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Silver Creek Hutterite Colony - Meat Shop

222049 Highway 611 Wetaskiwin County AB T0C 1L0 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Silver Creek Hutterite Colony - Meat Shop has been inspected 8 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since February 16, 2024. The most recent inspection, on August 27, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

4 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 1 infraction 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 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 4, 2024. For example: Is the facility free of a pest infestation?

  • 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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 27, 2026. For example: Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?

  • 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 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 4, 2024. For example: Does the facility have an adequate supply of potable hot and cold running water and is the water sampled at required intervals?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded once on March 12, 2025. For example: Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?

  • Food safety training and certificationLower risk

    Most jurisdictions require a certified food handler or manager on site, and some require allergen or food-worker training. These findings mean the paperwork or the trained person was missing at the time. They do not by themselves mean food was handled unsafely.

    Recorded once on September 25, 2024. For example: Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?

About this data

These results come from Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health), 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. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • The bleach sanitizing solution was tested and found to be at 0 ppm. The main bleach supply in the bulk drum was nearly depleted, and the dispensing system was not functioning properly. A fresh batch of bleach solution was prepared during the inspection, and the dispenser was adjusted to provide the correct sanitizer concentration. This issue was corrected during the inspection.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • A valid permit is not shown for the facility. The owner reported that he has paid for his permit but has not received the actual permit; a receipt for the paid invoice was displayed on the wall.If you cannot find or have lost your Food Permit - please call Provincial Single Point of Contact: 1-833-476-47 to arrange for a replacement Food Permit. Contact [email protected], for any questions regarding your permit or conditions.
  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Risk Management Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 14. Does the facility have an adequate supply of potable hot and cold running water and is the water sampled at required intervals?
      • The last water sample received was in Sept 2024. Only four water samples have been submitted this year.Please ensure to submit monthly water samples.Informed by operator that there were two wells in the area and the water is treated. Operator was urged to conduct monthly water sampling.
    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • Flies were observed outside the main entrance and inside the processing area.Implement pest control measures, keep doors closed. A professional may be required if fly problem persists.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • 1) No pest control records were available.Operator was provided with an AHS pest control checklist that they must maintain monthly.2) Smoker (of food) Area: Light visible underneath one of the double doors due to weatherstripping damage. Operator is aware and he plans on sealing it. Garage entrance door and exit double door on the south side of the processing area had light visible underneath as well. Weatherstripping must be repaired/replaced to prevent entry of pests.
    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • Big walk-in freezer shows ice accumulation on floor and wall. Ice buildup on the floor was noted in the entrance of the freezer and a hole on the ceiling right above the door had ice accumulation. This can indicate mechanical issues with the unit. Please have the ice removed and arrange for the cause to be troubleshooted and repaired.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • No cleaning schedule was present in the facility. Informed operator to implement a cleaning schedule and maintain it.
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • Bleach sanitizer solution used was too concentrated and above 200 ppm. Solutions used for sanitizing equipment should be at 100 parts per million (ppm) available chlorine. Please use bleach and mix 1/2 teaspoon of bleach per liter water to obtain 100 ppm for sanitization of equipment and food contact surfaces.Guidance sheet on proper sanitation procedures was also given to operator.
    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • There were deer antlers and other non-meat products like pies and soups in the freezer. In addition, packaged inspected meat and uninspected meat were stored in close proximity without any separation.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • There are no test strips available for monitoring sanitizer solution concentration.Consulted with operator and gave him test strips. Please purchase test strips for each type of sanitizer used on food contact surfaces, and equipment, available on site.
    • 14. Does the facility have an adequate supply of potable hot and cold running water and is the water sampled at required intervals?
      • The last water sample received was in Sept 2024. Only four water samples have been submitted this year.Please ensure to submit monthly water samples.Informed by operator that there were two wells in the area and the water is treated. Operator was urged to conduct monthly water sampling.
    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • Flies were observed outside the main entrance and inside the processing area.Implement pest control measures, keep doors closed. A professional may be required if fly problem persists.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • 1) No pest control records were available.Operator was provided with an AHS pest control checklist that they must maintain monthly.2) Smoker (of food) Area: Light visible underneath one of the double doors due to weatherstripping damage. Operator is aware and he plans on sealing it. Garage entrance door and exit double door on the south side of the processing area had light visible underneath as well. Weatherstripping must be repaired/replaced to prevent entry of pests.
    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • Big walk-in freezer shows ice accumulation on floor and wall. Ice buildup on the floor was noted in the entrance of the freezer and a hole on the ceiling right above the door had ice accumulation. This can indicate mechanical issues with the unit. Please have the ice removed and arrange for the cause to be troubleshooted and repaired.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • No cleaning schedule was present in the facility. Informed operator to implement a cleaning schedule and maintain it.
  8. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

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