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16 Oct

A 3-Day Conference Vs A 3-Hour Hockey Game: Linda Annis Challenges Surrey’s $600 Million Arena Plan

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Surrey, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): Surrey First candidate for mayor Linda Annis says a combined conference and performing arts centre at City Centre provides a bigger economic impact than Brenda Locke’s 10,000-seat arena being billed to taxpayers. “A concert or hockey game at the arena is a three-hour visit, while a conference is a three-day event with every delegate worth more than $1,000 in economic impact,” said Annis. “A one thousand delegate conference is worth more than $1 million to our city. The numbers are pretty clear -- a combined conference and performing arts centre outperforms an arena.” Annis said her…

15 Oct

Linda Annis Proposes $555 Million Cloverdale Fairgrounds Redevelopment Plan

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Surrey, B.C. (Richa Walia): Surrey First mayoral candidate Linda Annis has proposed a $555 million redevelopment of the Cloverdale Fairgrounds, outlining a vision to transform the historic site into a major destination for sports, entertainment, exhibitions and shopping. Annis said the 100-acre property has lacked a comprehensive development plan since 1938 and argued that the time has come to unlock its potential. She said the proposal would create new recreational facilities, attract visitors and support businesses in Cloverdale and the wider Metro Vancouver region. The proposed investment includes $350 million for a multi-sport and aquatic centre, $150 million for a…

09 Sep

Linda Annis Calls for Public Disclosure of Taxpayer-Funded Severance Packages

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Surrey, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): Surrey First councillor and mayoral candidate Linda Annis is calling for greater transparency around severance payments made to senior public-sector executives, arguing that taxpayers should be able to see the details when such officials leave their positions. Annis made the comments while discussing the need for greater scrutiny of public spending, pointing to senior executives such as Metro Vancouver’s Jerry Dobrovolny as an example. She argued that severance arrangements involving public funds should not remain hidden from residents once a termination or departure has been announced. Annis Pledges Review of Surrey Spending As part of her…

06 May

DAYLIGHT SHOOTING SHOCKS SURREY, POLICE ‘STRETCHED,’ SAYS LINDA ANNIS

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Surrey ( Rajeev Sharma) : A deadly daytime shooting in Surrey has once again raised alarm over public safety, with Linda Annis warning that the city’s police force is under growing pressure. Annis said the transition to the Surrey Police Service now in its eighth year has faced delays that have slowed recruitment and left officers stretched as violent incidents and extortion cases increase. She also criticized Mayor Brenda Locke over past decisions, including halting hiring and reducing the police budget. Highlighting a significant gap, Annis noted Surrey has about 800 officers compared to nearly 1,400 in Vancouver, despite similar…

06 Sep

Surrey Councillor Linda Annis Officially Launches Mayoral Campaign

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Surrey (Richa Walia): Linda Annis, longtime city councillor has formally announced her candidacy for Mayor of Surrey in the upcoming 2026 municipal election. At her campaign launch this week, Annis unveiled her vision to “get Surrey back on track,” pledging to prioritize public safety, city planning, and major infrastructure projects. Running under the Surrey First slate, Annis emphasized that the city can no longer afford to be paralyzed by divisive debates. She sharply criticized current Mayor Brenda Locke, accusing her of focusing too heavily on the policing transition while other key issues have been left behind. “Keeping Surrey safe has…