Blueberry Field Child Care Inc. - Under 36 Months

• STAFFING / Absent or Discontinued EmployeesNon-critical

  Absent or ceased employees are replaced with appropriately qualified employees. [CCLR Sec. 37(1)-(3) and Sec. 38]

  Observation. Originally found out of compliance November 28, 2025. Licensing observed the licensee had not replaced the employee since they stopped working at the facility in September 2025.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Group Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical

  Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the Licensee has not scheduled staff ratios according to Schedule E. Licensing discussed with the Licensee that the legislation requires an Infant Toddler Educator to be on the floor at all times unless absent due to specific reasons [CCLR 37 (1)(a)(b)].

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

  Observation. Licensee observed the Licensee had purchased a new change mat that is non-porous. It was observed there wasn't a procedure for cleaning the mat, which may cause cross contamination.

• PROGRAM / Program of activitiesNon-critical

  Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

  Observation. Originally found out of compliance on July 11, 2025. Licensing observed that even though there has been changes at the facility regarding materials used since last inspection, the program does not provide enough indoor and outdoor activities that are designed for the age, development and care of the children enrolled at the facility.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. Originally found out of compliance on July 11, 2025. Licensing observed that the licensee has made correction to the current records, but there are still children's records where the parent(s) are the emergency contact.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

  Observation. Licensing observed the change mat cover is porous, which does not allow to clean and sanitize the mat after every diaper change. Licensing is concerned as this can cause the spread of germs and cross contamination.

• PROGRAM / Program of activitiesNon-critical

  Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

  Observation. Licensing observed there are a variety of ages currently enrolled in the program, from 12 months to 29 months of age. Based on the group enrolled the children did not have access to indoor or outdoor activities designed to meet the development and care of the various ages or the children that are appropriate for the age and development of the children. The one year old did not have access to any toys or materials when outside. Licensing asked what the child liked and the Educator stated playing music. Licensing recommended to get the child a musical instrument. She provided three small toys for an activity, which the child did not engage with. There were no accessible toys in the outdoor play house. Inside the facility the books are ripped, torn, and need to be replaced. Licensing observed there are limited toys and activities both inside and outside to meet the developmental ages and stages of the children in care.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(i)]

  Observation. Originally found out of compliance July 31, 2024. The Licensee does not have a picture of all children that are enrolled in the program. - One child requires the start date on file. - One child requires the start date and an Emergency contact number

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  The entire outdoor play area is enclosed and constructed in a manner that is suitable for the age and development of children, and ensures that children are free of harm. [CCLR Sec. 16(3)(a)(b)]

  Observation. The outdoor area is fully enclosed with fencing. This fencing is showing areas that have gaps and are loose. There are also bricks at the base of the fence, which seem to be there due to gap at the bottom of the fencing. While this may be a short term solution, LO is concerned that a curious toddler could get serious injury from the brick or egress through the fence.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]

  Observation. There is information on children, but it is not consistent, and does not clearly show which children are absent, as there are some children who do not attend everyday, but are on the schedule daily.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Staff are trained in the implementation of the fire drill system and the emergency plan, including the use of any equipment noted in the fire drill system and emergency plan. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(a)]

  Observation. Fire extinguisher was due to be inspected May 2024.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. LO observed cleaning wipes in a cupboard (in kitchen) that is accessible to children, as well as on a shelf in the playroom.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. As discussed with the manager, there is ongoing maintenance issues that will require on going attention. Some of the concerns include - Wearing of shelves, diaper area, chipping of paint and areas that are unable to be disinfected. A recommendation is to have a log that is dedicated to maintenance, showing any items that require attention, date noticed and when it is corrected. Some items may take longer to address, while some can be addressed quite quickly. It was also noted that two of the shelving units (over 4 feet) are not attached to the wall and could potentially be a hazard.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Group Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical

  Children are adequately supervised by qualified employees in sufficient numbers to meet the needs of each child. [CCLR Sec.34(1)]

  Observation. As observed during previous inspection visit, LO observed that there was no qualified Infant and Toddler staff in ratio for the children in care. The qualified Infant and Toddler staff was not onsite during the inspection. This issue remains in non-compliance.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. As observed during previous inspection visit, LO observed an unsecured bi-fold door in the small activity room which poses a risk of injury. This issue remains in non-compliance.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Group Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical

  Children are adequately supervised by qualified employees in sufficient numbers to meet the needs of each child. [CCLR Sec.34(1)]

  Observation. LO observed that there was no qualified Infant and Toddler staff in ratio for 8 infants and toddlers in care. The qualified Infant and Toddler staff was not onsite during the inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed chipped and peeling paint on a wall in the small activity room. The wall appears to be in poor repair and not easy to clean.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. LO observed the following: -an unsecured bi-fold door in the small activity room which poses a risk of injury -cleaning accessories such as a toilet bowl brush cleaner, a mop and bucket accessible to children in the washroom

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed incomplete staff files. -immunization status has not been obtained for 1 staff -first aid certificate is not kept for 1 staff and -observed that 3 staff had criminal record check clearance letters issued from other institutions and not from the facility

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a 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 [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed that 1 ECE certificate has not been verified by registry