Surrey, BC
City in British Columbia
Canada
Surrey, BC monitors progress toward a zero-carbon city with its Climate Action Tracker
Surrey's Climate Action Change Strategy (CACS) calls for a 45% emissions reduction by 2030 on the way to net-zero operations by 2050. The Climate Action Tracker leads with a graph of recent and current emission levels compared to the 2030 goal. Visuals show the city's progress on CACS initiatives including completed, in-progress, and scheduled projects. Users can also investigate goals and targets in six areas like Resilient 15-Minute Neighbourhoods.
Surrey, BC
Canada
Surrey, BC Urban Technology Test Lab addresses limited field testing capacity for Canadian startups
City officials identified a gap in real-world testing opportunities during the national Smart Cities Challenge. UTTL focuses on startups in priority areas of agritech, robotics, sustainability, and transportation. Selected companies use public facilities and local roadways for pilots of new technology. City employees aid the innovation process with their feedback and expertise. The UTTL website directs applicants to resources like a Site Selector Tool and Innovate BC's Fast Pilot Program.
Surrey, BC
Canada
Surrey, BC SMART Cart outreach pilot seeks improved outcomes for homeless residents
Surrey officials approved a one-year pilot of this program through July 2023. Each SMART Cart team includes a city bylaw officer and a social worker from Lookout Housing and Health Society. Team members work with homeless residents to determine urgent and long-term needs. The program operates daily from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm. Referrals are made to the Surrey Mobilization and Resiliency Table, BC Housing, and other service providers.
Surrey, BC
Canada
Surrey, BC Guaranteed Permitting Timelines program brings greater certainty to permit process
Rezoning permits previously lacking guaranteed dates are now processed in 12 weeks for single-family properties. This initiative created a 16-week timeline for multi-family, industrial, and rezoning projects. Surrey City Council also solidified existing 10-week timelines for single-family and tenant-improvement permits. City officials expedite completed permit applications with extended office hours, streamlined reviews, and an expanded permit portal.
Surrey, BC
Canada
Surrey, BC introduces WALKit Web Map for improved pedestrian experiences by seniors
City officials collaborated with fellow members of the Surrey Intercultural Senior Social Inclusion Partnership Network during the website's development. WALKit Web Map shows all of the paved and natural pedestrian spaces in Surrey. Walkers plan trips that intersect with bus stops, restrooms, and shelters in the tool. Map layers display age-friendly routes and places of interest. The website asks seniors to complete quick surveys of their experiences on paths and sidewalks.
Surrey, BC
Canada
Surrey, BC shepherds local manufacturing shift to protective equipment with Surrey Makes PPE
City officials worked with three local manufacturers to transform production lines early in the COVID-19 pandemic. This concerted effort created a monthly capacity of 800,000 masks in less than four weeks. An online marketplace allows Canadian health groups and government agencies to order protective equipment from Surrey companies. The Surrey Makes PPE website houses a Manufacturer Research Centre with guidelines for companies interested in production shifts.
Surrey, BC
Canada
Surrey, BC develops Biofuel Facility to turn organic waste into renewable fuel and compost
The Surrey Biofuel Facility shifts 115,000 tons of organic waste from the landfill into renewable fuel processing. Organic waste from homes and businesses is turned into renewable natural gas (RNG) and compost. Surrey's RNG-powered fleet vehicles and the downtown District Energy System benefit from steady biofuel production. Compost is used in public parks and sold to private sector buyers. An estimated reduction of 49,000 tons in emissions is achieved each year.
Surrey, BC
Canada