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Surrey is Powering Cleantech Growth by Investing in Electrification
The City of Surrey is home to a cluster of leading companies in BC’s clean technology sector. Supported by people and policy, institutions and infrastructure alike, the fast-growing cleantech ecosystem in Surrey makes it an ideal place to innovate and scale.
Surrey Spending Pattern Series: Growing Retail Market Opportunities in Apparel
In the previous two weeks, we explored Surrey residents' dining preferences for restaurants and dining, as…
Looking at Surrey for a Competitive Edge: Interview with Prospera Credit Union's Ed Michielsen
Below is a summary of our Surrey EconomIQ Insights Podcast, where our guest Ed Michielson, Vice President of…
Surrey Spending Pattern Series: Growing Retail Market Opportunities in Restaurants and Dining
Last week, we looked at Surrey residents' preferences in decking out their homes with furniture and décor.…
The Great Migration: Census Insights with Andy Yan
Below is a summary of our Surrey EconomIQ Insights Podcast, where our guest Andy Yan, Director of Simon Fraser…
Surrey Spending Pattern Series: Growing Retail Market Opportunities in Furniture & Décor
People living in Surrey aren’t shy about getting out their wallets
Future of Sustainable Textile Manufacturing - Interview with JN Alvit
The fashion industry is one of the top 5 toxic industries in the world. Hear from Jude Neale from JN Alvit Canada,…
Future of Manufacturing - Interview with KTech Manufacturing
KTech is now just integrating its first collaborative robot to relieve operators of repetitive tasks
Future of Retail - Interview with INEO Solutions
The increasing integration of technology into retail is both informing and transforming the ways brick-and-mortar…
University of British Columbia acquires $70M in land near Surrey Memorial Hospital
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is expanding in Surrey, with the purchase of 3 acres of land near Surrey…
City of Surrey wins two international awards for economic development programs
The City of Surrey has been internationally recognized by the International Economic Development Council.
Damon Motors’ EV Centre of Excellence breaks ground in Surrey
Damon Motors is breaking ground on their cleantech manufacturing and research & development plant in Surrey
City of Surrey joins the Consider Canada City Alliance as one of the nation’s largest municipalities with a focus on Foreign Direct Investment
In March 2021, the City of Surrey applied to the Consider Canada Cities Alliance
Innovation
Food security and a growing population: What can Surrey do to better help feed the community?
Surrey's population is expected to hit nearly 604,000 by the end of the year
Business Ecosystem
Surrey is one of the top cities in the Americas for FDI
The City is also strategically located, with connections by land, sea and air
Simon Fraser University celebrates 20 years in Surrey
SFU moving to Surrey City Centre was 'the best decision'
Business Ecosystem
Surrey's Resilient Supply Chain and Abundant Talent Pool Signal a Resurgent Canadian Economy
The City of Surrey is home to one of Canada’s most resilient economies. Learn more from the results of our Business…
Real Estate
Surrey Tops List of Best Places to Invest in Real Estate in BC
A new report released today ranks Surrey as the best place for real estate investment in British Columbia.
Talent
Simon Fraser University celebrates 20 years in Surrey
SFU moving to Surrey City Centre was 'the best decision'