Family Friends
Spaces available
Infant / toddler
Reported by the daycare to its licensing program · Updated May 26, 2026. Confirm directly before applying.
Family Friends is a licensed family daycare in Sechelt, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently reports available spaces for under 36 months.
Availability
Vacancy last reported: May 26, 2026
Licensing
Health & safety record
No critical violations on record. 21 non-critical findings noted since 2022.
August 21, 2025Routine4 non-critical
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical
There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56(1)(f)]
Observation. Operator does not keep a current log of minor incidents, illnesses or unexpected events.
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical
A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]
Observation. Many children's files were missing immunization status records.
- 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. The Operator is not consistently documenting inspections of the outdoor play space and equipment.
- STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical
The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)]; Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]
Observation. Operator has not been practicing fire drills monthly nor conducted an emergency drill. This failure to implement the required practice has continued since the previous inspection.
September 9, 2024Routine4 non-critical
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical
Furniture or equipment used for sleeping is not appropriate for the size, age and/or developmental level of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)(c)]
Observation. Licensee using a hammock for sleeping children.
- 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. Licensee does not have parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in cases of emergency.
- 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. Licensee reports doing regular inspections of outdoor play areas but no log is kept. Licensing will provide an inspection template/log to Licensee.
- STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical
The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)]; Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]
October 26, 2022Routine Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportSeptember 20, 2022Routine13 non-critical
- CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Behavioural GuidanceNon-critical
Behavioural guidance is appropriate to the age and development of each child. [CCLR Sec.51(1)(a)]
Observation. Reportable incident described in daily log reports that during an outing a child walked away and when the child did not return when called, the responsible adult "hid behind the trees and waited for him to follow us."
- CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Continuous Supervision RequiredNon-critical
Children are supervised at all times by a person who is an educator, an assistant or a responsible adult. [CCLR Sec. 39(1)]
Observation. Reportable incident recorded in daily log binder detailed that child was not supervised at all times during outing.
- CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Standards to be maintainedNon-critical
The community care facility is operated in a manner that promotes the health, safety, dignity of the children in care. [CCALA Sec. 7(1)(b)(i)Standards to be Maintained]
Observation. Reportable incident described in daily log reports that during an outing a child walked away from the caregiver and when the child did not come when called, the caregiver "hid behind the trees and waited for him to follow us."
- HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL / Health and HygieneNon-critical
Liquid hand soap and single use towels are not readily available at all hand wash sinks.
Observation. Licensee has provided facial tissue for children to dry hands.
- HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL / Physical Requirements of FacilityNon-critical
The diaper change area is not adjacent to a hand wash basin. [CCLR Sec. 14(4)(b)]
Observation. Diaper changing has been occurring in the main activity room not adjacent to a washbasin.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical
When care is provided to any child younger than 36 months of age a separate sleeping area located away from any activity area is provided. [CCLR Sec. 15(3)]
Observation. Children under 36 months have not be using a separate sleep area but instead have been napping on a couch in the activity area.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical
Furniture or equipment used for sleeping is not appropriate for the size, age and/or developmental level of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)(c)]
Observation. Children napping have been using the couch in the large playroom during scheduled rest time.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical
Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]
Observation. Scented air freshener (manufacturers warning "keep out of reach of children") was found in an accessible place in washroom and was moved to a high shelf during inspection. Hot water tank and cleaning products in hallway closet with unsecured bifold door are accessible by children.
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Notification of illness or injuryNon-critical
Licensing is notified within 24 hours after a child is involved in, or may have been involved in, a reportable incident described in Schedule H or has a reportable communicable disease. [CCLR Sec.55(2)(a)(b)]
Observation. Provider has record of a reportable incident in log book that was not reported to licensing within 24 hours.
- 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. Licensee does not have parental consent for any children to call emergency services.
- 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)]; A record for each child containing the date of enrolment in the facility is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(b)]; A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]
- STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical
Employees are of good character, have the personality, ability and temperament necessary to work with children, have the training and experience and demonstrate the skills necessary to carry out the duties assigned. [CCLR Sec 19(2)]
Observation. Reportable incident described in daily log reports that during an outing a child walked away from the husband of Licensee who was providing care as a responsible adult. When child would not comply with his directions, the RA hid behind a tree to see if child would follow.
- STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical
Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]
Observation. Zero fire drills have been practiced since centre was opened in June.
Inspection 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. Family Friends is not reported to serve children under 36 months.
Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?
Yes. Family Friends 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 May 26, 2026.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. Family Friends'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 August 21, 2025.
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