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 bakery, Aling Mary's Filipino Store & Bakery. Coffee shop lovers will appreciate the local cafe's like McDonald's. Groceries are close-at-hand with supermarkets Habib Market, Express Convenience Store, and Big Bazaar close to Camberley Green. Whether you are looking for brunch, a quick snack or a quality dinner Whalley has plenty of options like Tomato Shack Pizza and Domino's Pizza. iCare Remedy'sRx Pharmacy and Medica Pharmacy Ltd. are conveniently located pharmacies in Whalley. King George Centre is a shopping center in Whalley that has something for everyone. There are always new exhibits and events happening at Light co. Steve Nash Fitness World & GKFITNESS are super popular fitness center with locals. Animal enthusiasts, good news Surdel Animal Hospital Inc and Angel Animal Hospital are in Whalley. Schools in Whalley include Lena Shaw and Our Lady Of Good Counsel. There are many students in this neighbourhood as Drake Medox College is located within it.