Luma Childcare

Children are provided with opportunities for social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth. [CCLR Sec 43]

Observation. All children were moving freely in the space. There did not appear to be any activities available for the older children present.

The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

Observation. There are two cloth chairs in the main play space that do not have removeable covers making it difficult to adequately and regularly washed.

There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]

Observation. No emergency plan nor supplies were present.

There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56(1)(f)]

Observation. No log present.

The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

Observation. Incomplete children's files.

Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]

Observation. No fire nor emergency drill had been practiced nor recorded.

Children are provided with opportunities for social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth. [CCLR Sec 43]

Observation. There was a child present who was 11.5 months old. This child was held during the entire inspection and not permitted to move freely in the space impeding his opportunity for physical development. There did not appear to be any activities available for the older children present.

Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]

Observation. There was medication present that did not have parent signed authorization to administer. There was an Epi Pen present without instructions nor signed parent authorization to administer.

A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

Observation. During the inspection it was observed that on the coffee table in the Livingroom several bottles of medication were accessible to children. The gate at the bottom of the stairs was not secure. The children would travel past this area on their way to the nap room.

The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

Observation. There are two cloth chairs in the main play space that do not have removeable covers making it difficult to adequately and regularly washed.

Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]

Observation. There was one crib in the nap room that had the base at a high level making it easy for a child to fall out. The current height of the base would be suited to a newborn. The child that the program implied would sleep in this crib was 11.5 months old and able to stand. The height of the child would exceed the side height of the crib. There were several blankets and soft items in the crib creating a potential for strangulation and suffocation.

All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

Observation. There was a bouncy chair / swing apparatus in the main play room. No child would be able to enter or exit independently, thus creating a situation that would restrain a child from moving freely within the space. There was a small offering of young children's toys, and small equipment. This would was not sufficient for the older children in the program.

There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]

Observation. No emergency supplies were observed.

There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56(1)(f)]

Observation. No minor log was present.

A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]; A record for each child containing any notification of a parent, emergency contact or medical health officer made under CCLR section 55 [notification of illness or injury] is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(g)]; A record for each child containing any special instruction respecting the childs diet, medication, participation in a program of activities, or other matter relevant to the childs care that is given by the childs parent to the licensee and agreed to by the licensee is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(h)]; A record for each child containing the name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(d)]; A record for each child containing any medication administered to the child, including the amount and the time at which the medication was administered is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(f)]; A record for each child containing any illness, allergy or medical disability disclosed to the licensee by the child or his or her parent or medical practitioner is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(e)]; A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]

Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

Observation. No outdoor checks were being conducted or recorded.

The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

Observation. When Licensing arrived, the brother and the mother of the Licensee were present with children. The manager joined the inspection a short time after Licensing arrived. The program does not have complete files for all those caring for the children.

Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]

Observation. The last recorded fire drill was March 7th, 2026.