Surrey Rising as Canada’s Next Tech & Innovation Hub

Surrey, BC is quickly emerging as Canada’s next tech and innovation hub in 2025. With major investments, a thriving startup ecosystem, and strong academic support from SFU and KPU, the city is drawing attention from entrepreneurs and investors alike. The Health and Technology District now hosts over 200 firms, while projects like City Centre 4 expand lab and office space. Recent federal funding of $9.4 million is fueling local startups, and sectors such as AI, climate tech, and health sciences are gaining traction. Coupled with affordability, connectivity improvements like the Surrey–Langley SkyTrain extension, and supportive city policies, Surrey is positioning itself as a rising leader in Canada’s innovation economy.