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Brilliant Minds Academy - Child Care

1 - 22 Elizabeth Street Okotoks AB T1S 1J7 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Brilliant Minds Academy - Child Care has been inspected 12 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 21, 2023. The most recent inspection, on July 29, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

5 of 12 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 4 inspections with 5 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, 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.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 29, 2026. For example: Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Non-Critical)?

  • 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 across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 4, 2025. 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 November 20, 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 7 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on November 4, 2025. 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 January 8, 2024. For example: Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (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.

12 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 27. Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Non-Critical)?
      • 1 mouse dropping was found along the west wall in Birch Room.- Mouse dropping was cleaned using 1 part bleach 9 parts water solution. Integrated pest control management is in place.
  2. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 27. Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Two mouse droppings were found along the south wall in Birch Room. Two mouse droppings were found in front of the dryer in the staff room. Some mouse droppings were found in Elm Room in the foam block bag and on the east wall by the blue carpet. - Impacted childcare rooms were unoccupied at the time of inspection and shall be cleaned and disinfected prior to reoccupying the rooms. Droppings to be safely cleaned and disinfected with 1 part bleach to 9 parts water. Surfaces and toys to be cleaned with 1000ppm chlorine. Mouthed toys disinfected with 1000ppm chlorine should be rinsed with potable water after being disinfected.
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • The label for the chlorine disinfectant spray bottle in Cedar Room was faded and not legible.- Spray bottle was labeled during the inspection. Ensure all spray bottle labels are legible.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) The blue carpet in Larch Room had an accumulation of debris.2) The blue carpet in Cedar Room had an accumulation of debris. - Carpets to be cleaned daily.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) There was an accumulation of debris noted under the diapering mats in Cedar Room and Elm Room.- Areas to be routinely checked and cleaned and disinfected. Areas were cleaned and disinfected during the inspection.2) A metal jingle bell toy in Larch Room was rusting, and paint was chipping off.- Toy was removed during the inspection.
  5. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 05. Are communicable diseases at this facility being properly managed?
      • The chlorine concentration in Cedar and Elm Room measured 100ppm. The chlorine concentration in Larch Room measured 500ppm.- Chlorine concentration was corrected to 1000ppm during the inspection.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • There was an accumulation of debris noted under the diapering mat in Larch Room.- The diapering mat and surface was cleaned and disinfected during the inspection.
  6. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Damaged walls and visible holes were observed throughout the Oak Room. ***Please repair the damaged walls.
  9. Monitoring Inspection

    9 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • Chlorine bleach sanitizer spray bottle located in the Aspen Room (3-4) was not labelled.***Operator promptly labelled the spray bottle indicating the contents in the bottle was chlorine bleach.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • Diaper changing straps located in the Cedar Room (12-18 month) and the Larch Room (2-3) were broken and detached from its anchoring point.***Please repair the straps from the diaper changing tables.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Paper towel at the handwash sink located in the washroom by the laundry room was observed to be out of the dispenser. Paper towels should be in a dispenser that protects it from contamination.***Please stock the dispenser with a paper towel.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Damaged walls and visible holes were observed throughout the Oak Room. ***Please repair the damaged walls.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Dirt and debris were observed under the cushion of the changing table located in the Larch Room (2-3).***Please clean and sanitize the indicated area.
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • Toy bins located in the Oak Room were observed to have an accumulation of dirt and debris at the bottom of the bins.***Please clean and sanitize both the buckets and the toys inside them.
    • 24. Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (Non-Critical)?
      • Children's individual bedding located in the Birch Room (4-5) were observed in contact with each other.***Please keep children's individual bedding separate and out of contact from each other.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • Reusable eating spoons for children were observed to be mixed with craft materials located under the handwash sink of the Larch Room (2-3). Utensils and craft materials must be store separately to avoid cross contamination or accidental ingestion of craft material.***Please remove the reusable spoons from the craft materials and store them in its own distinguishable location.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • Wooden toys were observed stored in the washroom of the Maple Room.***Operator promptly removed the toys from the washroom.
  10. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Initial Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 13. Is this facility properly heated to ensure client comfort (Critical)?
      • The air temperature in the following rooms were below 20C:a) Aspen Room (13C measured)b) Birch Room (13C measured)c) Cedar Room (13C measured)d) Elm Room (14C measured)e) Larch Room (13C measured)f) Maple Room (15C measured)- Ensure all rooms are maintained at a minimum of 20C.
    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • The central washroom beside the office had a maximum hot water reading of 57C.- Ensure hot water maximums for handwashing does not exceed 54C. 49C hot water maximum is recommended.
  12. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

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