Skw'lax Head Start
Skw'lax Head Start is a licensed daycare in Chase, BC.
Licensing
Health & safety record
2 critical and 3 non-critical findings recorded since 2021.
May 13, 2026Routine Inspection1 critical, 2 non-critical
- C1.1 - Does the licensee continually inform licensing of any significant changes to the structure or operation of the facility?Critical
Observation. Found an expired educator's certificate and one staff member's certificate was not posted as required. As per Section 11 of CCLR, licensee must display educator's certificates in a prominent place. Submit by May 20, 2026, how you have addressed this requirement. Found the under 36 month program using the dedicated space for the 30 months to school age program. The space used for the 30 months to school age program has 36.5m2 total, which is enough space for 9 children. The licence is required to be updated to reflect the capacity of 9 children for the 30 months to school age program or increase the program room to meet the current licensed capacity. As per Section 10 of CCLR, Licensees must notify immediately of any change in the information provided in the application. Submit, by May 27, 2026, how you have addressed this requirement.
- C2.1 - Are written policies and procedures in place to guide employees in all matters regarding the care and supervision of children?Non-critical
Observation. The facility’s staff were unaware where emergency supplies were located, if an evacuation occurred. Lack of emergency supplies or knowledge where emergency supplies are located, can lead to dehydration and increased distress among children, potentially impacting their overall health and safety. Submit, by May 20, 2026, how you have addressed this requirement. The facility had not recorded fire drill practice for the month of April. This was corrected during inspection.
- C4.1 - Are facility records current and complete?Non-critical
Observation. Found two children's emergency cards lack written consent from a parent to call an ambulance or medical practitioner. In the event of an emergency regarding a child in care, the Licensee is required to have written permission to call a medical practitioner or ambulance from the parent. Submit, by May 20, 2026, how you have addressed this requirement.
March 19, 2025Routine Inspection1 critical, 1 non-critical
- C1.1 - Does the licensee continually inform licensing of any significant changes to the structure or operation of the facility?Critical
Observation. Licensing Officer found the facility had switch the programs to opposite sides without notifying Licensing. An updated floor plan is required to ensure there is enough space for each of the programs. Reminder to ensure all educators and assistants certificates are posted.
- C2.1 - Are written policies and procedures in place to guide employees in all matters regarding the care and supervision of children?Non-critical
Observation. Licensing Officer found fire drills were not recorded since Oct 2024.
February 15, 2024Routine InspectionNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportOctober 11, 2022Routine InspectionNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportJune 16, 2021Routine InspectionNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportInspection data from Interior Health, last synced July 2, 2026. Opening an Interior Health report shows a disclaimer page before the report.
Fees & funding
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Frequently asked questions
When was availability last updated?
Skw'lax Head Start has not reported a recent vacancy update. Contact the facility directly to confirm current availability.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. Skw'lax Head Start's inspection history is published on this page, each linked to its official report from the regulating health authority. The most recent inspection on record is May 13, 2026.
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Operated by
Little Shuswap Indian Band
Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 7, 2026.
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