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Calahoo General Store - Food

25 - 54500 Range Road 275 Sturgeon County AB T8R 1Z1 · Food - General

10 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Mar 5, 2026***There were food related items (equipment, single service containers, disposable cups) stored on the floor of the smaller storage area.There was no food observed on the floor.Nov 28, 2025***There was food and food related items being stored on the floor of the small dry storage room.Aug 20, 2025No significant improvements tot he small storage area.July 25, 2025Operator showed the dry storage room that had much of the food containers and single service items stored up off the floor. There was still a small amount of food and food storage items present on the floor that needed to be put up off the floor.REPEAT***There was food and food related items stored on the floor of the smaller storage area.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Mar 5, 2026No change.Nov 28, 2025***The floor in the walk in cooler had missing/damaged tiles in the doorway and in the middle of the floor. Operator indicated they would be painted at the same time. Discussed that the finishes were to be smooth, cleanable, durable and in good repair during the inspection.Aug 20, 2025No change, the walk in cooler floor still had unfinished, uncleanable wood present.July 9 2025***The walk in cooler floor was in disrepair. Finishes in food areas (including storage areas) are to be maintained in a good state of repair and in a condition that can be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.Jun 2025***The floors in the walk in cooler were in disrepair and could not be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Mar 5, 2026Much of the floor in the large storage area had been painted. There were still some high traffic areas left to be done.Nov 28, 2025***The unfinished floor for the large storage area in the back had not been finished in a manner that was smooth, cleanable and in good repair. Operators had indicated that they were planning on completing this in January or February 2026.Aug 20, 2025The painted wooden floor in the large back storage area (by the walk in cooler and freezer) was not finished in a cleanable condition, the finishing appears to have worn off and the underlying wood is exposed.July 9 2025***the painted floor in the larger back storage area had worn off and the wood underneath was exposed. This bare wood cannot be cleaned or maintained in a cleanable condition.Jun 2025***The floor in the large storage area (south east) is not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. the finishes had come off and bare wood was exposed. Ensure that the area is finishes and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Mar 5, 2026***The door of the walk in freezer was discussed and the operator indicated the accumulation of soilage on the door was a result of the sticky residue of tape. Discussed options for removal or sealing it in to create a cleanable finish.Nov 28, 2025***The exterior door of the walk in freezer was not clean or sanitary at the time of inspection.Aug 20, 2025The exterior walk in freezer door was not being maintained in a clean condition.July 16, 2025 Repeat***There was an accumulation of dirt on the exterior of the walk in freezer doors. Ensure that all surfaces are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Mar 5, 2026***There were unpackaged cups and other food items still stored on the floor and the area could not be checked for evidence of vermin.Nov 28, 2025***There was food and food related items being stored on the floor of the small dry storage room. The edges of the room were not visible due to the placement and number of items being stored in the floor.Aug 20, 2025The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be checked for evidence of vermin along the walls of the room.July 9 2025***The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be easily cleaned or checked for evidence of vermin.Jun 2025***there was an accumulation of items present in the smaller storage area that prevented cleaning and visibility for checking for vermin.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Nov 28, 2025***There was food and food related items being stored on the floor of the small dry storage room.Aug 20, 2025No significant improvements tot he small storage area.July 25, 2025Operator showed the dry storage room that had much of the food containers and single service items stored up off the floor. There was still a small amount of food and food storage items present on the floor that needed to be put up off the floor.REPEAT***There was food and food related items stored on the floor of the smaller storage area.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Nov 28, 2025***There were a large number of food items being stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. Food is to be stored on shelves at least 6 inches (15cm) off the floor.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Nov 28, 2025***The pest control records were not available for review during the inspection.Aug 20, 2025No pest monitoring records were observed during this inspection.July 9 2025***The pest control records were not available for review. Discussed and historically they had a company come in who had not been finding anything except the occasional mouse. Sent a link to the self monitoring pest control records that they could complete monthly. Discussed that if they found evidence of vermin then a pest control company would have to be called out to eliminate the vermin as facility operators cannot apply the baits.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • Nov 28, 2025***An approved food safety certificate could not be produced for a person in care and control of the facility. Aug 20, 2025Operator indicated they were still in the process of completing the food safety certificate. Ensure certificate is provided to the PHI for the file once completed.Jul 9 2025***operator was in the process of getting a food safety certification course completed by staff.Jun 2025***Additional food safety training is required or procedures are to be documented and put in place to ensure safe food handling.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Nov 28, 2025***The floor in the walk in cooler had missing/damaged tiles in the doorway and in the middle of the floor. Operator indicated they would be painted at the same time. Discussed that the finishes were to be smooth, cleanable, durable and in good repair during the inspection.Aug 20, 2025No change, the walk in cooler floor still had unfinished, uncleanable wood present.July 9 2025***The walk in cooler floor was in disrepair. Finishes in food areas (including storage areas) are to be maintained in a good state of repair and in a condition that can be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.Jun 2025***The floors in the walk in cooler were in disrepair and could not be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Nov 28, 2025***The unfinished floor for the large storage area in the back had not been finished in a manner that was smooth, cleanable and in good repair. Operators had indicated that they were planning on completing this in January or February 2026.Aug 20, 2025The painted wooden floor in the large back storage area (by the walk in cooler and freezer) was not finished in a cleanable condition, the finishing appears to have worn off and the underlying wood is exposed.July 9 2025***the painted floor in the larger back storage area had worn off and the wood underneath was exposed. This bare wood cannot be cleaned or maintained in a cleanable condition.Jun 2025***The floor in the large storage area (south east) is not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. the finishes had come off and bare wood was exposed. Ensure that the area is finishes and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Nov 28, 2025***The exterior door of the walk in freezer was not clean or sanitary at the time of inspection.Aug 20, 2025The exterior walk in freezer door was not being maintained in a clean condition.July 16, 2025 Repeat***There was an accumulation of dirt on the exterior of the walk in freezer doors. Ensure that all surfaces are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Nov 28, 2025***There was food and food related items being stored on the floor of the small dry storage room. The edges of the room were not visible due to the placement and number of items being stored in the floor.Aug 20, 2025The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be checked for evidence of vermin along the walls of the room.July 9 2025***The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be easily cleaned or checked for evidence of vermin.Jun 2025***there was an accumulation of items present in the smaller storage area that prevented cleaning and visibility for checking for vermin.
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    9 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Nov 28, 2025***There was food and food related items being stored on the floor of the small dry storage room.Aug 20, 2025No significant improvements tot he small storage area.July 25, 2025Operator showed the dry storage room that had much of the food containers and single service items stored up off the floor. There was still a small amount of food and food storage items present on the floor that needed to be put up off the floor.REPEAT***There was food and food related items stored on the floor of the smaller storage area.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Nov 28, 2025***There were a large number of food items being stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. Food is to be stored on shelves at least 6 inches (15cm) off the floor.
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • Nov 28, 2025***There were three large (946mL) containers of perishable International Delight Creamers (Hazelnut, French Vanilla and Peppermint Mocha) out at room temperature. Product temperature ranged from 12C to 18C. Manufacturer's instructions are to keep refrigerated. Operators indicated they would take it home and use up. Discussed that perishable products are to be stored in the cooler or kept below 4C at all times.***There were 10 individual packets of Lactantia Creamers were on a thawed and warm ice pack and had a temperature of 24C. These were also labeled keep refrigerated and to be kept below 4C.Operator removed all from the counter during the inspection.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Nov 28, 2025***The pest control records were not available for review during the inspection.Aug 20, 2025No pest monitoring records were observed during this inspection.July 9 2025***The pest control records were not available for review. Discussed and historically they had a company come in who had not been finding anything except the occasional mouse. Sent a link to the self monitoring pest control records that they could complete monthly. Discussed that if they found evidence of vermin then a pest control company would have to be called out to eliminate the vermin as facility operators cannot apply the baits.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • Nov 28, 2025***An approved food safety certificate could not be produced for a person in care and control of the facility. Aug 20, 2025Operator indicated they were still in the process of completing the food safety certificate. Ensure certificate is provided to the PHI for the file once completed.Jul 9 2025***operator was in the process of getting a food safety certification course completed by staff.Jun 2025***Additional food safety training is required or procedures are to be documented and put in place to ensure safe food handling.