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Tiger Ma - Baby Fox

Licensed Family
6177 Parkwood Dr, Nanaimo

Spaces available

Infant / toddler · 30 months – 5 years · School age

Reported by the daycare to its licensing program · Updated June 15, 2026. Confirm directly before applying.

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Tiger Ma - Baby Fox is a licensed family daycare in Nanaimo, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently reports available spaces for under 36 months, 30 months to 5 years, and grade 1 to age 12.

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Availability

Under 36 monthsSpaces available
30 months to 5 yearsSpaces available
Licensed preschoolNo spaces
Grade 1 to age 12Spaces available

Vacancy last reported: June 15, 2026

Licensing

License number279576
License statusOperating
Health authorityVIHA
OperatorDao Anh Nguyen

Health & safety record

29 findings recorded across 17 inspections since 2024. This health authority does not classify findings by severity.

June 4, 2026RoutineNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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May 15, 2026Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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May 8, 2026Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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April 17, 2026Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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April 10, 2026Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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March 30, 2026Follow-Up1 item noted
  • A licensee must ensure that a child is not, while under the care or supervision of the licensee, subjected to any of the following types of abuse or neglect: physical abuse

    Observation. Regarding intake dated January 20, 2026. Through the investigation process, Licensing determined that a child in care had been subjected to physical abuse, specifically excessive force used by a staff.

    Corrective action. Ensure that a child, while under the care or supervision of the licensee, is not subjected to physical abuse. Action/s Required by Licensee: Licensee to submit a corrective action plan to Licensing specific to the contravention. Action/s Required by Licensing: On March 8, 13 and 17, 2026, Licensee submitted a corrective action plan to Licensing. Licensing accepted the corrective action plan which stated in part: All educators working at the facility would receive training and orientation on the updated Behavioural Guidance Policy and physical abuse prevention practices, prior to independently caring for children. This would be documented and available to Licensing. One staff involved in the investigation no longer worked at the facility. Additionally, the Licensee would complete the following course by April 30, 2026: Behaviour in the Early Years - BC Early Years Professional Development.

    3030 - CCLR 52(2)(d)
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March 11, 2026Complaint1 item noted
  • A licensee must ensure that a child is not, while under the care or supervision of the licensee, subjected to any of the following types of abuse or neglect: physical abuse

    Observation. Regarding intake dated January 20, 2026. Through the investigation process, Licensing determined that a child in care had been subjected to physical abuse, specifically excessive force used by a staff.

    Corrective action. Ensure that a child, while under the care or supervision of the licensee, is not subjected to physical abuse. Action/s Required by Licensee: Licensee to submit a corrective action plan to Licensing specific to the contravention. Action/s Required by Licensing: On March 9, 2026, Licensee submitted a corrective action plan to Licensing. The plan was not approved in full and additional information was requested.

    3030 - CCLR 52(2)(d)
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March 3, 2026Follow-Up3 items noted
  • A licensee must ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child

    Observation. Related to intake dated January 12, 2026. Through the investigation process, Licensing determined the following hazards were accessible to children: fireplace accessible to children and hot to touch, stagnant water in the outdoor play space, and medication accessible to children.

    Corrective action. Ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to their health or safety. Action/s Required by Licensee: Licensee to submit a corrective action plan to Licensing specific to this contravention. Action/s Required by Licensing: On February 5 and 10, 2026, Licensee submitted a corrective action plan to Licensing. The corrective action plan included: outdoor play space being inspected for water hazards before the children have access to the play space, medications stored in a locked container, and the fire place manufacturer instructions being followed regarding safety recommendations and only being used when there is direct supervision, with a safety gate in front. Additionally, the fireplace would be turned off when the group transitioned out of the room or outside. The corrective action plan was reviewed and accepted by Licensing. The corrective action plan was reviewed and accepted by Licensing.

