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Active Start Child Care - Facility

514 50 Street SW Edmonton AB T6X 1A4 · Child Care Facility

Inspection summary

Active Start Child Care - Facility has been inspected 5 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since October 16, 2025. The most recent inspection, on July 21, 2026, found no infractions.

4 of 5 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 4 inspections with 6 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people in care. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly make someone sick, and they matter more here because young children, older adults and people who are unwell are more vulnerable to infection.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food and supplies are stored and handled: kept covered, off the floor, and away from anything that could contaminate them. Where food is served, raw meat must be kept away from ready-to-eat food, a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 2 times on June 23, 2026. For example: Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hand hygiene is the most important way to stop germs spreading between children, residents and staff. Inspectors check that sinks are stocked and easy to reach, that staff wash their hands when required (for example after diapering or before handling food), and that sick staff stay away from work.

    Recorded once on June 23, 2026. For example: Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded once on June 23, 2026. For example: Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded once on June 23, 2026. For example: Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Critical)?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on June 23, 2026. For example: Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?

About this data

These results come from Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health), which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

5 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • Caterpillars Room-Small choking hazards were observed in the craft area (ex. pom poms, stickers, small toys). Small items like this should not be used by infants or toddlers as they are a choking hazard. Please remove.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • Sunflowers Room-Baby Powder was observed in the diapering area. Please do not use baby powder as the small particles can irritate children’s lungs.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • Sunflowers Room and Sunbeams 2 Room-The area under diapering mats had a build-up of debris. Please ensure that both the top and underneath mats are being cleaned and disinfected.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Butterflies 2 Room-An educator was observed closing the door to the washroom while diapering. As the washroom sink is the designated handwashing sink for this room the washroom door needs to stay open while diapering.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Whales Room -Soap dispenser push lever was stained with paint.
    • 28. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Critical)?
      • Sunflowers Room, Sunbeams Room 1, Fireflies Room-Items were being stored in the washroom (ex. craft supplies, toys, equipment) in these classrooms. Please do not store anything unnecessary in the washroom as they are at higher risk for contamination.
  3. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

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