Mother's Touch Daycare

Observation. - The diaper changing mat and the food surfaces are not disinfected using a sanitizing solution after each use. This may pose a potential risk of spreading illnesses among children. Submit a response with evidence of compliance by May 15, 2026. - A soiled diaper is placed on top of a garbage bin in the washroom accessible to children. Soiled diapers must not be accessible to children to reduce the risk of exposure to body fluids, harmful bacteria and the spread of communicable diseases. Submit a response with evidence of compliance by May 15, 2026.

Observation. - The annual practice of the emergency evacuation plan for 2023 is not documented. Keeping current record of practiced emergency evacuation drills is important to evaluate the effectiveness of procedures, identify gaps, helps maintain accountability and preparedness for real emergencies. Submit a response with evidence of compliance by May 15, 2026.

Observation. - There is no care plan for a child who requires extra support. Care plans guide employees in their daily interactions with the child, outlining specific strategies, accommodations and responses ensuring children's developmental and behavioral needs are met consistently and effectively. Submit a response with evidence of compliance by May 15, 2026. - Inspections, maintenance, and repairs of the outdoor play space are not being documented for May 2026. Lack of documentation of inspections and repairs risks unnoticed hazards, which could cause unsafe conditions and potential injuries to children. Submit a response with evidence of compliance by May 15, 2026.

Observation. The Licensing Officer observed that a person who resides in the home, does not have a valid Criminal Record Check clearance letter on file. This must be addressed immediately as persons over the age of 12 must not be ordinarily present at the facility without a valid criminal record check as per Section 20 of CCLR. The Licensee indicated that they have applied for this person's new criminal record check and are waiting for it to be processed through the Criminal Record Review Program. Submit a written compliance plan including evidence by 22-April-2025 that addresses how compliance will be achieved until this person's clearance letter is received.

Observation. - Through a review of child records, it was observed that a child's file was missing their medical practitioner's information. Another child's file was missing their medical insurance number and immunization status. As per Section 57 of CCLR, all children's records must be kept complete showing their personal information. Submit a written compliance plan including copies of the complete records by 22-April-2025. - Child records were also missing one child's photograph or digital image. A photograph or digital image of each child must be kept which can be used to readily identify child in emergencies. Submit a written compliance plan including evidence by 22-April-2025 that this child's file is complete as per Section 57.

Observation. - It was observed that a dresser's drawers were not child proof as they slide right out. This may pose a potential risk of injuries to children if these drawers were to fall over the children. A healthy and safe environment must be provided at all times as per Section 13 of CCLR. Submit a written compliance plan including evidence that addresses how have you corrected this issue on or before 22-April-2025. - A plastic picnic table, two tricycles and other toys in the outdoor play space were observed in poor repair. This may pose a potential risk of injuries to children. As per Section 13 of CCLR, facility, equipment and furniture must be clean and in good repair. Submit a written compliance plan with evidence that addresses how have you corrected these issues on or before 22-April-2025.

Observation. - There is no log of minor accidents, illnesses or unexpected events. - More than one child's record was incomplete.

Observation. As per the Active Play Standards a written Active Play/Screen time policy is required to be in place and provided to parents.