Meet Our Partners
Discover how our partners make a difference.
The Environmental Extravaganza wouldn’t be possible without the efforts of our community partners and supporting organizations. They work hard to bring this fun and informative series to you each year. Learn about the incredible work they do in our community.
Community Partners
A Rocha
A Rocha, a local environmental stewardship organization, is committed to transforming people and places through hands-on conservation projects, environmental education programs and sustainable agriculture initiatives.
BC Wildlife Federation
The B.C. Wildlife Federation protects, enhances, and promotes the wise use of the environment for present and future generations through programs like watershed restoration and education, youth camps, hunting and outdoor skills training, fishing for individuals with disabilities, and community volunteering.
Birds Canada
Birds Canada is a non-profit, charitable organization with a mission to drive action to increase the understanding, appreciation, and conservation of birds in Canada. We are built on the enthusiastic contributions of thousands of caring members and volunteer Citizen Scientists.
Burns Bog Conservation Society
The Burns Bog Conservation Society was founded in 1988 with a mission “To protect and sustain Burns Bog’s unique ecosystem for future generations.” In 2004 the Burns Bog Ecological Conservancy Area was established protecting the Bog from development.
Darts Hill Garden Conservancy Trust Society
In 1994, Edwin and Francisca Darts donated their garden full of rare and unusual plants to the City of Surrey. The non-profit Darts Hill Garden Conservancy Trust Society works in partnership with the City of Surrey to preserve and develop the garden.
Fraser River Discovery Centre
The Fraser River Discovery Centre is a non-profit organization with hands-on and interactive exhibits, focusing on celebrating the living, working Fraser River through fun and educational programs.
Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC
The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC is a non-profit organization dedicated to the enhancement and conservation of BC’s freshwater fish resources for the benefit of the public.
Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society
Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society celebrates nature by providing inclusive opportunities in the community to participate in nature themed events, community marine science and habitat enhancement such as invasive removals and plantings.
Friends of Semiahmoo Trail
Friends of Semiahmoo Trail are a group of passionate and dedicated environmentalists from South Surrey committed to preserving the natural beauty and historical significance of the Semiahmoo Heritage Trail.
Green Timbers Heritage Society
The Green Timbers Heritage Society is a registered charity and non-profit that advocates for Green Timbers Urban Forest. Volunteer run, we collaborate with the City of Surrey and Surrey’s Natural Areas Partnership (SNAP) to preserve and enhance this green oasis in Surrey.
Honeybee Centre
Honeybee Centre is a family-run honey farm, store, and educational hub dedicated to delivering unBEElievable experiences while promoting bee education in our programs, store, and community.
Little Campbell Watershed Society
Little Campbell Watershed Society volunteers focus on activities to preserve, enhance, and restore fish, wildlife, water resources and greenspace within the Little Campbell (Tatalu) River watershed.
Metro Vancouver Regional Parks
Regional parks are great places to go for a walk, breathe fresh air and enjoy the beauty of nature. But they’re more than that: they’re part of a larger system that includes regional park reserves, ecological conservancy areas and greenways.
NatureKids BC
NatureKids BC is a nature discovery and environmental action organization that helps children ages 5 to 12 and their families form meaningful and enduring connections with nature through their province-wide club-lead events and opportunities. They also publish NatureWILD magazine, BC’s only home-grown nature magazine for children.
Nicomekl Enhancement Society
Nicomekl Enhancement Society is a volunteer-run conservation organization. We are committed to raising Pacific salmon at our hatchery to release into the Nicomekl river system, improving the natural habitat of salmon, and increasing public awareness about salmon.
Northern Spotted Owl Breeding Program
This project, under the registered charity BC Conservation Foundation, aims to restore BC’s endangered northern spotted owl across their range in BC through captive breeding and release into protected habitats. Additionally, this project offers educational opportunities about the owls and local conservation efforts.
Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (O.W.L.)
OWL is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of raptors (eagles, falcons, hawks, ospreys, owls, and vultures). Our facility and staff are equipped with the unique needs of these beautiful birds, offering them the best chance of recovery.
