Media for Austrian, Germans, Swiss in Canada
Vancouver, BC – written Monday, March 31, 2025 – This year, a young Munich-based company has clinched the coveted HERMES Startup Award. ecoplanet impressed the independent jury, chaired by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka, President of the Fraunhofer Society, with its intelligent energy management solution. The award was presented by Cem Özdemir, Germany’s Federal Minister of … Read more
Vancouver, BC – written on Saturday, March 29th, 2025 – Vancouver, B.C. – Vancouver Opera is set to close its 2024–2025 season with Giacomo Puccini’s beloved masterpiece, Madama Butterfly. This visually stunning and emotionally moving production will grace the stage of the Queen Elizabeth Theatre for five performances: Set in early 20th-century Japan, Madama Butterfly … Read more
Vancouver, BC – written Tuesday, March 25, 2025 – Berlin, March 19, 2025 – The winners of this year’s Innovators’ Pitch have been announced! Startups Klugidu from Munich and Logistikbude from Dortmund impressed the jury at the prestigious startup competition held at TRANSFORM in Berlin. Organized by Get Started, the startup initiative of Germany’s digital … Read more
Vancouver, BC – written Monday, March 24, 2025 – Chor Leoni’s signature community choral festival, The Big Roar, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in a grand way! On May 3, 2025, at 4:00 PM, audiences will gather at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts in Vancouver for an unforgettable choral experience. Thanks to a … Read more
Vancouver, BC – written March 19th, 2025 in collaboration with AI – Rising tensions between the United States and its closest allies have become increasingly difficult to ignore. As economic and security challenges evolve, Canada faces a defining moment: Should it maintain full independence, seek EU membership for stronger alliances, or integrate with the U.S. … Read more
Vancouver, BC – written Monday, March 17, 2025 – The sad passing of John Horgan, Canada’s Ambassador to Germany and former Premier of British Columbia, in November 2024 has left a significant void in Canada’s diplomatic representation in Germany. Horgan had attended the Hannover Messe Trade Fair last year and was looking forward to returning … Read more
Vancouver, BC – Written Sunday, March 16, 2025 using AI – On March 13, 2025, the University of British Columbia’s German Student Association (UBC_gsa) executed a thought-provoking panel discussion entitled “The German Federal Election Implications for Europe.” In organizing this event, UBC_gsa demonstrated remarkable initiative and responsiveness to current global affairs, especially considering the rapid … Read more
Lightweighting Summit: Pioneering Lightweight Construction at HANNOVER MESSE 2025 Vancouver, BC – written March 14th, 2025 – 6th – On April 1, 2025, the 6th Lightweighting Summit will take place both virtually and in-person during HANNOVER MESSE. This is the world’s leading industrial trade fair, held in Hanover, Germany. The event, supported by Germany’s Federal … Read more
Vancouver, BC – March 13, 2025 – Germany’s political landscape is once again shifting as the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) enter coalition negotiations. This move marks an important development in German governance, as coalitions are a fundamental aspect of the country’s parliamentary democracy. This article is a compilation of … Read more
Vancouver, BC – written March 11th, 2025 – The Westcoast International Networking Klub (WINK) is back with another exciting and insightful Zoom meeting, this time featuring Teddy Nedelcu, a drone technology expert with a diverse international background. On March 26, 2025 at 5 pm Wednesday, join us as we explore the many ways drones are … Read more
Vancouver, BC – written Monday, March 10th, 2025 – Mark Carney’s ascent to the role of Canada’s new Prime Minister is an interesting chapter in Canadian political history. Following the resignation of Justin Trudeau, the Liberal Party opened the leadership contest to four candidates, each vying for a chance to lead the party and country. … Read more
Vancouver, BC – written Monday, March 10th, 2025 – Randy Bachman, born on September 27, 1943, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, emerged from a rich cultural tapestry. His father, Karl (Charlie) Bachman, was of German descent, while his mother, Anne (Nancy) Dobrinsky, hailed from Ukrainian heritage. This diverse background influenced Bachman’s musical journey from an early … Read more