Cefa Lions Gate
Cefa Lions Gate is a licensed group daycare in North Vancouver, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently has no reported availability.
Availability
Vacancy last reported: June 15, 2026
Licensing
Health & safety record
No critical violations on record. 7 non-critical findings noted since 2021.
January 23, 2026Routine1 non-critical
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical
For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]
Observation. Licensing observed that a child requiring additional support does not have a care plan in place.
January 20, 2025Routine3 non-critical
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical
A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
Observation. Licensing observed the following in the JK2 room: *A exacto-knife was found in the first drawer located by the adult sink. The drawer had no locked and is accessible to children. *Adult medication was found in the second drawer located by the adult sink. The drawer had no locked and is accessible to children.
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical
Care plans are not developed in consultation with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(a)] ; Care plans are not reviewed at least once a year with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(b)]
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical
The licensee has written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness, in cases where the parent cannot immediately be reached. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(a)]
Observation. Licensing reviewed a sample of 34 children's emergency consent forms and observed that one child was missing parental consent to contact a medical practitioner.
March 6, 2024Routine Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportFebruary 2, 2024Routine2 non-critical
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical
A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
Observation. Licensing observed: * A sink in a classroom to have grime build up all around the sink, this requires a deep clean. * The nap bedding is being stored in bags piled up at the corner of the room and bedding is touching one another, this poses a risk for Cross contamination.
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical
The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]
Observation. Licensing observed some children's files to be missing an emergency contact other than the parents.
January 11, 2023Routine1 non-critical
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical
Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]
Observation. LO was informed that inspection were done however written records were not maintained. Manager will implement a corrective action plan and submit for licensing review.
August 26, 2021RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportInspection data from Vancouver Coastal Health, last synced July 1, 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
Does this daycare offer infant care?
No. Cefa Lions Gate is not reported to serve children under 36 months.
Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?
Yes. Cefa Lions Gate 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. Cefa Lions Gate'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 23, 2026.
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Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 7, 2026.
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