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University Hospital - Purdy Pavilion ECU

2221 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver BC V6T 2B5 · Extended Care

Official record from Vancouver Coastal →

Inspection summary

University Hospital - Purdy Pavilion ECU has been inspected 5 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since March 4, 2022. The most recent inspection, on June 16, 2026, recorded 3 infractions.

None of the 5 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Chemicals and toxic substances and Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, disinfectants and pesticides must be labelled and stored safely, away from food and from surfaces people touch. Inspectors flag chemicals that could contaminate food or harm people, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 16, 2026. For example: There are secure, safe and adequate storage areas for cleaning agents, chemical products and other hazardous materials [RCR Sec 35 (1)(c)]

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded once on March 4, 2022. For example: Water accessible to a person in care, from any source, is not to exceed 49° Celsius [RCR Sec 17]

  • 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 These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.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 8 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on June 11, 2025. For example: Monthly weights are taken and recorded, if missing, the reason is documented. [RCR Sec 83(4)(a),(5)(a)]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

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

    Recorded once on June 16, 2026. For example: If needed, ongoing room tray service is available if indicated in the care plan [RCR Sec 63(3)(c)(i)(ii)]

  • 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 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on June 16, 2026. For example: Medications are safely and securely stored [RCR Sec 69(3)(a)]

About this data

These results come from Vancouver Coastal 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.

5 inspections

  1. Routine

    3 infractions

    • If needed, ongoing room tray service is available if indicated in the care plan [RCR Sec 63(3)(c)(i)(ii)]
    • There are secure, safe and adequate storage areas for cleaning agents, chemical products and other hazardous materials [RCR Sec 35 (1)(c)]
    • Medications are safely and securely stored [RCR Sec 69(3)(a)]
  2. Routine

    2 infractions

    • A restraint may be used if the restraint is necessary to protect the person in care or others from imminent serious physical harm, or there is agreement as per the regulation [RCR Sec 74 (1)]
    • Monthly weights are taken and recorded, if missing, the reason is documented. [RCR Sec 83(4)(a),(5)(a)]
  3. Routine

    6 infractions

    • Weekly menu posted in each dining area for Long Term Care. [RCR Sec 62(4)]
    • A restraint may be used if the restraint is necessary to protect the person in care or others from imminent serious physical harm, or there is agreement as per the regulation [RCR Sec 74 (1)]
      • There was no agreement in writing from the person in care or their representative.
    • There is evidence of employee(s) continued compliance with the Province's immunization and TB program [RCR Sec 39(1)]
      • There is lack evidence of employee(s) continued compliance with the TB program.
    • All persons admitted comply with the Province's immunization and TB control programs[RCR Sec 49(1); DOLSOP Immunization]
      • Noncompliance with the Provinces TB control program
    • There are secure, safe and adequate storage areas for cleaning agents, chemical products and other hazardous materials [RCR Sec 35 (1)(c)]
    • Employee files contain the records required by this regulation [RCR Sec 86]
      • Lacks a record of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs.
      • Lacks a record of character references.
      • Does not contain criminal record check results.
  4. Other

    1 infraction

    • Reportable incidents have been reported to the Medical Health Officer in the form and manner required. [RCR Sec 77(2)(c)]
  5. Routine

    7 infractions

    • Weekly menu posted in each dining area for Long Term Care. [RCR Sec 62(4)]
    • A restraint may be used if the restraint is necessary to protect the person in care or others from imminent serious physical harm, or there is agreement as per the regulation [RCR Sec 74 (1)]
      • There was no agreement in writing from the medical practitioner or nurse practitioner
      • There is no written agreement to the use of a restraint by the person in care or their representative.
    • The facility has a written a policy and procedure for obtaining consent, in accordance with Part 3 of the Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act, before admitting an adult to the community care facility. [RCR Sec 85(2)(m)]
    • Reportable incidents have been reported to the Medical Health Officer in the form and manner required. [RCR Sec 77(2)(c)]
    • The most recent routine inspection record is displayed in a prominent place. [RCR Sec. 11(1) (b), (2); Bill of Rights 4(b)]
    • Water accessible to a person in care, from any source, is not to exceed 49° Celsius [RCR Sec 17]
    • There are secure, safe and adequate storage areas for cleaning agents, chemical products and other hazardous materials [RCR Sec 35 (1)(c)]

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