    3000 - CCLR 17
  • A licensee must do all of the following:(b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of persons in care
    3080 - CCALA 7(1)(b)(i)
  • A licensee must do all of the following:(b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of persons in care

    Observation. Related to intake dated January 12, 2026. Through the investigation process, Licensing determined that the Licensee did not follow the terms and conditions on the licence, specifically, the Licensee was not the one personally providing care in their residence.

    Corrective action. Ensure the Licensee operates the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of persons in care, specifically, following the terms and conditions on the licence. Action/s Required by Licensee: Licensee to submit a corrective action plan to Licensing specific to this contravention. Action/s Required by Licensing: On February 5, 2026, the Licensee submitted a corrective action plan to Licensing. The corrective action plan included: The Licensee would personally provide care and remain the primary caregiver responsible for the day-to-day operation, supervision of children, staff oversight, and compliance with all licensing requirements. Any planned or emergency absence of the Licensee would be time-limited, infrequent, and managed in accordance with the Community Care Assisted Living Act and Child Care Licensing Regulation, and families would be notified if the Licensee would be absent. The corrective action plan was reviewed and accepted by Licensing.

    3080 - CCALA 7(1)(b)(i)
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February 27, 2026Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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February 18, 2026Follow-Up4 items noted
  • 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.
    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(a)
  • 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 inconsistent attendance records from October 2025 to February 2026. Children were often not signed out on the records.

    Corrective action. Ensure to keep a record showing the following: arrival and departure times.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(c)
  • A licensee must do all of the following:(b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of persons in care
    3080 - CCALA 7(1)(b)(i)
  • A licensee must ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child
    3000 - CCLR 17
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February 6, 2026Complaint1 item noted
  • A licensee must do all of the following:(b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of persons in care

    Observation. Related to intake dated January 12, 2026. Through the investigation process, Licensing determined that the Licensee did not follow the terms and conditions on the licence, specifically, the Licensee was not the one personally providing care in their residence.

    Corrective action. Ensure the Licensee operates the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of persons in care, specifically, following the terms and conditions on the licence. Action/s Required by Licensee: Licensee to submit a corrective action plan to Licensing specific to this contravention. Action/s Required by Licensing: On February 5, 2026, the Licensee submitted a corrective action plan to Licensing. The corrective action plan included: The Licensee would personally provide care and remain the primary caregiver responsible for the day-to-day operation, supervision of children, staff oversight, and compliance with all licensing requirements. Any planned or emergency absence of the Licensee would be time-limited, infrequent, and managed in accordance with the Community Care Assisted Living Act and Child Care Licensing Regulation, and families would be notified if the Licensee would be absent. The corrective action plan was reviewed and accepted by Licensing.

    3080 - CCALA 7(1)(b)(i)
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February 5, 2026Routine4 items noted
  • A licensee must ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child

    Observation. Licensing observed the see-saw in the outdoor play space had a loose handle and screws protruding from the side of the equipment. Indoors, Licensing observed looped blind cords hanging down and accessible to children. While on site they were made not accessible.

    Corrective action. Ensure children to not have access to any object that may be hazardous, including loose parts and sharp pieces.

    3000 - CCLR 17
  • 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 inconsistent attendance records from October 2025 to February 2026. Children were often not signed out on the records.

    Corrective action. Ensure to keep a record showing the following: arrival and departure times.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(c)
  • A licensee must do all of the following:(b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of persons in care

    Observation. Licensing observed the Health and Safety Plan approved on January 12, 2026, related to a current investigation, was not being followed. Plan stated the fire place in the facility would not be used. Licensing observed in on at the time of arrival.

    Corrective action. Ensure to operate the facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of chidren in care.

    3080 - CCALA 7(1)(b)(i)
  • 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 children's files. One file was missing Immunization Status and MSP number.

    Corrective action. Ensure to have record for each child showing Immunization Status and MSP number.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(a)
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June 19, 2025Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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May 16, 2025Routine5 items noted
  • A licensee must ensure that each employee practices implementing the emergency plan at least once each year.

    Observation. Licensing observed no emergency drill had been conducted in the past year.

