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BrightPath Lawrence Avenue

1370 Lawrence Ave Kelowna BC V1Y 6M7 · Restaurant - Food Service

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Google rating
4.7 / 5 (18)

Opening hours

  • Friday7 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
  • Monday7 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed
  • Thursday7 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday7 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday7 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

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Inspection summary

BrightPath Lawrence Avenue has been inspected 7 times by Interior Health Authority since November 13, 2014. The most recent inspection, on September 1, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

1 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Cleaning and sanitizing.

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 violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 2 times on March 17, 2025. For example: 7 Are foods protected from contamination?

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 17, 2025. For example: 7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on March 17, 2025. For example: 3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded once on April 19, 2023. For example: 2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded 2 times on March 17, 2025. For example: 3 Are written food handling procedures (Food Safety Plan) current and available on site?

About this data

These results come from Interior Health Authority, 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.

7 inspections

  1. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
      • Observation(s): Please confirm tests strips are in use for testing kitchen sanitizer solutions (ie. bleach, quaternary ammonia, etc). Please discard expired and discoloured test strips for quaternary ammonia hard surface sanitizer solutions and use tests trips daily at refilling of sanitizer spray bottles and sanitizer buckets. Please re-stock the empty disinfectant concentrate bottle at the chemical dispensing unit located above the mop sink. Please refer to the IH document "Preventing the Spread of Germs in Childcare Settings", including selecting the appropriate chemical for general housekeeping vs more contaminated surfaces and vomit/diarrhea events.
  2. Monitoring

    7 infractions

    • F1.7 Are foods protected from contamination?
      • Observation(s): Observed several bags of raw chicken stored on top of vegetable products inside the main kitchen freezer. Please ensure that raw animal proteins are stored below & adequately separated from vegetables and other ready to eat foods. Facility refrigeration and freezer units were observed overcrowded with containers of food stacked on top of each other in a disorganized and overcrowded manner. As discussed, please provide a plan for installation of additional commercial refrigerator/freezer at the BrightPath childcare facility in order to support safe food storage and to reduce overcrowding.
    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
      • Observation(s): Observed a bleach solution on the main kitchen counter stored in an unlabeled container; no tests strips were available in the kitchen to test for chlorine and test strips located for quaternary ammonia in a separate janitorial room were expired. The pre-mix station set-up at this janitorial area was also observed with an inadequately labelled dispensing unit. Two of the three dispending hoses at the wall mounted dispensing unit were missing chemical concentrate bottles and the third dispensing hose appeared to be for dispensing quaternary ammonia based sanitizer - when tested, a solution at 400+ppm was observed. Please ensure that sanitizer solutions are stored within properly labelled containers and provide test strips onsite for daily testing of the selected sanitizer solutions. Please contact a chemical supply company for servicing of the wall mounted chemical dispensing unit located in the janitorial area and ensure that appropriate chemicals are set-up in this unit to assist with ease of mixing chemicals that are necessary for ensuring sanitation of the kitchen and childcare facility itself (ie. cleaner/degreaser, disinfectant, food grade sanitizer).
    • F2.3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?
      • Observation(s): Observed a decline in the sanitation of equipment and kitchen surfaces since the time of last inspection, including an organic build-up and food debris inside the main kitchen refrigerator, blender, can opener, counters, floor and underneath equipment. Please completed a thorough cleaning of the entire kitchen and equipment and review sanitation procedures with staff to ensure the maintenance of sanitary food service facilities.
    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): Also as discussed, please provide a plan for repairing the uneven and peeling floor below the main kitchen refrigerator that may be contributing to a build up of organic filth in this area and, replacement of the worn toe kick below the counter with the dishwasher.
    • F2.7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?
      • Observation(s): Observed an empty pot within the main kitchen hand washing sink basin at the time of inspection. Please ensure that the main kitchen hand washing sink remains free of clutter and available for handwashing at all times.
    • F3.3 Are written food handling procedures (Food Safety Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): A food safety plan was not available for review at the time of inspection. Please located and maintain a copy of the BrightPath food safety plan for staff to reference and available for review at the time of follow-up.
    • F3.4 Are written sanitation procedures (Sanitation Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): A sanitation plan was not available for review at the time of inspection. Please located and maintain a copy of the BrightPath sanitation plan with information on chemicals used, concentration of sanitizer solutions, use of test strips, details on proper operation of the main kitchen dishwasher and, instructions for staff on daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning procedures.
  3. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F1.2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?
      • Observation(s): The overstock refrigerator in the side storage room was observed operating at a temperature of 9deg.C. The thermometer in this unit was also broken and requires replacement. Please service/adjust this refrigeration unit, replace the thermometer inside the unit and ensure operation at 4deg.C or less. Please also provide an industry standard probe thermometer as discussed with NSF certification. Please also provide a thermometer inside the main kitchen freezer and also monitor/record freezer temperatures daily.
  4. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
      • Observation(s): Test strips for Quaternary Ammonia have long expired.
  5. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F3.4 - Are the premises, equipment and utensils designed and maintained to ensure safe and sanitary food handling?
      • Observation(s): Counter/cupboards surrounding the dishwasher and sinks are worn/falling apart and require repair/replacement. Ice wand observed being stored improperly within the freezer.
  6. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  7. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • 13.4 - Are hand washing stations easily accessible?
      • Observation(s): The designated hand sink was used for other uses and it was corrected during inspection.

