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Learn about key Capital Projects being planned or under construction in Surrey.

As outlined in our Major General Capital program, the City of Surrey is investing in several significant Capital Projects to meet the growing demands of residents.

Surrey's growing population will benefit from new and improved infrastructure including roads and utilities, as well as recreation facilities including arenas, sports fields, parks, and arts & culture amenities through Surrey Invests.

Read on for more information about upcoming Capital Projects.

Featured Projects

Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre Expansion

In progress

We are expanding the Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre in City Centre. The expansion will include:

  • A second gymnasium, a fitness centre, learning kitchen, maker space, large and small multi-purpose spaces and childcare spaces
  • A new entry plaza, community garden space and a grand lawn to accommodate a range of social and learning activities
  • Enhanced learning and social opportunities

Images: Renderings of proposed design of Chuck Bailey Community Centre

Construction is anticipated to begin mid-July 2023 and end in early 2025. Explore the Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre Expansion project in detail.

Newton Community Centre

Planning underway

A new Newton Community Centre will be achieved through a multi-phase development aligned with community engagement and facility usage trends.

Images: Renderings of proposed design of Newton Community Centre

The facility will have the potential to provide aquatic, cultural, library and recreation services to meet the demand of the fast-growing Newton community. Explore the Newton Community Centre project in detail.

    SkyTrain Advance Works

    In progress

    As part of advance works to prepare for the Surrey Langley SkyTrain project, the City will be widening Fraser Highway from 96 Avenue to 148 Street. The improvements include two lanes of travel in each direction, enhanced culverts for fish and wildlife passage and expanded multi-use paths for cyclists and pedestrians to align with SkyTrain.

    Phase 1 is complete, and Phase 2 is in progress.

    A road sign that reads "Fraser Highway Widening: SkyTrain Early Works"

    Image: SkyTrain advance works

    Indigenous Carving Centres

    In progress

    With locations in North Surrey and South Surrey, these unique venues will support Indigenous cultural process and the City’s Reconciliation efforts. These projects are guided through ongoing consultation with Semiahmoo, Kwantlen and Katzie First Nations.

    The grand opening of the Indigenous Learning House at Elgin Heritage Park will be held on June 17, 2023.

    South Surrey Indigenous Learning House

    Nicomekl River Bridge Replacement and Other Improvements

    In progress

    The City is building a new Nicomekl River crossing and making other improvements along the King George Boulevard corridor. 

    The project involves the replacement of the aging two-lane timber trestle bridge and the decommissioned single-lane Bailey Bridge that has recently been completely removed.

    Construction is anticipated to be complete in 2023, and the total project cost is estimated at $22.5 million.

    active work on nicomekl river bridge

    Image: Aerial of Nicomekl River bridge replacement project

    Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex 

    In progress

    The Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex will provide additional ice in Cloverdale to meet the community’s needs for ice hockey, figure skating, public lessons, skating sessions and dry-floor summer use for sports such as lacrosse and ball hockey.

    rendering of proposed cloverdale sport and ice complex

    Image: Rendering of proposed design of Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex

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    New Neighbourhood & Destination Parks

    Nicomekl Riverfront Park

    In progress

    We are planning a complete park system along the south bank of the Nicomekl River to create a conservation-oriented riverfront park that integrates ecological improvements, public access, new amenities, public art, and heritage with natural spaces and habitats.

    This project is being developed in three phases and will take multiple years to complete. Phase 1 detailed design is currently underway. Plans and renderings will be available for public feedback in spring 2023. Phase 1 construction is expected to begin in early 2024 and to end in 2025. Design and construction of early work projects are ongoing.

      Nicomekl Riverfront Park

      Image: Nicomekl River

      Grandview Heights Community Park

      Planning starts in 2025

      A new community park will be planned for the area next to the new Grandview Heights Secondary School.

        Image: sport courts in a park

        Neighbourhood Parks

        In progress

        Two new neighbourhood parks are being planned and designed for construction in 2023: Whippletree Park (Newton), and Salmonberry Park (Clayton).

        New Park Amenities & Facilities

        Bear Creek Stadium

        In progress

        The new Bear Creek Stadium will replace the existing track at Bear Creek Park, elevating the facility to international standards. The improvements will accommodate a full range of track and field sports and include a partially covered grandstand with permanent seating for 2,200 spectators integrated into the existing park. 

