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Tiny Tracks Junction

117 - 5001 52 Street Lacombe AB T4L 2A6 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Tiny Tracks Junction has been inspected 6 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since January 11, 2024. The most recent inspection, on August 13, 2026, recorded 3 infractions.

3 of 6 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

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.

  • 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 once on August 13, 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 once on September 9, 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 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on August 13, 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 13, 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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 9, 2025. For example: Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (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.

6 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • Thumbtacks were observed throughout the facility. Due to the risk of accidental ingestion, choking, or injury to children, please ensure they are removed or replaced.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Duct tape was observed on the corner of the handwashing sink counter in the 2-year-old room. As duct tape is porous and difficult to properly clean and disinfect, it may harbour bacteria. Please remove the duct tape and ensure the surface can be adequately cleaned and sanitized.
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • Foam mats within the play area were observed to be repaired with duct tape. As duct tape is porous and cannot be adequately cleaned and disinfected, it may harbor bacteria and other contaminants. Please remove the duct tape and repair or replace the mats with materials that can be effectively cleaned and disinfected to support proper sanitation practices.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Open holes were observed in the ceiling of gym area.The light cover was not in place for one of the ceiling lights.Make sure to repair the indicated ceiling area to prevent the further damage.Replace the light covers to prevent any injury to kids.2) There was no dedicated toy washing sink in childcare, handwashing sink was also used for toy washing.Discussed to dedicate the sink for toy washing. Laundering machine can also be used for toy washing.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Soap and paper towel were restocked in sink in toddler room and Out of School care room.
    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • Water temperature measured at multiple handwashing sinks accessible to kids in the facility was measured above 50 degrees C.Discussed the concerns with facility director.Make sure that water temperature is below 49 degrees C to prevent scalding.
    • 23. Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (Critical)?
      • One of the crib mattresses for baby crib was not fitting properly.The mattress was removed from the crib and replaced by well-fitting mattress.
    • 24. Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (Non-Critical)?
      • Windows in baby room were covered with blankets.Please ensure that appropriate curtain, blinds or covers are used for window shading.**Mattress throughout the facility are showing the signs of wear and tear, kindly repair the mattress to prevent further damage**
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Observed holes on the ceiling throughout the dwelling. Please ensure walls, ceiling and, floors are smooth, easy to clean, and non-absorbent.
    • 19. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Critical)?
      • The indoor play area fall surfacing near the slides and climbing area is not properly secured to the floor. To prevent the surfacing from moving when a child lands and to avoid potential physical hazards, it should be properly secured to the floor.
    • 31. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Critical)?
      • Water bottles were observed being stored next to hand washing stations in the room. Please ensure water bottles and sippers are not stored by the sink to prevent contamination from splashing water while washing hands. Instead, they should be kept in a safe, easily reachable location.Operator moved the water bottles to side table away from the hand sink and this infraction was fixed at the time of inspection.
  6. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

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