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 is a great bakery near 1720 Southmere Cres. There are some great cafes near 1720 Southmere Cres such as Java Express and Murchie's. Do you enjoy being in the kitchen? Pick up groceries at White Rock Liquor Store. Foodies won't be disappointed by the presence of excellent local restaurants A&W Canada and White Spot White Rock. There is a surprising amount of green space with Southmere Village Park and Hodgson Park nearby 1720 Southmere Cres. You can find pharmacies Shoppers Drug Mart, Save-On-Foods, Pharmasave - White Rock within walking distance. Semiahmoo Shopping Centre is a shopping center in South Surrey that has something for everyone. There are always new exhibits and events happening at Cheryl's Native Art (and e-com). Jan Mason's Yoga is a super popular fitness center with locals. Take your pets to Bosley's by Pet Valu. Entertainment in South Surrey is easy to come by with Hollywood Rialto Twin Theatre near 1720 Southmere Cres. H T Thrift and Semiahmoo are nearby schools for children living in South Surrey.
