Surrey is a city in British Columbia within the Metro Vancouver regional district and metropolitan area. It is a suburban city with the 2nd largest population in British Columbia. There are seven neighbourhoods in Surrey; Fleetwood, Whalley, City Centre, Guildford, Newton, Cloverdale and South Surrey.
Surrey has a population of 517,887. It is the 12th largest city in Canada. Immigration has drastically increased in the area since the 1980s, this has led to an ethnically and linguistically diverse city. Surrey's median household income is more than twice the regional average. Industries in Surrey include high tech, clean energy, advanced manufacturing, health, education, agriculture and arts.
Surrey is home to nature reserves, art centres, beaches, skate parks, forests, hockey and soccer fields, galleries, museums, recreation centres and bike/hiking trails. There is something for everyone!
Annual festivals include WinterFest, Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair and the Surrey Vaisakhi Parade. Every summer Surrey also hosts the Canada Cup International Women's Fastpitch Tournament.
Grab some fresh goodies at nearby bakeries Hillcrest Bakery & Deli and Chez Christophe. Coffee shop lovers will appreciate the local cafe's like Tabletop Crepes and Games. Groceries are close-at-hand with supermarkets White Rock Liquor Store and Howes Market close to 1410 Blackwood ST. Locals recommend eating at PG's Jamaican Restaurant and White Rock Beach Beer Company in White Rock - they have great food! Do you love to be outside? There is a great park in White Rock,Bryant Park. Rexall and Family Care Pharmacy Whiterock are conveniently located pharmacies in White Rock. If you are looking to visit a museum or art gallery Pop-Up-Town can be found in White Rock. Diva Fitness and Pilates Studios is a super popular fitness center with locals. Take your pets to Critters & Friends Pet Supplies Ltd. The local school in White Rock is White Rock.
