Media for Austrian, Germans, Swiss in Canada
As summer winds down, many German-speaking families across British Columbia are turning their attention to a question that comes up every September: how do we keep our children connected to the German language and culture once the regular school year begins? Fortunately, the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island offer a well-established network of community German
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
Foreign Languages: Homages to the Misunderstood Dal Schindel Gallery, Regent College | April 8 – May 30, 2026 The Dal Schindel Gallery at Regent College is proud to present Foreign Languages: Homages to the Misunderstood, a landmark exhibition by Vancouver-based artist Brigitte Potter-Mael. Running from April 8 to May 30, 2026, this retrospective draws together
Vancouver, BC – January 16, 2026 – As winter settles in back home, Vancouver Whitecaps FC are doing what has quietly become a January tradition: packing their bags and heading to Spain for a four-week preseason training camp in Marbella. It’s not a holiday—though the sunshine certainly helps—but a carefully designed reset for bodies, minds,
VANCOUVER, BC – The stage is set for an epic showdown at BC Place as the Vancouver Whitecaps FC host Los Angeles FC in the MLS Cup Playoffs Western Conference Semifinal on Saturday, November 22, at 6:30 p.m. PT. The match is officially sold out, with capacity expanded to over 53,000 after the upper bowl
City Opera Vancouver is bringing the community together this fall with two distinctive events that showcase the power of music to connect, heal, and entertain. Salam-Shalom: A Concert for Healing and Unity On Saturday, November 29th at 7:30 PM, City Opera presents Salam-Shalom: Echoes of Home at the Fei & Milton Wong Experimental Theatre at
VANCOUVER, BC — Thomas Müller will take the pitch at BC Place on Sunday afternoon with lederhosen-clad fans filling the stands around him, bratwurst smoke wafting through Terry Fox Plaza, and oompah music echoing across the concourse. For the German legend, it might be the most familiar match day atmosphere he has experienced since crossing
Vancouver Whitecaps FC has strengthened their defensive line with the acquisition of experienced German centre-back Sebastian Schönlau from Hamburger SV. The 31-year-old defender arrives at BC Place with an impressive resume, having captained HSV for over 100 matches and played a pivotal role in their recent promotion to the Bundesliga. Proven Leadership and Experience Schönlau
Vancouver/Köln on Zoom – Swiss-born documentary filmmaker Luzia Schmid, now based in Cologne, Germany, discusses her transition from news journalism to filmmaking, her acclaimed works including “Drei Frauen im Krieg” (Three Women at War) and “Hildegard,” and her personal exploration of tax havens in “Ost of Demisitze.” In this wide-ranging conversation, Schmid reflects on the
While Vancouver boasts the renowned Ballet BC, the city has lacked access to professional classical ballet performed en pointe. Now, internationally acclaimed choreographer Joshua Beamish is launching Ballet Vancouver Performance Series, filling this specific void that has left classical ballet enthusiasts traveling elsewhere for traditional pointe work and narrative ballets. The announcement marks a homecoming
Award-Winning Filmmaker Christina Rose Nears Completion of The Lost Voice, a Documentary on Amazon Pioneer Pola Brückner Rediscovering a Forgotten Female Filmmaker—and the Hidden History of the Amazon Los Angeles / Zugspitze Region / Brazil — July 26, 2025 — Westcoast German News readers will be intrigued to learn that award-winning filmmaker Christina Rose is
Vancouver, BC – July 24, 2025 -VWGS offers dynamic and engaging after-school German language classes for children from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Whether students are beginners or looking to maintain or enhance their German skills, our programs are designed to meet their needs. Since 1992, our non-profit school has been a proud part of the