Justin McElroy
Municipal affairs reporter who provides detailed reporting on Vancouver issues such as the long-running Olympic Village school saga and local politics.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 27min
Has Mayor Ken Sim dropped the swagger as election approaches?
Justin McElroy, CBC civic reporter who covers Vancouver politics, walks through Mayor Ken Sim's pivot as the 2026 race nears. He spotlights media interviews that signal re-election messaging. Short threads cover Sim's focus on public safety, affordability, FIFA positioning, stepping back from the park board fight, and toning down Bitcoin and swagger to appeal to voters.
Feb 12, 2026 • 26min
Why has a school for Olympic Village taken 19 years to approve?
Justin McElroy, municipal affairs reporter covering Vancouver politics and the long-running Olympic Village school saga. He outlines why the school still isn’t built after 19 years. He explains rezoning triggers, residents’ worries about size and green space, alternative funding ideas, and the school board’s push for a larger facility amid overcrowding. He also touches on local political fallout and upcoming municipal races.
