• One of the fastest growing major cities in Canada
• Largest city in British Columbia's Lower Mainland and the second largest in population with over 460,000 people
• Located in the picturesque Fraser Valley
• With 317 square kilometers, over 6,000 acres of parkland, the vibrant and green City of Surrey is also called the “City of Parks”.
• Strategically located at the crossroads of the Pacific Rim, Greater Vancouver, and the United States.
• Less than 35 minutes away from Vancouver by Skytrain rapid transit.
• In Surrey you pay 5% GST (Federal tax) and/or 7% PST (Provincial tax) on many goods and services. There is also a 10% tax charged on accomedation and on liquor at pubs and restaurants.

• Average summer temperature 22C (+72F)
• Average winter temperature 5C (+42F)
• Average annual rainfall 1050mm (41in.)
• Lowest annual rainfall in the Greater Vancouver area

Surrey is a diverse multi ethnic community with people coming from many walks of life. While you may find many different languages spoken in Surrey, with most of the population speaking English as their first or second language.
In addition services by the Canadian Federal government are provided in both English and French.