Frequently Asked Questions

We offer 3 different plans that include kitchen hours and storage. Check out our membership plans here.

All YVR Prep members have access to all of the equipment available. Depending on the type of equipment, you may need an initial orientation on how to operate and clean it. Check out all of the equipment we have available for our members here.

At this time we do not offer hourly memberships, but we do offer temporary hourly rentals for events and festivals.

No. We're not set up for food truck or ghost restaurant service and focus on manufacturing and catering companies.

Unfortunately no. Fraser Health Authority does not permit cannabis-infused production in shared kitchens due to the high risk of cross-contamination.

Yes! We will take care of your application process and food safety plan. All you need to provide is your company's documentation and production information. We will help you every step of the way so you can get started as quickly as possible!

The application process can take 4-6 weeks, depending on the Environmental Health Officer's workload/availability and the complexity of your production.

No, we are not HACCP-certified. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) certification evaluates the production process of a specific food product, not the kitchen.

No, we are unable to accommodate events in our kitchen as our members rely on 24-7 available space for their production.

Not at all! Our kitchen is set up for cooks of all levels. We also provide training and support to help you transition from your home kitchen to our big industrial kitchen.

Step 1:
Get your FOODSAFE Level 1 certification (more info here).

Step 2:
Register your business (more info here).

We can't wait for you to get started, too! Fill out the online application and once we've reviewed it, we'll be in touch to schedule a tour.