A health alert has been issued for a resort in British Columbia’s Interior due to expired permits and concerns over water safety. Authorities have faced ongoing challenges with the property. Interior Health has instructed the closure of the restaurant, pool, and hot tubs at Spruce Hill Resort & Spa in the 108 Mile Ranch area near 100 Mile House, citing potential risks to visitors. The health authority highlighted that the resort has been operating without valid permits for food service, pool, and hot tub since March 31, despite repeated shutdown orders. Interior Health officials have noted a history of non-compliance at the facility over the past four years, with more than 200 enforcement actions taken, including inspections, orders, tickets, and court appearances.
Inspectors discovered that the resort failed to inform guests about an active boil-water notice, raising concerns about potential health risks associated with contaminated water. The closure of the restaurant was mandated due to unsafe water conditions for food preparation. Guests have been advised against using the pool or hot tubs, with the health authority expressing worries about recent equipment changes that have not been properly reviewed for safety, particularly regarding entrapment hazards.
Enforcement has proven challenging, with the resort reportedly reopening shortly after being shut down. Interior Health is collaborating with legal professionals to explore further enforcement measures. Public complaints about the resort’s operations have been ongoing for years, with 14 complaints filed in 2025 alone, the latest in October. The health authority urges individuals who recently visited the resort and are experiencing illness symptoms to seek medical attention promptly.
The resort has a history of controversy, including a 2018 ruling by the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal that ordered the payment of over $173,000 to former employees who alleged discrimination by the owner based on their race. The current owner, Kin Wa Chan, assumed ownership in 2015. The resort has acknowledged the health authority’s concerns and stated that its spa and restaurant services are temporarily closed while staff are on vacation. Despite these issues, the resort’s website continues to promote its natural setting and outdoor activities. Interior Health advises anyone who may have been affected by the resort’s conditions to contact their healthcare provider or the Health Protection Office.