Living Car-Lite in Victoria
"Victoria is a human-scale city; for me it’s easy to get around without a car."
When Mayor Lisa Helps signed up with Modo, we had an opportunity to talk about why she decided to go car-lite. Aside from a personal commitment to reducing her environmental footprint, Mayor Helps is also committed to a future where all our transportation options are integrated and connect people througout the region.
Over the next weeks, we'll be checking in with Mayor Helps as she officially goes car-lite. When she’s not cycling around town, walking or taking public transit, you’ll likely see her hopping into one of Victoria's 58 Modos!
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Featured articles
Modo Moves
For a list of all moves in the Lower Mainland, Greater Victoria and Nanaimo please visit our website.
Victoria — UVic
UPGRADE at Campus Security: a 2013 silver Toyota Corolla (#457) has replaced the 2010 Corolla.
Victoria — Victoria West
UPGRADE at Dockside Green: a 2017 white Toyota Prius has replaced the 2010 Honda Insight.
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Low overnight rates
Whether you're looking to get your holiday shopping done after work or need a ride home on a wet November night, take it easy and keep your Modo overnight! We're lowering the overnight rates from October 31, 2017 to February 28, 2018. Perfect for rainy November nights or getting some early holiday shopping done.
Book a Modo and keep it until the next morning at the lowest rate in town.
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Pro Tip: Reduce your speed
Excessive speed is quite damaging for our vehicles. It adds extra stress to the engines and tires, and increases fuel consumption. But even more important than the vehicles, it puts you and other drivers in danger.
Did you know members found to be using Modo vehicles in a dangerous or harmful manner can have their carsharing privileges suspended? It's a tough topic but ensuring the safety of everyone on the road will always be our top priority.
Read our Carsharing Handbook to re-familiarize yourself with our co-op's rules and regulations for all drivers.
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All aboard: A ride-along with our fleet team
Have you ever wondered how we keep our vehicles on the road 365 days a year? Join our new staff member, Kristi, for a ride with one of our fleet team technicians and learn what a typical working day looks like for them.
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Seat Sale
Save 10% off your entire booking with Modo's Seat Sale!
Starting November 8th and ending November 28th, bookings in these cars are 10% off!
Victoria, James Bay - Simcoe & Montreal
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A 2017 white Hyundai Elantra (#956)
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Take a Trip: Moss Street Market
Just a short Modo trip away for Ambassador Charmaine, the Moss Street Market is a great weekend destination for produce, baked goods and more.
"In proper Moss Street Market-style, I bumped into some friends—a great reminder of how markets are hubs of community in every sense of the word." –Charmaine
Modo: Toyota Prius C (#968)
Features: Hybrid, backup camera, Bluetooth
Staff Tip: Call us 24/7 for any issues you may have on the road
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On the Blog
>>TAKE A BREAK Put your phone away when driving! Modo supports the ICBC #EyesFwdBC campaign and we're placing stickers on all cars. Help us spread the message.
>> 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 December 31st! More info
>> CARP + MODO CARP is the leading organization that advocates for Canadians as they age on matters such as improved access to healthcare and financial security. Read more about our new partner, where to find them in BC, and find other member perks. Click here
>> FERRY MODO Check our list of seven Modo cars located at the main ferry terminals - Horseshoe Bay, Tsawwassen, Swartz Bay and Departure Bay - and learn about the new Coast Car Co-op car at Langdale and how to access it.
>> MEMBER PARKING Modo members enjoy parking perks at the stores and local mountains listed on our page.
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Community Calendar
November 9 - Bike Maintenance 201
Join MEC every Thursday evening for a Bike Maintenance 201 Clinic from 6:30-8:00pm. These courses are designed for the those wanting to learn how to work on their own bike, and focuses on one of four topics per clinic: Drivetrain Adjustment & Replacement, Wheel Truing, Brake Adjustment, or Derailleur Adjustment (sessions are held on a rotating basis).
November 4-10 — Turn Down the Heat Week
Turn Down the Heat Week is the Business Improvement Areas of BC annual initiative that brings together business improvement associations across the Province to raise awareness of the environmental and economic benefits of reducing wasteful energy consumption and to help those in need of warm winter clothing.
November 16–19 — BCCA Cooperate Now Bootcamp
Now accepting applications for this fall's Cooperate Now program. Cooperate Now will be held November 16-19, 2017 in Vancouver. Apply here.
November 27–December 3 — Buy Local Week
The 2017 campaign kicks off with the 6th Annual BC Buy Local Week on November 27–December 3, 2017. Consider booking a Modo to support your local carsharing co-op when you're shopping local!
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