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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

OUR 2011 SPONSORS

 
 

PRESENTING SPONSOR & CELEBRATION DANCE:
Coast Capital Savings Credit Union is one of Canada's largest credit unions with total assets under administration of $12.3 billion, more than 454,000 members and 50 branches in the Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, and Vancouver Island regions of British Columbia. Product innovations include Canada's first free chequing account from a full-service financial institution and the country’s most flexible mortgage product, the You’re the BossTM Mortgage, which was named 2010 Mortgage of the Year by canadianmortgagetrends.com. Coast Capital is a member of Canada's Best Managed Companies Platinum Club and an Imagine Canada Caring Company. To learn more, visit www.coastcapitalsavings.com.
 

WORLD MUSIC STAGE SPONSOR:
Concord Pacific is a developer of multi-phased, master planned residential neighbourhoods that are designed to enhance the lifestyles of its residents. To date, Concord Pacific Place Vancouver and City Place Toronto include more than 20,000 homes, intermixed with parks, schools and a variety of amenities. Park Place City Centre will be Concord’s next great community.
 

BIKE POWERED STAGE SPONSOR:
British Columbia is growing, and so is the need for electricity. BC Hydro is dedicated to fulfilling its goal of meeting 66 per cent of the province's future electricity needs through conservation by 2020. But in order to meet the remaining 34      per cent of this increased demand and continue to ensure a clean, reliable supply of energy, BC Hydro is investing now in the projects that are needed to keep the lights on for British Columbians for the next 50 years.  Learn how you can help by visiting BC Hydro onsite.
 

COMMUNITY STAGE SPONSOR:
Chevron Corporation is one of the world's leading energy companies. In Canada, it has both an upstream subsidiary, Chevron Canada Limited (Upstream), which explores for, develops, produces and markets crude oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids and Chevron Canada Limited (Downstream) which refines, markets and distributes fuels and other energy products
 

COMMUNITY SPONSOR:
Committed to British Columbia’s energy needs, FortisBC provides safe, reliable and innovative energy solutions. The companies that make up FortisBC* deliver more energy than any other utility in the province, approximately 21 per cent of the total energy consumed in BC. We employ more than 2,000 people and serve more than 1.1 million customers in 135 communities. In addition to natural gas, electricity and piped propane, FortisBC develops and designs renewable energy solutions, including district energy and geoexchange, for today and tomorrow.
 

MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY STAGE SPONSOR:
Shaw Communications Inc. is a diversified communications and media company, providing consumers with broadband cable television, high-speed Internet, home phone, telecommunications services (through Shaw Business), satellite direct-to-home services (through Shaw Direct) and engaging programming content (through Shaw Media). Shaw serves 3.4 million customers through a reliable and extensive network. Shaw Media operates one of the largest conventional television networks in Canada, Global Television, and 18 specialty networks including HGTV Canada, Food Network Canada, History Television and Showcase.
 

PAVILION SPONSOR:
WIND Mobile. We are what we believe. We are passionate, focused, and committed to harnessing the power of our customers through the power of our conversations. We'll make it as easy as possible to be a customer. You'll have more control over your mobile experience than you've ever had before. And you'll get all this at a price you can afford.
 

COMMUNITY SPONSOR:
Welcome to the Abbotsford International Airport. You can get anywhere from here! Situated in the breathtaking Fraser Valley region of British Columbia, we’ve been proudly serving the surrounding communities of the Vancouver Lower Mainland for over 30 years.
 

COMMUNITY SPONSOR:
Caring about the community is a Safeway tradition that began with the opening of our first Canadian stores in 1929. Safeway and our 30,000 Canadian employees share a passion for supporting the people and communities that we share. We buy Canadian, demonstrate environmental leadership and donate $15 million annually in charitable contributions.
 

COMMUNITY SPONSOR:
Pepsi is committed to delivering sustained growth through empowered people acting with responsibility and building trust. 
 

COMMUNITY SPONSOR:
As a neighbour in 16 municipalities, Port Metro Vancouver strives to support the economic, social and environmental aspirations of communities in which we operate, with a view to building sustainable futures together.

 
Ambros Constructors specialize in building beautiful custom homes, multi-family and civil engineering projects both in Canada and overseas. With more than two decades of construction, engineering and quality management experience, we understand the importance of a "home" and pride ourselves on creating residences that feature exceptional design, solid construction and quality finishes. At Ambros we emphasize on superior construction, quality control and provide well-built and affordable homes for the discerning buyer. We believe in delivering a quality product, on time and within budget.
The Pink Tour is a province-wide education initiative to encourage women 40 – 79 years of age to take advantage of BC's free screening mammogram program. Currently only 51% of women in BC who should go for a regular mammogram, actually do. According to World Health Organization investigations, if 70% of eligible women went for one, we could reduce the number of deaths from breast cancer by up to one third.
COMMUNITY SPONSOR:
Roma  Furniture, a family run business is one of our success stories.  We now have three stores the largest being in Richmond. The other two are in Surrey and Coquitlam. We are committed to providing excellent customer service and now offer exclusive high end furniture for all ages and preferences. We are committed and passionate, and work hard with strong ethics of honesty and integrity. 
 

