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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

Deal alert: You can fly from Vancouver to Paris for $394

Deal alert: You can fly from Vancouver to Paris for $394

Some of the travel dates will also get you to Paris in time for the Summer Olympics.
WestJet launches new direct Vancouver flight to sunny Florida city starting at only $232

WestJet launches new direct Vancouver flight to sunny Florida city starting at only $232

The direct flights will operate in the fall and winter.
'Wow!': Owen Wilson surprises fans at final Vancouver Canucks game

'Wow!': Owen Wilson surprises fans at final Vancouver Canucks game

The actor will be in town for a little while for work
This incredible B.C. animal attacks a porcupine in the face until it bleeds to death

This incredible B.C. animal attacks a porcupine in the face until it bleeds to death

Native to North America, the fisher is a member of the 'mustelid,' or weasel family, which includes everything from badgers to otters to wolverines.
A 4-day dance street festival is coming to Vancouver

A 4-day dance street festival is coming to Vancouver

The festival's first day will feature dancers going "head-to-head" in dance battles.
Floating season: 5 stunning lazy rivers to float down in B.C.

Floating season: 5 stunning lazy rivers to float down in B.C.

Ready to get your float on?
May long weekend: You can fly from Vancouver to 3 U.S. hotspots for a steal

May long weekend: You can fly from Vancouver to 3 U.S. hotspots for a steal

Here are some of the most affordable deals to popular U.S. cities.
Watch: Here is what it's like to float down this breathtaking 4-mile long lazy river in B.C.

Watch: Here is what it's like to float down this breathtaking 4-mile long lazy river in B.C.

You'll float alongside ducks with picturesque views in all directions.
A dazzling full 'flower moon' is set to illuminate Metro Vancouver skies

A dazzling full 'flower moon' is set to illuminate Metro Vancouver skies

Fingers crossed we have clear skies to see this big, beautiful May full moon
Can my landlord keep my damage deposit in B.C.?

Can my landlord keep my damage deposit in B.C.?

Here is what renters need to know.
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