Surrey
Which Metro Vancouver mayor are you?
June 13, 2025By: Acting Chief of Apologies and Lawn Signs Metro Vancouver mayors are more than just civic leaders; they’re a cast of characters from a random political sitcom none of us asked to be a part of. Whether they’re beefing with the BC government, filing defamation lawsuits, or being paid in gold bars (probably), these leaders are here to provide solace, so you know you aren’t the only one making questionable life choices. Which Metro Van mayor are you most like? Take this quiz to find out. 1. A scandal breaks out. How do you react? File a defamation lawsuit, hold…
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Hidden Gems: Surrey campus’ secret snacks
October 15, 2024By: Amrit Kamaal, Peak Associate Potato Corner 10153 King George Blvd. K101 $5–20 per serving Rightfully known as “the world’s best flavoured fries,” this Filipino fry joint is my personal favourite for take-out lunch. What makes Potato Corner special is…
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Surrey tenants march to halt demovictions
June 19, 2024By: Hannah Fraser, News Writer On May 27, a rally was held outside Elizabeth Manor, Surrey, demanding the city stop the property’s planned demoviction, in which over 50 families would be evicted. Demoviction, as in demolition-eviction, is “when a landlord…
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Fusion Festival returns to Holland Park
July 27, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer The Surrey Fusion Festival is back in Holland Park this summer on July 22–23. This year’s theme is “Dance Around the World.” Fusion Festival not only provides an opportunity to try various culinary creations, but…
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SFU’s “What’s Next” report outlines their upcoming priorities
July 21, 2023By: Eden Chipperfield, News Writer SFU released their second “What’s Next” report on March 8. The 2023 report provides insight into what the SFU community can expect their faculties to be actively working on. This includes online discussions, and round…
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Let’s Do Breakfast brings free meals to elementary students
February 6, 2023By: Hannah Kazemi, Staff Writer Editor’s Note: The article was updated to reflect there are 70 breakfast programs in Surrey, following an update from Mehra. Originally the article mistakenly noted there were only 27. A group of SFU students started…
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ACORN calls on municipal candidates to act on housing crisis
October 7, 2022By: Pranjali J Mann, News Writer BC Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) is calling for Surrey municipal election candidates to make the issue of affordable housing central to their campaigns. This call to action comes in as…
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Surrey gets new waste reduction and recycling center
October 6, 2022By: Pranjali J Mann, News Writer Since September 9, Surrey residents have had access to a new waste and recycling facility. According to Metro Vancouver’s press release, the new disposal site is “designed to fit in with the community and…
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What Grinds Our gears: Campus vending machines
February 24, 2022By Craig Allan, Peak Associate Much ado has been made about the lackluster food offerings available on campus, but one area that does not receive its share of criticism are SFU’s vending machines. Too often I go to the vending…
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SFU alum Michael Bains discusses inspiration behind his debut novel, “Hooped”
October 4, 2021By: Charlene Aviles, Staff Writer Content warning: Mentions of substance abuse Passionate about telling diverse stories, author Michael Bains published his first book, Hooped, in 2020. The novel is about Jimmy, a high school basketball player from Surrey, and his…
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