Vaasa for You

When? 1.10.2026 at 15:00-17:00
Where? Government agency building (Wolffintie 35 B, Vaasa)

Looking to build your career in Vaasa?

Join us for an inspiring afternoon with practical insights into Finnish working culture, a real story from an international talent, an inspiring startup journey, and insights from a Finnish employer. Get inspired, learn from others’ experiences, discover new opportunities to take the next step in your career in Vaasa.

Programme

• Finnish Working Culture
  Kateryna Pihlajaniemi & Ave Reitalu, Ostrobothnia Employment Services
  
• Learn. Apply. Call. Ask. How You Can Find Your Way into Finnish Working Life, Too. 
  Thao Ngyuen, Klaara Partners Oy
• Startup Journey, From an idea to a growing business
  Daniel Yap, Health4Travel
•  Inside a Finnish Company
  Aapo Valli, Danfoss Drives Oy

When? 22.10.2026 at 15:00-17:00
Where? Alma Adult Education Centre, Alma hall (Raastuvankatu 31, Vaasa)

Want to make the most of your life in Vaasa?

Discover hobbies, learning opportunities, local services and community activities that can help you build a meaningful life outside work. Learn how Finns spend their free time, hear personal experience from an international talent, and meet local organisations. Get inspired, find new interests, connect with people, and discover opportunities to make Vaasa feel more like home. Coffee and tea will be served.

Participating organizations 

• Alma Adult Education Centre
• Cooperative 3E
• Mielle ry
• Red cross socializing club
• TaiKon
• What the Finland
• Vaasa City Library
• Vaasan Setlementtiyhdistys ry

More organizations are being added regularly. This is not the final list, so please check this page again for the latest updates.

Programme

• Why Vaasa is a great place to live?
  Tomas Häyry, Mayor of Vaasa
• How Finns Spend Their Free Time
  Hanna Turpeinen
  Discover Finnish hobbies, traditions and ways to enjoy life outside work.
• Adult Education & Learning Opportunities
  Kati Källman, Alma Adult Education Centre
  Explore opportunities to learn new skills, develop your interests and meet new people.
  
• Mental Health & Wellbeing
  Pia Kokko & Sini Kirvesmäki, MielenTuki Counsellors, Mielle ry
  Discover ways to support your wellbeing and find local services and support.
• My Life in Vaasa: A Personal Story
  Jordi Storm, Civic Orientation Instructor, City of Vaasa
  Hear a real story about life in Vaasa from an international talent.
• Explore, Connect & Network
  Meet local organizations at the stands and discover activities, services and opportunities in Vaasa.
  

Register for the event here (webropol.com). Registration closes on October 21st. Please note that places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.