UPDATES on five major capital projects were presented to Surrey City Council on Monday. Considerable progress has been made on projects that will significantly expand recreational opportunities and enhance Surrey’s communities.

 “Surrey is in the midst of transformative changes that will benefit our residents for generations to come,” said Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke on Thursday. “The major capital projects listed in the fall update show Council’s commitment to ensuring that civic amenities keep pace with our growth. I would like to thank City staff for their efforts in advancing these critical projects as swiftly as possible.”

* The construction of two sheets of ice is complete, and programming is underway at the Cloverdale Sport and Ice Complex. Construction of a third sheet of ice is expected to begin in the coming weeks, with completion set for the fall of 2027. The third NHL-sized sheet will add 334 seats and dedicated space for a junior hockey team.

* Construction on the expanded Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre is scheduled to begin this month with a completion date in winter 2027. To accommodate the growth in Whalley, the expansion features a second gymnasium, a fitness centre, learning kitchen, arts and culture space and upgrades to seniors programming space.

* Early work for the new Newton Community Centre is expected to begin next year. Pre-construction work is already underway, which includes demolition of existing structures, and environmental and geotechnical assessments. Full facility construction is scheduled to start in 2026. When completed in 2030, the Newton Community Centre will be a 175,000-square-foot signature building that will feature a 50-metre competition pool, a leisure pool, two full gymnasiums and a new library that more than doubles the size of the existing Newton Branch.

* The Newton Town Centre Master Plan is advancing as the City, Surrey City Development Corporation (SCDC) and TransLink look to transform 25 acres of City- and TransLink-owned lands for mixed-use redevelopment. The plan aims to integrate civic, cultural and transit infrastructure, including potential Bus Rapid Transit. The plan is expected to be completed and approved by SCDC’s board by the end of this year. If approved, it would proceed for Council consideration in Q1 2026.

* Firehall No. 6 will be replaced and expanded following the demolition of the existing building to make way for the Surrey-Langley SkyTrain Line. The new firehall is in the early planning stages and is expected to go before Council in Q2 2026, with construction starting in 2027 and completion targeted for 2028.

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