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.
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
The provincial film and television tax credit is for eligible corporations that produce eligible film or video productions in B.C.
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.
Check out just some of the Surrey locations that have been used for filming over the years
B.C. has an experienced and highly accredited workforce
Surrey's Film Office will work with your production to meet your needs
Find out more about the fees to film in Surrey
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.
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.