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Located in British Columbia, Canada, Surrey is a major city and the second most populous city in the Greater Vancouver area, separated from Vancouver by the Fraser River. As a fast-growing urban center in B.C., Surrey is known for its cultural diversity, economic vitality and quality of life.
Surrey has six distinct urban areas: North Surrey, South Surrey, Cloverdale, Whaley, Guildford and Newton. The city's economy is dominated by technology, healthcare, logistics and agriculture, while retaining extensive green space and farmland. Surrey is well served by transit, with the SkyTrain Expo Line extending into the city, connecting it to the Greater Vancouver transit network.
As an education hub, Surrey is home to Simon Fraser University's Surrey campus, Kwantlen Polytechnic University and Surrey College. The city has a strong community focus with over 200 parks, excellent recreational facilities and annual cultural events such as the Surrey Fusion Festival. Its diverse population (including large South Asian, Chinese and Filipino communities) creates a rich cultural scene.
Surrey is experiencing rapid growth with several urban renewal projects underway, including the construction of the city center. With relatively low home prices, quality educational resources and employment opportunities, Surrey is a popular choice for new immigrants and young families, and is recognized as one of the cities with the highest growth potential in Metro Vancouver.
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