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Two-Seater Special
Book a 3+ day trip through the office and get a $25 credit.
(Smart Fortwo or CR-Z)
Car sharing is a major innovation in transportation. With car sharing you get all the benefits of using a car without the headaches of owning one. Once you are a member, reserve and use any of our diverse vehicles throughout Victoria - whether it's a car, truck, van or hybrid. Reserve online and use our vehicles 24/7, no notice is required. You pay only a few dollars per hour, with gas and insurance included. You'll never have to worry about breakdowns, insurance, maintenance, or cleaning again, and all of our cars are newer models with plenty of options. If you don't need a car every day, you could save up to $7,000 per year over private ownership. If you don't own a car, car sharing can supplement your mobility options, whether you want a vehicle for leisure, shopping, sports, or business. Private ownership is expensive, inconvenient, and environmentally unfriendly. We offer a convenient and eco-friendly alternative. Our fleet is covered with a 24-hour member support line, pre-paid emergency taxis, and BCAA roadside assistance. Car share members get rental discounts and can use car share vehicles throughout BC. Do you qualify for a free membership?  |
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As of 5pm, January 24th, the Downtown Toyota Corolla, located at 'The Falls' building, has been moved to the parking lot at 850 Courtney Street. Access the lot off Courtney Street between Quadra and Blanshard (look for the driveway on the right or east side of the business 'Stewart College of Languages'). The vehicle will be in stall '3', until we can have 'Victoria Car Share' painted on the stall when the weather improves. |
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1. 15 LUCKY MEMBERS – From October 15 to November 15, 15 of our members will be drawn at random to receive a $15 driving credit. 2. ANNIVERSARY REFERRAL BONUS – From October 15 to November 15, our usual $50 referral bonus will be upped by 15 clams to $65! Many of our members found out about the Car Share by word of mouth – here's an opportunity to put some money where that word-of-mouth is. 3. CAKE MOBS - For the first 15 members who attend a cake mob (see below), we will give you a $10 driving credit (and did we mention cake?). |
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To celebrate our 15th Anniversary, we are offering 15 one-year casual memberships to new recruits. By November 15th, send us a 100 word or less e-mail telling us why you are interested in joining the Car Share. We'll judge the entries and award 15 people with a one-year casual membership, as long as they meet our eligibility requirements outlined on this site. Good Luck! |
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The Victoria Car Share Co-operative is celebrating fifteen years of service. Established in 1996 with one vehicle and a few friends, the Victoria Car Share Co-op (VCSC) has grown to more than 500 members sharing a fleet of 22 different vehicles around Greater Victoria. “Originally started in Europe, car sharing has steadily gained momentum in cities across North America,” says Andrew MacDonald, Executive Director for the VCSC. “Victorians have embraced car sharing as a practical and convenient transportation solution.” According to BCAA, the annual cost of car ownership is $8,000 to $12,000 per year. Car sharing spreads those costs among several people instead of having one person shoulder the burden. The result is a community of people who have access to the latest vehicles without the headaches of gas, maintenance, or insurance of ownership. “Our membership is growing with young professionals, families, and seniors,” he adds. “People are quickly recognizing the financial and environmental benefits of car sharing.” Research has shown that car sharing can significantly reduce the number of vehicles on the road. Often, households who share vehicles tend to cycle walk and take transit more often. This results in less congestion and fewer greenhouse gas emissions. VCSC members also have access to other car share networks in Canada including Modo in Vancouver, CarShareHFX in Halifax, the Kootenay Car Share, and Go2 in Smithers. |
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Here's a great way to meet the staff, board and cars of the Co-op. You might have a car right around the corner. Stop by for a piece of cake and learn how you can join us, or, if you are already a member, what's coming up for the Co-op: Saturday, Oct. 15 Saturday, Oct. 22 Wednesday, Oct. 26 Friday, Nov. 4 |
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Thanks to our partnership with the Greater Victoria Housing Society, we are now |
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We are pleased to introduce the newest addition to our fleet, a 2011 Honda CR-Z Hybrid. This sporty little two-seater packs a punch with an impressive list of features including iPod, USB, and Bluetooth capability. With a four cylinder gas/electric hybrid engine, it has plenty of pep and delivers incredible fuel economy. You can find this car at the Uptown Shopping Centre, underneath Walmart, in the underground parking lot at the end of Oak Street.
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