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Events

Happy Hour! 🍻

2024-09-24

Happy hour is coming up on Tuesday, September 24th at 6 pm at Milton Street Public House!

Be there or be 🔲

See you then!

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Try It! Lawn Bowling

2024-08-14

Roll into summer fun with us!

Join our Lawn Bowling 'Try It' event at the Nanaimo Lawn Bowling Club on Wednesday, August 14th at 7 pm.

No experience needed - just bring your runners, enthusiasm and enjoy a leisurely evening on the green! 🌞

Try It! - Spikeball

2024-06-22

Come play Spikeball with us this Saturday, June 22nd from 11 am to 3 pm at McGirr Sports Complex!

Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, swing by to watch, hang out, or dive into the action.

Just bring some comfy clothes, water, and runners (or go barefoot if that’s your style!)

Concession will be open for snacks and refreshments.

See you there! 🎉

Annual General Meeting

2024-05-22

The YPN will be hosting our Annual General Meeting on May 22nd, 6pm at the Attic at Black Rabbit! 🐇

Come meet your incoming board members and toast to the exciting opportunities and adventures ahead during our post-meeting happy hour.

Go By Bike Week 🚲

2024-09-22

Who’s excited for the Go By Bike BC kickoff party!? 🚴‍♂️

✔ Bike bingo
✔ Scavenger hunt
✔ Food trucks
✔ Ebike demos
..plus info on all things biking!

Make sure you swing by our table & say hi!

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Happy Hour at Rusted Rake Brewing

2024-07-24

Come hang with us and enjoy some yummy local brews & bites (did someone say chicken and pickles?) at Rusted Rake Brewing on July 24th at 6:30 pm!

See you there!

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Insurance Essentials: Commercial and Personal Insurance

2024-06-13

Join us at Longwood Brew Pub & Restaurant from 12-1 pm for 'Insurance Essentials: Commercial and Personal Insurance' hosted by our very own Ashton Dahle from Acera Insurance!

The Future of Mortgages

2024-05-16

"The Future of Mortgages" with Adam Hawryluk from Flawless Financing at Simonholt from 12 - 1 pm!

Happy Hour | White Sails Brewing

2024-08-28

Is there anything better than an ice cold craft beer on a hot day?

On August 28th at 6 pm, White Sails will remind us that the answer is a huge, resounding NO.

Join us while we cool off, take advantage of their board games, and enjoy some delicious, locally sourced fare!

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Silly Boat Prep! 🛶

2024-07-14

Silly Boat Season is officially upon us again! 🚣🏼‍♀️

Think you can do better than last year? Come show us!

(All it really takes to surpass last year’s performance is figuring out how to not launch our VP over our Prez)

See you there!

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Hike for Hospice

2024-05-26

Lace up your hiking boots and join us on May 26th, 10 AM - 2 PM for Hike for Hospice at Westwood Lake.

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Try It - Spin & Stretch with Zen Revolution

2024-03-16

Dive into the ultimate fusion of heart-pumping energy and soothing tranquility as we team up with wonderful folks at Zen Revolution Yoga & Spin for an exclusive "Spin & Stretch" event!

Join us on March 16 at 10:30 am for an exhilarating 35-minute spin class followed by 25 minutes of blissful stretching. ✨

With only 16 spots available, this awesome Try It is sure to book up quickly so make sure you register using the Eventbrite link today!

Best of all, this event is by donation, with all proceeds supporting the Nanaimo Food Bank. What a perfect way to get in some Saturday morning self care.

See you there!

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About Us

The Young Professionals of Nanaimo (YPN) is a not-for-profit organization working toward creating a vibrant and connected network of Nanaimo’s top young professionals, entrepreneurs and employees.

Our membership is comprised of some of the best and brightest business professionals in Nanaimo under the age of 40. Whether you are new to Nanaimo, or are simply interested in expanding your professional network, the YPN is a great way to get connected!

Meet The Team

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