Ambassador Post: Marilyn Monroe and Modo

Modo member Charmaine Niebergall found out in September 2016 that she could use Modo with an N license, bought a driving lesson package with Victoria Driving School, and got her N within a few months.

Now, a year and a half later she’s a Modo Ambassador! Find out why Charmaine is dressed as Marilyn Monroe in this guest post!

U-bicycle promotion for Modo members

Feel like trying out bikesharing in Victoria? U-bicycle is an urban bike-sharing platform for solving short distance commuting needs while delivering a more fun and convenient riding experience - plus, the bikes are dockless, meaning you can leave them anywhere in their home zones. With the use of the ubicycle mobile app  users can locate the nearest blue-booth enabled u-bicycle, unlock it by scanning a QR code, ride and lock up wherever they are.  Say good bye to sitting in traffic, hop onto a dockless u-bicycle today and explore the city in style!

We've partnered with U-bicycle for this exclusive  offer for Modo members - Get your first 30 minute ride free using the promo code ASV2CS57S

Offer valid until March 30, 2018. Coupon expires in 60 days once activated. One coupon per account.

2018 Board of Directors: Call for Nominations

Modo’s Board of Directors consists of nine directors, with one from the Greater Victoria area and eight from the rest of Modo's service area. Each position generally serves a three-year term of office. All shareholding members are eligible to run for election as a director, subject to their place of residence. Please note that this year there are no Victoria positions available.

At Modo’s 2018 Annual General Meeting on April 18, 2018, there will be four non-Victoria positions up for election:

Three positions with 3-year terms
One position with a 2-year term

Nominations are now open and close on March 4, 2018. Click here for the full information package.

Pro Tip: Running late?

Don't you hate that feeling of running late? Here are some tips on how to avoid late fees and make your Modo trip a lot more relaxing. As Shakespeare said, "Better three hours too soon than a minute too late."

Quick Poll

February on the west coast brings longer days, hints of spring, Valentine's and a long weekend to boot. What Modo vehicles do you enjoy using for these special days?

Take our February Quick Poll.

Seat Sale

Save 10% off your entire booking with Modo's Seat Sale!

For a list of all the seat sales in the Lower Mainland, Greater Victoria and Nanaimo please visit our blog.

Starting February 8th and ending February 28th bookings in these cars are 10% off:

Victoria / Fairfield / Howe & Dallas

• a 2017 white Toyota Prius C (#938)

On the Blog

>> MODO AMBASSADOR TRIP Modo Ambassador Elicia Elliott had family visiting from Saskatoon and decided to brave the rain and head to the North Shore to visit Deep Cove and Mount Seymour, with some stops to warm up and enjoy yummy treats along the way. Read more about her fun day out in her guest blog post. 

>> STOP TO SHOP Get a $30 shopping gift card at Tsawwassen Mills when parking your Modo there for 2 hours or more. Offer has been extended until June 30th! More info

>> MEMBER PARKING Modo members enjoy parking perks at the stores and local mountains listed on our page.

Community Calendar

February 2-11 — 24th Annual Victoria Film Festival

Ten days of over 120 films, events, special guests and more! This year hosts films from almost 30 countries, including the North American premiere of Pickups, six Canadian Premieres, 36 BC Premieres, and 28 Hometown Premieres. Check out the full line up.

February 9 — Game of Boards

Impulse Theatre renews its commitment to prime anti-valentine’s day entertainment with Game of Boards, a board game night in support of the company’s current works-in-development. With a selection of classics, favourites, and oddities from the cupboards of Impulse’s Board of Directors, participants will be able to duel their friends, enjoy a concession of salty snacks and refreshments, and take a stop at the medieval photo booth. 

February 10 — Inner Harbour Walking Tour

Join the Maritime Museum of British Columbia as they share stories about Victoria’s Inner Harbour and discover more about BC’s maritime heritage and culture.

February 12 — Family Day at the Market

On Monday February 12th from 12:30pm – 3:30pm the Victoria Public Market will be hosting a FREE Family Day event featuring Live Music, Face Painting, Photo Booth, and Kids Crafts! Facepainting, photobooth and crafts are all FREE! Come down for some lunch and fun!