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A - 3711 Caxton Street Whitecourt AB T7S 1N9 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Tags Food & Gas - Food Store has been inspected 13 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since January 12, 2024. The most recent inspection, on August 17, 2026, found no infractions.

7 of 13 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 5 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing.

The last 2 inspections in a row found no infractions. The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

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 once on July 31, 2024. For example: Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 17, 2026. For example: Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?

  • 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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on December 19, 2025. For example: Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?

  • 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 December 19, 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?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 17, 2026. For example: Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-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.

13 inspections

  1. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • The ladies' washroom ventilation fan cover is loose and hanging. This is a potential physical hazard for a customer. Please re-attach the fan cover.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • It was observed that the walk-in cooler evaporator is leaking drips of water. The operator has place plastic containers beneath the drips to capture the water. The temperature in the cooler is satisfactory and there is no food contamination.Please investigate and make necessary repairs.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 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?
      • It was observed that an outdated food permit was posted in the facility. The operator has corrected this concern.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • It was observed that the walk-in cooler black plastic storage shelving requires cleaning. Please clean this area now and on a routine basis.
  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • It was observed that the back door weatherstripping is worn and degraded. There is a half inch gap below the door that will potentially allow pest access. Please repair the damaged door weatherstripping.
  8. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • 1. It was observed that two open face coolers had a food holding temperature slightly above four Celsius. Stored cold foods shall be maintained at a temperature below four Celsius. Please make adjustments to the cooler temperature.2. It was observed that thermometers in the display coolers were not measuring an accurate temperature. Please replace these two thermometers.3. It was observed that two spatulas were damaged and broken. This is a potential physical food hazard, The operator disposed of the damaged spatulas during the inspection.
  10. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • It was observed that the facility was not manually sanitizing kitchen ware during the three sink manual dishwashing procedure. Manual dishwashing was discussed with the facility manager and employee. A sanitizer was created, dishes washed, and the rinsed dishes allowed to sanitize for two minutes. Ensure to allow the ware to air dry.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • It was observed that the hand sink faucets are extremely loose. Please ensure this equipment is tight, secure and in proper working order.
  12. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • It was observed that the ware washing sinks plumbing faucet is leaking water. The water is captured in the sink. Please repair the plumbing fixture so that it is in proper working order.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • It was observed that soda beverage has leaked onto the walk-in cooler floor. Please clean this area now and on a routine basis.

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