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Translation – Explanation and Caution

The electronic translation service on the City of Surrey’s web site is hosted by Google Translate. The quality of the translation may vary in some of the languages offered by Google. The goal of the basic translation is to capture the general intention of the original English material.

Google Translate is a free service and currently offers translation in over 50 languages. Unfortunately, not all the languages spoken in the City of Surrey are translated. Punjabi is one of the languages not currently offered, and to remedy the situation, the City has been in contact with Google and they have committed to making Punjabi available in the future.

The City of Surrey cannot guarantee the quality, accuracy, or completeness of any translated information. Before you act on translated information, the City encourages you to confirm any facts that are important to you and the decisions you make.

The City of Surrey offers interpretation services at all its facilities. If you have a question about the material you read on our web site, we encourage you to stop by a City facilities to discuss it. You can also contact the City at (604) 591-4011 to receive interpretation support.

The City is committed to enhancing the accessibility of its web site to all its citizens, and appreciates any feedback that it receives.

Chinese, Korean, Punjabi, Tagalog, Hindi

Volunteer Development Program

Our Volunteer Development Program offers a wide range of affordable and customized workshops tailored to the needs of our City of Surrey volunteer team.

These workshops will help you build your resume and learn new skills that will assist you in your role as a volunteer as well as your personal or professional life. 

Upon completion of 3 or more workshops and 14 hours of volunteer experience  with our Parks, Recreation and Culture Department, you can request a Volunteer Development Program certificate.

To be eligible to register for these workshops, you must be an accepted Surrey Parks, Recreation and Culture volunteer. Learn about the volunteer application process and sign up to get access.


Upcoming workshops

Communicating Through Conflict - $14.50

Learn time-tested approaches that help defuse situations, increase communication and shift the focus form conflict to problem solving.  14yrs+

4283828     W     May 2     5:30pm-8:30pm             City Centre Library


Emergency First Aid & CPR C  - $30.00

Learn basic first aid techniques and the skills needed to recognize and respond to cardiovascular and choking emergencies for adult, child and infant. (CPR Level C) Includes injury management, personal scene safety and AED (Automatic External Defibrillator). Red Cross certificate issued (3 year expiry). 14yrs+

4283942     Sa     May 5       9:00am-5:00pm         Sport & Leisure Arenas


High Five – Principles of Healthy Child Development - $30.00

Designed for people that provide direct leadership to children (age 6-12) across a broad spectrum of programs, this session provides participants with an approach that ensures a healthy experience for each child. 14yrs+

4285212     F     Jun 8         9:00am-5:00pm         Guildford Recreation Centre
4285213     Sa   Jun 9         9:00am-5:00pm         Guildford Recreation Centre


Community workshops- everyone welcome

Discover Surrey - FREE

Explore everything Surrey has to offer! You'll learn about the history of our diverse City and find out why Surrey is a great place to live, work and play. Co-sponsored with Tourism Surrey (Website. New window) 14yrs+
4284531         Sa       Jun 16        9:00am-12:00pm      Surrey Nature Centre


Introduction to Public Speaking  - FREE

Gain confidence while learning how to improve your public speaking and leadership skills. Topics include speech organization, using gestures, eye contact, humour and overall delivery. Co-sponsored with Toastmasters (Website. New window). 14yrs+
4290556         T         May 29     5:30pm-8:30pm         Semiahmoo Library


Emergency Preparedness - FREE

Get ready for an emergency, this course will assist you in being personally prepared at home, work or school. Learn how to identify the risks in your home and find out how to make your own emergency preparedness kit.14yrs.+
4286252         Tu         May 22     6:00pm-7:30pm         Fleetwood Library


Register at www.register.surrey.ca or call 604 501-5100.