Media Contacts
Oliver Lum
Senior Manager, Communications and Media Relations
Office of the Mayor
604-591-4519
OWLum@surrey.ca
Amy Jugpal
Communications and Media Relations Lead
Office of the Mayor
778-846-1480
amy.jugpal@surrey.ca
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Surrey launches incentive programs to accelerate housing development
Surrey City Council has approved two new incentive programs which aim to stimulate and accelerate the development of housing units in Surrey, specifically near rapid transit, as well as increase the supply of affordable non-market rental housing.
Surrey launches Artificial Intelligence tool to simplify permitting process
The City of Surrey has just launched an artificial intelligence Development Inquiry Assistant (DIA) pilot, intended to more easily and quickly connect applicants to accurate information about the permitting process.
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Glades Woodland Garden
Join us in celebrating Mother's Day amidst the serene beauty of The Glades Woodland Garden in Surrey, B.C.
Surrey approves Accessibility Action Plan for an inclusive community
During the Regular Council Meeting on Monday, Surrey City Council approved a new multi-year Accessibility Action Plan.
City of Surrey releases Draft 2024-2028 General Operating and Capital Budgets
The City of Surrey’s 2024-2028 General Operating and Capital Budgets are now available for the public to view.
Bear Creek Stadium grandstand completed, track upgrades to begin
The City of Surrey recently completed the Bear Creek Stadium grandstand, a $24 million investment that includes 2,200 covered seats, changerooms, washrooms, meeting rooms, officials’ rooms, concession stand and box office.
Métis: Children of the Fur Trade event returns to Museum of Surrey on Saturday, April 13
Métis: Children of the Fur Trade event returns to Museum of Surrey on Saturday April 13, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Residents are reminded to leave tree pruning to the professionals
The City of Surrey wants to remind residents and business owners that it is against City bylaws to trim or cut trees on City property without permission.
‘Our City’ beautification campaign to return this year
The successful Our City beautification campaign will return this year, with Surrey City Council officially endorsing the city-wide initiative for 2024.
City youth take centre stage at annual Surrey Steps Up event
On Friday, March 15, 2024, hundreds of people gathered at City Hall to celebrate the young changemakers in our community at the annual Surrey Steps Up Youth Showcase.