        The new grandstand will include team changerooms, officials’ rooms, equipment storage space, ticketing office, public washrooms and concession facilities. 

        Rendering of new athletic facility

        Image: Rendering of proposed design of Bear Creek Park Athletics Centre

        Unwin Community Park

        Planning underway

        The City has acquired the last property to expand this community park. A range of new amenities will include accessible washrooms and improved trails and paths.

        Unwin Park

        Image: Unwin Park accessible playground

        Biodiversity Preserve Park Improvements

        In progress

        The City now has three significant biodiversity preserve parks comprised of over 300 acres of land. This project will implement several renovations, repairs, and improvements to those parks.

        Godwin Park Viewing Platform

        Photo: Godwin Biodiversity Preserve Park

        South Surrey Athletic Park Track Replacement

        Complete

        The track at South Surrey Athletic Park reached the end of its lifespan and was resurfaced.

        Trail and Path Development

        In progress

        Improvements for Salmonberry Park, E. Clayton linear parks, Kabaddi Park, Whippletree Park, and numerous linear park connections throughout the City’s neighbourhood park system.

        New Park Shelters

        In progress

        The City will install several new park shelters across the City within its park system.

         

         

        aerial of walking track

        Image: A resurfaced athletics track at South Surrey Athletics Park

        Park trail

        Image: Clayton Park trail

        TE Scott Picnic Table

        Photo: Sheltered picnic table at T.E. Scott Park

        Kabaddi Park Improvements

        Complete

        This project is for the design and construction of new outdoor volleyball courts as well as a rubberized walking track at Kabaddi Park.

        Newton Athletic Park Fieldhouse

        In progress

        This project is for the construction of a new fieldhouse in the southern portion of the park that will provide an additional four changerooms to that area, as well as public washrooms.

        Artificial Turf Field Replacements

        Planned or in progress:

        • South Surrey Athletic Park (one field)
        • Newton Athletic Park (two fields)

        Complete:

        • Hjorth Road Park
        • Cloverdale Athletic Park

        South Surrey Athletic Park Pickleball & Bike Park

        Pickleball complete

        Bike park upgrades in progress

        Working with Metro Vancouver, this project will complete park improvements in the area, including the development of new pickleball courts and bike park upgrades.

        City Centre Spray Park & Pickleball Court

        Planning underway

        This project includes the design and construction of a new, dedicated pickleball facility with lighting along with a new spray park in City Centre.

        Newton Athletic Park Walking Track

        Complete

        This project is for the design and development of a 600-metre, three-lane rubberized walking loop in Newton Athletic Park in coordination with the construction of a new synthetic turf field.

        A woman playing pickle ball outdoors.

        Image: Pickleball

        Crescent Park Pickleball Courts

        Complete

        This project will add eight new dedicated pickleball courts in South Surrey’s Crescent Park.

        walking track at the park

        Image: New walking track at Newton Athletic Park

        Arts & Culture Facility Expansions & Improvements

        Surrey Arts Centre Renovation

        This project includes maintaining and improving the facility’s accessibility and operations. Learning, production and presentation spaces will also be upgraded.

        Surrey Arts Centre and a blue sky

        Photo: Surrey Arts Centre

        Semiahmoo Arts Studios

        Funding is being allocated towards developing community arts space in the Semiahmoo Town Centre.

        Child painting a pottery piece with mom

        Photo: Cultural programming

        Interactive Art Museum

        In 2025, funds will be allocated to the first world-class cultural facility in Surrey and a major attraction in City Centre. The Interactive Art Museum (“iAM”) will feature creative spaces for contemporary art learning, such as art exhibition halls, TechLab and maker spaces, open studios for artists in residence, events rooms, a performance hall, and outdoor space for creative temporary projects. Learn more about the Interactive Art Museum.

        Photo: SITE Photography. Experiencing Surrey Art Gallery’s Garden in the Machine exhibition.

        Photo: SITE Photography. Experiencing Surrey Art Gallery’s Garden in the Machine exhibition.

        1912 Municipal Hall Upgrades

        This funding will provide seismic upgrades and flood mitigation infrastructure that respects and enhances the heritage value of this building and prolongs its use.

        Archives exterior

        Photo: 1912 Municipal Hall

        Roads, Transportation and Utility Improvements

        Every year through the City’s Capital Construction Program, Surrey's Engineering Department delivers hundreds of capital projects. Some of the major programs in the works include: