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Alberta Shuts Down Edmonton Daycare Over Child Safety Concerns

The Waverley Day Care's licence was revoked due to imminent risks to children's well-being.

The city of Edmonton skyline is shown on Wednesday, Feb.15, 2023. The Alberta government says it has revoked the licence of an Edmonton daycare for risking the health and safety of children. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
Waverley Day Care's probationary licence had been set to expire on Oct. 31 but the Edmonton facility was ordered to cease operations on Thursday.

Overview

  • The Waverley Day Care in Edmonton had its licence revoked by the Alberta government due to significant safety concerns.
  • The daycare was operating on a probationary licence set to expire on October 31, which was canceled early due to ongoing risks.
  • The closure impacts 56 child care spaces, and affected parents were notified through direct communication.
  • Provincial authorities had been monitoring the daycare closely, attempting to help it return to compliance before deciding on closure.
  • This is the second Edmonton daycare closed by the province this week, following the shutdown of Willowbrae Academy West Point Centre.