Port Alberni Paawats
Port Alberni Paawats is a licensed group daycare in Port Alberni, BC serving children 2.5 to 5 years. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently has no reported availability.
Programs & services
Age groups served
30 months to 5 years, Licensed preschool
Operating hours
Weekdays
ECE certified
Staff hold Early Childhood Education certification
ELF programming
Early Learning Framework programming offered
Meals provided
Extra fee
Special needs accommodation
This facility accommodates children with special needs
Availability
Vacancy last reported: June 25, 2026
Licensing
Health & safety record
2 findings recorded across 8 inspections since 2022. This health authority does not classify findings by severity.
February 24, 2026RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMarch 27, 2025Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportFebruary 27, 2025RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMay 21, 2024Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMarch 4, 2024Routine1 item noted
- 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 reviewed 5 of 11 children's. files. Two were missing repayment agreements.
Corrective action. Ensure to keep a written statement that the licensee delivers to persons who prepay part of the of the cost service.
3070 - CCLR 56.1(2)(a)
February 13, 2023RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMarch 3, 2022Follow-Up1 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 contact3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
February 17, 2022RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportInspection data from Island Health, last synced July 8, 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. Port Alberni Paawats is licensed by Island Health under license number TMGN-A32NX9.
What ages does this daycare accept?
Port Alberni Paawats serves children 2.5 to 5 years. Reported age groups served include 30 months to 5 years and licensed preschool.
Does this daycare offer infant care?
No. Port Alberni Paawats is not reported to serve children under 36 months.
Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?
Yes. Port Alberni Paawats 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 25, 2026.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. Port Alberni Paawats'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 February 24, 2026.
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Operated by
Huu-ay-aht First Nation
Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 7, 2026.
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