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Mother Nature's

519 Westmorland Rd, Saint John NB E2J 3W9 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

Mother Nature's has been inspected 8 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since January 10, 2024. The most recent inspection, on June 30, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

2 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 11 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Food temperature control and Chemicals and toxic substances.

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

What these findings mean

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

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 8 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on June 30, 2026. For example: Cleaning and Sanitizing

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded 8 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on June 26, 2026. For example: Refrigerated Storage (Methods)

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, sanitizers and pesticides must be labelled and stored away from food and food-contact surfaces. Inspectors flag chemicals that could end up in food, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 26, 2026. For example: Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 26, 2026. For example: Hand Washing Station(s)

  • 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 and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 26, 2026. For example: Rodent and Insect Control

About this data

These results come from New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch), 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.

8 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Cleaning and sanitation procedures submitted under Section 6(1)(q) of the Food Premises Regulation shall be posted or otherwise easily obtained should an inspector request it during inspection.
  2. Routine Inspection

    10 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Dry Storage
      • Shelves/cupboards shall be designed to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitation and be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Cleaning and sanitation procedures submitted under Section 6(1)(q) of the Food Premises Regulation shall be posted or otherwise easily obtained should an inspector request it during inspection.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Staff must be able to demonstrate proper use of sanitizers and method for testing the solution.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • A suitable food grade sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Hand washing signs shall be posted.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Hand washing stations shall not be used for any other purpose.
    • Ceilings (Constructions and Maintenance)
      • Ceilings shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. New Facility/ Licence Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  5. Routine Inspection

    3 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
  6. Routine Inspection

    17 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Foods must be properly labeled with the item name.
    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Space)
      • Refrigerators (including surfaces, racks, trays, vents, shelves, etc.) shall be maintained such that it functions in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Manual Dishwashing
      • Dishes/utensils shall be washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer solution shall be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions on the label (recommended strength and contact time).
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Dispensed soap (liquid or powder) shall be provided at hand washing station(s).
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Hand washing stations shall not be used for any other purpose.
    • Floors (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Floors shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Ceilings (Constructions and Maintenance)
      • Ceilings shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Licence
      • A valid licence to operate a food premises shall be posted for the general public to see.
    • Licence
      • The latest copy of the current food inspection report shall be displayed so that customers can easily read the report.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  7. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    6 infractions

    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Holding Methods
      • Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at 4°C (40°F) or less or at 60°C (140°F) or above until served.
    • Demonstrating Knowledge
      • For Class 4, at least one person who holds a certificate confirming his or her successful completion of a food handler program as described in Section 39(1) of the Food Premises Regulation must be present at all times in the area of a food premises where and when food is being prepared.
    • Manual Dishwashing
      • Testing strips shall be available to verify sanitizer concentration.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Staff must be able to demonstrate proper use of sanitizers and method for testing the solution.

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