City of Surrey

Media Release: Cooking fires are one of the leading causes of residential fires. These tips from Surrey Fire Service should be discussed with all members in your household to keep everyone safe: Stay in the kitchen when cooking with open pans and pots. Turn the stove off if you must leave the room. Use a timer to remind you when your food is cooked... Never pour water on a grease fire. Read more

N95 equivalent masks by #SurreyMakesPPE manufacturer, Eternity Medical Equipment, are officially approved and certified! Surrey Makes PPE is a City initiative to help local manufacturers retool to make critical PPE for the community.

Show us your #dogsofsurreybc! Snap a photo of your four-legged friend in the comments and be entered to win one of three 2021 dog licenses. A reminder that all registrations and renewals are due Feb 2 and can be made online, by phone or by appointment at City Hall or the Surrey Animal Resource Centre. For more info visit: https://www.surrey.ca/services-paymen/animals/dog-licensing... : @sarahmarieshep

Media Release: In the final regular Council meeting of 2020, Surrey City Council approved two bylaws that will make for a positive environmental impact on the City. Amendments to the Surrey Tree Protection Bylaw and the new Plastic Bags and Single-Use Items Bylaw are precursors to the priorities Council will be placing on bettering Surrey’s environment in the new year.

Godwin Farm Biodiversity Preserve Park is a perfect place to explore unique trees for #treetuesday. The Godwin Family donated this land to the City in 2015. Over the years they planted hundreds of Sequoias, Redwoods, and many other species. How many different trees can you spot?

Last night, staff provided Council with an update on Surrey’s Truck Parking Strategy. 2021 implementation plans include: Piloting on-street truck parking in industrial areas Piloting parking in low-density residential areas Launching truck parking app Engage industry on proposed amendments to Business License Bylaw requiring the provision of on-site parking for all trucks used on an exclusive basis.... Begin work on Local Area Service Program in the South Westminster pilot area to facilitate truck parking development See more

Media Release: Despite the pandemic, economic confidence within Surrey remains strong, as we record $1.46 billion in building permit value this last year, surpassing the 10-year annual average. Residential building continues to be resilient, making up for $1.1 billion of the construction value. Industrial building permits were just shy of the record-breaking 2019 revenue, making up for $238 million of total construction. Read More: https://www.surrey.ca//despite-pandemic-surreys-2020-build

Talk about Winter Solstice! Our operations crews are working to clear snow and salt roads based on a priority route system, starting with arterial, major collector, steeply graded roads. Drive with caution, and ensure you have extra time to get around. See where crews are working on the snow plow tracker: surrey.ca/snow... : zeke.vancity (Instagram)

Surrey City Council is back in session tonight at 7:00pm. The meeting will be streamed virtually on our website. Prepare for the livestream ahead of time by reviewing the agenda and related documents.

Experience Historic Stewart Farm this Christmas! This designated heritage site tells the story of a Surrey family from the early 1900s. While the farmhouse itself is closed, visitors can still check out its location at Elgin Heritage Park, as well as take a virtual tour. Start exploring: http://ow.ly/vBqQ50CJsah

32 Avenue Corridor improvements to reduce congestion are coming in 2021. Road improvements from 154 St to 160 St will include 4-lanes and new multi use pathways, improving comfort and safety for people walking, cycling and taking transit. Learn more and share your feedback at surrey.ca/32Avenue

We are already getting excited for springtime, when Hazelnut Meadows Community Park (14069 - 68 Ave) looks this green again! At this park you'll find paved pathways, a 1.6 km nature trail, newer playground equipment, a games court, and picnic areas. The park also features a thriving community garden and wide open spaces. Throughout the year volunteers work hard to remove invasive species from this park so that the native species can thrive. When visiting any of our parks, please be mindful of public health orders, and help keep our parks clean by packing out any waste you bring in.

Our actions have a big impact in the fight against COVID-19. Keep ourselves and our loved ones safe by avoiding non-essential travel saying 'No' to gatherings or visitors socializing with those in your immediate household... connecting online instead of in-person See more

We all need to act now to help stop the spread of #COVID19 and protect our communities. Socialize with those in your immediate household No gatherings or household visitors are allowed Pause travel for recreational or non-essential purposes... Your actions make a difference. Don't take safety lightly.

