Alberta Bee News Magazine - August 2023

BEE NEWS Alberta

In This Issue

03 Eligible Producer News

04 - 05 2023 Conference & Trade Show

06 -07 What’s in your Sugar: Tech Transfer Program

08 -09 Beaverlodge Field Day (Bee Day) 2023 Overview

10 - 11 CAPA Preliminary Report on Honey Bee Wintering Losses in Canada (2023)

12 Recipe of the Month

13 Notice to Industry: Import of Honey Bee Packages from the United States

15-27 Classifieds

Board of Directors

President:

CURTIS MIEDEMA

BOX 39 SITE 11

RR1 Barrhead, AB T7N1N2 780.206.4483 miedemahoney@gmail.com

Vice President: LORNE PRINS

RR3 Station Main

Lacombe AB / T4L 2N3 780.893.2337 lorne.prins@gmail.com

Peace Region: RYAN HICKS

BOX 625 McLennan AB T0H 2L0 / 780.837.0648 hicksry82@gmail.com

NE Central Region: HENRY GREIDANUS

56107 Range Road 245 Sturgeon County, AB T8R 0M1 grapiaries@gmail.com

Treasurer

DUSTIN RYAN

5543 Township Rd 302, Water Valley, AB T0M 2E0 dustin@fallentimbermeadery.ca

CHC Director: RON GREIDANUS

PO Box 581 Stettler AB T0C 2L0 / 403.323.0234 rongreidanus@gmail.com

NW Region: RENE LAROCQUE

RR1 Busby AB T0G 0H0 T 780.818.4268 larocquerene@hotmail.com

Director at Large: BEVAN FORD

RR1 Irma AB / T0B 2H0 780.806.1310 bevanford1976@gmail.com

Director at Large: DAN PALA

BOX 368 Wembley AB T0H 3S0 / 780.832.5809 d.pala@telus.net

CHC Delegate: JEREMY OLTHOF

RR1 Tees AB T0C 2N0 T 403.872.4607 Teesbeesinc@gmail.com

Alberta Beekeepers Commission: 11434 - 168 Street, #102 Edmonton AB / T5M 3T9 T 780.489.6949 / F 780.487.8640 www.albertabeekeepers.ca

CONNIE PHILLIPS, Executive Director C 780.289.5604

connie.phillips@albertabeekeepers.ca

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2023 Platinum Sponsors

Cover Image: Dr. Shelley Hoover from University of Lethbridge (pictured in the back holding the frame) with ‘apiary tech in training,’ Beau Ovinge (holding other frame), at the 2023 Lethbridge College Research Day. Above: Quinn (left) and Beau (right) Ovinge enjoying the 2023 Lethbridge College Research Day activities.

ELIGIBLE PRODUCER NEWS

Notice of the 2023 ABC Annual General Meeting

The Alberta Beekeepers Commission Annual General Meeting (AGM) is taking place at the Fantasyland Hotel, Edmonton on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, 10.30am – 5:00pm. This event is only open to Eligible Producers of the ABC, and is FREE to attend. Breaks and lunch will be provided, followed by a complimentary drinks reception at the conclusion of the AGM.

For all the details, please visit: https://www.albertabeekeepers.ca/about/2023-abc-annual-general-meeting/

Nominations for the 2023/ 2024 ABC Board of Directors

The Alberta Beekeepers Commission (ABC) is seeking FOUR new board members to join the ABC Board of Directors this November 2023. The ABC board of directors is comprised of nine directors as outlined in the ABC Plan Regulation, including:

• 4 regional directors, one regional director being elected for each region;

• 5 Directors at Large

We are seeking nominations from 2023 Eligible Producers for the following FOUR positions:

• 2 Director at Large positions

• Regional Director: South Region

• Regional Director: NE Central Region

Visit our website now for all the details and to download and complete the nomination form https://www.albertabeekeepers.ca/about/2023-abc-annual-general-meeting/

As per the Alberta Beekeepers Commission Bylaws, nominations for the position of director may also be made on the floor at the at 2023 AGM provided that:

• the nomination is seconded by at lease five eligible producers present at the meeting,

• and the eligible producer being nominated gives his or her oral consent to being nominated.

2023 Resolutions

Please take a moment to review the NEW ABC Resolution Policy that outlines the requirements and guidelines for submitting a resolution.

To submit a resolution, please download and complete the 2023 ABC Resolution submission form. All completed resolutions must be received by ABC by Wednesday, November 16, 2022 (10 days prior to the AGM).

2023 ABC Annual Hive Levy

The ABC’s Fiscal Year is September 1 to August 31. The ABC will commence invoicing beekeepers (Eligible Producers) the annual hive levy and membership fee in September 2023.

Annual hive levy invoices will be emailed and posted in hard copy to all Eligible Producers with 100 or more live colonies.

For more information about the annual service charge and the regulations that govern the Commission, please visit: https://www.albertabeekeepers.ca/producer-resources/abcmembership/

Still need to register your hives for 2023?

If you have not registered your bees and/or beekeeping equipment for 2023, please take a moment to visit the Government of Alberta Honey bee health and apiculture page via https://www.alberta.ca/beekeeping-registration. aspx to register.

