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Arbutus Village VR146 - Outdoor Pool

2101 McMullen Ave, Vancouver BC V6L 3B4 · Pool

Official record from Vancouver Coastal →

Inspection summary

Arbutus Village VR146 - Outdoor Pool has been inspected 19 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since May 26, 2015. The most recent inspection, on April 29, 2026, recorded 4 infractions.

None of the 19 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 10 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality and Chemicals and toxic substances.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people using the facility. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly cause illness or injury, such as water that is not properly treated.

  • Pool and spa water qualityHigher risk

    For pools, spas and splash pads, inspectors test disinfectant levels, pH and water clarity, and check safety equipment. Water that is not properly treated can spread skin, ear and stomach infections.

    Recorded 36 times across 16 separate inspections, most recently on April 29, 2026. For example: Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Pool chemicals such as chlorine and acid must be labelled, stored apart from each other and handled safely. Mixing them by mistake can release toxic gas, so storage and handling problems are treated seriously.

    Recorded once on September 15, 2016. For example: Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Pumps, filters, chemical feeders and safety equipment such as lifebuoys, reaching poles and first-aid kits must be present and working. Missing safety equipment can matter a great deal in an emergency.

    Recorded 12 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on April 29, 2026. For example: Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Decks, ladders, fencing, drains, washrooms and signage must be in good repair. Damaged drain covers or broken fencing can be real safety hazards, while most other upkeep issues are lower risk.

    Recorded 7 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on June 27, 2023. For example: Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.

About this data

These results come from Vancouver Coastal Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

19 inspections

  1. Routine Follow-up

    4 infractions

    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • The pool water is not being recirculated at the design flow rate.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • The pool chemical test kit is absent/not in good condition and/or cannot produce accurate readings for required chemical parameters.
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Pool safety plan is not adequately developed.
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of water testing are inadequately recorded.
  2. Routine

    6 infractions

    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • The pool water is not being recirculated at the design flow rate.
    • Adequate safety equipment is provided
      • Pool is not equipped with a reaching assist and/or the reaching assist is made of conducting materials (N/A for pools < 10m²)
    • The operator maintains the pool in good repair.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • The pool chemical test kit is absent/not in good condition and/or cannot produce accurate readings for required chemical parameters.
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Pool safety plan is not adequately developed.
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of water testing are inadequately recorded.
  3. Routine

    2 infractions

    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Total Alkalinity is too low and is not at a level to maintain chemically balanced pool water.
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of water testing are inadequately recorded.
  4. Routine

    1 infraction

    • Pool rules are posted prominently within the pool enclosure
      • Safety rules sign missing, incomplete, or not clearly visible to the public
  5. Routine Follow-up

    2 infractions

    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of water testing are inadequately recorded.
  6. Routine Follow-up

    4 infractions

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
    • The pool disinfectant is properly maintained
      • Chlorine Cyanurate is less than 2.0 ppm at temperature above 30°C
    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • The pool water is not being recirculated at the design flow rate.
    • The operator maintains the pool in good repair.
      • Hot water provided in pool facilities is more than 49°C
  7. Routine

    4 infractions

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Pool does not have a valid permit to operate.
    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • The pool water is not being recirculated at the design flow rate.
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Pool safety plan not readily available to employees.
  8. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
  9. Routine Follow-up

    3 infractions

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • A ground fault interrupter is not functional on the underwater light circuits
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
  10. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
      • Construction or alteration of the pool has occurred without a permit or approved plans.
  11. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
      • Construction or alteration of the pool has occurred without a permit or approved plans.
  12. Routine

    6 infractions

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
      • Construction or alteration of the pool has occurred without a permit or approved plans.
    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Pool does not have a valid permit to operate.
    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • A ground fault interrupter is not functional on the underwater light circuits
      • Floating weir and/or skimmer basket is missing from the skimmer box.
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of water testing are inadequately recorded.
  13. Routine

    3 infractions

    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • A Ground Fault Interrupter is not present or functional on the heat trace and/or underwater light circuits
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Pool safety plan not readily available to employees.
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing are inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH are tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid are tested and recorded at least weekly.
  14. Routine

    1 infraction

    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
  15. Routine

    3 infractions

    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
      • Staff have inadequate knowledge or training for pool operation.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • A cross-connection control device is not present on the make-up water line
    • Adequate pool supervision and/or safety equipment is provided
  16. Routine

    3 infractions

    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
    • Adequate pool supervision and/or safety equipment is provided
      • Pool is not equipped with a throwing ring and/or the rope for the ring is not at least ½ the width of the pool plus 3 metres (N/A for pools < 10m²)
  17. Routine

    7 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • The pool water is not being recirculated at the design flow rate.
    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
      • Skimmer does not adequately draw surface water from the pool.
    • The pool does not present any suction or entrapment hazards to pool patrons
    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
      • Chemicals are stored directly on the floor.
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Employees are not adequately trained according to the Pool Safety Plan.
      • Procedures in the pool safety plan are not being followed.
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing is inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH is tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid is tested and recorded at least weekly.
  18. Routine

    2 infractions

    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing is inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH is tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid is tested and recorded at least weekly.
  19. Routine

    2 infractions

    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
      • Floating weir or skimmer basket is missing from the skimmer box.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • The automatic chlorinator cannot produce a reliable chemical residual.

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