FOI Guide: Request Health Inspection Records in Regina

Public Health and Welfare Saskatchewan 3 Minutes Read · published May 24, 2026 Flag of Saskatchewan

What records are available and who holds them

In Regina, Saskatchewan, health inspection records for restaurants, food premises and similar public health inspections are typically held either by the Saskatchewan Health Authority (Environmental Public Health) or by the City of Regina when the City issues a municipal licence or conducts bylaw inspections. City FOI and access requests are handled by the City of Regina Access to Information office.[1] Provincial public-health inspection reports and related environmental health records are maintained by the Saskatchewan Health Authority, Environmental Public Health.[2]

  • Restaurant and food premise inspection reports
  • Inspection checklists and deficiency notices
  • Corrective action correspondence between regulator and operator
  • Licence or permit records when held by the City
Records may be partially redacted to protect personal or medical information under FOI rules.

How to file an FOI request in Regina

Start by identifying the likely record holder: the City for municipal licensing and bylaw inspection files, or the Saskatchewan Health Authority for provincial public-health inspections. Use the City of Regina access-to-information process for municipal records and the SHA process for health records; each authority manages its own FOI intake and redaction rules.[1][2]

  • Describe the records clearly: business name, address, date range, and type of inspection
  • Contact the records office by the official submission method on the agency page
  • Pay any published application fee where required
  • Request in writing and keep a copy of your submission and proof of delivery

Penalties & Enforcement

Penalties for breaches of public-health requirements or municipal bylaws are generally set out in the relevant statutes, regulations and municipal bylaws enforced by the Saskatchewan Health Authority or City of Regina bylaw/licensing officers. Specific monetary fines and escalation steps for public-health violations are not specified on the cited SHA pages; consult the enforcing instrument for exact amounts.[2]

  • Fine amounts: not specified on the cited page
  • Escalation (first/repeat/continuing offences): not specified on the cited page
  • Non-monetary sanctions: orders to remediate, closure or suspension of operations, seizure of unsafe food; consult the enforcing statute or bylaw for details
  • Enforcer: Saskatchewan Health Authority, Environmental Public Health; City of Regina Bylaw Enforcement or Licensing for municipal matters
  • Inspection and complaint pathways: file a complaint with SHA Environmental Public Health or contact City of Regina bylaw/licensing via the official contact pages
  • Appeal/review routes and time limits: time limits and appeal routes for FOI decisions and enforcement orders are not specified on the cited City and SHA pages; follow the procedure shown on the decision or order and consult the City or SHA contact for deadlines
If you receive an enforcement order, act promptly and follow the remediation steps stated to avoid escalation.

Applications & Forms

The City of Regina publishes an Access to Information request page and form for municipal records; details such as the application fee or exact submission address are provided on that City page.[1] The Saskatchewan Health Authority accepts access requests for health records and describes its intake on the SHA site; specific SHA FOI form names and fees are listed where SHA publishes them and are not specified on the general SHA information page cited here.[2]

FAQ

Can I get a recent food inspection report for a specific restaurant?
Yes. Identify the restaurant by name and address, then submit an access request to the holding body; some details may be redacted for privacy.
How long will a request take?
Response times vary by agency and complexity; consult the agency’s FOI page for published timelines and extensions.
Is there a fee to request records?
Some authorities charge an application or processing fee; check the published fee schedule on the agency form or contact the FOI office.

How-To

  1. Identify the likely records holder (City of Regina or Saskatchewan Health Authority)
  2. Search the agency website for public inspection report search tools before filing
  3. Complete the official access request form with clear identifiers and date ranges
  4. Pay any required application fee or submit payment information as instructed
  5. Wait for the agency response; note any extension or clarifying requests from the office
  6. If refused, follow the appeal or review process identified in the decision

Key Takeaways

  • Determine whether the City or the Saskatchewan Health Authority holds the record before filing
  • Use the official access request form and be specific about dates and addresses
  • Contact the agency’s FOI office for fees, timelines and appeal instructions

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Regina - Access to Information
  2. [2] Saskatchewan Health Authority - Environmental Public Health

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