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Mountain Munchkin Daycare

20 Grotto Way Canmore AB T1W 1J9 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Mountain Munchkin Daycare has been inspected 8 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since December 8, 2023. The most recent inspection, on June 9, 2026, recorded 3 infractions.

None of the 8 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 7 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: 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.

  • 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 April 30, 2025. For example: Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on December 15, 2025. For example: Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?

  • 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 13 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on June 9, 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 once on June 9, 2026. For example: Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-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 5 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on December 15, 2025. For example: Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (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.

8 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • There is some damage to the walls in the "Rams" room where paint and drywall are chipping off the wall. - Please repair the wall, ensure all walls are smooth, in good condition, and can be properly cleaned.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some of the storage cupboards/counters in the classrooms were worn and no longer cleanable. Cabinets and counters in the main floor classrooms are set to be replaced.- Repair or replace all cupboards and counters that have chipped surfaces and are not smooth and cleanable.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Some damaged wicker baskets were being used to store creams and other supplies in the "Kittens" classroom. - Please replace these containers. Ensure all equipment used is in good condition and can be easily cleaned.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some of the storage cupboards in the classrooms were worn and no longer cleanable. Facility is looking into grants to replace the cupboards in the New Year.- Repair or replace all cupboards that have chipped surfaces and are not smooth and cleanable.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • The paper towel roll in the Kittens room was not on the dispenser. Some of the paper towel rolls are stored too close to the sink and are not fully protected from contamination (splashing water). - Please ensure that all hand sinks are stocked with paper towels in appropriate dispensers that protect the bulk supply from contamination.
    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • A bingo dabber labelled "keep out of reach for children" was in the "Big Kids" room. - Was discarded onsite, please ensure all art supplies is non-toxic and suitable for children.
  3. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some of the storage cupboards were worn and no longer cleanable. Facility has a plan to update the cupboards in the new year. - Repair or replace all cupboards that are not smooth and cleanable.
  4. Demand Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) There was a loose blind cord in the duck room. - Please secure the cord. 2) There was a broken window bar in the kitten room. - Please repair the bar.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • Handwashing observed onsite after diapering and before meals was quite short (around 5-10 seconds). - Please ensure staff are thoroughly washing the children's hands for about 20-30 seconds. Also remind staff to ensure that they are washing their hands before donning gloves for food service.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some of the storage cupboards were worn and no longer cleanable. Facility has a plan to update the cupboards in the new year. - Repair or replace all cupboards that are not smooth and cleanable.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • There was a missing baseboard and piece of drywall in the eaglet room due to some leakage following heavy rain. Work is scheduled to be completed later in August. - Please ensure that the wall and baseboard are repaired.
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • The handwashing sinks in the chickadee and duck room were not getting warm. - Please ensure that all handwashing sinks are supplied with hot and cold running water.
    • 30. Are workers washing hands when appropriate and/or in a proper manner?
      • There was a bar soap in the staff washroom in the basement. - Please ensure staff are not using bar soap to wash their hands and that soap in this washroom is in an appropriate dispenser.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) There was a loose blind cord in the duck room. - Please secure the cord. 2) There was a broken window bar in the kitten room. - Please repair the bar.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • Handwashing observed onsite after diapering and before meals was quite short (around 5-10 seconds). - Please ensure staff are thoroughly washing the children's hands for about 20-30 seconds. Also remind staff to ensure that they are washing their hands before donning gloves for food service.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • There was a missing baseboard and piece of drywall in the eaglet room due to some leakage following heavy rain. Work is scheduled to be completed later in August. - Please ensure that the wall and baseboard are repaired.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some of the storage cupboards were worn and no longer cleanable. Facility has a plan to update the cupboards in the new year. - Repair or replace all cupboards that are not smooth and cleanable.
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • The handwashing sinks in the chickadee and duck room were not getting warm. - Please ensure that all handwashing sinks are supplied with hot and cold running water.
    • 30. Are workers washing hands when appropriate and/or in a proper manner?
      • There was a bar soap in the staff washroom in the basement. - Please ensure staff are not using bar soap to wash their hands and that soap in this washroom is in an appropriate dispenser.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some of the storage cupboards were worn and no longer cleanable. Facility has a plan to update the cupboards in the new year. - Repair or replace all cupboards that are not smooth and cleanable.
  7. Demand Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) String lights were hung next to the cribs in the chickadee room where children could potentially pull on them. - Move the cribs or move the lights to ensure children cannot access them. 2) One of the blind cords in the duckling room was not secured. - Ensure the blind cords are childproof.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some of the storage cupboards were worn and no longer cleanable. Facility has a plan to update the cupboards in the new year. - Repair or replace all cupboards that are not smooth and cleanable.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • The paper towel at the hand sinks in the eaglet, chickadee, and duckling rooms was not in a dispenser. - Please ensure all paper towel at hand wash sinks is in a suitable dispenser.
  8. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) String lights were hung next to the cribs in the chickadee room where children could potentially pull on them. - Move the cribs or move the lights to ensure children cannot access them. 2) One of the blind cords in the duckling room was not secured. - Ensure the blind cords are childproof.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some of the storage cupboards were worn and no longer cleanable. Facility has a plan to update the cupboards in the new year. - Repair or replace all cupboards that are not smooth and cleanable.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • The paper towel at the hand sinks in the eaglet, chickadee, and duckling rooms was not in a dispenser. - Please ensure all paper towel at hand wash sinks is in a suitable dispenser.

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