COMMUNITY SPONSOR:
PSAC is committed defending access to quality public services, and to social justice through emergency relief funding anti poverty and development work both in Canada and around the world.
 

KIDS WORLD SPONSOR:
The Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association  (previously known as the Whalley Business Improvement Association) was formed in 2003 to facilitate; business improvement, community Economic Development, Business Revitalization and enhancement to the Whalley area. Our goal is to assist businesses and commercial property owners in downtown Surrey build a vibrant, safe and liveable downtown.
   

MEDIA SPONSOR:
Global BC is the most watched news organization in British Columbia.  With 7 ½ hours of local, award-winning news every day and reaching virtually every corner of the Province; we are TV for BC.
 

MEDIA SPONSOR:
With a storied past and an engaging presence, The Province is a bold, edgy and irreverent force in B.C.  For over 110 years, we have been a premier source of news, sports and entertainment.  Published Sunday through Friday, no issue is too big, small or complicated.  If B.C. is your home, The Province is your newspaper. 
www.theprovince.com

 

MEDIA SPONSOR:
The Now- Serving Surrey, White Rock and North Delta. "One Region, One Newspaper, The One To Read." Arriving on 115,000 doorsteps every Tuesday and Friday, The Now has the highest circulation of any community newspaper in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. It's no wonder 83 per cent of all homeowners in the region read the Now.
 

MEDIA SPONSOR:
The Beat plays all your favourite music, gives away tons of free stuff and has the latest gossip and what's happening in Vancity!!

 

MEDIA SPONSOR:
The PEAK is Vancouver's newest radio station playing World Class Rock!  It’s time to love your radio again with artists like Metric, Tegan & Sara, Jack Johnson, Dan Mangan, Mumford & Sons, and many more.  Plus we are the home of the PEAK Performance Project - discovering new talent in BC.
 

MEDIA SPONSOR:
Virgin Radio is Today's Best Mix. Become a Virgin Important Person today at www.virginradio.ca.
 

MEDIA SPONSOR:
RED 93.1 FM is a vibrant Multicultural radio station that celebrates ethnic diversity.   With  latest news, intelligent  talk shows and vibrant music, British Columbia’s #1 South Asian radio station has something of interest for everyone.
RJ1200 plays Top 40 South Asian music from India, Pakistan, UK, US and Canada.   Listen to chart-toppers from the genres of Bollywood, Bhangra, Indy Pop, Hip Hop, Rap and much more.   Stay updated with news, traffic and weather bulletins and stay current with the latest entertainment and lifestyle news.
Sher-E-Punjab Radio AM 1550 has been serving the South Asian community for almost a decade!! South Asian Community's 1st and Only News/Talk Station with interactive open line talk shows, up to date news local/International, traffic reports, sports and few music entertainment programs. BC's most listened to and relaible South Asian News Talk Radio: “Your #1 South Asian Voice”.
CHMB AM1320 has been serving the needs of Vancouver’s Chinese and multicultural communities since 1973. CHMB has delivered to the communities with a variety of superb news, current affairs, as well as informative, educational, and entertaining programming. In terms of local service, CHMB AM1320 supports a wide variety of community, non-profit and charitable organizations in its fundraising efforts and promotional activities. Every effort is made at the station to ensure its programming reflects the diverse cultures and core values of Vancouver’s ethnic communities, fairly and accurately.
 

SOCIAL MEDIA SPONSOR:
Born and raised in Surrey, Rebecca Bollwitt has been blogging about life in Metro Vancouver since 2004 on Miss604.com which was voted “Best Vancouver Blog” by the Georgia Straight for 2009 & 2010, and “Best Local Blog” by The Westender in 2010. Recently named one of BC’s Top 100 Women of Influence by the Vancouver Sun, Rebecca also co-founded sixty4media, a WordPress website development firm, and has co-authored the book, Blogging to Drive Business. Miss604.com is updated daily with community event listings, local history, photography, and contest giveaways.
 

ACCOMMODATION SPONSOR:
Compass Point Inn is a unique full service Surrey hotel offering old world charm with an eclectic collection of art. Stroll through the hotel lobby to Jake's Steakhouse & Lounge for a glass of wine and the finest Pacific Northwest Cuisine. If pub fare is your style head to Amber Jack's Tap House for a great selection of local and import beers and listen to some of Vancouver's best rock acts. For the fitness crowd check out our exercise facility, visit the jacuzzi, or book a massage in our Spa.
 

INFORMATION BOOTH SPONSOR:
Tourism Surrey promotes Surrey to meeting and convention planners, sports planners and the leisure travel market.  Our goal is to increase awareness of tourism opportunities in Surrey and to increase the number of visitor and overnight stays in our community
 

PRINT SPONSOR:
The Logic Group is committed to helping you stand out against the competition. Whether it’s your stationery package, marketing materials, promotional products, or apparel, we have the tools, knowledge, and experience to make your business shine. At The Logic Group we pay meticulous attention to every detail of your project, keeping you updated at every step. We reward this trust by performing at 110% every time.
 

COMMUNITY SPONSOR:
Budget Car and Truck Rental is the place go when you need to rent a vehicle for that road trip or a van for your next move.