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.
Coffee shop lovers will appreciate local cafe's like Blenz and Cafe Central. Whether you are looking for brunch, a quick snack or a quality dinner Whalley has plenty of options like Subway and Thai Express. Whalley offers a lifestyle full of green space for outdoor lovers, parks include West Village Park and Central City Plaza. You can find pharmacies Alive Health care and Walmart Pharmacy within walking distance. Central City Shopping Centre is a shopping center in Whalley that has something for everyone. There are always new exhibits and events happening at Smart Frames & Accents. She's Fit is a super popular fitness center with locals. If you enjoy reading you will be happy Read-Ability Services is in Whalley. Local schools of Whalley include Old Yale Road, William Of Orange Christian and Kwantlen Park. There are many students in this neighbourhood as Stenberg College is located within it. Ride the subway underground, the closest station is Surrey Central Station.
