Surrey, BC - Welcoming the Film Industry with Open Arms
Surrey is one of the most film-friendly cities in BC, located in the heart of Metro Vancouver, the #1 Film & TV production centre in North America.
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The film industry loves Surrey
Filming in Surrey offers an expedited process, competitive fees, and one-on-one support for your production.
Surrey: Hollywood of the North
sq. ft. of studio space in BC
film permits issued in 2023
Stunning locations
Why film in Surrey
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The provincial film and television tax credit is for eligible corporations that produce eligible film or video productions in B.C.
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Use this interactive map to find information on land, available spaces for rent or for sale, market size, civic amenities, new developments, zoning information etc.
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Check out just some of the Surrey locations that have been used for filming over the years
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B.C. has an experienced and highly accredited workforce
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Surrey's Film Office will work with your production to meet your needs
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Find out more about the fees to film in Surrey
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Provincial Filming Incentives
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The Province of BC offers major tax credits for filmmakers.
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BC’s studio infrastructure features over 2.5 million sq. ft. of studio space ranging from 2,000 sq. ft. to 120,000+ sq. ft.
Provincial Film & Television Tax Credit Programs
Diverse Locations
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Surrey offers stunning scenes, vibrant communities, and world-class facilities.
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Careers in Filming
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Surrey residents in the film industry earned over $105.3 million in 2019 – not only actors, but other specialists like designers, make-up artists, animators, writers and various tradespeople.
Apply to film in Surrey, BC
The Surrey Film Office coordinates all location filming within the city and provides a detailed overview of the process. A team member will work with your team every step of the way to outline a customized plan.