Oceanside Chess Club

03/26/2026

Time is Running out! Only 3 days and 4 spots left to register for the Mid-Island Chess Championship! Help us reach 60 players by registering now! 👇

Register for the 2026 Mid-Island Chess Championship in Nanaimo, BC on March 28th. Open to all ages and skill levels. Hosted by Oceanside Chess Club at Beban Park.

03/08/2026

Just three more days to get early bird pricing for the Mid-Island Chess Championship! Sign up today while there's still room! 👇

Register for the 2026 Mid-Island Chess Championship in Nanaimo, BC on March 28th. Open to all ages and skill levels. Hosted by Oceanside Chess Club at Beban Park.

03/06/2026

Just a reminder to register for the event before it's too late! Things are filling up fast... only 10 spots left!

03/05/2026

Check out the advertising for the Mid-Island Chess Championship! Special thanks to Anthony from Aituze Graphics for all his work.

03/04/2026

The Oceanside Chess Club is would like to thank the generous support of our new sponsor, Van Island Business Capital. They have kindly contributed the prizes for our largest tournament yet, the Mid-Island Chess Championship. We're especially grateful to their founder Sam, a former competitive player with a passion for the game.

“I played a lot of chess years ago, and it’s a game that stays with you. I’m just happy to support the local club in a small way and help keep the game alive here on the Island. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, there’s something special about the community that forms around a chessboard.”

Sam credits the game for teaching him the very principles he now uses to run his business: strategy, resilience, and thinking three steps ahead.

If you are a local business owner looking for your next move, or if you need short-term financing or a tailored business loan, check out Van Island Business Capital. They are committed to building thriving communities right here on the Island.

👉 https://www.vanislandbusinesscapital.ca/

02/28/2026

📢 We're just four short weeks away from the Mid-Island Chess Championship! The time to register is now! We've already beat our record for most registrations and it's only getting bigger and better. Reserve your spot now before it's too late!

👉 Register

Register for the 2026 Mid-Island Chess Championship in Nanaimo, BC on March 28th. Open to all ages and skill levels. Hosted by Oceanside Chess Club at Beban Park.

02/24/2026

Check out the 2026 Mid-Island Chess Championship!

02/15/2026

🚨 Calling all Chess Players of Vancouver Island! 🚨

The Oceanside Chess Club is excited to announce the 2026 Mid-Island Chess Championship, coming to Nanaimo on March 28th! Come test your strategy, meet fellow chess players, and enjoy a great day of friendly competition.

📅 When: Saturday, March 28, 2026
📍 Where: Beban Park, Nanaimo
👉 Register & learn more: https://www.oceansidechess.org/events/2026-mid-island-chess-championship/

Spots are limited—don’t wait to secure your seat at the board! Tag your chess buddies and spread the word. 👇

Register for the 2026 Mid-Island Chess Championship in Nanaimo, BC on March 28th. Open to all ages and skill levels. Hosted by Oceanside Chess Club at Beban Park.

12/14/2025

Hello Everyone!

As the holiday season approaches, we’d like to inform you that
our club is now closed for winter break. Our next meeting won't be until Saturday, January 10th, 2026.

We are excited to share that when we do return, it will be at our new location in Parksville! We have moved from St. Marks Church to the Parksville Library with meetings being held next to the computer area.

Starting in 2026, we will also be reducing our meetings to 3 times a month, with the club being closed the first Saturday of every month.

We apologize for any inconvenience these changes may cause; however, we believe they are the best path forward in ensuring the club’s long-term sustainability. Following these changes, we will also be focusing more on our club’s programs and events by
reallocating funds from venue costs directly back into our services, ensuring a brighter future for our community.

As always, we thank you for your continued support, and wish you and your families a wonderful and restful holiday season!

11/29/2025

Hello Oceanside Chess Community! Just a quick reminder that the club will be closed tomorrow (Nov. 29). We will be open again the following week as usual, though. Until then, we hope you enjoy your weekend!

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08/09/2025

Hello everyone, thought I'd share that the Comox Chess Club will be holding a meeting Aug 21 and is looking for players who want to join. For more info check out the poster below.