News & Events
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Learn about the latest initiatives and events that are happening in Surrey.
News
Cooking Fire Safety
Accidents will happen, but there are ways you can reduce your risk of having a cooking fire in your home.
New Police Transition Survey shows majority of Surrey residents support RCMP
The City of Surrey has commissioned a Police Transition Survey, conducted by polling firm Leger, that has found that just 29% Surrey residents want to continue with the Surrey Police Service transition, while 46% want to retain the RCMP.
Prepare for Spring Program Registration
Spring program registration will be staggered over two dates: Sunday, February 25 at 9pm for most programs, followed by Sunday, March 10 at 9pm for aquatics programs.
Surrey takes action to speed up development application timelines
During its Regular Council Meeting Monday, Surrey City Council approved changes that exempt apartment buildings up to six stories and commercial/office buildings up to three stories from requiring Advisory Design Panel (ADP) review, provided they are supported by staff.
Statement from the Mayor: Surrey School District Capital Plan
In a unanimous vote, Surrey City Council turned back the Surrey School District’s 10-year Capital Plan because it did not account for the new provincial legislation of Bills 44, 46 and 47.
Events
Community Tree Planting
Help grow Surrey's urban forest by planting trees and shrubs in your community park this spring!
Speaker Series – Safeguarding Chinese Canadian History
Join Denise Fong for an instructional lunch hour learning about Chinese History in the Lower Mainland.
Garden Work Parties
Help care for Surrey's gardens by pruning, weeding, labeling, removing invasive plants and more!
Surrey Career Expo
Visit the Surrey Hiring & Education Expo on April 4, from 11am to 3pm.
Thursday Artist Talk: Wendy Mould, “Sketching Nature on the Go”
Local wildlife artist Wendy Mould will share the joys and the struggles of sketching in the field.
Art Hive: Spring is in the Air Part 2
Join Semiahmoo Arts Society for a creative session inspired by spring.
Nature Work Parties
Help care for Surrey parks by removing invasive plants, cleaning up litter, and enhancing habitat within the park.
Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad
Help restore, enhance and grow Surrey's urban forest alongside other youth in Surrey.
Music in the Garden
Enjoy live music featuring local artists from around the Lower Mainland.