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.
James Bakery is a great bakery near Surrey Meadows. Coffee shop lovers will appreciate the local cafe's like Sunrock Cafe. Groceries are close-at-hand with supermarkets Hi-Way Market and Surabhi Store close to Surrey Meadows. Foodies won't be disappointed by the presence of excellent local restaurants Pizza Plus 96 and Subway. There is a surprising amount of green space with Holland Park nearby Surrey Meadows. The closest pharmacy to Surrey Meadows is Pharmasave - Scott Town. scott Town Plaza is a shopping center in Whalley that has something for everyone. If you are looking to visit a museum or art gallery Trabajadores can be found in Whalley. Take your pets to Orico Pet Supply. Schools in Whalley include David Brankin, Senator Reid and Betty Huff. There are many students in this neighbourhood as Brighton College is located within it.