Month: November 2023

Christkindlmarkt in Downtown Vancouver Holly and Jolly with Elke in the middle

Holly and Jolly with Elke in the middle

Christkindlmarkt in Downtown Vancouver

westcoastgermanmedia_nv030m November 23, 2023

Vancouver, BC – written November 23, 2023 – For thirteen years, the Vancouver Christmas Market has spread...

Sankt Martin Celebration in the St. Mark’s Church with the VWGS 2023 Lantern Festival

2023 Lantern Festival

Sankt Martin Celebration in the St. Mark’s Church with the VWGS

westcoastgermanmedia_nv030m November 16, 2023

Vancouver, BC – written November 15, 2023 – St. Mark’s Church in conjunction with the Vancouver Westside...

Umbrella Organization for all German non-profits and charities in BC Dachorganisation 2024

Dachorganisation 2024

Umbrella Organization for all German non-profits and charities in BC

westcoastgermanmedia_nv030m November 3, 2023

Vancouver, BC – Written November 3, 2023 – According to Deputy Consul Hans Stocker’s message, he has...

Obituary of Maria (Mary) Theresia Rey Maria Rey Obituary

Maria Rey Obituary

Obituary of Maria (Mary) Theresia Rey

westcoastgermanmedia_nv030m November 3, 2023

April 29, 1931 – October 21, 2023 Vancouver, BC – Written on November 3, 2023 – Maria...

About Elke Porter - Elke Porter, a Vancouver-based communications professional, runs the Westcoast German News Media blog, a key platform promoting German, Austrian, and Swiss businesses and culture on Canada’s West Coast. She also leads the Westcoast International Business Club, which connects professionals and supports cross-cultural partnerships between Canada and German-speaking countries. An author of three books, Elke captures stories of prominent German-speaking individuals, celebrating their contributions and inspiring journeys. Through her work, Elke fosters cultural connections and provides valuable resources for German-speaking communities, making Westcoast German News Media a vibrant hub for news, networking, and cross-continental collaboration.