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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.
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…
Innovation
Innovation Plaza opens at SFU Surrey campus
Simon Fraser University held its grand opening of the SFU Innovation Plaza in Surrey this week
How a new agritech innovation centre in Surrey is hoping to help with food security
But agritech companies aren't new to Surrey
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
Innovation
Surrey’s Rapidly Growing Green Building Materials and Efficiency Subsector - Part 1
As concerns about climate change and resource depletion continue to grow, numerous factors are fueling the global…
Business Ecosystem
Surrey Consumers Crave Flavor, Flocking to Entertainment and Dining, Eager to Shop Local.
We surveyed a representative group of 1400 consumers to get their impressions of the economy, specifically…
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…
Bringing the World to Surrey: How Garaventa Lift has Built an Accessible Future
Foreign direct investment plays a crucial role in developing vibrant, resilient economies by bringing in new jobs,…
Business Ecosystem
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…
Real Estate
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…
Despite Pandemic, Surrey’s 2020 Building Permit Value Exceeds 10-year Average
Economic confidence within Surrey remains strong, as the City records $1.46 billion in building permit value last…
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.
Real Estate
South Westminster: One of Metro Vancouver’s last developable waterfronts is in Surrey
Changes are coming to Surrey's South Westminster and the City would like to get the public's input
Talent
Surrey is calling: B.C.'s new payment model is a great opportunity for Canadian-trained family doctors
Surrey is a burgeoning hub for healthcare, with access to specialized care and talent
Simon Fraser University celebrates 20 years in Surrey
SFU moving to Surrey City Centre was 'the best decision'
Talent
Surrey Has Technical Talent for the Electric Vehicle Sector
Here in Surrey, we have a strong and diverse talent pool primed to meet the demand for specialized skills in the EV…