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.
Michael's Artisan Bakery & Cafe is a great bakery near Summerlea Pointe. Do you enjoy being in the kitchen? Pick up groceries at South surrey Freedom Market. Whether you are looking for brunch, a quick snack or a quality dinner South Surrey has plenty of options like K W Gardens and A&W Canada. Village Centre is a shopping center in South Surrey that has something for everyone. There are always new exhibits and events happening at Wynwood Furniture & Design Ltd.. Golden Glory Fitness and Martial Arts Academy & Chang's TaeKwonDo | Martial Arts | Taekwondo | White Rock / South Surrey are the local gyms. The local school in South Surrey is Southridge.