Canton Garden Restaurant

45595 Yale Rd, Chilliwack · Restaurant

29 inspections

1. Routine InspectionFeb 9, 2026

   1 infraction

   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Foods in cold-storage unit stored uncovered.
     • 2. Raw shelled eggs stored above fresh produce in walk-in and stand up cooler.
     • Corrective Action(s): 1. Operator covered all stored foods during the inspection. Please ensure all foods are covered to prevent contamination.
     • 2. Operator transferred the raw eggs to the lowermost shelf during inspection.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: Grease build up noted on/around hot cookline.
     • Corrective Action(s): Conduct a thorough deep clean of hot cookline to remove built up grease and sanitize areas. Please include areas in routine cleaning schedule to maintain in sanitary condition. Correction date: 2 weeks
     • Violation Score: 3
2. Routine InspectionMay 27, 2025

   2 infractions

   • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed black build-up on the inside of the walls of the ice machine.
     • Corrective Action(s): Staff discarded the ice from the ice machine.
     • Staff thoroughly cleaned and sanitized the inside walls of the ice machine.
     • Violation Score: 5
     • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwashing station located at the bar area was not supplied with paper towel and soap during the inspection.
     • Corrective Action(s): Staff were able to supply the handwashing station with soap and paper towel.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 4 x spray bottles containing food contact surface sanitizer that registered > 200 ppm chlorine.
     • Corrective Action(s): Staff were able to create new solution such that the concentration of food contact sanitizer registered between 100-200 ppm chlorine.
     • Violation Score: 3
3. Routine InspectionDec 16, 2024

   2 infractions

   • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Knives stored in the knife holder observed to have food debris along the blades. Can opener blade observed to have built-up of food debris.
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize aformentioned equipment. Can opener blade and knives must be cleaned and sanitized after each use. If during busy hours, can place used equipment in dishwashing pit to be washed and sanitized at a later date. Do not store knives that have not been washed and sanitized in the knife holder.
     • Violation Score: 5
     • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bar handwashing sink observed to lack paper towels and soap.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all handwashing sinks are well equipped with hot and cold running water, liquid soap, and paper towels.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: Observed built-up of food debris underneath the shelving units in the produce walk-in cooler.
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize aforementioned area. Corrected by: December 18, 2024.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
     • Observation: No staff on-site have valid FOODSAFE LEvel 1 certification or equivalent.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure at least one staff on-site at all times has valid FOODSAFE Level 1 certification or equivalent able to present to health inspector for validation. Corrected by: February 16, 2025.
     • Violation Score: 1
4. Follow-Up InspectionFeb 21, 2024

   0 infractions

5. Routine InspectionJan 10, 2024

   1 infraction

   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation: ice machine has build up of grime in hard to see & reach area
     • Corrective Action(s): ensure ice machine is cleaned & sanitized prior to use
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
     • Observation: 1 possibly 2 knife holders need to be replaced, mounted can opener needs to be replaced
     • Corrective Action(s): ensure knife holders & can opener are thoroughly cleaned & sanitized prior to using; maintain in sanitary condition; seek replacement
     • Violation Score: 3
6. Follow-Up InspectionFeb 14, 2023

   0 infractions

7. Routine InspectionFeb 1, 2023

   1 infraction

   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation: ice machine is in need of cleaning; dry food containers have scoops stored directly in containers; walk in cooler fans have dust build up on fan blades, protective cover; food observed to be stored uncovered
     • Corrective Action(s): ensure ice machine is cleaned & sanitized prior to use; ensure scoops stored in manner as to not expose food to contamination, ensure walk in cooler fan blades & areas with build up get cleaned; ensure food is covered when stored
     • Violation Score: 9
     • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: multiple work stations have built up of food grime, grease & debris; previously noted items such as mounted can opener, knife storage, utensils not cleaned often enough
     • Corrective Action(s): ensure all utensils used for the food operation are cleaned & sanitized prior to use
     • Violation Score: 9
8. Routine InspectionSep 26, 2022