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Nov 28, 2025***The floor in the walk in cooler had missing/damaged tiles in the doorway and in the middle of the floor. Operator indicated they would be painted at the same time. Discussed that the finishes were to be smooth, cleanable, durable and in good repair during the inspection.Aug 20, 2025No change, the walk in cooler floor still had unfinished, uncleanable wood present.July 9 2025***The walk in cooler floor was in disrepair. Finishes in food areas (including storage areas) are to be maintained in a good state of repair and in a condition that can be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.Jun 2025***The floors in the walk in cooler were in disrepair and could not be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Nov 28, 2025***The unfinished floor for the large storage area in the back had not been finished in a manner that was smooth, cleanable and in good repair. Operators had indicated that they were planning on completing this in January or February 2026.Aug 20, 2025The painted wooden floor in the large back storage area (by the walk in cooler and freezer) was not finished in a cleanable condition, the finishing appears to have worn off and the underlying wood is exposed.July 9 2025***the painted floor in the larger back storage area had worn off and the wood underneath was exposed. This bare wood cannot be cleaned or maintained in a cleanable condition.Jun 2025***The floor in the large storage area (south east) is not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. the finishes had come off and bare wood was exposed. Ensure that the area is finishes and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Nov 28, 2025***The exterior door of the walk in freezer was not clean or sanitary at the time of inspection.Aug 20, 2025The exterior walk in freezer door was not being maintained in a clean condition.July 16, 2025 Repeat***There was an accumulation of dirt on the exterior of the walk in freezer doors. Ensure that all surfaces are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Nov 28, 2025***There was food and food related items being stored on the floor of the small dry storage room. The edges of the room were not visible due to the placement and number of items being stored in the floor.Aug 20, 2025The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be checked for evidence of vermin along the walls of the room.July 9 2025***The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be easily cleaned or checked for evidence of vermin.Jun 2025***there was an accumulation of items present in the smaller storage area that prevented cleaning and visibility for checking for vermin.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Aug 20, 2025No significant improvements tot he small storage area.July 25, 2025Operator showed the dry storage room that had much of the food containers and single service items stored up off the floor. There was still a small amount of food and food storage items present on the floor that needed to be put up off the floor.REPEAT***There was food and food related items stored on the floor of the smaller storage area.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Aug 20, 2025No pest monitoring records were observed during this inspection.July 9 2025***The pest control records were not available for review. Discussed and historically they had a company come in who had not been finding anything except the occasional mouse. Sent a link to the self monitoring pest control records that they could complete monthly. Discussed that if they found evidence of vermin then a pest control company would have to be called out to eliminate the vermin as facility operators cannot apply the baits.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • Aug 20, 2025Operator indicated they were still in the process of completing the food safety certificate. Ensure certificate is provided to the PHI for the file once completed.Jul 9 2025***operator was in the process of getting a food safety certification course completed by staff.Jun 2025***Additional food safety training is required or procedures are to be documented and put in place to ensure safe food handling.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Aug 20, 2025No change, the walk in cooler floor still had unfinished, uncleanable wood present.July 9 2025***The walk in cooler floor was in disrepair. Finishes in food areas (including storage areas) are to be maintained in a good state of repair and in a condition that can be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.Jun 2025***The floors in the walk in cooler were in disrepair and could not be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Aug 20, 2025The painted wooden floor in the large back storage area (by the walk in cooler and freezer) was not finished in a cleanable condition, the finishing appears to have worn off and the underlying wood is exposed.July 9 2025***the painted floor in the larger back storage area had worn off and the wood underneath was exposed. This bare wood cannot be cleaned or maintained in a cleanable condition.Jun 2025***The floor in the large storage area (south east) is not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. the finishes had come off and bare wood was exposed. Ensure that the area is finishes and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Aug 20, 2025The exterior walk in freezer door was not being maintained in a clean condition.July 16, 2025 Repeat***There was an accumulation of dirt on the exterior of the walk in freezer doors. Ensure that all surfaces are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Aug 20, 2025The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be checked for evidence of vermin along the walls of the room.July 9 2025***The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be easily cleaned or checked for evidence of vermin.Jun 2025***there was an accumulation of items present in the smaller storage area that prevented cleaning and visibility for checking for vermin.
  5. Risk Management Inspection

    9 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • ***The sanitizer in the labeled spray bottle was not being maintained at an effective 100ppm.Sanitizer concentration is to be checked daily and changed often enough to maintain an effective 100ppm solution.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • July 25, 2025Operator showed the dry storage room that had much of the food containers and single service items stored up off the floor. There was still a small amount of food and food storage items present on the floor that needed to be put up off the floor.REPEAT***There was food and food related items stored on the floor of the smaller storage area.
