Kiddies Korral

Take advantage of free childcare in our Kiddies Korral while you shop. Qualified Co-op employees supervise all Kiddies Korrals during peak shopping times. A sign-in and out procedure, and video surveillance ensures your child's safety while you shop. Check at the Customer Service office for the Kiddies Korral hours of operation at that centre.

Hours of operation for Kiddies Korrals may vary from centre to centre and are subject to change without notice. Please check with the Kiddies Korral at your local Calgary Co-op location.

Guidelines & Rules

The following rules are to ensure the safety and security of children using our Kiddies Korrals.

  1. Age limit of 3 years to 12 years.
  2. All children who require the use of bathrooms must be taken by their parent.
  3. No food, drink or candy is allowed.
  4. No personal toys or stuffed animals are allowed.
  5. Dirty boots or shoes are not allowed.
  6. If your child is ill, please don't leave them at the Kiddies Korral.
  7. An employee will be present when children are present. Please do not leave your child unattended.
  8. The parent/adult (not siblings of the child) must sign his/her child or children in or out with full signature (not initials) on the sign-in/out sheet.
  9. Each child signed in is given a number with the parent receiving the corresponding number. This tag must be turned in and recorded before a child is released.
  10. The adult who signed them in must be the adult to sign them out.
  11. Parents must limit the child's stay in the Kiddies Korral to 1 1/2 hours.
  12. Parents must not leave Calgary Co-op premises while his/her child is in the Kiddies Korral.
  13. If there are any problems, the parent will be paged and must respond immediately.
  14. Children are not allowed to stand on the furniture.
  15. Children who are fighting will be separated and if the situation cannot be rectified, the parents will be called immediately.
  16. Children will get equal time on the computers.
  17. As caregivers, we are required by law to report any suspicions of child abuse.
For complete rules and guidelines, please inquire at any Calgary Co-op Customer Service.

Security Precautions

Security in the Kiddies Korrals is of paramount importance to Calgary Co-op. We have several rules that are strictly followed to ensure the safety and security of all children who spend time in the Korrals. In addition, most Kiddies Korrals have video surveillance, so parents can observe their children on monitors located throughout the centre.