1. Elke Porter
Elke Porter, a Vancouver-based PR pro, runs Westcoast German News Media, focused on German-speaking businesses/ culture. With her blog, books, and business club, she builds cross-cultural connections.
The Coastal Dance Festival returns March 3–8 with Indigenous dance, music and storytelling at New Westminster’s Anvil Centre and UBC’s MOA.
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver
Vancouver hosts 2026 FIFA Congress, Web Summit, & World Cup events. Free viewings, FIFA Fan Festival, AI sports tech discussions & The Guess Who reunion.
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FBI veteran Richard Ryan leads FIFA World Cup 2026 security as Canada hosts world-class events. Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal and Whitehorse welcome athletes in Canada's biggest sporting year.
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A journalist's personal account of Jesse Marsch's inspirational Vancouver coaching event, exploring growth mindset and leadership beyond soccer tactics.
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A 639-year organ concert in Germany won't finish until 2640. Inside John Cage's ASLSP - the world's slowest, most ambitious musical performance.
by 1. Elke Porter & Westcoast German News & WBN News Europe
FIFA's Canada Celebrates brings free World Cup viewing parties to 40 locations nationwide. Live screens, activities, and celebrations June 11-July 19.
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Canada
Three major tech conferences hit downtown Vancouver this spring: MLSC, TECHSPO, and Web Summit bring 15,000+ innovators to BC's thriving tech hub.
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New Okanagan hand tremor device, Chinese wearable airbags, and cybersecurity alerts protect seniors from shakes, falls, and online scams.
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver