SURREY, B.C. – The City of Surrey announced on September 17, 2026 a reservation system for a pilot project offering memorial ash scattering ceremonies at a designated waterfront space at Surrey Public Wharf.
The pilot creates a dedicated area at the wharf where families can hold scattering ceremonies by reservation. The city introduced the booking system to manage use of the space respectfully.
Ash scattering is the ceremonial release of cremated remains, often held at a place of significance to the deceased. Municipal waterfront sites that permit it typically require bookings to avoid conflicts with other park users.
The designated space is part of Surrey Public Wharf on the Fraser River waterfront. The city has not published the reservation fees or the available time slots in its announcement.
Booking details should be confirmed with the City of Surrey before making plans, as the pilot’s terms, availability and any fees may be updated as the program gets underway.
The project is a pilot, meaning the city will assess how it works before deciding whether to continue or expand it. Feedback from participating families will likely shape the program’s future.
What happens next: reservations are now available through the city’s system. Apna News will update this story if the city publishes fee details or expands the pilot.
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(Source: City of Surrey, September 2026)
