Questions regarding Layover in Vancouver as a New Zealander/Taiwanese

I will be laying over in Vancouver airport at the start of June on my way to Brisbane (from San Deigo). I am flying Air Canada for both legs of the trip but will have a 4.5 hour layover in Vancouver and am wishing to briefly meet a friend inside the airport.
What are the steps I will need to take to make this happen? Are there any related fees? I am a poor university student :( I know I will have to go through customs twice (getting out airport and getting back in) will 4.5 hours be enough? I will be travelling on a New Zealand passport, not sure if that helps. I also have a Taiwanese passport, not sure if that helps?
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Do I have to go through customs for a connecting flight in Vancouver?
Passengers connecting to U.S. flights may use the U.S. connections facility. * Passengers will go through security screening and U.S. Customs, before proceeding to their next gate.Can I leave the airport during a layover in Vancouver?
But you can leave the airport by going through Canada Customs, allow 1-1.5 hours. Take Canada Line downtown - 25 min to Waterfront Station.How long of a layover do I need in Vancouver?
Now what should you see in Vancouver?? You need at least a 3-4 hour layover to leave the airport. That will allow for time to get back through security (usually very quick at VYR) and any delays in transportation.Can I visit a country during layover?
Do you need a visa for a layover? There are a limited number of countries that let Indian citizens venture out of the airport without a visa. For some countries, this needs to be a transit visa, while for others you have to apply for a regular tourist visa.Ridiculously Short Guide To Vancouver | Flight Centre NZ
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