   2 infractions

   • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): A bucket of batter was measured at 16C.
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • Store all perishable items at 4C or below.
     • Violation Score: 5
     • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Spray bottles with chlorine food contact sanitizer was measured at 10 - 50 ppm.
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • Maintain the chlorine concentration at 100ppm.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Flats of raw eggs were stored on top of bean sprouts.
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • Store raw eggs away from vegetables, ready-to-eat foods to protect from contamination.
     • Violation Score: 3
9. Routine InspectionFeb 28, 2022

   2 infractions

   • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Can opener, multiple scoops for dry food items were found with caked-on debris.
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize utensils.
     • Ensure the scoops are stored with the handle upward to prevent it touching food items during storage.
     • Ensure proper scoops with handles are used instead of bowls.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Containers of foods were being stored without lids inside the middle walk-in coolers.
     • Corrective Action(s): Cover the containers to prevent cross contamination.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Two containers of previously frozen shrimps were being thawed in the sink in standing water.
     • Corrective Action(s): Thaw frozen foods by
     • -in the cooler at 4C or below overnight
     • -under running cold water (fully submerged)
     • -in a microwave when being used promptly.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): A spray bottle filled with bleach was found at the food preparation area. The chlorine concentration could not be measured (bleaching out the test strip).
     • Corrective Action(s): Remove the bottle or dilute the concentration to foodsafe level.
     • If being used as a food contact sanitizer, ensure chlorine concentration of 100-200ppm.
     • If not, please store it in a chemical storage to prevent chemical hazard.
     • Violation Score: 3
10. Follow-Up InspectionMar 31, 2021

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed cartons of eggs on top of ready-to-eat foods such as vegetables in the walk-in cooler by the dishwashing area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure eggs are stored separate from RTE foods.
      • Violation Score: 3
11. Routine InspectionMar 3, 2020

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: 1. Shelled eggs are prepared next to bean sprouts. Raw eggs can contaminate the raw bean sprouts which may not be fully cooked.
      • 2. Prepapred vegetables with lids or are double stacked in stand up cooler during rush hour.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Ensure processing raw eggs do not contaminate other ingredients. Use dedicated tongs for bean sprouts and ensure to wash your hands if they become contaminated to not contaminate different products. (CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION)
      • 2. Ensure rush hour food prepped is stored properly with proper lids and covers when placed in storage. Correction required today.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Old food debris, grease and dust accumulation observed in hard to clean places in kitchen. This can be observed in the walk in coolers walls, shelving and fans. The outside of knife holders can use a clean as well.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to wash and sanitize these areas and other parts of the kitchen as needed. Correction required in 2 weeks.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Chest freezer for chicken wings is currently falling apart and held together by duct tape. Parts of the pink insulation may fall out and contaminate the food supply if repair is not maintained.
      • Corrective Action(s): Consider replacing this unit. Repair is needed to ensure this unit is sanitary. Repair of unit needed this week.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bags of road salt/sand and detergent observed stored next to food storage racks. These items can contaminate the food storage area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Move these items away from food storage areas. Food storage is meant for food products only.
      • Violation Score: 3
12. Routine InspectionJan 6, 2020

    0 infractions

13. Routine InspectionJul 9, 2019

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Some foods within walk-in cooler are not covered. Some food containers/boxes sitting on the floor in coolers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Cover all foods within the walk-in coolers/freezers. Food subject to contamination e.g. dust from fans. Raise all foods to at least 6" off the floor to facilitate cleaning.
      • **Correct by: Today**
      • Violation Score: 3
14. Follow-Up InspectionMar 19, 2019

