Southfort Daycare and OSC - Daycare
104 - 200 Southridge Boulevard Fort Saskatchewan AB T8L 0P6 · Child Care Facility
Inspection summary
Southfort Daycare and OSC - Daycare has been inspected 9 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since May 23, 2024. The most recent inspection, on July 9, 2026, found no infractions.
3 of 9 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 10 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 June 18, 2026. 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 18, 2026. 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 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on October 22, 2025. For example:
Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (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 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 18, 2026. For example:
Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (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 12 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on June 18, 2026. For example:
Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
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
- Monitoring Inspection
7 infractions
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
- OSC Room: Wood glue was found in an unlocked cupboard, labeled with a warning sign stating “Keep out of reach of children.” The operator was advised to remove it and ensure it is stored out of children’s reach to maintain safety.
- 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
- Baby room: Chlorine sanitizer was measured at 50 ppm. The operator was advised to prepare fresh sanitizer to achieve the required concentration of 100 ppm to ensure effective sanitization.
- 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
- Pre-School shared washroom: One hand dryer was observed to be non-functional and unplugged, as it was not shutting off automatically. Children were observed washing their hands and then returning directly to the room without drying them. The operator was advised to provide paper towels as a temporary hand drying option until the hand dryer is repaired and fully operational.
- 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
- OSC Room: First aid kit items, such as cold packs, were found to be expired (expiration: 2024). The operator was advised to regularly monitor and inspect first aid kits to ensure that all contents are within their expiration dates and remain in good condition for effective use during emergencies.
- 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
- OSC room and Pre-school Room: The couch was found to be in an unsanitary and deteriorated condition. The surface shows significant wear, including visible cracking, discoloration, and dark staining embedded in the upholstery. The material appears heavily soiled and is not able to be effectively cleaned or sanitized due to the damaged surface.The operator was advised to remove and replace the couch with a new one.
- 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
- Repeated violation: 2026-06-18: Storage between clients personal items is not adequate. 2025-10-22: Storage between clients personal items is not adequate and is touching in each room. Either space hooks further apart, or install separators between clients personal items.
- 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
- Toddler 1 Room: Unlabeled water bottles were observed stored together in a shared container. Staff were advised to clearly label all bottles and items for each child to ensure proper identification and to maintain children’s health.
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
- The handwashing basin is not directly adjacent to the diapering area.Diapering change table to be moved.
- 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
- Some of the hand sinks in the facility are not draining properly.Sinks included were Baby Toom, Pre-K 1, and toddler. Ensure that hand sinks are draining properly.
- 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
- Storage between clients personal items is not adequate and is touching in each room. Either space hooks further apart, or install separators between clients personal items.
- 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
- Bingo dabbers that were not labeled as non-toxic were available in some of the client rooms. These were removed from use. Ensure that all art supplies being used as labeled as non-toxic.
- 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
- Some of the hand sinks in the facility are not draining properly.Sinks included were Baby Toom, Pre-K 1, and toddler. Ensure that hand sinks are draining properly.
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
- *Push pins were observed to be used for displaying art in care rooms. Push pins may become a hazard if not secured in place. Please ensure children art is display in a safe matter.
- 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
5 infractions
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
- Safe locks in the baby room were observed to be in disrepair. Ensure cupboards/drawers are secured for child safety.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Diapering mattress was noted to be in disrepair (holes were observed). Ensure all areas for diapering are easily cleanable and sanitizable, impervious to moisture.Sleeping mattresses were observed to be in disrepair around corners. Ensure sleeping mattresses are easily cleanable and impervious to moisture.
- 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
- *Sanitizer solution was observed to be under 100 ppm (measured with test strips). This was corrected during inspection.*Air intakes were observed to be dusty. Ceiling tiles around them were dusty as well. Ensure areas are in good sanitation.
- 31. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Critical)?
- *Bingo dabbers with label " keep out of reach of children" and no AP sign were observed. This was removed from use. Ensure art supplies are non-toxic and safe for children use.
- 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
- *Push pins were observed to be used for displaying art in care rooms. Push pins may become a hazard if not secured in place. Please ensure children art is display in a safe matter.
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
9 infractions
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
- *Safety locks for one cupboard drawer in disrepair. This was repaired immediately by the operator.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- *Walls in disrepair. Exposed dry wall observed. Ensure all surfaces are smooth, impervious to moisture and easily cleanable.*Black table in disrepair (exposed wood observed). Ensure all equipment is in good repair and easily cleanable.
- 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
- *Ensure first aid kit is supplied with required equipment. Low first aid kit supplies observed.
- 16. Does the social care facility have adequate lighting?
- *Low lighting in the room. Ensure adequate lighting is available to ensure a good environment for cleaning and disinfection.
- 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
- *Diapering mattress in disrepair. Holes in the mattress were observed. Ensure diapering table is in good repair.
- 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
- *Play sand appears to be needing cleaning. Debris were observed. Ensure sand is changed/cleaned regularly.*Play sand table in disrepair. Tape was observed on the play sand table lid.
- 23. Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (Critical)?
- *Sleeping mattresses appears to be cleaned once a week as per the operator of one of the rooms. Sleeping mattresses were observed to be stored together (ie. stacked). Ensure sleeping mattresses are disinfected on a daily basis, in between use. Cleaning schedules not observed.
- 31. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Critical)?
- * Electrical plug was observed to be covered with tape. Ensure electrical plugs are safely maintained.
- 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
- *Labelled clean face cloths were stored on the hooks in the close proximity of the diapering area. this practice is discouraged due to the possibility of cross contamination.*Used cleaning cloths observed to be stored on different surfaces. Ensure cleaning cloths are adequately managed. *Ensure sanitizer is stored in a bottle that show the content of the bottle. Improperly labeled bottle observed.
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?