This is Vancouver

Vancouver’s three left-wing parties have agreed to cap the number of candidates each will be running in the upcoming civic election. They say the goal is to replace Mayor Ken Sim and his ABC majority on council. Stephen and Justin look at their agreement and what it means ahead of October's local elections. Plus, could Major League Baseball actually come to Vancouver?

It’s been 10 years since B.C. declared a public health emergency over toxic drug deaths. But the crisis is still claiming lives every day. We hear from Health Minister Josie Osborne and addictions expert Gabor Maté on what’s working, what isn’t, and what comes next.

Doug McCallum explains what's driving him to put his hat in the ring, once again, at age 81. And, what do Surrey residents think? Two community advocates break down what issues will be driving their votes in the upcoming municipal election.

CBC’s Justin McElroy breaks down the complaint, investigation and sanctions processes behind the B.C. government’s mandatory code of conduct for local elected officials. He discusses concerns surrounding the amendments and its effectiveness in handling dysfunctional municipalities.

Easter weekend travel brought long waits, cancellations, and frustration for passengers across the South Coast. Sailings are back to normal now, but communities are still looking for solutions to address the chronic problems facing the service. In this episode, we hear from travellers, politicians, and the ferry workers' union.