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TIM HORTONS

5215 HIGHWAY 7, PORTERS LAKE · Food Establishment

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Inspection summary

TIM HORTONS has been inspected 3 times by Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (Food Safety Program) since January 10, 2025. The most recent inspection, on June 11, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

None of the 3 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 6 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Cleaning and sanitizing and Protecting food from contamination.

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.

  • 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 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 11, 2026. For example: 23(2)(b) Equipment used to cook, heat-treat, cool, store, display or freeze food must be designed to (b) control temperature, humidity, air flow and any other condition that is likely to have a detrimental effect on food safety.

  • 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 across 2 separate inspections, most recently on May 14, 2026. For example: 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;

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded once on May 14, 2026. For example: 23(1)(a) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (a) protect food from contamination;

  • 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 January 10, 2025. For example: 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.

  • 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 on January 10, 2025. For example: 19(2)(d) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (d) a wastewater system that meets the requirements of applicable legislation, regulations and municipal bylaws;

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.

3 inspections

  1. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 23(2)(b) Equipment used to cook, heat-treat, cool, store, display or freeze food must be designed to (b) control temperature, humidity, air flow and any other condition that is likely to have a detrimental effect on food safety.
      • Bottom refrigerator drawers of sandwich prep cooler are in disrepair, making them difficult to close and leaving a gap. Repair refrigerator drawers.
    • 33(1) An operator must ensure that the temperature of food is controlled so that the food does not deteriorate or become inedible or unsafe.
      • Bottom refrigerator drawers of sandwich prep cooler measure approximately 12-14C. Remove refrigerator drawers from use until repaired - temperature must be maintained at 4C or below at all times.
  2. Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 23(1)(a) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (a) protect food from contamination;
      • Ensure container where large ice scoop is stored is washed and sanitized daily.
    • 23(2)(b) Equipment used to cook, heat-treat, cool, store, display or freeze food must be designed to (b) control temperature, humidity, air flow and any other condition that is likely to have a detrimental effect on food safety.
      • Bottom refrigerator drawers of sandwich prep cooler are in disrepair, making them difficult to close and leaving a gap. Repair refrigerator drawers.
    • 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;
      • A deep clean is required of facility in hard to reach areas.
    • 33(1) An operator must ensure that the temperature of food is controlled so that the food does not deteriorate or become inedible or unsafe.
      • Bottom refrigerator drawers of sandwich prep cooler measure approximately 12-14C. Remove refrigerator drawers from use until repaired - temperature must be maintained at 4C or below at all times.
  3. Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 19(2)(d) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (d) a wastewater system that meets the requirements of applicable legislation, regulations and municipal bylaws;
      • In accordance with Section 2.11 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure sewage disposal systems meet all local and/or provincial requirements. In accordance with Section 2.15(e) of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure all plumbing meets the applicable provisions of the provincial and/or local plumbing codes. Observed hose attached to janitorial faucet resting inside janitorial sink. Provide air gap between mouth of hose and rim of sink to prevent potential for backflow.
    • 19(2)(d) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (d) a wastewater system that meets the requirements of applicable legislation, regulations and municipal bylaws;
      • In accordance with Section 2.15(e) of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure all plumbing meets the applicable provisions of the provincial and/or local plumbing codes. Handwashing sink in kitchen is slow draining. Have sink serviced to ensure proper drainage.
    • 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.
      • 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; Install self-closure on staff's washroom door, opening to dry food and single service utensil storage.
    • 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;
      • 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. General cleaning required for staff washroom.

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