Core Education & Fine Arts Food Service

4970 Canada Way, Burnaby · Restaurant

17 inspections

Follow-Up InspectionDec 10, 2025
0 infractions
Routine InspectionDec 5, 2025
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Domestic cooler (Fridge A) is measured to to 5.7oC to 8.8oC (air temperature). Thermometer in cooler indicated tempearture of 8oC. Temperaure log consistently indicated temperature of 5oC.
  - Corrective Action(s): Temperature MUST be kept at 4oC or less at all times. Cooler has mostly whole fruits and vegetables - no concern. Discarded products in cooler that must be refrigerated after opening.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No paper towel at kitchen handsink.
  - Corrective Action(s): Facility uses two different types of paper towel. Ensure paper towel is always present at handwashing station, regardlessn of types. Staff has put paper towel in dispenser at time of visit.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Domestic cooler (Fridge A) is too warm, at 8.8oC.
  - Corrective Action(s): Technician was on-site to turn down the temperature. Temperature must be maintained at 4oC or less.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJun 26, 2025
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach sanitizer in kitchen is too strong, way over 200ppm.
  - Corrective Action(s): Reduce sanitizer concentration to 100ppm chlorine only, that is 1/4 teaspoon bleach / 500mL water. Solution in sanitizer changed during visit and concentration is now just over 100ppm.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Classroom A cooler is too warm, at 10.8oC. Thermometer in cooler also indicated near 10oC. No food for kids is stored in the cooler, only teachers' food.
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair cooler so that temperature is maintained at 4oC or less.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJan 9, 2025
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionApr 12, 2024
0 infractions
Routine InspectionApr 10, 2024
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation: No paper towel in dispenser at handwashing station. Staff indicated repainting of wall just happened.
  - Corrective Action(s): Re-install paper towel dispenser.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Debris observed on bottom shelves of open cabinet at both ends in the kitchen.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean the above mentioned areas.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionAug 17, 2023
1 infraction
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer did not have any measurable chlorine.
  - Corrective Action(s): New solution made at the time of inspection, measuring 100ppm. Test strips available. Facility has changed from liquid bleach + water to a powder form (1 package for every 1.4-1.9L).
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Food noted in handwashing sink.
  - Corrective Action(s): Handwashing sinks are for handwashing only. Food prep and warewashing to occur in two compartment sink.
  - Violation Score: 5
Follow-Up InspectionAug 30, 2022
1 infraction
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Standup cooler in laundry room has air temperature of 8.1C.
  - Corrective Action(s): Service this cooler immediately or consider replacing the entire unit. All coolers on site must be capable of maintaing an air temperature of 4C or colder at all times.
  - Discussed with staff on site, until service or replacement of this cooler, do not store perishable food items inside. This includes fruits and vegetables that have been processed (eg. chopped greeans, cut vegetables). Only WHOLE and UNCUT fruits and vegetables may be stored in this cooler.
  - Update the undersigned with timeline of service or replacement no later than September 6, 2022. Once timeline is completed, contact FHA for follow-up inspection immediately.
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionAug 24, 2022
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach sanitizer solution was too strong, measured >200ppm chlorine.
  - Corrective Action(s): Diluted sanitizer solution on the spot to 100-200ppm chlorine.
  - > Please ensure to follow the ratios marked on the mixing container.
  - > A small supply of chlorine test strips were provided during the last routine inspection. It is recommended to obtain chlorine test strips to keep on site and verify the concentration each time the solution is made.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Food debris is noted in the following areas:
  - > Dry storage room underneath metal shelving unit.
  - > Cereal cabinet above sink
  - > 2 open corner cabinet on either side of the oven
  - > Oatmeal cabinet
  - > Salt and pancake mix cabinet
  - > Seasoning cabinet
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize above mentioned areas as per your sanitation plan.
