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This is Vancouver

This is Vancouver

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Your connection to the issues and stories shaping life in Metro Vancouver. Hosted by Stephen Quinn, with new episodes every Tuesday and Wednesday, plus a Thursday dive into city politics with Justin McElroy.

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Episodes
  • Why are public hearings always so contentious?

    Why are public hearings always so contentious?
    Jul 16 2026

    The province has changed how new housing is approved in cities — but public hearings are still sometimes required and regularly tense. Justin McElroy and Stephen Quinn talk about Vancouver's most recent public hearing, and how they've evolved.

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    47 mins
  • Will Vancouver council act now or leave the tough calls until later?

    Will Vancouver council act now or leave the tough calls until later?
    Jul 14 2026

    Vancouver council has just weeks to vote on major housing plans, a new downtown tower and other key issues before the election campaign begins. Stephen Quinn and Justin McElroy break down the biggest decisions ahead and the latest twist in the fight over the Vancouver Park Board.
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    42 mins
  • Why does the car-free Granville strip extension cost so much?

    Why does the car-free Granville strip extension cost so much?
    Jul 9 2026

    The cost to keep the Granville strip car-free through Labour Day weekend breaks down to about $700,000 per week. Justin McElroy and Liam Britten break down the why of those numbers with Stephen Quinn.
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    37 mins
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