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • ***The perishable cream being stored in the insulated containers was not being maintained at a temperature of less than 4C. The temperatures were 15C and 16C. When discussed with the operator she threw both containers out in the garbage and indicated they would no longer be serving coffee.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • July 9 2025***The pest control records were not available for review. Discussed and historically they had a company come in who had not been finding anything except the occasional mouse. Sent a link to the self monitoring pest control records that they could complete monthly. Discussed that if they found evidence of vermin then a pest control company would have to be called out to eliminate the vermin as facility operators cannot apply the baits.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • Jul 9 2025***operator was in the process of getting a food safety certification course completed by staff.Jun 2025***Additional food safety training is required or procedures are to be documented and put in place to ensure safe food handling.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • July 9 2025***The walk in cooler floor was in disrepair. Finishes in food areas (including storage areas) are to be maintained in a good state of repair and in a condition that can be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.Jun 2025***The floors in the walk in cooler were in disrepair and could not be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • July 9 2025***the painted floor in the larger back storage area had worn off and the wood underneath was exposed. This bare wood cannot be cleaned or maintained in a cleanable condition.Jun 2025***The floor in the large storage area (south east) is not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. the finishes had come off and bare wood was exposed. Ensure that the area is finishes and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • July 16, 2025 Repeat***There was an accumulation of dirt on the exterior of the walk in freezer doors. Ensure that all surfaces are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • July 9 2025***The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be easily cleaned or checked for evidence of vermin.Jun 2025***there was an accumulation of items present in the smaller storage area that prevented cleaning and visibility for checking for vermin.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    9 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • REPEAT***There was food and food related items stored on the floor of the smaller storage area.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • July 9, 2025***Appropriate test strips were not available for the sanitizer being used.June 2025***The chlorine test papers did not have the measurement range to check for an effective sanitizer solution. The strips topped out measuring 10ppm. Sanitizing solution is to be maintained at 100ppm.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • July 9 2025***The pest control records were not available for review. Discussed and historically they had a company come in who had not been finding anything except the occasional mouse. Sent a link to the self monitoring pest control records that they could complete monthly. Discussed that if they found evidence of vermin then a pest control company would have to be called out to eliminate the vermin as facility operators cannot apply the baits.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • Jul 9 2025***operator was in the process of getting a food safety certification course completed by staff.Jun 2025***Additional food safety training is required or procedures are to be documented and put in place to ensure safe food handling.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • ***The washroom door was open. There was a bread slicer just outside. Discussed that the signage previously put up was not effective in ensuring that the door remained closed. A self closing device was needed.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • July 9 2025***The walk in cooler floor was in disrepair. Finishes in food areas (including storage areas) are to be maintained in a good state of repair and in a condition that can be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.Jun 2025***The floors in the walk in cooler were in disrepair and could not be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • July 9 2025***the painted floor in the larger back storage area had worn off and the wood underneath was exposed. This bare wood cannot be cleaned or maintained in a cleanable condition.Jun 2025***The floor in the large storage area (south east) is not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. the finishes had come off and bare wood was exposed. Ensure that the area is finishes and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • July 16, 2025 Repeat***There was an accumulation of dirt on the exterior of the walk in freezer doors. Ensure that all surfaces are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • July 9 2025***The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be easily cleaned or checked for evidence of vermin.Jun 2025***there was an accumulation of items present in the smaller storage area that prevented cleaning and visibility for checking for vermin.
  7. Risk Management Inspection

    12 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • July 9, 2025***A ready to use food grade sanitizer solution with an effective concentration in an accurately labeled container is required when food handling is occurring.Jun 2025***There was no sanitizer solution present. Staff was doing food handling without an effective sanitizer solution. Discussed that a chlorine solution of 100ppm would be effective.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • REPEAT***There was food and food related items stored on the floor of the smaller storage area.
    • 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
      • July 09, 2025***Food grade sanitizer is to be present. Discussed that the 5 to 10 minute contact time and the requirement to rinse off after use for food contact surfaces indicated it was not food grade despite having been bought from a food supplier. Regular bleach with no additives is considered an acceptable food grade sanitizer (no lemon scent, no splashless, no colour guard, no fabric protection, etc.) June 2025***The bleach concentrate present had fabric Guard present and other non food grade additives. Ensure food grade bleach is used for sanitizing food contact surfaces (no fabric protection, no colour guard, no lemon scent, no splashless etc).
