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. A fresh cup of java or tea is never hard to find with Tabletop Crepes and Games and Bean Around The World in the hood. Do you enjoy being in the kitchen? Pick up groceries at White Rock Liquor Store and Howes Market. Locals recommend eating at PG's Jamaican Restaurant - they have great food! 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 and Family Care Pharmacy Whiterock within walking distance. There are always new exhibits and events happening at Pop-Up-Town and White Rock Gallery. Diva Fitness and Pilates Studios is a super popular fitness center with locals. Pet owners will enjoy there is Critters & Friends Pet Supplies Ltd in White Rock. The local school in White Rock is White Rock.