Kananaskis Nordic Spa - Gathering Pool
1 Centennial Drive Kananaskis Village AB T0L 2H0 · Aquatic Facility
Inspection summary
Kananaskis Nordic Spa - Gathering Pool has been inspected 27 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since March 25, 2024. The most recent inspection, on September 8, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.
None of the 27 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 6 inspections with 9 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality and Food temperature control.
Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.
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 42 times across 21 separate inspections, most recently on August 27, 2026. For example:
Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (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 10 times across 10 separate inspections, most recently on July 19, 2024. For example:
Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
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 23 times across 23 separate inspections, most recently on September 8, 2026. 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.
27 inspections
- 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?
- Anti-entrapment plan to be updated indicating VSD was installed.
- 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?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample received Wednesday August 26th, 2026, was not processed by the lab. Missing time of collection on the form. Operators were informed to submit a re-sample.
- 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 to be updated indicating VSD was installed.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- 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?
- Anti-entrapment plan to be updated indicating VSD was installed.
- 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?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The water sample taken on July 30, 2026 had a heterotrophic plate count of 360cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination. Submit a 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?
- Anti-entrapment plan to be updated indicating VSD was installed.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- 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?
- Anti-entrapment plan to be updated indicating VSD was installed.
- 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?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample submitted on December 22, 2025 had a heterotrophic plate count of 770 cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination. 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?
- Anti-entrapment plan to be updated indicating VSD was installed.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- 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?
- Anti-entrapment plan to be updated indicating VSD was installed.
- 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?
- 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?
- Anti-entrapment plan to be updated indicating VSD was installed.
- 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?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample submitted on October 3, 2025 was not tested as it was received by the lab after it had closed for the weekend. New sample to be submitted.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Skimmers for the lower level of the pool that was advised are functional don't appear to have good flow through them. Please ensure these skimmers are skimming adequately.
- 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
- As system is capable of exceeding a flow rate of 398gpm, written plans/procedures need to be in place to ensure that 398gpm is not exceeded. This information needs to be communicated to all pool operators. Was advised variable speed device will be installed.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample from Friday August 15th, 2025, had an HPC of 190 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)?
- Skimmers for the lower level of the pool that was advised are functional don't appear to have good flow through them. Please ensure these skimmers are skimming adequately.
- 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
- As system is capable of exceeding a flow rate of 398gpm, written plans/procedures need to be in place to ensure that 398gpm is not exceeded. This information needs to be communicated to all pool operators. Was advised variable speed device will be installed.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Skimmers for the lower level of the pool that was advised are functional don't appear to have good flow through them. Please ensure these skimmers are skimming adequately.
- 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
- As system is capable of exceeding a flow rate of 398gpm, written plans/procedures need to be in place to ensure that 398gpm is not exceeded. This information needs to be communicated to all pool operators. Was advised variable speed device will be installed.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- March 7, 2025 water sample was not tested as it was not received by the Lab prior to the Lab closing for the weekend. Resample to be submitted.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The main drain valve and the skimmer valve are both 50% open. Are to maximize water removal through the skimmers.There are only about 9 skimmers that don't appear to have good flow through them or are not being used. Based on flow rate, need 9 working skimmers, only about 7 appeared to be working adequately at this time.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The main drain valve and the skimmer valve are both 50% open. Are to maximize water removal through the skimmers.There are only about 9 skimmers that don't appear to have good flow through them or are not being used. Based on flow rate, need 9 working skimmers, only about 7 appeared to be working adequately at this time.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Water sample from Thursday June 27th, 2024, had pseudomonas isolated. - 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)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- May 10/24 water sample was not processed as there was no time of collection on the requisition form and id# sticker on the bottle. Resample to be taken.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample submitted on May 6, 2024 was not tested as there was insufficient information on the requisition form to verify the sample. Resample to be submitted.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample taken on April 18, 2024 had a heterotrophic plate count of 160 cfu/ml.Treat water to remove contamination and resample.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
6 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The water sample taken on March 21/24 had a plate count of 1240cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- April 1/24 water sample had a plate count of 300cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination and submit a resample.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample taken on April 4/24 had a plate count of 120 cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination and resample.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A couple of the skimmers had a circular weir missing or the weir was not sitting properly in the skimmer assembly (bottom part of pool). Please ensure all skimmer have weirs and that they are sitting properly in the skimmer assembly for optimal skimming action. Also ensure that there is good flow from the skimmers in the bottom part of the pool, not just the top area.
- 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 could not be located. Written anti-entrapment plan required.Now that pool is classified as a swimming pool (not a whirlpool), the batherload based on surface area should only be 58, not 87. Please change on signage.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample taken on April 4/24 had a plate count of 120 cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination and resample.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The water sample taken on March 21/24 had a plate count of 1240cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- April 1/24 water sample had a plate count of 300cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination and submit a resample.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- April 1/24 water sample had a plate count of 300cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination and submit a resample.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The water sample taken on March 21/24 had a plate count of 1240cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample taken and dropped off at lab on March 29/24 when it was closed (for stat holiday) so sample was not tested. Resample to be submitted.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The water sample taken on March 21/24 had a plate count of 1240cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The water sample taken on March 21/24 had a plate count of 1240cfu/ml. Treat water to remove contamination.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The flow meter was not functional.- Please repair or replace the flow meter to determine the flow rate and ensure turnover and filtration rates are being met.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?