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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

YVR airport parking: New free option available, increased prices for others

YVR airport parking: New free option available, increased prices for others

There is a free option for travellers but other rates have increased significantly.
What minimum wage is required to rent in Metro Vancouver cities?

What minimum wage is required to rent in Metro Vancouver cities?

Hint: it's not the current one.
Will hammerhead sharks start swimming in Metro Vancouver waters?

Will hammerhead sharks start swimming in Metro Vancouver waters?

These ocean dwellers are one of the most easily recognizable sharks.
Has the Air Canada strike been avoided? Pilots to vote on contract

Has the Air Canada strike been avoided? Pilots to vote on contract

Vote closes at 7 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10.
Here's how much it costs to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Metro Vancouver this October

Here's how much it costs to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Metro Vancouver this October

Canada's top five most expensive cities to rent in are in Metro Vancouver.
Hurricane Milton: Flight cancellations and updates affecting Vancouver travellers

Hurricane Milton: Flight cancellations and updates affecting Vancouver travellers

Get tips on what to do if you booked tickets to the affected areas.
'People are fed up': Metro Vancouver travellers react to looming Air Canada pilots' strike

'People are fed up': Metro Vancouver travellers react to looming Air Canada pilots' strike

Air Canada says job action is "increasingly likely."
A bird caused a power outage affecting 17,000 BC Hydro customers in Metro Vancouver

A bird caused a power outage affecting 17,000 BC Hydro customers in Metro Vancouver

Our feathered friends sometimes cause massive power outages...but these incidents are rare.
Air Canada strike: Flights may be affected by mid-September

Air Canada strike: Flights may be affected by mid-September

Air Canada's pilots are still bracing to strike as they haven't reached an agreement with their employer.
What travellers need to know about Air Canada's new check-in cut-off time

What travellers need to know about Air Canada's new check-in cut-off time

Travellers need to be more punctual for flights with Canada's flag carrier.
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