Cinnabar Kids Childcare
Cinnabar Kids Childcare is a licensed group daycare in Nanaimo, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently has no reported availability.
Availability
Vacancy last reported: June 17, 2026
Licensing
Health & safety record
22 findings recorded across 15 inspections since 2021. This health authority does not classify findings by severity.
January 9, 2026Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportNovember 28, 2025Routine2 items noted
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact
Observation. Licensing reviewed 6 of 16 children's files. One file was missing contact numbers for their emergency contacts.
Corrective action. Ensure to keep a record for each child showing emergency contacts.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d) - A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (a)name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number (MSP number does not apply to REC only) and immunization status.
Observation. Licensing reviewed 6 of 16. One file was missing and MSP number and Immunization status.
Corrective action. Ensure a record is kept for each child showing MSP number and Immunization status.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(a)
May 15, 2025Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportFebruary 26, 2025Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportJanuary 6, 2025Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportNovember 28, 2024RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportDecember 19, 2023Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportNovember 14, 2023Routine1 item noted
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact
Observation. Licensing reviewed five of sixteen children's records. Two children's records did not have the name and telephone number of a medical practitioner.
Corrective action. Ensure that, for each child, there is a record showing the name and telephone number of a medical practitioner.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
October 21, 2022Non-Visit Follow-up5 items noted
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure
Observation. Licensing observed that arrival and departure times for children in care were not recorded consistently.
Corrective action. Ensure that, for each child, there is a record showing daily attendance indicating for each day whether the child is absent, or if present, time of arrival and departure.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(c) - A licensee must ensure that all indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair.
Observation. Licensing observed that helmets were not available for use of the PlasmaCars as per the manufacturers instructions. Licensee removed PlasmaCars from the playspace until helmets could be purchased.
Corrective action. Ensure that all outdoor play equipment are free from hazards.
3000 - CCLR 16(4)(b) - Log kept of all inspections, maintenance & repairs
Observation. Licensing observed that a log was not kept of daily outdoor inspections. Licensee stated that daily outdoor inspections were conducted but not documented.
Corrective action. Ensure that a log is kept of all inspections.
3070 - SPS DOLSOP (Log Kept) - Log kept of all inspections, maintenance & repairs3070 - SPS DOLSOP (Log Kept)
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure3070 - CCLR 57(2)(c)
October 12, 2022Non-Visit Follow-up4 items noted
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure
Observation. Licensing observed that arrival and departure times for children in care were not recorded consistently.
Corrective action. Ensure that, for each child, there is a record showing daily attendance indicating for each day whether the child is absent, or if present, time of arrival and departure.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(c) - Log kept of all inspections, maintenance & repairs
Observation. Licensing observed that a log was not kept of daily outdoor inspections. Licensee stated that daily outdoor inspections were conducted but not documented.
Corrective action. Ensure that a log is kept of all inspections.
3070 - SPS DOLSOP (Log Kept) - A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: evidence that the person has complied with the Province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs3010 - CCLR 19(1)(f)
- A licensee must keep a current record of each person to whom the written statement is delivered in accordance with that section3070 - CCLR 56.1(2)(b)
October 7, 2022Routine4 items noted
- A licensee must keep a current record of each person to whom the written statement is delivered in accordance with that section
Observation. Licensing reviewed five of fifteen children's records. Two children's record were missing copy of signed repayment agreement.
Corrective action. Ensure that there is a signed copy of the repayment agreement for each child in care.
3070 - CCLR 56.1(2)(b) - Log kept of all inspections, maintenance & repairs
Observation. Licensing observed that a log was not kept of daily outdoor inspections. Licensee stated that daily outdoor inspections were conducted but not documented.
Corrective action. Ensure that a log is kept of all inspections.
3070 - SPS DOLSOP (Log Kept) - A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: evidence that the person has complied with the Province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs
Observation. Licensing reviewed all staff files. One staff file was missing record of immunization status.
Corrective action. Ensure that, for each child, there is a record of immunization status.
3010 - CCLR 19(1)(f) - A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure
Observation. Licensing observed that arrival and departure times for children in care were not recorded consistently.
Corrective action. Ensure that, for each child, there is a record showing daily attendance indicating for each day whether the child is absent, or if present, time of arrival and departure.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(c)
October 26, 2021Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportSeptember 15, 2021Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportAugust 20, 2021Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportAugust 11, 2021Routine6 items noted
- A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: a criminal record check for the person
Observation. Licensing reviewed three of three staff files. One staff file did not have a current criminal record. Licensee had stated that criminal record check application was submitted and results were pending.
Corrective action. Ensure that there is a current criminal record check for each staff. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow Up Inspection to be conducted.
3010 - CCLR 19(1)(a) - Log kept of all inspections, maintenance & repairs
Observation. Licensing observed that there was no outdoor inspection log.
Corrective action. Ensure that a log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow Up Inspection to be conducted.
3070 - SPS DOLSOP (Log kept ) - A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure
Observation. Licensing observed that on the attendance record there were times of departure were missing for seven children on July 22, 2021, for one child on July 23, 2021, for five children on July 29, 2021, for four children on July 30, 2021, for four children on August 5, 2021, and for 7 children on August 6, 2021,
Corrective action. Ensure that, for each child, there is a record indicating whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure for each day. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow Up Inspection to be conducted.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(c) - A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: evidence that the person has complied with the Province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs
Observation. Licensing reviewed three of three staff files. One staff did not have record of immunization status.
Corrective action. Ensure that there is a record of immunization status for each staff. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow Up Inspection to be conducted.
3010 - CCLR 19(1)(f) - A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: copies of any diplomas, certificates or other evidence of the person’s training and skills
Observation. Licensing reviewed three of three staff files. Two staff did not have evidence of training related to 20 hours required for responsible adult.
Corrective action. Ensure that there is copies of any diplomas, certificates or other evidence of the person's training and skills. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow Up Inspection to be conducted.
3010 - CCLR 19(1)(d) - A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: a record of the person’s work history
Observation. Licensing reviewed three of three staff files. One staff did not have a record of work history.
Corrective action. Ensure that there is a record of work history for each staff. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow Up Inspection to be conducted.
3010 - CCLR 19(1)(c)
Inspection data from Island Health, last synced July 7, 2026.
Fees & funding
CCFRI participant
This facility participates in the Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative, which reduces parent fees.
Contact this facility directly for current fee information and waitlist availability.
Frequently asked questions
Is this daycare licensed?
Yes. Cinnabar Kids Childcare is licensed by Island Health under license number CVIH-5GQPWA.
Does this daycare offer infant care?
No. Cinnabar Kids Childcare is not reported to serve children under 36 months.
Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?
Yes. Cinnabar Kids Childcare is an authorized participant in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI), which lowers monthly fees for eligible families.
When was availability last updated?
The facility's vacancy information was last reported on June 17, 2026.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. Cinnabar Kids Childcare'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 January 9, 2026.
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