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Children's Explore Centre Daycare - Kitchen

3916 118 Avenue NW Edmonton AB T5W 0Z9 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Children's Explore Centre Daycare - Kitchen has been inspected 11 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since October 23, 2023. The most recent inspection, on June 18, 2026, found no infractions.

1 of 11 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests.

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.

  • 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 and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 7 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on May 25, 2026. For example: Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

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

    Recorded 10 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on May 25, 2026. For example: Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?

  • Food safety training and certificationLower risk

    Most jurisdictions require a certified food handler or manager on site, and some require allergen or food-worker training. These findings mean the paperwork or the trained person was missing at the time. They do not by themselves mean food was handled unsafely.

    Recorded 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on May 25, 2026. For example: Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on January 15, 2025. For example: Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 22, 2024. For example: Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?

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.

11 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • **Observed open boxes/containers of food in the kitchen cupboard.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • **Lots of mouse droppings observed in the kitchen.**A dead mouse was observed in a trap under the sink.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Mop and bucket were being stored in the central kitchen area. Please ensure that the mop and bucket are being stored in a separate area.> Mop and bucket was observed being stored in the kitchen area during the inspection. Jan 15 2025> Mop and bucket was observed being stored in the kitchen area during the inspection. May 25th, 2026
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Cracking in the kitchen flooring tilesOutstanding Nov 20, 2024> Laminate flooring in the kitchen was showing signs of disrepair and was observed to be lifting in areas. The flooring was not smooth and cleanable.> Laminate flooring in the kitchen was showing signs of disrepair and was observed to be lifting in areas. The flooring was not smooth and cleanable. Outstanding on May 25th, 2026.
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • Mould was observed on the based of the cabinet in under the kitchen sink. No active leak was observed at the time of the inspection. Please remove damaged materials and replace with new materials that are smooth, cleanable and impervious to moisture.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Mop and bucket were being stored in the central kitchen area. Please ensure that the mop and bucket are being stored in a separate area.> Mop and bucket was observed being stored in the kitchen area during the inspection. Jan 15 20252) Bleach spray bottle in the kitchen area was not properly operational. Replacement required.> Corrected Jan 15 2025
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • Food handling permit was not properly displayed and was not observed at the time of the inspection.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • All staff are to pursue Basic Food Safety Training (free course).> PHI was advised that all staff completed the food safety basics. Please provide copy of certificates by email. Jan 15 2025
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Cracking in the kitchen flooring tilesOutstanding Nov 20, 2024> Laminate flooring in the kitchen was showing signs of disrepair and was observed to be lifting in areas. The flooring was not smooth and cleanable.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    9 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Some dry goods on the counter and in the cupboards were observed to be open. Food is required to be stored in sealed container to protect form contamination.
    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • An active cockroach infestation was noted throughout the facility, particularly in the following areas: 1) Infant room - cockroaches were observed on sticky traps throughout the infant room in various stages of growth from nymph to adult. Adult cockroaches were observed to be still moving on some of the traps.2) Kitchen - cockroach were observed on sticky traps under the sink and in the cupboards as well as live cockroaches observed at the base of the fridge where the door hinge is located.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • A dead mouse was observed behind the stove.
    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • Mould was observed on the based of the cabinet in under the kitchen sink. No active leak was observed at the time of the inspection. Please remove damaged materials and replace with new materials that are smooth, cleanable and impervious to moisture.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Mop and bucket were being stored in the central kitchen area. Please ensure that the mop and bucket are being stored in a separate area.> Storage moved to cupboard.2) Bleach spray bottle in the kitchen area was not properly operational. Replacement required.
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • Food handling permit was not properly displayed and was not observed at the time of the inspection.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • All staff are to pursue Basic Food Safety Training (free course).
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Cracking in the kitchen flooring tilesOutstanding Nov 20, 2024> Laminate flooring in the kitchen was showing signs of disrepair and was observed to be lifting in areas. The flooring was not smooth and cleanable.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • Children's bottles, cups and other dishes were not being stored in a sanitary manner. Due to pest infestation bottles and other dishes including disposable should be stored in a sanitary and enclosed bin to prevent contamination. Please ensure bottles are dry prior to storage.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Some dry goods on the counter and in the cupboards were observed to be open. Food is required to be stored in sealed container to protect form contamination.
    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • An active cockroach infestation was noted throughout the facility, particularly in the following areas: 1) Infant room - cockroaches were observed on sticky traps throughout the infant room in various stages of growth from nymph to adult. Adult cockroaches were observed to be still moving on some of the traps.2) Kitchen - cockroach were observed on sticky traps under the sink and in the cupboards as well as live cockroaches observed at the base of the fridge where the door hinge is located.
    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • Mould was observed on the based of the cabinet in under the kitchen sink. No active leak was observed at the time of the inspection. Please remove damaged materials and replace with new materials that are smooth, cleanable and impervious to moisture.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Mop and bucket were being stored in the central kitchen area. Please ensure that the mop and bucket are being stored in a separate area.2) Bleach spray bottle in the kitchen area was not properly operational. Replacement required.
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • Food handling permit was not properly displayed and was not observed at the time of the inspection.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • All staff are to pursue Basic Food Safety Training (free course).
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Cracking in the kitchen flooring tilesOutstanding Nov 20, 2024> Laminate flooring in the kitchen was showing signs of disrepair and was observed to be lifting in areas. The flooring was not smooth and cleanable.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • Children's bottles, cups and other dishes were not being stored in a sanitary manner. Due to pest infestation bottles and other dishes including disposable should be stored in a sanitary and enclosed bin to prevent contamination. Please ensure bottles are dry prior to storage.
  6. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • 1. Cracking in the kitchen flooring tiles*Pending
  7. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • 1. The foundation of the building is in poor condition with cracks and gapping which is allowing mice to get in to the facility2. Cracking in the kitchen flooring tiles
  8. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • 1. The foundation of the building is in poor condition with cracks and gapping which is allowing mice to get in to the facility2. Cracking in the kitchen flooring tiles
  9. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • 1. The foundation of the building is in poor condition with cracks and gapping which is allowing mice to get in to the facility2. Cracking in the kitchen flooring tiles
  10. Demand Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • - New mice urine and dropping observed in the cabinet underneath sink (previously captured mice have been removed and new traps are present)
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • 1. The foundation of the building is in poor condition with cracks and gapping which is allowing mice to get in to the facility2. Cracking in the kitchen flooring tiles
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • - Further clear-out of extra and unused items required in the kitchen cabinets. Deep cleaning of flooring, underneath and behind equipment to remove and food debris strongly encouraged.
  11. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • - Mouse urine and dropping observed in the cabinet - Corona communicated pest control company (Precision Pest Control) visits once a month and checks baits however Last report on site is from May 2023. - Monthly Pest Control checklists last completed in 2019.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • - Corona communicated pest control company (Precision Pest Control) visits once a month and checks baits however last report on site is from May 2023- Monthly pest control checklist completed in 2019

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