
The Probus Club of Nanoose Bay enables active semi-retired & retired members to organize and enjoy diverse interest groups, unique social activities and a stimulating speaker program. Our club meets at St Mary’s Church Hall, 2600 Powder Point Road, Nanoose Bay at 9:15 A.M. on the third Friday of each month. Guests are welcome! For more information, contact us at info@nbprobus.org.
Our membership application form is HERE
President’s Message
October 2025
We have now raced through the month of September, and it’s officially fall, which means ‘Thanksgiving Day’ is just around the corner. This year, in particular, is a time for giving ‘Thanks’ for all that we benefit from, on a daily basis.
A time for reflection and recognition of the comfort, privilege and good fortune that we enjoy, in abundance, while celebrating all the freedoms of being Canadian.
‘Thanks’ for family and friends; for neighbours; for the camaraderie of fellow Club members; for health and healthcare; for the multitude of experiences realized, ranging from recreation to travel; and, for the harvest and bountiful provision of food to sustain us.
Take a deep breath of ‘Thanks’ as you look around at the beauty that surrounds us, from the blue of the sky and the oceans, to the majesty of forests, gardens, wildlife, and the glory of sunsets!
Happy Thanksgiving Day, and appreciate all that we are, that we have, that we enjoy, and have the fortune of experiencing for another day…!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Best Regards
Brian

Upcoming Speaker: Friday November 21, 2025
Sharon Speevak, Communications Coordinator, Nanaimo-Oceanside branch of Elderdog Canada
We provide free, volunteer services to seniors (age 55+) who have dogs and require assistance in order to maintain that relationship. Services include dog walking, pick up & delivery of pet food, transportation to veterinary or grooming care and temporary fostering during hospitalization or other reasons.
“The bond between dogs and their human families is particularly strong as both enter their senior years. The dog may be the only loving, non-judgmental companion the senior has and taking care of the dog may give the owner’s life purpose and meaning. It is a great reason to get out of bed in the morning! Elderdog’s goal is “to keep love in the home” by providing free, volunteer assistance with dog walking, pet food shopping, transportation to vets/groomers and temporary foster care during illness, hospitalization and recovery”.
*update pending….

Minutes for the September 2025 General Meeting can be found here
Minutes for the March 2025 Annual General Meeting can be found here
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