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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

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.
Hot deal: You can fly from Vancouver to Hawaii and Australia for half price

Hot deal: You can fly from Vancouver to Hawaii and Australia for half price

Save hundreds of dollars by adding a stop in a paradise.
Hot dog! Vancouver weather forecast includes temperatures up to 27 C

Hot dog! Vancouver weather forecast includes temperatures up to 27 C

It's getting hot around here.
You can fly from Vancouver to Edmonton for a steal to watch the Canucks in the playoffs

You can fly from Vancouver to Edmonton for a steal to watch the Canucks in the playoffs

There are a few options for last-minute tickets.
Geomagnetic storms might produce epic northern lights display in Metro Vancouver this week

Geomagnetic storms might produce epic northern lights display in Metro Vancouver this week

Viewing is possible from New York to Idaho.
Zipair Vancouver to Tokyo: You can save 50% off flights from YVR to Japan

Zipair Vancouver to Tokyo: You can save 50% off flights from YVR to Japan

Journey to the Land of the Rising Sun for less.
Here is what to expect in Vancouver for the next round of Canucks playoff games

Here is what to expect in Vancouver for the next round of Canucks playoff games

The city says locals should expect traffic disruptions due to various road closures.
'Some stores may not be open fully': Select Metro Vancouver London Drugs stores reopen

'Some stores may not be open fully': Select Metro Vancouver London Drugs stores reopen

Select stores have partially reopened following a massive cyberattack.
'Ridiculous': Metro Vancouverites react to paused Air Canada seat selection fee

'Ridiculous': Metro Vancouverites react to paused Air Canada seat selection fee

"Don’t they already charge enough for flying?"
VPD: Man stabbed outside South Vancouver nightclub

VPD: Man stabbed outside South Vancouver nightclub

Police haven't arrested anyone and are investigating the incident.
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