We’re working to make Surrey (and spirits) brighter this winter and installing lights across the City. Join us by decorating your home in lights and be entered to win a $100 gift card to Surrey Store to Door participating businesses. We’re giving away a gift card each week! How to enter: ... Upload a photo of your festive lights in the comments section of any post related to the contest. Rules: http://ow.ly/896L50Cu0J0

We're hosting online engagements this week about the future of transportation in Surrey for seniors and youth. Register to learn about the Surrey Transportation Plan and provide input on what your transportation needs are. Seniors: Today at 11am http://ow.ly/n89t50CnlDe... Youth: Tomorrow at 7pm http://ow.ly/Nj5D50CnlDt

The Surrey Homelessness & Housing Society (SHHS) has granted the City of Surrey $3.9M to support three capital projects. Funding will cover renovation costs and long-term leases to support the growing needs of people who are at-risk of or experiencing homelessness in Surrey. This is in addition to $600,000 SHHS has granted this year for local COVID-19 response to address emerging housing needs related to impacts of the pandemic. Learn more: http://ow.ly/fo3C50CtEYk

Plant a tree at home and watch it grow! Our annual $20 tree sale is almost sold out. A small quantity of these trees are remain: Paperbark Maple Magnolia 'Yellow Bird' Katsura Choose your tree (up to 3) and a pickup time here: http://ow.ly/mMUL50BRmJr

While our arborists are working hard climbing and pruning trees, please help us by NOT cutting trees on City property. Leave it to the professionals. Street trees need special care to thrive. Our crews prune trees carefully, on a schedule, to ensure they grow strong and healthy. Read more on pruning trees: http://ow.ly/aFRQ50Ce6vI

Next Monday, November 30, at 2pm, the Finance Committee of City Council will host a public meeting to consider the City's draft Five Year (2021 2025) Financial Plans (General Operating, Capital & Utilities). The meeting will be livestreamed, and members of the public will be given an opportunity to provide comments via telephone. View the plans that will be considered, and learn how to tune in from home: http://ow.ly/OKab50CqBFY

We've launched a survey today to collect feedback from residents, business owners and community stakeholders about their current experience and future priorities related to transportation in Surrey. Data from the survey, as well as feedback collected from upcoming online open houses, stakeholder interviews and focus groups, will guide the creation of a new transportation plan for Surrey, which is anticipated to grow by 300,000 people over the next 30 years that’s 50% more than today. Complete the survey at surrey.ca/transportationplan

Pre-register for all pool activities at Surrey Sport & Leisure Complex and follow health protocols in place when visiting the facility.

Better safe, than sorry. If you're feeling sick or experiencing COVID-19-like symptoms, take the cautious route and stay home.

Can anyone guess where in Surrey you can find this structure? Built in approximately 1872 by pioneer Eric Anderson, Anderson Cabin is documented as Surrey's oldest remaining building.

Love nature? Join Surrey’s Natural Areas Partnership (SNAP) team for the next Online Youth Night. Test your nature knowledge with fun trivia, connect with others on some of the best parks to visit in Surrey and get tips on how to gain work experience in the environmental field.

Chalo Baat Karein on Tuesday evenings is a weekly series of online conservations with South Asian parents and professionals. This week, meet school counsellor Aman Sandhu, to address school-related concerns or questions.

It’s migratory season and local birder and wildlife photographer Frank Lin is in action. From October 12-16, join him to explore the birds around our city as he takes over our Instagram account. Follow along at instagram.com/thecityofsurrey/

Illegal dumping is not out of sight, out of mind. But our Large Item Pickup Program can make your unwanted household items of not your problem. Book a free pickup today

Cool masks and elbow bump at our Releaf Tree Planting! We are so proud of our volunteers who planted trees in the past few weeks. These trees will create shade, improve air quality and provide food and shelter for wildlife. Learn more: surrey.ca/releaf

Like it or not, the rainy season is here. Make sure the catch basins in front of your home are clear of leaves, garbage, and other debris to prevent flooding.

Our birding walks are back! The first one is next Saturday, October 17th from 10-11am at Blackie Spit Park. Look for ducks, shorebirds and more while enjoying amazing views of Boundary Bay. Pre-registration required: http://ow.ly/62jq50BNLxt