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Shoppers Drug Mart #166

118 WYSE, DARTMOUTH · Food Establishment

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Inspection summary

Shoppers Drug Mart #166 has been inspected 5 times by Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (Food Safety Program) since July 18, 2025. The most recent inspection, on October 23, 2025, found no infractions.

1 of 5 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests and Cleaning and sanitizing.

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.

  • 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 7 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on October 16, 2025. For example: 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.

  • 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 6 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on August 7, 2025. For example: 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 23, 2025. For example: 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.

About this data

These results come from Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (Food Safety Program), 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.

5 inspections

  1. Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Address all issues identified by the certified pest control company/operator. Follow all instructions noted on pest control reports. Gaps/opening were observed at the bottom of double door rear exit and bottom of double door exit upstairs by McDonald site. Points of entry must be sealed to prevent pest access and their movement. Pest proofing of the premises is required. In accordance with Section 2.17 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure exterior openings are protected against the entry of pests.
  3. Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Food (gnawed flour bag) on the shelving unit in the back room was disposed off during inspection. In accordance with Section 4.3.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must immediately treat the presence of pests by inspecting and discarding any adulterated food.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Address all issues identified by the certified pest control company/operator. Follow all instructions noted on pest control reports. Gaps/opening were observed at the bottom of double door rear exit and bottom of double door exit upstairs by McDonald site. Points of entry must be sealed to prevent pest access and their movement. Pest proofing of the premises is required. In accordance with Section 2.17 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure exterior openings are protected against the entry of pests.
    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • Walk-in freezer door seal/gasket was observed to be in disrepair. Repair / replace the damaged door gasket. In accordance with Section 4.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure all equipment is maintained and functional for its intended use.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Rodent droppings observed on the food shelves and inside plastic containers containing foods on shelving racks in the back storage room, as well as on the wall to floor junctures in the back room, and additional / seasonal storage areas. Ensure hard to reach and all areas affected by rodent droppings and urine are properly cleaned and disinfected.In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must:a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
  4. Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Address all issues identified by the certified pest control company/operator. Follow all instructions noted on pest control reports.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Store foods off the floor in both, walk-in cooler and freezer units. In accordance with Section 2.9 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure: all shelving and food is maintained a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) off the floor; storage areas are located in a dry, pest-free location.
    • 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.
      • Paper towel in dispenser is required in the male staff washroom. In accordance with Section 2.15(b) of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure that toilet rooms for staff: i. are completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door, with the exception of those washrooms which are designated as accessible; ii. are equipped with a handwash station; including a liquid soap and paper towel dispenser; iii. have handwashing notices prominently displayed; iv. be located to allow convenient use to workers during all hours of operation; v. provide hooks outside the facility to hang aprons, white coats, etc.; vi. are easily cleanable, well ventilated, and well lit; and
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Debris build-up observed in the interior surfaces and compressor area of walk-in cooler. Clean and sanitize inside of walk-in cooler interior. In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must: a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Rodent droppings observed on the food shelves and inside plastic containers containing foods on shelving racks in the back storage room, as well as on the wall to floor junctures in the back room, and additional / seasonal storage areas. Ensure hard to reach and all areas affected by rodent droppings and urine are properly cleaned and disinfected.In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must:a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
  5. Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Store foods off the floor in both, walk-in cooler and freezer units. In accordance with Section 2.9 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure: all shelving and food is maintained a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) off the floor; storage areas are located in a dry, pest-free location.
    • 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.
      • Paper towel in dispenser is required in the male staff washroom. In accordance with Section 2.15(b) of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure that toilet rooms for staff: i. are completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door, with the exception of those washrooms which are designated as accessible; ii. are equipped with a handwash station; including a liquid soap and paper towel dispenser; iii. have handwashing notices prominently displayed; iv. be located to allow convenient use to workers during all hours of operation; v. provide hooks outside the facility to hang aprons, white coats, etc.; vi. are easily cleanable, well ventilated, and well lit; and
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Debris build-up observed in the interior surfaces and compressor area of walk-in cooler. Clean and sanitize inside of walk-in cooler interior. In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must: a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Rodent droppings observed on the food shelves and inside plastic containers containing foods on shelving racks in the back storage room, as well as on the wall to floor junctures in the back room, and additional / seasonal storage areas. Ensure hard to reach and all areas affected by rodent droppings and urine are properly cleaned and disinfected.In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must:a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • Provide pest control records / reports to Public Health Inspector. Ensure to keep these records available on site for review during inspections. d. Eradication of uncontrolled pests is carried out by a certified pest control operator utilizing approved chemicals and methods.

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