WBN News Vancouver
WBN News Vancouver delivers real-time business insights, market trends, and expert analysis—by business people, for business people—empowering Vancouver’s economy. Publisher Elke Porter





Celebrating 150 years of the Dewey Decimal System! Discover Dewey's legacy, how research evolved, and why libraries still matter in the AI age.
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver
A night of Filipino celebration in South Vancouver turned tragic as a speeding SUV crashed into a festival crowd, leaving 11 dead and over 20 injured. The Lapu-Lapu Festival, meant to uplift the community, now stands as one of Vancouver’s darkest days.
by Troy Tyrell & WBN News Global & WBN News Vancouver
Experience the heartbreak and beauty of Vancouver Opera’s moving Madama Butterfly revival, set during the American occupation of Japan.
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver
Over the Easter weekend in April 2025, a prominent Hindu temple in Surrey, British Columbia was defaced with hateful graffiti. Let's talk about it.
by 1. Jenny Holly Hansen & WBN News Vancouver & WBN News Langley & WBN News Abbotsford
Tragedy strikes Vancouver as SUV plows into Lapu Lapu Day festival crowd, leaving 9 dead and many injured. Investigation ongoing. #VancouverNews
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver
When the sun sets over the Fraser River, Richmond comes alive with colour, sound, and the irresistible aroma of sizzling street food. The Richmond Night Market is back for 2025 — and it’s bursting with energy, flavour, and excitement. Let's talk about it.
by 1. Jenny Holly Hansen & WBN News Langley & WBN News Abbotsford & WBN News Vancouver & WBN News - South Delta
A graffiti disaster pits two Vancouver shops against each other in a $10K cleanup battle. Who's the real Karen? Find out and weigh in!
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver
Reflecting on Canada's five-year economic recovery post-pandemic: retail shifts, lasting habits, and signs of resilience in 2025.
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver