Germany dominated the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, securing their fourth title under head coach Joachim Löw. Captain Philipp Lahm led a squad blending tactical precision with clinical efficiency, featuring goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger, and striker Thomas Müller as standout stars. The tournament began with a 4-0 demolition of Portugal in Salvador,…
Vancouver, BC – June 26, 2025 – Westcoast German News is thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new International Soccer Page, your ultimate destination for following “Die Mannschaft” and discovering fascinating soccer trivia from around the world. Based in Vancouver, one of the 16 official FIFA 2026 World Cup Host Cities, we’re uniquely positioned…
BACH & MOZART: In Endless Ascent Bridges Centuries and Cultures Through Music This summer, Early Music Vancouver (EMV) invites audiences to soar skyward with its 55th annual summer festival, BACH & MOZART: In Endless Ascent, running from July 26 to August 8, 2025, at various venues across Vancouver. A celebration of the intricate connection between…
Are you ready to welcome a bright, enthusiastic young man from Germany to Canada? A 19-year old young man is planning a gap year starting September 2nd, 2025, and he’s dreaming of experiencing all that Canada has to offer. Luis is open to exploring many different aspects of Canada and is looking to spend 12…
The Hy-FCell Conference Canada 2025 represents a pivotal gathering for the global hydrogen and fuel cell industry, bringing together innovators, researchers, and industry leaders to showcase the latest advancements in clean energy technology. Supported by Stuttgart Messe and the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce in Canada, this premier event serves as a crucial bridge…
Vancouver will become the epicenter of hydrogen and fuel cell innovation from June 3-5, 2025, as the city hosts the highly anticipated Hy-FCell Canada summit. This premier annual event, organized in partnership with Stuttgart’s Messe Stuttgart, brings together the brightest minds in clean energy technology for three days of groundbreaking discussions, exhibitions, and collaboration. Westcoast…
The German presence at Web Summit Vancouver 2025 was a subtle yet important thread woven into the vibrant tapestry of over 15,000 attendees, startups, partners, investors, and media from around the world. While there was no official German delegation this year, a handful of remarkable individuals and organizations from Germany managed to make their mark—discreetly…
By Elke Porter | Westcoast German News | May 28, 2025 Vancouver, BC – Against the stunning backdrop of downtown Vancouver’s waterfront, Westcoast German News had the pleasure of attending a remarkable networking event: the Austrian Business Breakfast, hosted at the Pinnacle Hotel on Hastings. Organized by ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA, in collaboration with ABA – Invest…
By Elke Porter | Canadian German Business News | May 21, 2025Subscription to WBN and being a Contributor is FREE! We are thrilled to introduce “Citizen Journalism – Unlocking the Journalist Within,” an introductory guide designed to inspire and empower individuals to share their stories and build influence in their communities. Now available on Magcloud…
Theatre is often a mirror to society, but Eyes of the Beast, opening in Vancouver this June, takes that reflection a step further by transforming raw personal stories into a powerful call for urgent climate action. Presented by Neworld Theatre in partnership with the Climate Disaster Project and SFU’s School for the Contemporary Arts, this…
By Elke Porter | WBN News Vancouver | May 20, 2025 Westcoast German News proudly presents the next meeting of WINK 2025 – the Westcoast International Networking Klub – taking place on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM PDT / 7:00 PM Germany & Budapest time. As the official founders and sponsors of WINK,…
By Elke Porter | WBN News Vancouver | May 20, 2025 A new children’s adventure book series with a Canadian twist is set to launch this summer, created by the Nova Scotia-based media company Ocean of Minds Media House Ltd.. Titled “Adventure Hunters – Die Abenteuer-Jäger”, the bilingual series is aimed at readers aged 10…
