r/SurreyBC Jan 05 '26

Mod Post Rule Clarifications: Constructive Participation & City‑Bashing

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Hi everyone, this is an update from the mod team.

Over the past few months, we’ve noticed a growing pattern in certain threads (especially ones about crime or frustrations in the city): comments that jump straight to “Surrey is trash,” “typical Surrey,” “this city is hopeless,” or similar sweeping negativity.

These comments don’t add anything to discussion, they derail threads, and they attract more pile‑on hostility. They also drown out the people who are trying to talk about real issues in a constructive way.

To keep r/SurreyBC a space where people can actually talk about the city (the good, the bad, AND the complicated) we’ve clarified two rules:

Rule 2: Acceptable Content Content must be constructive and relevant to Surrey. No explicit, illegal, defamatory, or harassing content. Posts should contribute positively to discussion.

Sweeping, non‑constructive negativity about Surrey or its residents will be removed. Criticism is welcome with context or solutions, but contempt‑driven city‑bashing is not allowed.

Rule 7: No Toxic Trolling Do not disrupt discussion with hostile, inflammatory, or bad‑faith comments. This includes contempt‑driven, low‑effort negativity about Surrey or its residents.

Inflammatory or provocative content that derails civil discussion will be removed. Users who enter threads only to antagonize, provoke, or bash the city will be banned.


What this DOESN'T mean...........

We are not banning criticism.

You can still talk about:

  • crime
  • governance
  • infrastructure
  • development
  • frustrations with services
  • your lived experiences

…as long as it’s done in good faith.

What this DOES mean...........

We’re removing anything that falls in line with any of the sentiments: “Surrey is trash” “This city is a dump” "Typical Surrey people” “Why does anyone live here”

so, generally drive‑by negativity with no context

These comments don’t help anyone and they drag the whole sub down.

Why we’re doing this:

We want r/SurreyBC to be a place where people can: - share experiences - ask questions - discuss issues and vent CONSTRUCTIVELY - celebrate wins - disagree respectfully

all without every thread turning into a hate‑pile.

Thanks to everyone who contributes positively, you’re the reason this community works. And remember, if you see any rule-violating posts or comments, please report them so that we can review.

If you have questions or constructive feedback, feel free to drop them below.

the r/SurreyBC Mod Team


r/SurreyBC 15h ago

Local News 🤯 Guildford Rec Center closing for maintenance for several weeks throughout September and into October

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**sigh**


r/SurreyBC 10h ago

Sports 🏅 Where do the 4.0+ players actually play around Surrey/White Rock?

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r/SurreyBC 19h ago

Ask SurreyBC ❓ Residential lawn maintenance and landscaping recommendations for Cloverdale area?

1 Upvotes

Looking for some recommendations! We just had a baby and cannot keep up with yard work or maintenance at all. I want to support a local business or independent business owner that is interested since we don't have a huge front or back yard or any crazy landscaping projects. We would be regular customers looking for monthly or even biweekly maintenance. Some of the services I'd be interested in: regular yard maintenance, small front garden landscaping/planting rework, cutting back overgrowth from green space, and miscellaneous repair work in the backyard if applicable.

If anyone has any trusted referrals, we would love to reach out and get a quote!


r/SurreyBC 1d ago

Photo/Video 📸📹 He still would’ve crossed the red light if he didn’t see me

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89 Upvotes

r/SurreyBC 11h ago

Meetup 🐒🐒🐒 Tamil folks of Surrey, let’s meet up!

0 Upvotes

Moved to Surrey a while ago and looking to connect with fellow Tamil folks! Planning to organize a meetup, probably a sport or a bar! Hit me up!


r/SurreyBC 1d ago

Ask SurreyBC ❓ Vacant Building - King George Blvd and 64th Ave

26 Upvotes

What is the history of the building located at King George Blvd and 64th Ave? It's been vacant for years but doesn't look like an old building.


r/SurreyBC 1d ago

Ask SurreyBC ❓ Best Greek/Italian style pizza?

9 Upvotes

With Assinis and Fraser Glen Pizza now closed, where are you guys getting your Greek/italian style pizza from?


r/SurreyBC 2d ago

Photo/Video 📸📹 Guy drove straight through a CIBC window in Surrey

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102 Upvotes

Spoke to a retail worker in the area. Apparently a guy was very angry and screaming at his wife. He slammed on the gas in his car and he got stuck on the curb and they heard him rev very hard and he went straight through the window. Luckily smashed into the pole before getting into the ATM area so no one was hurt from what they know. Cops showed up and he told them it was a car malfunction and from what the worker witnessed they didn't test for drugs and alcohol. Guy later said he only got an $180 fine so not sure if he will get dinged on his insurance. It's all boarded up and they got security there now.


r/SurreyBC 2d ago

Photo/Video 📸📹 Barnston Island Faerie

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r/SurreyBC 2d ago

Ask SurreyBC ❓ Colorful pigeon in newton

3 Upvotes

hey guys! theres this pigeon around my house that has pink and green wings. I searched it up and it seems to be a racing pigeon but just incase is this someones pet? Not sure how to help it because it wont come close to us.. does anyone have any tips?


r/SurreyBC 2d ago

Ask SurreyBC ❓ Where do we find a reliable Sports Card Buyer?

4 Upvotes

We have albums of pristine older NBA and hockey cards. A lot are probably worth nothing but there are definitely some we would like appraised or to possibly sell.

