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.
COBS Bread and Chez Christophe are great bakeries near 1705 Martin Dr. Coffee shop lovers will appreciate local cafe's like McDonald's, Murchie's, and Java Express. Do you enjoy being in the kitchen? Pick up groceries at White Rock Liquor Store. Locals of South Surrey love dining at White Spot White Rock, Taco Del Mar and A&W Canada. There is a surprising amount of green space with Southmere Village Park and Hodgson Park nearby 1705 Martin Dr. The closest pharmacy to 1705 Martin Dr is Save-On-Foods. Semiahmoo Shopping Centre is a shopping center in South Surrey that has something for everyone. If you are looking to visit a museum or art gallery Cheryl's Native Art (and e-com) can be found in South Surrey. Many gyms and fitness centers are popular with residents of South Surrey. Some of these facilities are Jan Mason's Yoga, Crunch Fitness - Semiahmoo and Diva Fitness and Pilates Studios in South Surrey. Take your pets to Bosley's by Pet Valu. Entertainment in South Surrey is easy to come by with Hollywood Rialto Twin Theatre near 1705 Martin Dr. H T Thrift and Semiahmoo are nearby schools for children living in South Surrey.