Council approves $1.2M demolition contract for North Surrey Recreation Centre, paving the way for Centre Block development
At Monday’s Regular Council Meeting, Surrey Council approved a $1.2M contract for the demolition of the former North Surrey Recreation Centre.
At Monday’s Regular Council Meeting, Surrey Council approved a $1.2M contract for the demolition of the former North Surrey Recreation Centre. This is a significant step in the development of the much-anticipated Centre Block that includes two high-rise commercial office towers, ground-level retail units, and a vibrant public plaza in the heart of the downtown City Centre.
“Centre Block is more than just a redevelopment project. It will be the catalyst for economic growth, innovation and community engagement in our ever-expanding City Centre,” said Mayor Brenda Locke. “Centre Block will be a vibrant, accessible, and modern urban centre near rapid transit and major transportation routes. It is also a natural extension of the considerable civic investment in the area as reflected in the new City Hall, Library and Civic Plaza and will progress Surrey’s long-term economic interests through advancing a downtown business district.”
Led by Surrey City Development Corporation (SCDC), the project is poised to be a groundbreaking office and institutional complex adjacent to one of the region’s most intensively used transit hubs.
“The demolition of the old North Surrey Recreation Centre will mark the start of a new era for our downtown core,” Locke added. “The redevelopment of the site will set the foundation for the transformative Centre Block project. This milestone project will not only enhance the downtown landscape with new office space and retail options but also foster a sense of community through the public plaza. Centre Block will be instrumental in the continued evolution of Surrey’s City Centre into the region’s second downtown core.”
The former North Surrey Recreation Centre, located at 10275 City Parkway, will undergo phased demolition beginning in early 2025, with an expected completion date of summer 2025. Given the site’s proximity to the SkyTrain line and the Surrey Central bus loop, Arena 1 on the north side of the building will be demolished first, and Arena 2 and Pool will follow. The project will prioritize safety and environmental compliance, including the careful removal of hazardous materials. Traffic control measures and strategic scheduling will be implemented to reduce inconvenience and disruption.
Funding for the demolition contract is available in the approved 2024 Corporate Capital Budget.