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.

Location Vancouver BC

Number of Articles 208

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1. Elke Porter's Work 208 Articles

Granville Street - Apr 09, 2025 Granville Street: Canada’s Economic Wake-Up Call and Hopeful Revival

Granville Street's empty storefronts signal Canada's economic woes, with high rents, business closures, and street disorder ahead of FIFA 2026.

by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver

Nuclear Free Zone - Apr 09, 2025 Is Vancouver Still a Nuclear Weapons-Free Zone?

Discover why Vancouver remains a symbolic nuclear-free zone, tracing its roots to 1983 protests and the legacy of Cold War peace activism.

by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver

Trade War 2025 - Apr 09, 2025 China’s 84% Tariffs Shake Global Trade Landscape

China slaps 84% tariffs on U.S. goods. Canada braces for ripple effects amid escalating U.S.-China trade war. Exporters watch closely.

by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Global

Canada - US Trade War - Apr 08, 2025 U.S. Enacts 104% Tariff on Chinese Imports Amid Rising Trade Tensions

The U.S. imposes a 104% tariff on Chinese imports as of April 9, 2025, escalating trade tensions and impacting global markets and economies.

by 1. Elke Porter

Vancouver Canucks - Apr 08, 2025 Inside the Vancouver Canucks’ 2025 Power Play

Explore the 2025 Vancouver Canucks with roster highlights, team goals, ticket prices, and international talent fueling an exciting season.

by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver

Weihong Liu - Apr 07, 2025 Weihong Liu’s Bold Plan to Save Hudson’s Bay

Weihong Liu plans to revive Hudson’s Bay, preserving Canada's retail history with a bold vision to restore the iconic department store chain.

by 1. Elke Porter

Canada Trade Relief - Apr 07, 2025 Canada Launches Bold Economic Relief Amid Tariff War

Canada unveils a $6.5B relief package to counter U.S. tariffs, supporting exporters, workers, and agriculture under PM Mark Carney’s new leadership.

by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Global

The Butterfly Vancouver - Apr 07, 2025 The Butterfly: Vancouver’s Towering Symbol of Change

The Butterfly in Vancouver is a bold 57-story tower blending modern design, social housing, and heritage into an iconic skyline landmark.

by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver