Little Munchkin Daycare Ltd.

• LICENSING / Continuing duty to informNon-critical

  Licensing has been notified immediately of any change in the information provided under Section 9 (Applying for a License). [CCLR Sec. 10(1)]

  Observation. On November 27, 2025, licensing observed that the landlord had moved into the group childcare space on the second floor of the home. They were present on the premises at the time of inspection. The landlord was to move out on January 26, 2026. On January 27, 2026, licensing observed that all three second floor bedroom doors were locked. A camera was located above the master bedroom door. Staff did not have the keys to unlock the bedroom doors. Licensing was unable to inspect the second floor of the home.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed that the fence on the West side of the home between the home and the neighbour at 3760 West 29th was gone.

• LICENSING / Continuing duty to informNon-critical

  Licensing has been notified immediately of any change in the information provided under Section 9 (Applying for a License). [CCLR Sec. 10(1)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that an adult had moved into the group childcare space on the second floor of the home. They were present on the premises at the time of inspection.

• LICENSING / Continuing duty to informNon-critical

  Structural changes have been approved by Licensing. [CCLR Sec. 10(2)]

  Observation. An exterior staircase has been added to the premise. This structural change has not been reviewed or approved by licensing.

• 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. One of the protective strips on the fireplace in the nap area has become loose exposing the sharp stone corner underneath.

• 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 an entrapment gap at the bottom of the fence.

• 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. Some of the vinyl blocks are showing wear and tear with the vinyl coming off in the corners. These items are no longer in good repair and cannot be properly sanitized.

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]

  Observation. Licensing observed that an adult had moved into the group childcare space on the second floor of the home. They were present on the premises at the time of inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed a blunt corner of a fireplace hearth located in the main play room. This corner appeared to be previously covered by a protective cover but was observed to be uncovered during inspection. This poses a risk of injury.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that the water located in the programs emergency supplies was expired. The food was observed to be still current.

• 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. Licensing observed a children's play house in the outdoor play space. In the entry way to the play house, Licensing observed the bottom part of the door frame to be broken with sharp edges. This poses as a hazard.

• 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. Licensing observed in the facilities log book that the facility was closed on December 20th and 22nd due to snow. Closure or any condition or event which could reasonably be expected to impair the ability of the Licensee, their employees to provide care falls under the reportable incident type "service delivery problem." Licensing requires an incident report for both days of closure.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed the refrigerator at a temperature of 5'C. The refrigerator's temperature was adjusted during today's inspection. Licensing observed two large sheets of plastic located on the kitchen floor. One sheet of plastic was located directly underneath a convection oven. Licensing was informed that the intention of the plastic was to preserve the floor and prevent further damage. This poses as a risk to safety. Licensing observed a children's safety gate located in the kitchen area. The gate is used to divide the napping area from the kitchen area. The gate appeared to be very large for the space and folding in multiple areas. The gate also appeared to rock back and forth with ease. This gate does not provide an effective safety barrier between the napping area and the kitchen. Licensing recommends a taller safety barrier to ensure children do not have access to the kitchen area. Licensing observed children's chairs stacked on top of each other at a high height. The chairs were stacked against the children's safety gate used to divide the napping area from the kitchen area. The chairs were observed to easily tip when touched. During today's inspection a child was observed reaching for and touching the stacked chairs before a staff member intervened. This poses a risk of injury. Licensing observed a carpet in the hallway outside of the children's washroom. The carpet appeared to be large for the space and was bunched up in multiple areas. This poses as a tripping hazard. Licensing observed a children's lock on the children's washroom door. The lock easily came loose from the door during today's inspection.

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

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

  Observation. Licensing observed a set of large curtains dividing the main room area from the nap room area. The middle curtain rod bracket was observed to be damaged and loosely hanging off the wall. During today's inspection Licensing observed a child pulling on the curtain. This poses as a hazard. Licensing observed cribs placed in close proximity to the nap room curtains. The curtains are easily accessible to children from their cribs. This poses as a hazard. This was previously identified on August 30, 2021 inspection report. Licensing observed a blind cord accessible to children in the napping room area. This poses a risk of entanglement. This was previously identified on August 30, 2021 inspection report.