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Reviews

Reviews provided by Google Maps
  • Jason Lane

    Bright Parh is a wonderful facility, with friendly staff. Our girls started after school there just 4 months ago and they love it. The communication with instructors and administrators is always great, and the fun and creative activities they do are excellent. The girls love the bus ride from school, and they are always sad on days they are not able to take the bus and see their bright path friends and teachers.

  • B Hardy

    Our two children have been attending BrightPath for a few months now, and absolutely love it. Their teachers are caring, fun, and supportive. Their curriculum inspires the children, who often come home excited about what they've learned; they enjoy their days so much they often don't want to leave at the end of the day. The staff are open and easy to communicate with, and provide regular updates on each child. We couldn't be happier with this daycare.

  • Kelsey Wahler

    We are extremely pleased with the daycare services provided at Brightpath. The staff is not only professional but also genuinely caring and attentive to the needs of our son. The facility is clean, safe, and filled with engaging activities. Our son has blossomed under their care, and we appreciate the open communication from the staff about our son’s daily experiences. We highly recommend Brightpath for parents seeking an educational, and nurturing environment for their kids.

  • Melanie Fenton

    Our 1 year old just started daycare at BrightPath. It was hard for him to leave mom and dad and our home for the first couple of weeks, but he quickly acclimated thanks to his wonderful teachers. Already he enjoys his time there so much and the love and care his teachers have for him is so evident. Knowing he is well cared for and having fun is such a relief for me. Communication from the centre staff is clear and prompt and protocols and guidelines are well described in the handbook. The meal program is an extra bonus. Not worrying about making a lunch, and knowing that we don't have to worry about his food allergy, alleviates stress for us. Thank you BrightPath teachers and staff! :)

