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Fire Mountain Lodge - Whirlpool

121 Kananaskis Way Canmore AB T1W 0B2 · Aquatic Facility

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Inspection summary

Fire Mountain Lodge - Whirlpool has been inspected 18 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since December 26, 2023. The most recent inspection, on September 15, 2025, recorded 2 infractions.

2 of 18 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality and Food temperature control.

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 using the facility. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly cause illness or injury, such as water that is not properly treated.

  • Pool and spa water qualityHigher risk

    For pools, spas and splash pads, inspectors test disinfectant levels, pH and water clarity, and check safety equipment. Water that is not properly treated can spread skin, ear and stomach infections.

    Recorded 26 times across 14 separate inspections, most recently on September 15, 2025. For example: Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on September 10, 2025. For example: Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, water-test logs, posted bather rules and emergency procedures. Daily test logs are how operators show the water was checked and treated between inspections.

    Recorded 7 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on September 15, 2025. For example: Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit?

  • Food safety training and certificationLower risk

    Many jurisdictions require trained pool operators and certified lifeguards. These findings mean required training, certification or staffing records were missing at the time of inspection.

    Recorded 7 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on November 18, 2024. For example: Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?

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.

18 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
      • Was advised the sand in the filter has not been changed since 2019. This may be contributing to the recent unsatisfactory water results. Sand to be changed in the filter.
    • 11. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit?
      • Permit was not displayed at the facility.-Ensure permit is displayed in a conspicuous place that is easily seen by patrons.
  2. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample taken on September 8, 2025 had total coliforms present. Treat water to remove contamination. Resample.
    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample taken on September 2, 2025 had total coliforms present. Treat water to remove contamination. Resample.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Flow rate exceeded max flow rate of 61GPM, flow meter was reading 73 GPM. Filtration rate was 14.9 GPM/sqft. - Please adjust flow rate so it does not exceed the max flow rate for the filter.
    • 11. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit?
      • Permit was not displayed at the facility.-Ensure permit is displayed in a conspicuous place that is easily seen by patrons.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Scum layer was found floating on the surface in the skimmer basket area.- Ensure the pool is maintained in sanitary manner at all times.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample taken on September 2, 2025 had total coliforms present. Treat water to remove contamination. Resample.
    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample taken on September 8, 2025 had total coliforms present. Treat water to remove contamination. Resample.
    • 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
      • Was advised the sand in the filter has not been changed since 2019. This may be contributing to the recent unsatisfactory water results. Sand to be changed in the filter.
    • 11. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit?
      • Permit was not displayed at the facility.-Ensure permit is displayed in a conspicuous place that is easily seen by patrons.
  4. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample taken on September 2, 2025 had total coliforms present. Treat water to remove contamination. Resample.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Flow rate exceeded max flow rate of 61GPM, flow meter was reading 73 GPM. Filtration rate was 14.9 GPM/sqft. - Please adjust flow rate so it does not exceed the max flow rate for the filter.
    • 11. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit?
      • Permit was not displayed at the facility.-Ensure permit is displayed in a conspicuous place that is easily seen by patrons.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Scum layer was found floating on the surface in the skimmer basket area.- Ensure the pool is maintained in sanitary manner at all times.
  5. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • August 2, 2025 water sample had total coliforms present. Treat water to remove contamination. Resample.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Flow rate exceeded max flow rate of 61GPM, flow meter was reading 73 GPM. Filtration rate was 14.9 GPM/sqft. - Please adjust flow rate so it does not exceed the max flow rate for the filter.
    • 11. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit?
      • Permit was not displayed at the facility.-Ensure permit is displayed in a conspicuous place that is easily seen by patrons.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Scum layer was found floating on the surface in the skimmer basket area.- Ensure the pool is maintained in sanitary manner at all times.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Flow rate exceeded max flow rate of 61GPM, flow meter was reading 73 GPM. Filtration rate was 14.9 GPM/sqft. - Please adjust flow rate so it does not exceed the max flow rate for the filter.
    • 11. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit?
      • Permit was not displayed at the facility.-Ensure permit is displayed in a conspicuous place that is easily seen by patrons.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Scum layer was found floating on the surface in the skimmer basket area.- Ensure the pool is maintained in sanitary manner at all times.
  7. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday June 2nd, 2025, had pseudomonas isolated. - Operators were informed to treat and re-sample.
    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday June 2nd, 2025, had an HPC of 150 CFU/ml. - Operators were informed to treat and re-sample.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Flow rate exceeded max flow rate of 61GPM, flow meter was reading 73 GPM. Filtration rate was 14.9 GPM/sqft. - Please adjust flow rate so it does not exceed the max flow rate for the filter.
    • 11. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit?
      • Permit was not displayed at the facility.-Ensure permit is displayed in a conspicuous place that is easily seen by patrons.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Scum layer was found floating on the surface in the skimmer basket area.- Ensure the pool is maintained in sanitary manner at all times.
  8. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday June 2nd, 2025, had pseudomonas isolated. - Operators were informed to treat and re-sample.
    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday June 2nd, 2025, had an HPC of 150 CFU/ml. - Operators were informed to treat and re-sample.
  9. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday May 5th, 2025, had pseudomonas isolated. - Operators were informed to treat and re-sample.
    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday May 5th, 2025, had an HPC of 810 CFU/ml. - Operators were informed to treat and re-sample.
  11. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Demand Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Nov. 14, 2024 water sample had a plate count of 2300cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination. Resample.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Anti-entrapment plan indicates that the drain covers for the jet pump "expired" in April 2024. New drain covers for the jets need to be installed if this has not been done.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • Anti-entrapment plan is not complete; some questions were left blank. Need to fully complete the anti-entrapment plan.
  13. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Anti-entrapment plan indicates that the drain covers for the jet pump "expired" in April 2024. New drain covers for the jets need to be installed if this has not been done.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • Anti-entrapment plan is not complete; some questions were left blank. Need to fully complete the anti-entrapment plan.
  14. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • A Safety and Supervision Plan was not in place. Please complete plan and provide a copy.
  15. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • May 6, 2024 water sample had total coliforms present. Treat whirlpool water to remove contamination and resample.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • A Safety and Supervision Plan was not in place. Please complete plan and provide a copy.
  16. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample received by the lab had a date of collection on the requisition form that was later than the date the sample was received by the lab. Water sample was not processed. Resample this week.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • A Safety and Supervision Plan was not in place. Please complete plan and provide a copy.
  17. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • A Safety and Supervision Plan was not in place. Please complete plan and provide a copy.
  18. Demand Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Dec.22/23; Sample positive for total coliforms. Check systems, treat, and resample.
    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Sept. 11/23 water sample had a plate count of 980cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • A Safety and Supervision Plan was not in place. Please complete plan and provide a copy.

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