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 Chez Christophe, Hillcrest Bakery & Deli, and COBS Bread. Coffee shop lovers will appreciate the local cafe's like Java Express. Do you enjoy being in the kitchen? Pick up groceries at White Rock Liquor Store. Locals of White Rock love dining at Uptown Pizza and White Rock Beach Beer Company. There is a surprising amount of green space with Hodgson Park nearby 1458 Blackwood ST. You can find pharmacies Rexall and Shoppers Drug Mart within walking distance. Semiahmoo Shopping Centre is a shopping center in White Rock that has something for everyone. There are always new exhibits and events happening at Pop-Up-Town. Diva Fitness and Pilates Studios is a super popular fitness center with locals. Take your pets to Bosley's by Pet Valu. The local school in White Rock is White Rock.