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Contact:  Tara Foslien

Senior Communications Specialist

Office of the Mayor, City of Surrey

604-375-4585

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Laurie Cavan

General Manger

Surrey Parks Recreation & Culture, City of Surrey

604-598-5765



Grand Opening of the Water Playground at Unwin Park

 The community celebrated the offical opening of the new Water Playground at Unwin Park

Surrey, BC - June 11, 2012

• Unwin Park has a rustic theme
• water tower
• water cannons
• multiple in ground spreays
• feature bridge that spans the 'lazy river' and flows though the centre of the playground

                                                    

Quote from Dianne Watts, Mayor, City of Surrey
"The water playground will created lasting memories and fun experiences in parks for many children and will act as a catalyst to help build and strengthen the local community."
"Through the Build Surrey program we are investing in new recreation amenities in each of our town centres in order to provide more opportunties for families to keep healthy and active."

Quote from Councillor Linda Hepner, Chair of the Parks, Recreation and Sport Tourism Committee.

"This spectacular water playground is a welcome addition to the New Community."

About the City of Surrey
As the 12th largest city in Canada and the second largest in British Columbia, Surrey is able to offer visitors a rich blend of diverse landscapes, abundant parks, rich cultural opportunities and superb recreational choices. Our friendly and diverse residents are always happy to make new friends.

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