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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
  • Has Vancouver figured out how to host the World Cup?

    Has Vancouver figured out how to host the World Cup?
    Jun 16 2026

    After months of questions and debate, Vancouver’s first weekend as a men's World Cup host has seen big public energy with few problems. Stephen Quinn talks with CBC's Justin McElroy, Dan Burritt and Laurence Watt about what worked, what still needs fixing, and whether Granville Street’s car-free zone could last beyond the tournament.
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    31 mins
  • Will Vancouver catch FIFA fever?

    Will Vancouver catch FIFA fever?
    Jun 11 2026

    Mayor Ken Sim has been a major booster of the World Cup coming to Vancouver. But new Angus Reid polling shows that not all residents are fully on-board. The mayor sits down with Stephen Quinn to make his case for what he's calling the biggest sports event, ever. And municipal affairs reporter Justin McElroy discusses the costs, economic impact and disruptions associated with the event.
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    40 mins
  • Who really wins hosting the World Cup?

    Who really wins hosting the World Cup?
    Jun 10 2026

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup has arrived — and while millions of fans will be eagerly tuned in to the action, many others are questioning whether the tournament will live up to the hype. Stephen Quinn hears from Murray Mollard and Jules Boykoff on what the tournament could mean for Canadian soccer, and why some critics say the real winner is FIFA.
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    25 mins
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