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Brightpath Southwood - Daycare

10807 Elbow Drive SW Calgary AB T2W 1G5 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Brightpath Southwood - Daycare has been inspected 9 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since January 18, 2024. The most recent inspection, on May 14, 2026, found no infractions.

4 of 9 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 4 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

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 once on January 27, 2026. For example: Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-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 January 18, 2024. 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 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on May 5, 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 23, 2025. For example: Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?

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.

9 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • The knob on the teacher’s cabinet located in Room 1 was loose and fell off during use, exposing the sharp end of the screw.Please repair the knob.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Bingo markers not safe for children were found throughout the facility.The operator was informed about acceptable markers for children, labelled with an "AP" stamp or labelled as non-toxic with an age range. The operator removed the bingo markers. Please sort through all craft materials and remove anything potentially hazardous to children.2) A broken shell was observed in Toddler Room 1, creating sharp edges.The operator promptly removed the shell. Please monitor the basket of shells and remove any in disrepair to eliminate any potential hazards.3) No safety locks were installed on the teacher's cabinet with personal belongings.The operator installed child safety locks on the cabinets.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) A woven straw basket was used in Room 1 and 2. Woven straw baskets are absorbent and have grooves and crevices trapping contaminants.The operator promptly removed the woven baskets and replaced them with smooth, easily cleanable plastic bins.2) A shaggy rug was used in Room 2. The long fibres from the rug can trap contaminants make it difficult to thoroughly clean.The operator promptly replaced the rug with one with short fibres and easier to deep clean.3) The leather couches located in Room 1, and the Room 3 were worn with peeling surfaces making it difficult to effectively clean.The operator promptly removed the couches from the facility and have informed the inspector of plans to replace them.4) Wooden toy blocks located in the Kindergarten Room were unfinished with rough surfaces that can absorb and trap contaminants.The operator promptly removed the unfinished wooden blocks.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) The wall located beside the entry door to Room 1 was in disrepair, exposing the dry wall.Please repair and refinish the wall to ensure the surfaces are smooth, easily cleanable, and impervious to contaminants.2) The knob on the teacher’s cabinet located in Room 1 was loose and fell off during use, exposing the sharp end of the screw.Please repair the knob.
  4. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Flooring around a toilet in room #2 was damaged. - Ensure that flooring round toilets is moisture resistant and easy to clean.
    • 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
      • Water infiltration and flooding were observed in the basement, specifically near the stairwell, the right OSC classroom, and within the furnace room.Please ensure the following: - Retain a restoration company to assess and remediate the source of the water.- Provide AHS with a report that outlines the following:• Identification and description of all issues discovered• Affected areas documented and clearly outlined• Corrective actions taken, including any completed repairs
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Flooring around a toilet in room #2 was damaged. - Ensure that flooring round toilets is moisture resistant and easy to clean.
  8. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • A paper towel dispenser was empty in an OOSC washroom. Some paper towels were stored on top of a mirror. - Refill the paper towel dispenser. Store paper towels adequately protected from contamination.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Used cloths were sitting at sinks in most classrooms. - Discard/place wiping cloths in a laundry bin after use.
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • Uncleanable straw hats were being used in OOSC program. - Remove the hats since they can not be cleaned/ disinfected or laundered.

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