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Squirrely's Gas Bar - Food Store

10303 101 Avenue Lac La Biche AB T0A 2C0 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Squirrely's Gas Bar - Food Store has been inspected 3 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since December 5, 2023. The most recent inspection, on December 17, 2025, recorded 2 infractions.

None of the 3 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing and Food source, labelling and allergens.

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 2 times on December 17, 2025. For example: Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 26, 2024. For example: Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?

  • 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 once on November 26, 2024. For example: Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?

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.

3 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • A general cleaner was observed to be used for sanitizing surfaces. General cleaner is used for removing the dirt debris; however, a sanitizer is required to effectively remove bacteria. Ensure that a bleach solution at 100 ppm or an alternative approved sanitizer is used for food surfaces.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • No chlorine test strips were observed. Test strips are required to ensure adequate chemical concentration for effective sanitizing of surfaces. Ensure that chlorine test strips are available during re-inspection.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 02. Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?
      • Various food items, including muffins and cookies, were individually wrapped and stored in a basket at the front counter.There was no information present to indicate ingredients, manufacturer, date prepared or best before date.Ensure all prepackaged foods meet Health Canada labeling requirements.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • There was ice build-up in the front ice cream freezer at the time of inspectionClean above noted freezer and maintain the freezer in clean and sanitary manner when food items are stored in it.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 02. Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?
      • Various food items, including muffins and cookies, were individually wrapped and stored in a basket at the front counter.There was no information present to indicate ingredients, manufacturer, date prepared or best before date.Ensure all prepackaged foods meet Health Canada labeling requirements.
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