This is Vancouver

This is Vancouver takes you out to the high seas today, or at at least from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay — a route that, at one time, could have meant rough waters. The CBC's Johanna Wagstaffe takes us inside the high-tech command centre where the call is made on when to cancel a ferry sailing due to bad weather. And then we'll hear a ferry tale of yore... before bad weather made the decision to travel for you.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team has linked the murders of a 16-year-old and an 18-year-old to the ongoing gang conflict in B.C., much of which has played out in Surrey. We hear from Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke about resourcing at the Surrey Police Service. We also hear from Kal Dosanjh. He's worked in law enforcement for decades and personally knew one of the victims through his foundation, KidsPlay. 

Civic elections across the province are still months away, but we're getting more of an idea of who will run for mayor in Lower Mainland cities.

To be fair, we know someone who has collected a lot of data on Vancouver renters and homeowners. And all of that information is gathered in the Homes of Tomorrow survey by Rennie Intelligence, a Vancouver-based real estate, marketing and brokerage firm. We take a deep dive into that survey with Elaina Cowley, Rennie's senior product development manager. 

Forty years later, we take a look back on the legacy of Vancouver hosting the world. Stephen reminisces with Claude Richmond, the province's minister of tourism at the time. We hear from Canadian photographer Michael de Courcy about the 2,000 photos he took at the world's fair. And our Fraser Valley reporter looks back at the opening of the Coquihalla Highway.

Ambleside Beach in West Vancouver and Spanish Banks in Vancouver have raised their parking fees for the summer of 2026. And now people have to pay much more for parking than then they did a few years ago.But why are all these parking hikes happening? Could there be a backlash to bumping up beach fees? And what does it say about how we treat our access to some of the most beautiful places in Metro Vancouver? Metro Matters columnist Justin McElroy also examines the simmering issues between Vancouver City Council and the Park Board.

Last week, after years of study and extensive public input, North Vancouver city council voted unanimously to move ahead with a 20-year plan to transform Lonsdale Avenue into a "Great Street." Sandy James is a former Vancouver city planner and the current managing director of Walk Metro Van. She talks about what makes a great street.

A major retail space in downtown Vancouver has been empty since Nordstrom closed in 2023. Now, Simons plans to move in, marking its first store in the city and its second in B.C. So what kind of retailer is Simons, and why expand into Downtown Vancouver now? Amy Bell speaks to President and CEO Bernard Leblanc about the strategy, the timing, and what shoppers can expect.

The Township of Langley is borrowing heavily to build parks, roads, and more — all at once. Mayor Eric Woodward says it will save money and improve services, whilt critics say it’s a risky bet with long-term costs. Stephen Quinn and Justin McElroy break down what's happening and discuss whether other municipalities will take notice.

One year after the Lapu-Lapu Day attack, Vancouver’s Filipino community is gathering to reflect, heal, and remember. Some say it’s too soon to host another event, while others see the activities as a meaningful step forward. We hear from organizers, police, and artists about grief, safety, and what comes next.