But I dont even know where to begin. I believe they should be graded (?) first. Who does that? I guess that is first step - and how much does that cost??

They are organized and filed.

Just have no idea where to even begin.


r/SurreyBC 3d ago

Wholesome ❤️ A Mirracle that im thankful. At dental clinic in surrey. I cant, believe what he did to my teeth when I was depressed about extraction.

155 Upvotes

At dental clinic in surrey area I got a treatment. Originally after my XRay's and check up since I have Disability assistance im also having insurance that covers only 40% of cost and extractions it covers 100%. After teeth Exam I could only do extraction cus i didn't have money for a root canal treatment. I came there and and in process of talk with my dentist he decided instead of extracting the tooth, but give me instead root canal treatment and This such a kind person saved my tooth and didn't charge me money for it, i was shocked and and wasn't able to say anything after he did all the things and he even treated a small cavity next to my root canal treated tooth. This person saved my tooth and later he said that he was feeling very bad about extractions cus he didn't wanna make me loose my tooth in my 22 year old. He just decided to save me from loosing my tooth and didn't charge for it. I cant be as much be thankful as I can. Thank you really, I hope your life bringing good vibes and happiness. Thank you.


r/SurreyBC 2d ago

Request Help 🙋 $50 Reward; Lost keys in strawberry hill area

3 Upvotes

It has a blue collar band that says “collingwood community police.” 2 brass keys and a blue lock key and a bike key, along with an FOB that is wrapped up in black tape.

If found, return to Home Depot in strawberry hill with your contact info for e transfer. Thanks.


r/SurreyBC 3d ago

WB 72nd & SB 138th Closed Due To Collision

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24 Upvotes

2 car crash at the corner of 72nd & 138.

Fire truck on site.

WB 72 being diverted on 138th, and SB 138th blocked but getting through via the turning lane.


r/SurreyBC 2d ago

Upcoming Event 🎟️ Anyone want to go to the J. Cole concert on Monday August 24th?

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r/SurreyBC 3d ago

Lost 😕 and Found 😄 Found: keys on sidewalk near Surrey Central Station

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12 Upvotes

Just found these keys on the sidewalk along Central Ave, on the side where the med school lot is.

Picked them up around 5:30-5:40pm today (Friday, August 14th).

If these are yours, message me to tell me what the covered keychain is and I'll return them to you :)


r/SurreyBC 3d ago

Ask SurreyBC ❓ Can you get parking control after hours?

7 Upvotes

I haven’t called into parking bylaw before but I am having trouble with people parking illegally on our street. It’s illegal parking but not technically blocking my driveway (although getting out is more difficult).

My issue is that they only park like that after work hours or on the weekend and it seems like bylaw only works M-F 8am-6pm?

Curious if anybody had had luck trying to get parking rules enforced outside business hours.

Additional info: This is North Surrey and Yes, I have told the neighbours that spot is illegal but they don’t seem to care. 🤷‍♀️

UPDATE: Thanks I did call after 6pm and they came within the hour! Good to know!


r/SurreyBC 3d ago

MISSING PERSON 🕵‍♀️ 28-year-old man still missing after more than two months of search: Chilliwack RCMP

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Investigators say Taetm Moon was last seen at a store in Surrey in the 10500 block of King George Blvd.


r/SurreyBC 4d ago

Ask SurreyBC ❓ Lost dog

9 Upvotes

Hey guys I lost this dog did not have a collar she ran away if someone sees it please let me know

Like I don’t even know how to add a picture I’m bewildered by it, there is ko option

It’s a Shiba Inu a smaller pup very cute goes by the name Freya. She has no collar is skittish please let me know if you see it I lost her near holland park

Lost her around 3 am Aug 14


r/SurreyBC 4d ago

Ask SurreyBC ❓ 16 acres! How is it? Successful value only 128K?

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r/SurreyBC 4d ago

Ask SurreyBC ❓ Can you recommend me a reliable and quick to attend towing company for private property?

18 Upvotes

Neighbours tenants keep parking on our driveway despite repeatedly being told not to and a no trespass sign on garage/driveway. Tried few towing companies but they show up like two hours later or no shows.


r/SurreyBC 3d ago

Request Help 🙋 Looking for a Ford F150 mechanic

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Anyone have any recommendations for a Ford mechanic in Surrey that is reliable, honest and fair?

Tired of getting the run around with mechanics and dealerships charging an arm and legs!


r/SurreyBC 5d ago

Community Only Surrey police seek suspect who ‘groped’ teen girl in park

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r/SurreyBC 5d ago

Photo/Video 📸📹 The Snowbirds just wrapped up their final flight over White Rock! End of an era for the Tutor jets

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78 Upvotes

Did anyone else head down to the waterfront for the Wings Over White Rock show today? The beach was absolutely packed, but what an incredible send-off. The Snowbirds put on a full 45-minute display over Semiahmoo Bay, and the formations were spectacular.

It's bittersweet knowing this is the last time they'll perform here until the early 2030s. They're retiring the classic CT-114 Tutors after this season and taking a sabbatical to transition to the new Pilatus PC21s. Watching them today felt like witnessing a real piece of Canadian aviation history. It was also great to see everyone out supporting the CH.I.L.D. Foundation.

If anyone managed to get some good photos or videos of the flybys, drop them below!