Exterior shot of Sechelt Health Unit on a sunny day.

The primary goal of Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) is to ensure food premises maintain a high standard of food safety and sanitation, as well as to protect the health of the public. EHOs facilitate the process of issuing permits and granting health approvals required for operating food premises. This includes reviewing documentation, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with health regulations.

How to access

  • By email

    Submit a complaint, question or request for information using our contact form. An environmental health officer or licensing officer will respond to you within a few business days.

  • By phone

    Contact our office by phone at (604) 885-5164 to submit complaints, request information and learn more about our services.

Hours of operation

Currently closed
  • Monday:   8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday:   8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday:   8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thursday:   8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Friday:   8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday:   Closed
  • Sunday:   Closed

Parking & Transportation

​Parking lot available.

Wheelchair accessible through main door.

Bus stop on Inlet Ave outside the front door. 

Sechelt Health Unit

Sechelt Health Unit is a community health centre that provides various health care services in a single location.

Food Service Permits & Health Approvals

The primary goal of Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) is to ensure food premises maintain a high standard of food safety and sanitation, as well as to protect the health of the public. EHOs facilitate the process of issuing permits and granting health approvals required for operating food premises. This includes reviewing documentation, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with health regulations.