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.
Chez Christophe and Hillcrest Bakery & Deli are great bakeries near 1467 Martin ST. A fresh cup of java or tea is never hard to find with Java Express in the hood. There is cuisine from all over the world available at White Rock Liquor Store. Foodies won't be disappointed by the presence of excellent local restaurants Uptown Pizza, White Rock Beach Beer Company and Nature's Fare Markets. Do you love to be outside? There are great parks in White Rock such as Bryant Park and Hodgson Park. You can find pharmacies Rexall, Shoppers Drug Mart, Family Care Pharmacy Whiterock within walking distance. Semiahmoo Shopping Centre is a shopping center in White Rock that has something for everyone. There are a number of museums and art galleries in Surrey including Pop-Up-Town and Cheryl's Native Art (and e-com). Diva Fitness and Pilates Studios is a super popular fitness center with locals. Animal enthusiasts, good news Bosley's by Pet Valu and Critters & Friends Pet Supplies Ltd are in White Rock. The local school in White Rock is White Rock.
