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Choices Market - 789 Burnaby Crest - Store

8683 10th Ave, Burnaby · Store

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Inspection summary

Choices Market - 789 Burnaby Crest - Store has been inspected 6 times by Fraser Health Authority since May 15, 2023. The most recent inspection, on June 24, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

2 of 6 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Protecting food from contamination and Pests.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 24, 2026. For example: 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food and supplies are stored and handled: kept covered, off the floor, and away from anything that could contaminate them. Where food is served, raw meat must be kept away from ready-to-eat food, a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded once on May 28, 2025. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded once on May 23, 2024. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Surfaces, dishes and tools that touch food or people must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected. Inspectors check sanitizer strength, dishwasher temperatures and how cleaning is done. Poor sanitizing lets germs survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on May 15, 2023. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

About this data

These results come from Fraser Health Authority, 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.

6 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bottom shelf of back pasta cooler measured 8-10C. Unit is not scheduled to be on defrost cycle. All other shelves 4C or colder.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not use shelf. Have unit adjusted/repaired so that it measures 4C or colder, or do not use bottom shelf. Monitor tonight using thermometer.
      • Violation Score: 5
  2. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1) Cut watermelon on display outside the store on ice measured 17C
      • 2) Bakery cooler just outside storeroom doors measured 10C on bottom shelves (top 2 shelves are 4C or colder). Air from vent near the front measures 4C.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Cut fruit needs to be stored at 4C or colder. On hot days (ex. today is 29C ambient temp, outside), recommend keeping watermelon inside store. Ice needs to be replenished frequently and surround the watermelon (not just under the watermelon)
      • 2) Repair or adjust cooler so the air blowing from the vents keeps the items at 4C or colder.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Watermelon was being sliced and cut for sampling at demonstration station. Station does not have handsink and the nearest handsink (deli area) is not easily accessible for staff working this station.
      • Corrective Action(s): Pre-cut the watermelon (or any samples that require portioning) at the deli area prior to displaying them for demonstration.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings noted behind pallets in back store room.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize area where droppings are found. Follow all pest technician recommendations. Seal any entry holes.
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Some hummus containers on ice near deli - temperature is 6C.
      • Corrective Action(s): Add water to ensure complete contact of ice water with container; monitor closely to ensure temperature is at 4C or colder at all times. Strongly recommend placing all items in coolers instead.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer spray bottles in meat department did not have any measurable sanitizer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Re-fill bottles. Sanitizer concentration at dispenser 200ppm quats. Ensure that air bubbles are not trapped in dispenser line as this affects concentration.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings noted on back shelving near meat walk-in cooler
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize areas where roeent droppings are found with bleach solution. Continue monitoring and follow all pest technician recommendations.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Hot water knob at back handwashing station is covered in duct tape.
      • Corrective Action(s): Duct tape is not an easily cleanable surface; repair faucet.
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer in meat dept did not have any measurable quats in the spray bottle.
      • Corrective Action(s): Replace solution so that it measures 200ppm quats
      • Violation Score: 5

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