  • Maddie B

    We couldn't be more grateful that our little one attends BrightPath. He has attended for the last 2.5 years, starting when he was 14 months old. He adores his teachers, and we love that even when he moves up an age level he still gets to regularly see and interact with many of his previous teachers too. There is such a wonderful sense of continuity and community. The entire staff seem to know him and look out for him - which brings incredible peace of mind. The meal plan/menu is fresh, healthy and full of variety without sacrificing fun. The outdoor play area is the best of any daycare we've seen, and BrightPath works hard to get the kids outside as much as possible and allow them to be kids, rain or shine! We're also delighted to see our son learning letters, numbers, yoga, sign language, music, cultural holidays, and social responsibility (such as Truth & Reconciliation) in such a diverse and caring environment. The facilities are clean and well cared for, the community of families are welcoming, and the staff are incredible, they really do get to know and understand your child. The administration and communication is clear and timely, and changes to childcare fees have been promptly implemented and very considerately communicated/clarified. The building/grounds are secure with entry access codes and gates, and we love that the iphone app is updated throughout the day so we can see the menu, activities, and photos of what our little guy is up to! The centre is only closed for stat holidays generally, so it has been really compatible with our work schedules (no closing for 2 weeks at Christmas or March break!). Navigating potty training and naptimes has been a non-issue; BrightPath seems to find a way to meet every child where they are and integrate them into the classroom. Even through challenges - the pandemic, adjusting to new classrooms, waves of sickness - BrightPath has been organized, patient, positive, and compassionate. Every day we are grateful for BrightPath - our son tells us how much he loves it and it allows my spouse and I to work full time while feeling confident that our child is having an amazing and fun day with his teachers and friends. Thank you BrightPath for enriching our lives so very much!

  • Kaleena Morrice

    Brightpath is a great facility with amazing and caring teachers. Its the best feeling to pick your kids up and see they are always smiling and having fun while learning. Thank you for taking such great care of our babies!!

  • B P

    We highly recommend BrightPath for any families who value trust, great communication, care, and love for your children and assurance that amazing teachers are educating your little ones. We are so grateful for all they do daily. They make learning so much fun and provide updates on the kids' days. The teachers in room 3 have always been wonderful and care for our children like their own. Thank you 🙏💜

  • Michael Lino

    I cannot put into words how great an experience we have had at Brightpath Lawrence. Form management to all the staff, everyone has been amazing. My child's teachers are calm, patient, and caring. They make him and us feel included. They send pictures of activities daily. Their communication is great. We feel very lucky to have this opportunity at Brightpath Lawrence.

  • Jason Lane

    Bright Parh is a wonderful facility, with friendly staff. Our girls started after school there just 4 months ago and they love it. The communication with instructors and administrators is always great, and the fun and creative activities …

  • B Hardy

    Our two children have been attending BrightPath for a few months now, and absolutely love it. Their teachers are caring, fun, and supportive. Their curriculum inspires the children, who often come home excited about what they've learned; …

  • Kelsey Wahler

    We are extremely pleased with the daycare services provided at Brightpath. The staff is not only professional but also genuinely caring and attentive to the needs of our son. The facility is clean, safe, and filled with engaging activities. …

  • Melanie Fenton

    Our 1 year old just started daycare at BrightPath. It was hard for him to leave mom and dad and our home for the first couple of weeks, but he quickly acclimated thanks to his wonderful teachers. Already he enjoys his time there so much and …

  • Maddie B

    We couldn't be more grateful that our little one attends BrightPath. He has attended for the last 2.5 years, starting when he was 14 months old. He adores his teachers, and we love that even when he moves up an age level he still gets to …

  • Kaleena Morrice

    Brightpath is a great facility with amazing and caring teachers. Its the best feeling to pick your kids up and see they are always smiling and having fun while learning. Thank you for taking such great care of our babies!!

  • B P

    We highly recommend BrightPath for any families who value trust, great communication, care, and love for your children and assurance that amazing teachers are educating your little ones. We are so grateful for all they do daily. They make …

  • Michael Lino

    I cannot put into words how great an experience we have had at Brightpath Lawrence. Form management to all the staff, everyone has been amazing. My child's teachers are calm, patient, and caring. They make him and us feel included. They …

  • Shelby Dutkiwich

    BrightPath was at the top of my childcare list when we found out we were expecting and we were thrilled when we were able to secure a spot. The educators are amazing and fill the days with theme based activities and play. They keep constant …

  • Billi-Rai Driscoll

    I would like to say that Brightpath Lawrence is a happy and fun place to be. My nephew and niece have gone there for several years and enjoy their time there. The activities are engaging and fun. I would recommend this place to any family …

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