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EPISODE · Jan 8, 2026 · 25 MIN

Are things actually getting better in Vancouver?

from This is Vancouver

The data suggests Vancouver is seeing declines in crime, rental costs, and toxic drug deaths. So why aren't more people celebrating? What is the data missing? Justin McElroy breaks down what’s actually changed and what it says about the city. 

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