Caribou (3-5 GDC) - Group Child Care (30 Months to School Age)

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

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. - Wooden panel is observed to be missing from the climber. Manager informs that a work order had been submitted on April 20, 2026. - The climbing wall leading up to the platform of the climber has come loose, and can be a potential pinching hazard when used. Manager informs that a work order had been submitted on April 20., 2026.

• 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. The lock/latch on the door in between the main activity space and patio is jammed, and does not close/open properly. A work order has been submitted.

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

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. A large hole has appeared on the side of the sandbox area. Manager informs that a work order has been sent in already. Continue monitoring other areas of rotting wood stumps, and plan for replacement. Facility has placed rubber tires across several rotting wood stumps, and plan to grow plants/vegetables inside so children do not run on the area or climb there.

• 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. Inspections are conducted daily of the outdoor space, by the opening shift. Records show a log kept on some days, but not all days.

• 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. Licensing observed rotting wood planks and wooden stumps in several areas of the playground. Manager informs that a work order has been submitted for repairs. In the meantime, a supervision plan is put in place for areas such as the sandbox, and temporary reinforcements for rotting wood stumps with rubber tires as gardening beds. Conversation surrounding the cement base of the post on the hill being covered or padded in case of fall accidents from the slope. roots protruding from the dirt by surrounding vegetation may cause tripping hazards. Manager informs these can be cut.

• 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. Manager informs that some pieces of missing information have been obtained. There are still outstanding pieces of information, all parents have been notified, and awaiting response.

• 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. Licensing observed a paper towel dispenser next to the cubby area, to be held together by tape. This item is no longer in good repair. Children are currently using a different holder for paper towel after washing hands. Manager informs that this dispenser is not being used, and can be removed.

• 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. Licensing observed rotting wood planks and wooden stumps in several areas of the playground. Manager informs that work order has been put in, for replacements. In the meantime, a supervision plan is put in place for areas such as the sandbox edges, and temporary reinforcements for rotting wood stumps covered with rubber tires.

• 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. Licensing observed a minor incident log to be available, however, the last entry is noted on April 10. This log is no longer current.

• 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. Licensing observed several pieces of information missing from children's files including emergency contacts, doctor information, and medical insurance information.

• 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. Outdoor inspections are conducted, however, not recorded.

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. One ECE certificate has expired. Manager informs that documents have been submitted, but the renewal has not arrived.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICES / NutritionNon-critical

  Children are not left unsupervised while consuming food or drink. [CCLR Sec. 48(4)(c)]

  Observation. *During today's visit a child was observed to be eating snack; while there was an educator present, they were observed to be busy at times with other tasks such as greeting children and writing notes in the communication book with their back turned.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *CCFL observed string lights and a cord from the light table in the main activity room that were loose and unsecured. *Scarves were hung up in the climber for the children to explore; the green scarf was attached in such a way that it could become an entanglement risk.

• 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. *The double sink in the kitchen was observed to be clogged on one side and out of order.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Ground Surfacing: The depth of loose fill material (protective surfacing) meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of the Standard of Practice. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. *The fill in the fall zones around the slide and climbing wall appears to be a bit thin.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *CCFL observed string lights and a lamp cord in the main activity room that were loose and unsecured. This is a possible entanglement hazard, *The cord from a music player was observed to be loose and hanging down from a shelf in the nap room. This is a possible tipping and/or entanglement hazard.

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

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

  Observation. *The child lock on the lower kitchen cupboard was unsecured, allowing children access to cleaning spray.

• 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. *CCFL observed a protruding screw that was sticking out on the top step of the stairs leading up to the climber. This is a tripping hazard.

• 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. *CCFL observed several of the children's emergency cards were missing the required information. 2 were missing care card numbers, 1 was observed to have no emergency contact and 3 listed the out of town contact person as the same person as the local contact. *Some of the children's photos appeared to be possibly out of date, blurry or hard to see.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *Licensing observed unsecured and accessible blind cords throughout the facility (main activity areas and nap room). These pose a possible entanglement hazard. *A string of lights in the nap room was hanging down, loose and accessible. This poses the possibility of entanglement.

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

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

  Observation. *The lower kitchen cupboard was secured, however there is a cut-out in the cupboard door that allows children access to the cleaning products located inside.

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

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. *The wooden climber, stairs, and beams in the outdoor play yard are slippery due to the winter algae build up. This is a slip hazard. *The climbing wall on the outdoor climber is rotting all along the bottom. This item is no longer in good repair. *Licensing observed several stumps and many of the wooden features in the outdoor play yard are rotting and have become deteriorated.