Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown - Pool
708 8 Avenue SW Calgary AB T2P 1H2 · Aquatic Facility
Inspection summary
Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown - Pool has been inspected 9 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since May 16, 2024. The most recent inspection, on June 15, 2026, found no infractions.
2 of 9 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 5 inspections with 6 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 7 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on June 10, 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 once on May 21, 2026. 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 6 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on June 5, 2026. For example:
Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on August 26, 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.
9 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample (26ES-159E00032) collected on June 8th, 2026, came back unsatisfactory as the HPC was elevated to 710CFU/mL. The maximum acceptable concentration is 100CFU/mL. Please resample as soon as possible.
- 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)?
- Water sample (26ES-155E00220) collected on June 3rd, 2026, @ 9:15 was rejected by the lab as it was received more than 24 hours after collection (received date/time: June 4th,2026 @ 13:53). Please submit a new sample as soon as possible.
- 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
- All of the water chemistry testing reagents were expired. Please replace all expired reagents to ensure testing is accurate.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
- All of the water chemistry testing reagents were expired. Please replace all expired reagents to ensure testing is accurate.
- 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- A large amount of debris was observed on the bottom of the pool. Please vacuum the pool basin.
- 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
- All of the water chemistry testing reagents were expired. Please replace all expired reagents to ensure testing is accurate.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample taken Aug 22, 2024 - HPC 110 CFU/mL.-Resample
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- pH test from inspector's kit (6.99) and automated reader (6.5) are very far apart.-Ensure that automated reader is properly calibrated
- 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
- 1) Operator not recording routine automatic shutoff system testing.-Record regular testing of automatic shutoff system2) Clarity checks not being recorded.-Record daily clarity checks-
- 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 has not been updated (shows a cover that expired May 2023). Operator had evidence that new one was purchased in 2023. -Update the plan with the drain cover certificate and installation/expiry date
- 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 May 22, 2024 not processed (submitted >24 hours after sample taken).-Take in a new sample
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- pH test from inspector's kit (6.99) and automated reader (6.5) are very far apart.-Ensure that automated reader is properly calibrated
- 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
- 1) Operator not recording routine automatic shutoff system testing.-Record regular testing of automatic shutoff system2) Clarity checks not being recorded.-Record daily clarity checks-
- 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 has not been updated (shows a cover that expired May 2023). Operator had evidence that new one was purchased in 2023. -Update the plan with the drain cover certificate and installation/expiry date
- 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)?
- pH test from inspector's kit (6.99) and automated reader (6.5) are very far apart.-Ensure that automated reader is properly calibrated
- 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
- 1) Operator not recording routine automatic shutoff system testing.-Record regular testing of automatic shutoff system2) Clarity checks not being recorded.-Record daily clarity checks-
- 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 has not been updated (shows a cover that expired May 2023). Operator had evidence that new one was purchased in 2023. -Update the plan with the drain cover certificate and installation/expiry date
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
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