    Corrective action. Ensure to each employee practices implementing an emergency drill each year.

    3010 - CCLR 22(2)(c)
  • A licensee must keep a copy of the written statement, referred to in Section 19 of the Act, that the licensee delivers to persons who prepay part of the cost of services

    Observation. Licensing observed no record of repayment agreement in children's files.

    Corrective action. Ensure to keep a written statement of agreeance with the repayment agreement.

    3070 - CCLR 56.1(2)(a)
  • A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a valid certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry

    Observation. Licensing observed one ECEA certificate had not been verified by the ECE Registry.

    Corrective action. Ensure not to employ a person before first verifying their certificate through the ECE Registry.

    3010 - CCLR 19(4)(a)
  • A licensee, other than a licensee who provides a care program described as School Age Care on School Grounds, must ensure that any heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius.

    Observation. Licensing tested the hot water in the downstairs bathroom, which tested 54.8 degrees Celsius. This is an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care. Licensee stated all children would be supervised while handwashing until the water temperature is lowered and Licensing can retest. Full compliance will not be achieved the plan is completed and Licensing has retested the temperature.

    Corrective action. Ensure that any heated hot water is no more than 49 degrees Celsius.

    3000 - CCLR 47
  • 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 multiple days through April and May where children were not signed out on attendance records.

    Corrective action. Ensure to keep a record of time of arrival and departure.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(c)
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February 24, 2025Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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July 22, 2024Follow-Up5 items noted
  • 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 observed six children's records, two were missing medical insurance plan number and four were missing immunization status.

    Corrective action. Ensure for each child record a medical insurance plan number and immunization status is obtained.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(a)
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information:(i) a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency
    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(i)
  • Log kept of all inspections, maintenance & repairs

    Observation. Licensing observed that there was no log kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs was kept. Licensee informed the facility had been providing care the a few weeks since the issuance of licence.

    Corrective action. Ensure a log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs.

    3070 - SPS DOLSOP (Log Kept)
  • 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
    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
  • A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (f) a log of minor accidents, illnesses and unexpected events involving children, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H.

    Observation. Licensing observed the Licensee has not keeping a minor incident log. Licensee informed the facility had been providing care for less than 30 days since issuance of licence.

    Corrective action. Ensure a minor incident, illness and unexpended events involving children log is kept.

    3070 - CCLR 56(1)(f)
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June 27, 2024Routine5 items noted
  • Log kept of all inspections, maintenance & repairs

    Observation. Licensing observed that there was no log kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs was kept. Licensee informed the facility had been providing care the a few weeks since the issuance of licence.

    Corrective action. Ensure a log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs.

    3070 - SPS DOLSOP (Log Kept)
  • A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (f) a log of minor accidents, illnesses and unexpected events involving children, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H.

    Observation. Licensing observed the Licensee has not keeping a minor incident log. Licensee informed the facility had been providing care for less than 30 days since issuance of licence.

    Corrective action. Ensure a minor incident, illness and unexpended events involving children log is kept.

    3070 - CCLR 56(1)(f)
  • 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 observed six children's records, two were missing medical insurance plan number and four were missing immunization status.

    Corrective action. Ensure for each child record a medical insurance plan number and immunization status is obtained.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(a)
  • 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 observed six children records. One child record was missing medical doctor's name and number.

    Corrective action. Ensure for each child record a medical doctor name and number is obtained.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information:(i) a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency

    Observation. Licensing observed six children's records and one record was missing a photo or digital image.

    Corrective action. Ensure for each child record a photo or digital image is obtained.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(i)
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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. Tiger Ma - Baby Fox is licensed by VIHA under license number 279576.

Does this daycare offer infant care?

No. Tiger Ma - Baby Fox is not reported to serve children under 36 months.

Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?

Yes. Tiger Ma - Baby Fox 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 15, 2026.

Are inspection reports available?

Yes. Tiger Ma - Baby Fox'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 June 4, 2026.

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Dao Anh Nguyen

Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 7, 2026.

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