Our Culture
Our city is one big community.
It’s a proud feeling to truly be part of creating the world around us. Our city is in the midst of an exciting evolution where change is almost constant. And we all have the opportunity to contribute to the transformation.
Connected to our mission.
It’s only natural we feel a great sense of stewardship in cultivating a progressive, vibrant environment around us that is a safe and healthy place to live and work. Rooted in our Corporate values of community, innovation, integrity, service and teamwork , we honour our fellow citizens, as well as ourselves, through leading-edge approaches to change and sustainability.
Connected to each other.
Diversity, teamwork and inclusion are values that resonate throughout our culture. The City also takes a number of initiatives to promote diversity at every level, including:
- Programs targeting women looking to improve their English language skills
- Encouraging recruitment of women in non-traditional roles
- Park adaptations to encourage intercultural group participation
- The City of Surrey's Multicultural Advisory Committee (MAC) is to enhance multicultural harmony, and strengthen and enhance intercultural cooperation in the City of Surrey
- Partnerships with SDISS (Surrey Delta Immigrant Services Society), PICS (Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society) and Success and Surrey Community Services enabling cross-referrals, translation services and joint promotions
- Only to name a few!
When you embrace your diversity as your strength, the whole of your team is that much greater than the sum of its parts.
Connected to our city.
As residents and employees alike, we take as much pride in our city’s development as we do in being a part of it. One of the ways we stay connected is through building strong relationships with community partners. Each year, for instance, the City of Surrey teams up with the Surrey School District to sponsor a Youth Mentorship program where selected high school students are taught valuable life skills that promote communication and responsibility. In fact, several students have been hired by the City of Surrey upon graduation. It’s an inspiring example of the power of giving back.
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Our people express it best.
“Diversity is important in IT, where rapid technological change is the status quo. Innovative solutions to urgent problems are necessary and diversity ensures various perspectives are brought to the table.”
David
Finance & Technology
“Due to the length of time we spend with co-workers, we begin to understand their cultural backgrounds, appreciate the differences and—in the process—learn how other cultural groups contribute to our social structure and our work teams.”
Jo-Ann
Finance & Technology
“City staff reflect the diversity of the community to better meet the needs of those who live and work in Surrey.”
Sukhi
Parks, Recreation & Culture Department
“I am proud to work within an organization that incorporates, values, recognizes and is sensitive to the diverse makeup of our community. Surrey’s diversity is our strength. Our commitment to it is a beacon for a strong and healthy future.”
Karen
Parks, Recreation & Culture Department
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