While a $663 million commitment in capital funding from the federal government to a cash-strapped TransLink will go towards improving existing transit infrastructure, there's still a huge operational deficit within the provider's budget. Executive director of Movement: Metro Vancouver Transit Riders, Denis Agar, explains.
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Can TransLink’s funding promise be trusted?
North Vancouver Mayor Linda Buchanan joins Stephen Quinn to discuss TransLink's looming financial crisis and the federal government’s promise of $663 million annually for public transit starting in 2026. But with an election looming, is this funding guarantee just wishful thinking?
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What's next for the Downtown Eastside?
Mayor Ken Sim's plan to "revitalize" the Downtown Eastside has sparked controversy, with claims that Vancouver is taking on more than its share of the region's social service needs. But is that really true? Stephen Quinn speaks with provincial and municipal leaders to find out more.
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What Happens When Language Classes for Newcomers Disappear?
The federal government’s funding cuts are set to shut down Vancouver Community College’s LINC program, leaving hundreds of immigrants without critical language and settlement support. Stephen Quinn speaks with two graduates, Goran Jaf Hasan and Galyna Sagan, about how the program helped them integrate into Canadian society—and what its closure means for future newcomers.
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What’s the Deal with False Creek South Redevelopment?
Vancouver’s hiring a consulting firm for $4 million to plan False Creek South, but some say city staff could’ve done the job. Former city planner Sandy James shares her take on the cost, the process, and what it means for the neighbourhood.
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