“It’s a bird, it’s a plane” no — it’s Captain Canuck… with SkyTrain!

Literally, in the new limited-edition Captain Canuck Compass Cards.

The two designs feature the iconic Canadian comic book superhero alongside a Vancouver staple, the SkyTrain. Featuring the (first model) and the Mark V SkyTrain (newest model).

In partnership with licensor Lev Gleason Publications Inc., these very-Canadian transit cards can be purchased at Fan Expo (Lev Gleason Booth #1131) from Feb. 14 to 16. Admission to Fan Expo applies. If you’re not going to the event, you can also purchase the cards online at TransLink Store from Feb. 14 until supplies last.

You can get a bundle for $39.99 which includes a Compass Card and poster. The Captain Canuck Compass Cards are standard adult cards and are encoded with a $6 refundable deposit. Purchases are limited to four bundles per customer.

Captain Canuck was created by Canadian artists Richard Comely and Ron Leishman. The first comic book edition was published in 1975.

In the comic, Captain Canuck wasn’t born a superhero. His non-superhero name is Tom Evans, a Mountie (Royal Canadian Mounted Police Officer) and secret agent. One night, he was struck by a ray device after a surprise encounter with aliens. This gave him his superpowers, which include super strength, super speed, a photographic memory, and the durability to resist to injury.

His mission as Captain Canuck is to protect Canada, a powerful nation on Earth due to its vast natural resources, from foreign and alien invasion.

The Captain Canuck Compass Card proudly blends Canadian comic nostalgia and Vancouver transit heritage. The modern-style version featuring the Mark V was designed by Vancouver illustrator John Gallagher, while the nostalgic version, featuring a Mark I-inspired train, was designed by Canadian artist Richard Comely.

This collectible joins our collection of special edition Compass Cards released in previous years, including the DC Superhero Compass Cards and Elf Compass Cards.

They’re a fun way to personalize your everyday commute. Which card/s do you have so far?