  - > Maintaining a high level of sanitation will help to prevent pests.
  - Date to be corrected by: immediately.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Air temperature of stand up fridge in laundry room was 8.1C.
  - > All potentially hazardous foods stored in this fridge are for staff members.
  - > Food that is for the children is limited to vegetables and fruits. All processed food items (cut vegetables) have been relocated to the standup fridge/freezer. All whole fruits and vegetables can remain.
  - Corrective Action(s): Service this fridge so that the air temperature can be maintained at 4C or colder at all times. Do not store any processed food items such as cut vegetables or other potentially hazardous foods in this cooler until it has been serviced and follow-up inspection by FHA has taken place.
  - Date to be corrected by: August 30, 2022.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJul 16, 2021
0 infractions
Routine InspectionFeb 3, 2020
1 infraction
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Handsink not accessible at time of inspection - defrosting chicken stored in handsink.
  - Corrective Action(s): - Remove chicken immediately. Handsink must be accessible. [Corrective Date: Immediately]
  - - Foodhandler relocated chicken to fridge to defrost.
  - - Handsinks must be accessible at all times and provided with hot and cold running water, liquid soap, and papertowels to facilitate handwashing.
  - Violation Score: 5
Routine InspectionNov 25, 2019
1 infraction
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: - Hole in walls noted in dry storage room adjacent to fruit storage bins.
  - - Holes in cabinet near plumbing fixtures under 2-compartment sink.
  - Corrective Action(s): - Cover and/ or seal above noted holes to prevent potential pest entry.
  - [Correction Date: December 15, 2019]
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionApr 29, 2019
0 infractions
Routine InspectionMar 13, 2019
2 infractions
- 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)]
  - Observation: - 2 compartment warewashing sink was replaced with a single compartment sink. This alteration was not approved and this sink is not adequate.
  - Corrective Action(s): - 2 compartment sink must be installed. Prior to making any further changes, Operator must submit revised plan and specifications for a 2 compartment sink to be installed. [Correction date: 29-March-2019]
  - Violation Score: 5
- 101 - Plans/construction/alterations not in accordance with the Regulation [s. 3; s. 4]
  - Observation: - Alterations were made to the kitchen without approval from Environmental Health Officer. 2 compartment warewashing sink was replaced with a single compartment sink. Operator had previously reported no changes were being made to the kitchen.
  - Corrective Action(s): - Alterations to a food premises must not be made unless the plans and specifications have been approved by a health officer. The change from a two compartment sink to a one compartment sink is not acceptable and needs to be addressed as per code 303.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: - Hole noted in wall of dry storage room adjacent to bins where apples are stored.
  - Corrective Action(s): - Cover/fill hole to prevent entrance/harbouring of pests. [Correction date: 20-Mar-2019]
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: - Dust and miscellaneous debris (metal parts, food debris) noted on floor of dry storage room under wire shelving.
  - Corrective Action(s): - Thoroughly clean floor removing all dust and debris. [Correction date: 20-Mar-2019]
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionMay 16, 2018
1 infraction
- 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
  - Observation: -Thermometer in white cooler was not functioning. Temperature read -5C. Cooler was 4C.
  - Corrective Action(s): -Replace thermometer with one that is functioning. [Correction date: 17-May-2018]
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionSep 7, 2017
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Cleaning required in the following areas:
  - - Spilled food/ food splatter accumulation inside the microwave.
  - - Food and dirt accumulation under microwave.
  - - Food and dirt debris accumulation between dishwasher and cabinets and ovens and cabinets (hard to reach areas).
  - Corrective Action(s): - Clean above mentioned areas. [Correction Date: September 15, 2017]
  - *Ensure that all equipment and areas are included in your Sanitation Plan and that staff are following Sanitation Plan. Review Sanitation Plan with staff.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation: - Light is burnt out in dry storage room.
  - Corrective Action(s): - Replace light. [Correction Date: September 8, 2017]
  - *Adequate lighting is required in food storage areas.
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionDec 14, 2011
0 infractions