Media for Austrian, Germans, Swiss in Canada
Burnaby, BC | Westcoast German News | Friday, July 10, 2026 On a beautiful, mild summer evening, Westcoast German News had the privilege of covering the Vancouver Whitecaps for the first time as an official freelance photographer. Wednesday, July 8, 2026, was more than just another Canadian Championship match—it marked the Whitecaps’ return to Swangard … Read more
⚽🎬 SPECIAL VANCOUVER SCREENING: THE BELONGING 🇨🇭🇨🇦 Join us for a special public screening of The Belonging on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in Vancouver—the evening before the exciting international men’s soccer match between Canada Men’s National Soccer Team and Switzerland Men’s National Football Team at BC Place on June 24. 🎟 Reserve your seat today … Read more
Vancouver soccer fans have plenty to cheer about this summer. Canada Soccer has officially confirmed its 26-player roster for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, and no fewer than five Vancouver Whitecaps FC alumni earned their spots: goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau, defenders Derek Cornelius, Alphonso Davies, and Richie Laryea, and midfielder Ali Ahmed. With Canada playing two … Read more
VANCOUVER, BC — A major milestone for Swiss filmmaking and football culture is arriving in British Columbia just hours before the city takes the global stage. On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the local Swiss community, European football enthusiasts, media representatives, and Canadians alike will gather for an exclusive, high-profile “Save the Date” viewing event of … Read more
It’s official — all three DACH nations have a home this June, and football fans across Metro Vancouver, it’s time to find your people. Whether you bleed red-white-red, black-red-gold, or carry a Swiss cross in your heart, we’ve matched every nation with a venue that fits the vibe, the crowd, and the occasion. Here’s where … Read more
Reporting for Westcoast German News I have covered events before. I have walked into rooms full of important people, juggled a press badge and a camera, and told myself to stay professional. But I was not prepared for what happened in just a few hours on opening night of Web Summit Vancouver 2026. It started … Read more
“Truth is the boundary of knowledge; it is the horizon toward which we move.” This sentiment from the German philosopher Immanuel Kant underscores the fundamental pursuit of every journalist. We seek the truth not just for ourselves, but as a duty to the public. However, as I stood in the Vancouver Convention Centre yesterday for … Read more
The buzz around Thomas Müller’s autograph signing at the Adidas Brand Centre on April 21, 2026, was impossible to miss in downtown Vancouver. Even hours before the scheduled 2:30 PM appearance, anticipation had already spilled onto Burrard and Robson. Passing by at 10:30 AM on the way to another event, I was surprised to see … Read more
By Elke Porter | Westcoast German News | Friday, April 17, 2026 VANCOUVER, BC — Vancouver Whitecaps FC delivered a powerful performance at BC Place on Friday evening, dismantling Sporting Kansas City 3-0 in a first half that will be remembered as one of the most exciting 45 minutes in recent club history. All three … Read more
VANCOUVER, BC – Under the bright lights of BC Place and the watchful eyes of 25,460 fans, Vancouver Whitecaps FC orchestrated a masterclass in both sport and community spirit this past Saturday. On a night dedicated to the sixth annual Indigenous Peoples Celebration, the ‘Caps secured a clinical 2-0 victory over New York City FC, … Read more
Two stoppage-time strikes complete a stunning comeback as the Whitecaps silence the Timbers at B.C. Place Football, as Thomas Müller has said a thousand times, is a game of moments — and on Friday evening at a roaring B.C. Place, Vancouver’s Whitecaps delivered two of the most thrilling of the young MLS season. Trailing 2–1 … Read more
Nestled at 900 Granville Street in the heart of downtown Vancouver, Dublin Calling is one of the city’s most beloved sports bars — and for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it’s transforming into the official Jägermeister German House. With its lively atmosphere, spacious interior, and a stunning rooftop patio that captures the energy of a … Read more