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.
Veneto's Cakes & Pastries is a great bakery near Ashlea Gate. There are some great cafes near Ashlea Gate such as Espresso Cafe and Starbucks. There is cuisine from all over the world available at G & A Family Grocery and Flavours at iba pa Filipino store. Locals of Newton love dining at Sushi Line Japanese Restaurant, Panago Pizza and Pho Tau Bay. The closest pharmacy to Ashlea Gate is Amie's Homeo Care (HOMEOPATHIC DOCTOR). King's Cross Shopping Centre is a shopping center in Newton that has something for everyone. If you are looking to visit a museum or art gallery Studio Seventy Three can be found in Newton. Move to Motion - Physiotherapy & Sports Injuries is a super popular fitness center with locals. Animal enthusiasts, good news King George Veterinary Hospital and king george vet are in Newton. Schools in Newton include Surrey Muslim, Frank Hurt and G.A.D.. There are many students in this neighbourhood as Academy of Learning College is located within it.
