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Happy Faces Child Care Centre - Daycare

65F Graham Road Sherwood Park AB T8A 3V5 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Happy Faces Child Care Centre - Daycare has been inspected 10 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since January 25, 2024. The most recent inspection, on August 4, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

2 of 10 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 6 inspections with 27 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene and Protecting food from contamination.

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 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.

  • 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 8 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on May 21, 2026. For example: Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?

  • 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 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on May 21, 2026. For example: Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (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 9 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on August 4, 2026. For example: Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?

  • 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 5 separate inspections, most recently on May 21, 2026. For example: Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on February 2, 2026. For example: Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (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.

10 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Flooring in OSC room 2 requires repairseveral rooms including washrooms require painting and repair to ensure they are easily cleanable and impervious to moisture.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Flooring in OSC room 2 requires repairseveral rooms including washrooms require painting and repair to ensure they are easily cleanable and impervious to moisture. Ceiling tiles need to be replaced that are water damaged
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • Mop bucket/ storage items stored near and above diaper changing area.*continuation of violation Feb. 25, 2026.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Flooring in OSC room 2 requires repairseveral rooms including washrooms require painting and repair to ensure they are easily cleanable and impervious to moisture. Butterfly Room requires grouting repair near sinks*continuation of all violations, Feb 25, 2026.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Portable sink removed and replaced with new plumbed sink.Ensure sink is fully stocked for handwashing.Tap for sink is a push down button tap, ensure water is running long enough for adequate handwashing.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Remove all reusable hand drying towels, clothes lines and clips. Previous violation description:Hand washing supplies includes supplies for drying of hands. Acceptable drying supplies includes an air dryer, single service disposable/ individual use towels. Individual use reusable towels, immediately after use can be placed in a bin for washing. This prevents any cross contamination and communicable disease management. All used hand towels are not for reuse until cleaned in a washing machine.*continaution of violation
    • 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
      • Diapering station in ladybug washroom: This station will need to be assessed for a weight limit rating and safety rating. A safety plan for using and cleaning procedures*Continuation of violation Feb 25, 2026
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • Mop bucket/ storage items stored near and above diaper changing area.*continuation of violation Feb. 25, 2026.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Flooring in OSC room 2 requires repairseveral rooms including washrooms require painting and repair to ensure they are easily cleanable and impervious to moisture. Butterfly Room requires grouting repair near sinks*continuation of all violations, Feb 25, 2026.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Portable sink in place near diapering station in Chipmonk baby room.Portable sink still in use, plan with operator is to have all diapering take place in nearby washroom diapering station until a long term solution can be agreed upon. This sink is to not be in use and removed if being used by staff. Previous violation description:Portable sinks do not follow regulatory requirements for childcare settings. A plan to ensure proper hand hygiene and diapering is required for this diapering station.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Remove all reusable hand drying towels, clothes lines and clips. Previous violation description:Hand washing supplies includes supplies for drying of hands. Acceptable drying supplies includes an air dryer, single service disposable/ individual use towels. Individual use reusable towels, immediately after use can be placed in a bin for washing. This prevents any cross contamination and communicable disease management. All used hand towels are not for reuse until cleaned in a washing machine.*continaution of violation
    • 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
      • Diapering station in ladybug washroom: This station will need to be assessed for a weight limit rating and safety rating. A safety plan for using and cleaning procedures*Continuation of violation Feb 25, 2026
  5. Risk Management Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • Mop bucket/ storage items stored near and above diaper changing area.*continuation of violation Feb. 25, 2026.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Flooring in OSC room 2 requires repairseveral rooms including washrooms require painting and repair to ensure they are easily cleanable and impervious to moisture. Butterfly Room requires grouting repair near sinks*continuation of all violations, Feb 25, 2026.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Portable sink in place near diapering station in Chipmonk baby room.Portable sink still in use, plan with operator is to have all diapering take place in nearby washroom diapering station until a long term solution can be agreed upon. This sink is to not be in use and removed if being used by staff. Previous violation description:Portable sinks do not follow regulatory requirements for childcare settings. A plan to ensure proper hand hygiene and diapering is required for this diapering station.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Remove all reusable hand drying towels, clothes lines and clips. Previous violation description:Hand washing supplies includes supplies for drying of hands. Acceptable drying supplies includes an air dryer, single service disposable/ individual use towels. Individual use reusable towels, immediately after use can be placed in a bin for washing. This prevents any cross contamination and communicable disease management. All used hand towels are not for reuse until cleaned in a washing machine.*continaution of violation
    • 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
      • Diapering station in ladybug washroom: This station will need to be assessed for a weight limit rating and safety rating. A safety plan for using and cleaning procedures*Continuation of violation Feb 25, 2026
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Handwashing station doors screwed closed. Repair or remove doors as there is a requirement for access for plumbing and visually checking for water damage.*Continuation of violation, Feb 25, 2025
    • 28. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Critical)?
      • Washrooms require cleaning and housekeeping on walls, floors and in corners especially in areas where there is diapering near the floor.Step stools for toilets require replacement or repair to ensure they are smooth, easily cleanable.Change pad located in washroom has tape on top. Repair or place covering of change pad.*continuation of violation, feb 26, 2026
  6. Monitoring Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • Spray bottles throughout facility (2 observed) with liquid inside and no labelling. Ensure all chemicals/ bottles with liquids are labelled and not within access to children.Mop bucket/ storage items stored near and above diaper changing area.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Flooring in OSC room 2 requires repairseveral rooms including washrooms require painting and repair to ensure they are easily cleanable and impervious to moisture. Couch in Kinder room has crack/ tear: repair to ensure easily cleanable. Butterfly Room requires grouting repair near sinks
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Hand washing supplies includes supplies for drying of hands. Acceptable drying supplies includes an air dryer, single service disposable/ individual use towels. Individual use reusable towels, immediately after use can be placed in a bin for washing. This prevents any cross contamination and communicable disease management. All used hand towels are not for reuse until cleaned in a washing machine.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Portable sink in place near diapering station in Chipmonk baby room. Portable sinks do not follow regulatory requirements for childcare settings. A plan to ensure proper hand hygiene and diapering is required for this diapering station.
    • 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
      • Diapering station in ladybug washroom: This station will need to be assessed for a weight limit rating and safety rating. A safety plan for using and cleaning procedures
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Handwashing station doors screwed closed. Repair or remove doors as there is a requirement for access for plumbing and visually checking for water damage.
    • 24. Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (Non-Critical)?
      • Mattresses in baby room (chipmonk) have tears and holes, remove unsatisfactory mattresses
    • 28. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Critical)?
      • Washrooms require cleaning and housekeeping on walls, floors and in corners especially in areas where there is diapering near the floor.Step stools for toilets require replacement or repair to ensure they are smooth, easily cleanable.Change pad located in washroom has tape on top. Repair or place covering of change pad.
  7. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Various areas of the facility showed water staining of the ceiling tiles and required replacement. Provide roof repair as necessary.OSC Room- Door Number 1&2- Wall moulding was hanging/loose and required repair/replacement.
  9. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Door handles located at entrance doors contained duct tape fastened to plastic- child proof handles. Remove duct tape and provide handles that are in good repair, washable and cleanable.Surfaces of entrance doors within facility that separates the rooms were damaged and consisted of peeled paint. These surfaces required repair.Stepping stool surface located in one washroom was damaged and required repair/replacement.One ceiling tile located in the baby room was water-damaged and required replacement. Inspect the roof system and area to determine the source of leakage.Various wall surfaces were in the process of repair, with patches on the walls. Complete repairs and repaint surfaces.

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