It's been 35 years since the landmark Sparrow Decision — a legal case that reshaped how Canada recognizes Indigenous fishing rights. Lawyer Aaron Wilson, a relative of Bud Sparrow, joins Stephen Quinn to reflect on its lasting impact in the Lower Mainland and beyond.

Surrey businesses say extortion threats are on the rise. But what’s driving the crime and what will it take to effectively address the problem? Stephen Quinn hears from Police Chief Norm Lipinski, food-bank founder and entrepreneur Jay Minhas, and former public-safety minister Kash Heed.

From discounted train tickets to dumpling trails and Shakespeare in the park, we're exploring how tourism leaders are inviting locals to experience the Lower Mainland. We hear from Tourism Richmond, Tourism Squamish, and Bard on the Beach.

It was a plan that was supposed to meet the needs of West Vancouver residents' growing interest in pickleball. But the redevelopment plans of a skate park in Gleneagles have pitted the needs of pickleball players and skateboarders against one another, leading to a failed motion at a West Vancouver council meeting this week. Our CBC News story producer Alan Regan joins us with more.

An emergency room doctor is suing Fraser Health, alleging unsafe conditions and efforts to silence staff at Eagle Ridge Hospital. CBC investigative reporter Michelle Ghoussoub explains why Dr. Kaitlin Stockton is speaking out. Plus, we hear reaction from the president of Doctors of B.C.

Vancouver City Council has rejected a motion to revive the city's renter office — a service once dedicated to helping tenants navigate their rights. Councillor Lucy Maloney explains why she pushed to bring it back and what’s at stake for renters now.

The province announced a new initiative that will help fund more resources for police around B.C. to tackle street crime and disorder. Guest host Lyndsay Duncombe speaks to Landon Hoyt, the executive director of Hastings Crossing Business Improvement Association which covers the Downtown Eastside. He says this is only part of the solution.

As Vancouver hosts the Web Summit, Indigenous leaders are pushing the boundaries of innovation. Stephen Quinn speaks with three changemakers bringing Indigenous wisdom into the world of AI, infrastructure, and startups.