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Elana Shepert

Elana Shepert

Elana is a reporter for Vancouver Is Awesome who currently lives in Vancouver. She covers everything from travel to health care, the film industry to social issues, and writes breaking news, regular updates and feature stories. Before she started working for V.I.A., Elana was the managing editor at 604 Now. Prior to that, she worked as a travel agent and travel writer, where she visited 19 countries across the globe. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Simon Fraser University with a double major in English and Political Science, as well as a certificate in New Media Journalism.

Recent Work by Elana

Sublime retreats: These 5 B.C. cabin stays feature jaw-dropping waterfront views

Sublime retreats: These 5 B.C. cabin stays feature jaw-dropping waterfront views

Check out some epic places to stay in B.C.'s beautiful backyard.
WestJet cancels new flight from Vancouver to a popular U.S. city, offers big Canada-sale

WestJet cancels new flight from Vancouver to a popular U.S. city, offers big Canada-sale

The Canadian airline is cutting a U.S. route as it introduces a major sale.
The U.S. has travel warnings for 21 countries. How does Canada's list compare?

The U.S. has travel warnings for 21 countries. How does Canada's list compare?

The U.S. has added new countries to its "do not travel" list recently.
Everything Canadian travellers must know about meal vouchers during flight delays

Everything Canadian travellers must know about meal vouchers during flight delays

Find out what you need to know when an airline provides you with a meal voucher due to a flight delay.
Hot deal alert: You can fly from Vancouver to Paris for only $437

Hot deal alert: You can fly from Vancouver to Paris for only $437

The City of Light for a steal in 2025.
Here's what to do if a Canada goose builds a nest at your Vancouver home

Here's what to do if a Canada goose builds a nest at your Vancouver home

The Canada goose population is expanding at a damaging rate.
Video: Strange crow and rat encounter in Vancouver park sparks urban wildlife questions

Video: Strange crow and rat encounter in Vancouver park sparks urban wildlife questions

An expert chimes in on an unusual interaction between two local critters.
Here's how to view the meteor shower that peaks in early May in Metro Vancouver

Here's how to view the meteor shower that peaks in early May in Metro Vancouver

Tips on when, where, and how to best see the Eta Aquariids
Metro Vancouver weather: Temps to soar to 25 C before rainstorm

Metro Vancouver weather: Temps to soar to 25 C before rainstorm

You'll need sunscreen and an umbrella handy this week.
Vancouver's free waterfront public market launches May 1. Here's what to know

Vancouver's free waterfront public market launches May 1. Here's what to know

PS: It's where the city's big VANCOUVER sign is for your photo ops!
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