City of SurreyAbout Surrey

Surrey, one of the fastest growing major cities in Canada, is strategically located at the crossroads of the Pacific Rim, Greater Vancouver and the United States.  Easy and convenient access to Vancouver International Airport, two international border crossings into the U.S., an excellent transportation network including six major highways, rail and a deep sea port provide ideal opportunity for transportation of goods and services worldwide -- a network essential to the demands of a vibrant City and its growing business sector. 

Incorporated in 1879, Surrey has a rich history of diverse ethnic backgrounds that have come together to make Surrey one of British Columbia's most unique communities.  Comprised of forests of fir, cedar and hemlock, and basically untouched, the tone of Surrey's future as the City of Parks was set.  Logging began, settlement took place, and Surrey started to take shape.  As you drive throughout the City, take notice of the heritage markers bearing the names of the early settlers to the area such as Johnston Road, Sullivan Station and Hjorth Road to name a few.

 

In September of 1993, Surrey officially became a City and over the past few years has undergone tremendous change and growth and the overall quality of life has risen to new and impressive heights.  Our City Council is committed to providing its residents, through initiatives such as Safe and Clean City, Active City, Adopt-A-Street and Block Watch, with a great community in which to live, work and play.

Climate:  Average summer temperature 22C (+72F), Average winter temperature 5C (+42F), Average Annual Rainfall 1050mm (41in.) -- Lowest in the Lower Mainland!

Surrey:
Located on the US/Canada border, 40 minutes from Vancouver. Click here for a Google Map.

Population:
Over 462,000

 

Area:
317 square kilometers, over 6,000 acres of designated parkland and green space