Parks Canada
Parks Canada protects and manages wild spaces such as mountains and plains, boreal forests and tundra, lakes and glaciers, and much more for visitors to understand, appreciate, and enjoy in a way that doesn’t compromise their ecological integrity.
RegenerateBC
Through our workshops participants learn the science behind climate change, the challenges, and the many proven solutions that are currently available. Our goal is to provide hope and motivation to inspire participants to be part of the solution.
Repair Café
Repair Cafés are about repairing things (together). Visitors bring broken items from home including clothes, furniture, electrical appliances, bicycles, crockery, appliances, toys, et cetera, or lend a hand with someone else’s repair job. Find tools and materials to help you make any repairs you need, as well as expert volunteers with repair skills in all kinds of fields. The Surrey BC Repair Café happens each third Tuesday evening of every month from 6-8:30pm at Guildford Public Library.
Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP)
Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program, also known as SHaRP is a team of post-secondary team leaders and Surrey secondary students that support Surrey’s salmon species through habitat restoration and outreach activities.
Serpentine Enhancement Society
The Serpentine Enhancement Society is committed to enhancing and rebuilding all vulnerable fish species in the Serpentine River and to educating about protecting the health of the river. The volunteers operate the Tynehead Hatchery.
Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society
Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society is a not-for-profit organization composed of local residents and community members who work together to ensure the preservation of the Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park for the benefit of our present and future generations.
Surrey Environmental Partners
Surrey Environmental Partners is a community-based group dedicated to conserving the natural environment in Surrey.
Surrey’s Natural Areas Partnership (SNAP)
SNAP is a unique collaboration between three local non-profit organizations and the City of Surrey Parks Division that share a common goal of bettering our urban forest through environmental education, restoration, enhancement and stewardship. Each partner brings distinct and valuable expertise, resources and perspectives to the partnership, making SNAP a truly extraordinary program.
Surrey Urban Farmer’s Market
The Surrey Urban Farmers’ Market is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood hub in Whalley supporting local farmers, artisans, food producers, crafters and community groups. Embrace community spirit with a memorable shopping experience, while engaging with others and supporting local businesses.
White Rock and Surrey Naturalists
White Rock and Surrey Naturalists endeavour to know nature and keep it worth knowing through education, study and stewardship with such activities as walks, presentations, promotion and care of nature’s spaces. A proud member of SNAP and BC Nature.
City of Surrey Partners
Arts at Clayton Community Centre
Ignite your curiosity. Clayton Arts is a creative hub for performing, visual, and woodworking arts. Come make art with your community.
Community Enhancement
Improve your neighbourhood! From neighbourhood improvement projects to community events and cleanups, there are many ways to get involved to beautify and connect Surrey.
Healthy Communities
Our commitment is to foster active living, encourage engagement, increase inclusivity and build capacity for all members of our community. We support and connect with the community and collaborate with external partners and a number of departments throughout the city.
Historic Stewart Farm
Welcome to one of Surrey’s heritage sites—a gem nestled on Crescent Road along the Nikomekl River—where history comes alive, telling the story of a hardworking Surrey family in the early 1900s.
Surrey Parks
Biodiversity Conservation
This Surrey Park’s team is dedicated to preserving, protecting and enhancing Surrey’s biodiversity, or variety of life, through monitoring, education, restoration and enhancement initiatives and activities.
Park Partnerships
Park Partnerships is a Surrey Park’s team who create low-barrier opportunities in park spaces that foster and strengthen community connections.
Surrey Nature Centre
Nestled beside Green Timbers Urban Forest, the Surrey Nature Centre is a place for kids and adults to explore nature in Surrey.
Urban Forest Stewardship
Urban Forest Stewardship is a Surrey Park’s team who provide hands-on stewardship and nature education opportunities that foster connections and inspire residents to care for and protect our parks and natural areas.
Surrey Libraries
Surrey Libraries is one of the most-used community services in Surrey offering all residents a place to connect, learn, play, and be inspired by providing access to our extensive collection of materials, services, programs, and resources.
Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House
Located in Elgin Heritage Park, Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House is a space to create, learn, and connect to Indigenous cultural and artistic practices in Surrey with programs such as Artist in Residence and other meaningful programs.