Prost auf den Herbst: Warum der Herbst die geschäftigste – und schönste – Saison für die deutsche Community in Vancouver ist

Oktoberfest 2026

Es gibt einen Grund, warum deutsch-kanadische Familien schon Ende August anfangen, ihre Kalender freizuräumen: Der Herbst ist nicht nur ein Fest, sondern ein wahrer Marathon. Von den letzten warmen Sommernächten bis zu Silvester hat die DACH-Community (Deutschland, Österreich, Schweiz) in Metro Vancouver ein volles Programm aus Festen, Vereinsabenden und kulturellen Terminen – genug Gründe, um

From The Pint to Dublin Calling: A World Cup Friendship Over a Decade in the Making ⚽🇩🇪🇨🇭🇦🇹

Artikas and Elke at Dublin Calling

Some friendships are built on shared history — and in Vancouver’s German-speaking soccer community, that history has a very specific starting point: a table at The Pint on Abbott Street during the 2014 World Cup. 🍻 That’s where Dan Tanner (Jennings Culture, Squamish), Elke Porter (Westcoast German News/WBN, Kitsilano), and Artikas Keschvari (Senior Manager, Customer

Vancouver Whitecaps Head to Marbella for Four Weeks of Preseason Training

Shea MacNeil / Vancouver Whitecaps FC

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,

Müller’s Whitecaps Battle Valiantly Despite Red Card

Latest Whitecaps Game October 18 vs. Dallas.

Vancouver, BC – It was a night of high testosterone, flying tackles, and unwavering determination as Vancouver Whitecaps FC fell 2-1 to FC Dallas in front of a sold-out crowd of 26,741 at BC Place on Saturday. The final match of the regular season turned into a physical chess match that saw 28 total fouls,

INVICTUS TEAM UKRAINE CHARITY GALA ANNOUNCED

Invictus Games and Team Ukraine

Vancouver, BC – written January 29, 2025 – Mark your calendars for a night of celebration and support at the Invictus Team Ukraine Charity Gala Night, taking place on February 7, 2025, at the Seaforth Armoury in Vancouver. This special event will honor the dedicated members of Team Ukraine on the eve of the 2025

What’s New at the Vancouver Christmas Market this Year?

Christmas Market Announcement 2024

Sip, Savor, and Stroll Through the Magic of the Vancouver Christmas Market! As the fall leaves swirl and pumpkin spice lattes fill your hands, we’re already brewing up something even more festive—Glühwein! That’s right, Vancouver’s beloved holiday tradition, the Vancouver Christmas Market, is back and better than ever for its 14th season! From November 13

Westcoast International Business Club Kicks Off Fall 2024 with Insightful Event on International Retirement Planning

Westcoast International Business Club Meeting

As the vibrant fall season begins, the Westcoast International Business Club is excited to announce its first meeting of the season on September 25th, 2024. This virtual event will feature a presentation by Nick Karliychuk, Vice President & Portfolio Manager at Pathfinder Asset Management Limited, on the critical topic of “Planning and International Investing for

Exploring VIFF Live: An Exclusive Interview with Curator Jarrett Martineau and his connection to the Vancouver International Film Festival

Jarrett Martineau 2024 Interview

Elke Porter (Westcoast German Media & Westcoast International Business Club): Hello, Jarrett. How are you today? Jarrett Martineau (Award-Winning Indigenous media maker, curator, scholar, artist and storyteller): Hi there! I’m doing well, thanks. How about you? Elke Porter: I’m very good, thank you. Just to let you know, I am recording this interview so I

Hydrogen and fuel cell community to meet in Vancouver Mid-June

Hydrogen Fuel Cell at UBC

Vancouver, BC – written June 13, 2024 – Since meeting last year, on June 5 – 7, 2023, Vancouver will once again be the hub of the international hydrogen and fuel cell community. Exhibitors, expo visitors, conference participants and speakers from worldwide Will come together at one of the most important international trade events in

Saarland Office in Vancouver Representing Saarland

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,

Uncorking Growth: Vegan Wine Takes Center Stage in 2024 Market Expansion

Dealcholized Wine Banner

March 25, 2024 – Vancouver – In recent years, a seismic shift has occurred in the world of wines and spirits, propelled by an ever-growing demand for health-conscious alternatives and mindful drinking habits. As consumers increasingly opt for non-alcoholic or low-alcohol beverages, the market has witnessed a surge in the popularity of dealcoholized wines and

Canada has been chosen as the Official Partner Country of HANNOVER MESSE 2025

Hanover Trade Fair AI Generated

Vancouver, BC – Written February 2, 2024 – Last year, Isabelle Poupart, Minister and Deputy Head of the Embassy of Canada in Germany, and Dr. Jochen Köckler, CEO of Deutsche Messe AG, signed the official letter of intent at HANNOVER MESSE, designating Canada as the partner country for HANNOVER MESSE 2025 in Germany next year.