Vancouver, BC – Last Saturday, September 13, 2025, the congregation of St. Markus Church in Vancouver opens its doors to the community for a very special occasion: the 100-year anniversary of its church building. Under a bright and sunny sky, members, neighbours, and friends gather to honour a century of faith, history, and community in…
If you’re a parent looking to enrich your child’s education with German language skills, there are excellent options available in the Greater Vancouver area. Whether your child is a beginner or already has some familiarity with German, these schools offer tailored programs to help them succeed. Surrey German School Located in Surrey, the Surrey German…
Vancouver, BC – written May 8, 2024 – Vancouver has a small, but hidden office virtually representing Saarland, Germany and we are excited to share an upcoming event with you. As a private initiative, the non-profit SHS Foundation is dedicated to promoting the economic and cultural region of Saarland. Through the power of the internet,…
Vancouver, BC – Written November 3, 2023 – According to Deputy Consul Hans Stocker’s message, he has reached the conclusion that there is substantial interest and a clear need for a German Council of some kind. Westcoast German News, although not included as a non-profit, will play a vital role in disseminating essential information to…
Vancouver – May 19. 2023 – On Saturday, the Vancouver Alpen Club held their AGM Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at 2:00 pm in the Jaegerstube. Before that, starting at noon, all members were invited to come check out the keepsakes and memorabilia in the restaurant or upstairs in the ballroom, which were available to purchase…
Vancouver, July 25, 2022 – Yesterday, July 24, was the final opportunity to enjoy a meal at the Vancouver Alpen Club. Like many people, we received the following message from the Vancouver Alpen Club Team: The Vancouver Alpen Club has been around since 1935. In 1985 they celebrated their 50th Anniversary. In their 50th Anniversary…
June 11, 2022 The Alpen Club has been a mainstay of German-speaking Communities since 1935. They started with a traditional Schuhplattler Group “Deutscher Alpenverein” and held events at various venues throughout Vancouver. The women formed a “Frauengruppe” (Women’s Auxillary Group) and the club shared information with members through an official newsletter “das Grüne Blatt”. The…