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • July 9, 2025***Cream and the large container of International Delight creamer were stored at room temperature. Discussed options to ensure that the perishable products were maintained at refrigeration temperatures.Jun 2025***There was perishable international delight creams and Lactantia creams that were being stored at room temperature. Discussed options product was to be kept in ice baths, in a cooler or otherwise kept below 4C.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • July 9, 2025***Appropriate test strips were not available for the sanitizer being used.June 2025***The chlorine test papers did not have the measurement range to check for an effective sanitizer solution. The strips topped out measuring 10ppm. Sanitizing solution is to be maintained at 100ppm.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • July 9, 2025***A paper towel dispenser stocked by the hand sink (was on order through amazon).Jun 2025***the paper towels are to be in a dispenser by the hand sink to prevent contamination and encourage hand washing.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • July 9 2025***The pest control records were not available for review. Discussed and historically they had a company come in who had not been finding anything except the occasional mouse. Sent a link to the self monitoring pest control records that they could complete monthly. Discussed that if they found evidence of vermin then a pest control company would have to be called out to eliminate the vermin as facility operators cannot apply the baits.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • Jul 9 2025***operator was in the process of getting a food safety certification course completed by staff.Jun 2025***Additional food safety training is required or procedures are to be documented and put in place to ensure safe food handling.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • July 9 2025***The walk in cooler floor was in disrepair. Finishes in food areas (including storage areas) are to be maintained in a good state of repair and in a condition that can be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.Jun 2025***The floors in the walk in cooler were in disrepair and could not be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • July 9 2025***the painted floor in the larger back storage area had worn off and the wood underneath was exposed. This bare wood cannot be cleaned or maintained in a cleanable condition.Jun 2025***The floor in the large storage area (south east) is not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. the finishes had come off and bare wood was exposed. Ensure that the area is finishes and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • ***There was an accumulation of dirt on the exterior of the walk in cooler and freezer doors. Ensure that all surfaces are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • July 9 2025***The smaller storage area had food related items on the floor and could not be easily cleaned or checked for evidence of vermin.Jun 2025***there was an accumulation of items present in the smaller storage area that prevented cleaning and visibility for checking for vermin.
  8. Monitoring Inspection

    17 infractions

    • 03. Is all food in this facility fit for human consumption and not unwholesome, spoiled, or adulterated?
      • ***There was expired milk present (JN 24). Discussed with staff who indicated she would be throwing it out.
    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • ***There was no sanitizer solution present. Staff was doing food handling without an effective sanitizer solution. Discussed that a chlorine solution of 100ppm would be effective.
    • 05. Do food handlers refrain from handling food while ill and have acceptable attire and hygiene?
      • ***Discussed glove use, hands are to be washed and dried prior to putting on gloves. Hands are also to be washed when changing gloves. Hands are to be washed when removing gloves. Glove information will be included with this report.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • ***There was food stored on the floor of the smaller storage area.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • ***There were packages of food on a wheeled cart immediately adjacent to the hand sink. Discussed that this was not acceptable as the splashes from the sink could contaminate the food. There is to be a barrier or adequate space between the sink and the food products to reduce the chance of contamination.
    • 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
      • ***The bleach concentrate present had fabric Guard present and other non food grade additives. Ensure food grade bleach is used for sanitizing food contact surfaces (no fabric protection, no colour guard, no lemon scent, no splashless etc).
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • ***There was perishable international delight creams and Lactantia creams that were being stored at room temperature. Discussed options product was to be kept in ice baths, in a cooler or otherwise kept below 4C.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • ***The chlorine test papers did not have the measurement range to check for an effective sanitizer solution. The strips topped out measuring 10ppm. Sanitizing solution is to be maintained at 100ppm.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • ***The hand sink had dishes in it. It must be kept clear and available for hand washing at all times. Staff removed to the dish sink during the inspection.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • ***the paper towels are to be in a dispenser by the hand sink to prevent contamination and encourage hand washing.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • Additional food safety training is required or procedures are to be documented and put in place to ensure safe food handling.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • ***There was a washroom that opened onto a food handling area. Discussed that washrooms can aerosolize sewage and that the open door allows this contamination to reach the bread slicer or other food surfaces. A self closing device is needed to ensure that the door remains closed as much as possible.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • ***The floors in the walk in cooler were in disrepair and could not be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • ***The floor in the large storage area (south east) is not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. the finishes had come off and bare wood was exposed. Ensure that the area is finishes and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • ***The ice cream scoop was being stored in milky water that can allow the amplification of bacterial load. Discussed acceptable scoop storage (in the freezer, cleaned and sanitized between uses, in a dipper well).
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • ***There was an accumulation of dirt on the exterior of the walk in cooler and freezer doors. Ensure that all surfaces are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • ***there was an accumulation of items present in the smaller storage area that prevented cleaning and visibility for checking for vermin.
  9. Risk Management Inspection

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  10. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • A gap was observed between the back door and the floor. Replace the weather stripping at the back door to prevent entry of pests.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Dust build up was observed on the fan covers in the walk-in cooler. Clean the fan covers.