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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

'Flat out greedy': Customers outraged by Air Canada's new carry-on bag, seat selection policies

'Flat out greedy': Customers outraged by Air Canada's new carry-on bag, seat selection policies

Air Canada follows WestJet's lead by removing carry-on bags in its lowest fare class.
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.
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.
'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."
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.
'We are asking them to show up': Why Air Canada's pilots are considering strike action

'We are asking them to show up': Why Air Canada's pilots are considering strike action

Pilots hope their employer will modernize the "stale and outdated" 10-year contract, says union.
Traffic advisory: Expect delays in busy Vancouver area due to new project

Traffic advisory: Expect delays in busy Vancouver area due to new project

The city will provide details on future traffic impacts as work progresses.
Metro Vancouver travellers angry about cancelled WestJet flights, callback service

Metro Vancouver travellers angry about cancelled WestJet flights, callback service

One person said they were instructed to wait three days to speak to a customer service representative.
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