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604.501.5100   WINTER 2017
Arts &General Interest
Boeing Factory Tour + Amtrak
(USA)
Enjoy a scenic water-view ride on the comfortable Amtrak
train from Bellingham to Everett, then tour the largest
building in the world by volume ~ The Boeing Company.
On the guided tour you’ll see airplanes in various stages
of flight test and manufacture for airline customers around
the world. Includes buffet lunch at the Golden Corral.
Activity Level: Moderate
1 session Non Member $134/Member $129
4514702 Tuesday, January 31
FLEETWOOD Depart 6:00am Return 5:45pm
CLOVERDALE Depart 6:15am Return 5:30pm
SOUTH Depart 6:45am Return 5:00pm
Seniors Snowshoeing
If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Beginners are
welcome on this winter wonderland adventure at Cypress
Mountain. Enjoy a 2 hour snowshoe walk led by an
experienced trail guide who will share the rich cultural
and natural history of Hollyburn Ridge. We will make a one
hour stop at the rustic Hollyburn Lodge to enjoy lunch and
a warm drink followed by an hour of free time to enjoy the
view at First Lake or continue snowshoeing until you are
escorted down the 20 minute trail back to the Nordic Area
for departure.
Activity Level: Moderate
1 session Non Member $114/Member $109
4514237 Monday, January 23
NEWTON* Depart 8:00am Return 5:15pm
CHUCK Depart 8:30am Return 4:45pm
GUILDFORD Depart 8:45am Return 4:30pm
Northwest Flower & Garden Show
(USA)
The Washington State Convention Centre in Seattle hosts
The 2017 Northwest Flower and Garden Show. Take 4
hours free time to explore six acres of flowers, plants,
gardens, exhibits, seminars and many other features.
Includes dinner at the Outback Steakhouse in Burlington.
Activity Level: Easy
1 session Non Member $124/Member $119
4514703 Thursday, February 23
FLEETWOOD Depart 8:00am Return 9:00pm
CLOVERDALE Depart 8:15am Return 8:45pm
SOUTH Depart 8:45am Return 8:15pm
Amazing Dogs Show
Experience three distinctly different dog shows at the 2017
Pet Lovers Show at Tradex Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford
followed by free time to browse the exhibits including
displays of domestic and exotic pets. You’ll be amazed by
the performances displaying skills from speed and agility
to detection to assistance. Includes admission, reserved
seating and a delicious lunch at Bow & Stern Restaurant
in Abbotsford.
Activity Level: Easy
1 session Non Member $104/Member $99
4514238 Monday, February 26
NEWTON* Depart 9:45am Return 5:45pm
CHUCK Depart 10:15am Return 5:15pm
GUILDFORD Depart 10:30am Return 5:00pm
Robert Bateman Centre + Victoria’s
Inner Harbour
Robert Bateman Centre displays the definitive collection
of his work including paintings, drawings, sculptures,
etchings, and lithographs providing a refreshing and
inspiring view of our natural and man-made heritage –
45 minute guided tour led by a Bateman expert. Includes
lunch at the Parliament Buildings Legislative Dining Room,
an optional guided tour of the Parliament Buildings and
afternoon free time to explore Victoria’s Inner Harbour.
Activity Level: Easy
1 session Non Member $144/Member $139
4514239 Monday, March 20
GUILDFORD Depart 6:45am Return 8:00pm
CHUCK Depart 7:00am Return 7:45pm
NEWTON* Depart 7:30am Return 7:30pm
Shangri-La + West Coast Express
Experience an exceptional three course lunch at
Vancouver’s prestigious Shangri-La Hotel. Following lunch
visit The Jack Poole Plaza featuring landmarks: Olympic
Cauldron, Digital Orca Sculpture, Drop Sculpture followed
by free time to stroll the seawall. Finish the day on the
West Coast Express travelling from downtown Vancouver
along the waterfront on Burrard Inlet to Port Moody and
ending in Mission City where a warm bus awaits.
Activity Level: Easy
1 session Non Member $134/Member $129
4514704 Tuesday, March 28
FLEETWOOD Depart 9:45am Return 6:00pm
CLOVERDALE Depart 10:00am Return 6:15pm
SOUTH Depart 10:30am Return 6:45pm
Bus Trips Brought to you by Enjoy Tour & Travel
Day long bus trips that offer a variety of locations and experiences.
Site-specific or City-Wide Seniors Membership required to receive the member price.
TRIPS TO USA: Boeing Factor + Amtrak, Northwest
Flower & Garden Show
A valid Canadian passport, Nexus-pass, chip-enhanced
driver’s license or chip-enhanced BCID is required to
cross US border. Participant is responsible for own
medical insurance and to ensure they have proper
documentation for crossing both the US and Canadian
borders. Anyone with a non-Canadian passport may have
to purchase a Visa to enter the USA for the day or to
re-enter Canada.
FERRY TRIPS: Robert Bateman Centre
+ Victoria’s Inner Harbour
Note: BC ferry passenger fees are included in trip price
only for seniors with proof of BC residency and 65+ years
of age. An additional BC ferry fee (approx. $16 return)
applies to those under the age of 65 and to anyone who
is not a BC resident and is to be paid in cash to the bus
driver. Ferry rates are subject to change.
Safety, Health &Wellness – Seniors are
supported to be active and engaged in their
community and engagement practices are in
place to prevent isolation.
Transportation &Mobility – Seniors have
a range of safe, convenient and affordable
transportation options.
Home – Seniors have access to affordable and
appropriate housing, and support necessary to
remain as independent as possible.
Buildings &Outdoor Spaces – Public places,
outdoor spaces and buildings are designed to be
welcoming, safe, and accessible.
Some of the initiatives of the Age-Friendly
Strategy include Focus on Seniors Forums
and Seminars, workshops, conferences,
the mobile outreach program, and ongoing
education and awareness focusing on the
prevention of elder abuse.
Seniors Advisory and
Accessibility Committee
The purpose of the committee is to provide
networking opportunities for individuals, service
agencies, and organizations working with our seniors,
and further to undertake initiatives to provide
information with regard to the many programs
and services available to seniors through the City
of Surrey and other various service agencies and
organizations.
Focus on Seniors Forums
and Seminars
As part of a series for seniors and their caregivers,
the forums raise awareness of issues impacting
seniors, as well as provide valuable information about
legal, safety, and support resources available to
seniors and their caregivers in Surrey. The Forums
are offered in various languages throughout Surrey.
Age-Friendly Conferences
To celebrate Seniors’ Week and National Seniors
Day we host two annual conferences. These events
provide a medium for continuing awareness and
education for seniors, caregivers and their families.
Various workshops are offered to support an Age-
Friendly City where people enjoy lifelong activity and
engagement.
Mobile Outreach
In an effort to bring resources directly to the
community, these Mobile Outreach sessions are
offered by request within various neighbourhoods
in Surrey. The program is designed to increase
awareness of services and resources and prevent
isolation and abuse.
*The dates and locations of these forums,
programs and workshops are posted at
and are advertised in local
newspapers and at City recreation facilities.
** All sessions require pre-registration