    0 infractions

15. Follow-Up InspectionMar 19, 2019

    0 infractions

16. Routine InspectionMar 18, 2019

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Observed a few knives in the knife holder was not maintained in sanitary condition. Can opener attached to a working table in the back had visible food and grease residue accumulation
      • Corrective Action(s): Required operator to clean and sanitize all of the items above and make sure that once used, proper cleaning and sanitizing is done each time.
      • Date to be corrected by: Mar 19 2019
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)]
      • Observation: Hot water tank failed in the morning of March 18th 2019 according to the operator. No hot water is being provided for hand washing, proper sanitizing, and cleaning at the time of inspection. Informed the operator that in order for a food premises to operate, hot and cold water is an imperative condition that operator must meet in any circumstances. Once operator found out, he proactively contacted a technician for repair/replacement.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator must repair/replace hot water tank to provide hot water for proper hand washing, proper sanitizing of surfaces, dishes and utensils, and cleaning of the premises. Closure order issued until hot water tank can be fixed to a good working order.
      • Date to be corrected by: March 19 2019
      • Violation Score: 25
    • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed newspaper being lined on a wooden block cutting board for food prep. Operator stated that it facilitates easier cleaning as they were dealing with flour. This practise must be stopped immediately. Newspaper is not a suitable material for any type of food contact surfaces.
      • Corrective Action(s): Required operator to remove newspaper, clean and sanitize all surfaces around the area prior to re-use.
      • Violation Score: 3
17. Routine InspectionOct 31, 2018

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed knife holder located at prep table by wooden chopping tables to be soiled with food and grease. Knives were clean but are being contaminated by the holder
      • Corrective Action(s): Required operator to clean and sanitize the holder and knives
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: 1. Observed many food items in the walk-in cooler not properly covered or are on the floor
      • 2. Cut bread near bank hand washing sink not properly covered
      • Corrective Action(s): Required operator to have all items covered properly and off the floor
      • Date to be corrected by: Nov 1 2018
      • Violation Score: 3
18. Follow-Up InspectionAug 17, 2018

    0 infractions

19. Routine InspectionJun 18, 2018

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Double stacking of food containers without covers or lids observed in various cooler units
      • 2. Flour scoops stored together with flour in storage bins
      • 3. Dusty fan in use and was pointing towards areas of food prep
      • 4. Rice scoop stored in room temperature
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Do not double stack food containers unless they have covers or lids
      • 2. Do not store scoops together with food to avoid contamination from handles
      • 3. Clean this fan or remove it from the facility
      • 4. Ensure rice scoops are stored in ice water < or = 4C or washed in dishwasher every 2 hours
      • Violation Score: 9
20. Routine InspectionMar 9, 2018

    0 infractions

21. Routine InspectionNov 21, 2017

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: 1. Foods stored in the walk-in cooler were not properly covered.
      • 2. The handle of scoops in ice machine and rice bin were in contact with foods (ice and rice, respectively).
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Ensure all foods are covered properly with tight fitting lids
      • 2. Scoops shall be stored separately in a clean bin, or stored vertically so that the handle does not come into contact with food.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Cardboard boxes used to clean the stove and line the floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): Flooring in the kitchen shall be of non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable material (ie. rubber mats). Cardboard boxes shall not be used to clean the stove.
      • Violation Score: 3
22. Follow-Up InspectionOct 3, 2017

    0 infractions

23. Follow-Up InspectionAug 14, 2017

    0 infractions

24. Follow-Up InspectionJul 24, 2017

    1 infraction

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation: Chopped veggies and a bowl of prawns in upright silver cooler measured 14C at the time of inspection. According to operator moved to this location in the morning.
      • Corrective Action(s): Contents of fridge were moved to the walk-in cooler at the time of inspection. Cooler is being replaced this week. Do not use this cooler for storing potentially hazardous foods in the mean time.
      • Violation Score: 15
25. Routine InspectionJul 10, 2017

    1 infraction

    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Upright, silver cooler on prep line contents measured at 8 to 10C. Only chopped veggies were stored here at the time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator noted that this unit is to be replaced in 7 days time. In the mean time, do not store potentially hazardous foods in the cooler.
      • Date to be corrected by: July 10, 2017
      • Violation Score: 3
26. Follow-Up InspectionJan 15, 2013

    0 infractions

27. Routine InspectionJan 14, 2013

    0 infractions

28. Routine InspectionDec 14, 2011

    0 infractions

29. Routine InspectionSep 27, 2011

    0 infractions