For troubleshooting, questions, or help, please contact: Bee Health Assurance Team

Alberta Agriculture and Forestry 1-780-644-8746, bee@gov.ab.ca www.alberta.ca/bees-and-apiculture.aspx

2023 – 2024 Public Liability Insurance

In partnership with the Cooperators General Insurance Company, ABC offers a limited form of business liability to subscribing Eligible Producers.

If you are interested in learning more and taking advantage of the special ABC negotiated rate, please visit our website for all the policy info and application form: https://www.albertabeekeepers.ca/producer-resources/insurance/

2023 AGM, Conference and Trade Show

Early Bird Tickets Now on Sale!

November 29 (AGM), 30, & December 1, 2023 Fantasyland Hotel & Conference Centre

Join us for TWO FULL DAYS (day 2 & 3) of presentations, panel discussions, supplier showcases, networking, engaging activities and more. Connect with other beekeepers and local, national, and international industry guests at one of western Canada’s most popular beekeeping industry events. Featuring over 20 talented speakers, presenting over 20 sessions across two full days, covering the latest in honey bee health research, innovation, and industry updates.

DAY 1: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 | ABC Annual General Meeting

Day ONE is the ABC Annual General Meeting (AGM). This is a closed session, only open to Eligible Producers of the Commission. The AGM is free for Eligible Producers and includes breaks, lunch, and is followed by a complimentary reception.

Please visit https://www.albertabeekeepers.ca/ about/2023-abc-annual-general-meeting/ for more information.

Buy your tickets here:

www.eventbrite.ca/e/2023-abc-conference-tradeshow-event-tickets-643169345827

DAY 2 & 3: Thursday, November 30 and Friday, December 1, 2023

Your 2-day delegate pass includes:

• Two days of engaging presentations and panel discussions on the latest in honey bee health research, innovation, industry updates and more.

• Breakfast, breaks, and lunch each day, PLUS entry to our exclusive hospitality night featuring a toonie bar, complimentary canapés, and live auction.

• Access to the trade show with over 24 exhibitors showcasing the latest in equipment, supplies and innovative beekeeping solutions.

• Entry to the President’s Luncheon with special guest speaker Dr. Cami Ryan.

• Opportunity to network with delegates, speakers, and suppliers from across the industry, and take advantage of special supplier offers.

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Katie Lee University of Minnesota

Dr. Tauseef Ahmad Khan University of Toronto

Dr. Geoff Williams Auburn University

Anicet Desrochers Miels d'Anicet

Lynae Ovinge ABC Tech Transfer Program

Dr. Shelley Hoover University of Lethbridge

Dr. Rassol Bahreini University of Alberta

Dr. Cami Ryan Bayer Crop Science Canada

Samantha Muirhead Government of Alberta

Building Back Beekeeping

EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITES

Take the opportunity to highlight your brand and your support of the Alberta beekeeping industry with one of our unique sponsorship opportunities. We offer a range of opportunities and benefits designed to align to all levels of marketing objectives and budgets. For all the details and to become a sponsor, please visit: www.albertabeekeepers.ca/2023annual-beekeeping-conference/conference-sponsorship/

Thank you to our 2023 sponsors:

Live Auction Sponsor:

Are you looking to showcase your beekeeping business or service to a large group of commercial beekeepers?

Join us as an exhibitor at our trade show!

Alberta is the largest honey producing province in Canada, and third largest honey producer in North America. Benefit from potential business growth opportunities by engaging with our membership of over 165 commercial beekeepers, and promoting your people, services, products, brand, and organization.

To secure your booth, please visit: www.albertabeekeepers.ca /2023-annual-beekeeping-conference/2023-trade-show-registration/

Hospitality Night Sponsors:

ACCOMMODATION

Lanyard Sponsor:

Beekeeper of the Year Award Sponsor:

Stay onsite at the Fantasyland Hotel – just steps away from all conference activities. All sessions and events will be held onsite within the hotel.

Group booking code: 6571026

We have negotiated some very special room rates for our delegates and sponsors. Come and experience the unique and exciting Fantasyland Hotel at an exclusive Alberta Beekeepers Commission Conference rate. Space is limited so book early. Booking deadline is Monday, November 15, 2023 For more information, please visit: www.albertabeekeepers. ca/2023-annual-beekeeping-conference/2023-conference-accommodation/

What’s in your Sugar?

By Lynae Ovinge, M.Sc. Tech Transfer Program Lead lynae.ovinge@albertabeekeepers.ca

Did you know there have been lawsuits about poor quality bee feed??

I recently watched Dr. Rob Currie’s presentation to the Manitoba Beekeepers Association on “The Importance of Quality Feed for Bees” which is available at www. manitobabee.org. I learned that in 1995 some “off-spec” corn syrup had been imported into Manitoba. Many beekeepers who bought this syrup lost hives, and Dr. Currie’s later investigations in the lab and in hives showed that bees fed off-spec syrup were much more likely to die than bees fed with standard corn syrup. He mentioned that the lawsuit filed by the beekeepers who bought the off-spec syrup was not settled until 14 years after the hives were lost!

Dr. Currie’s talk highlighted the real implications for beekeepers of knowing what makes up their sugar syrup. Beekeepers need to be sure that the syrup they’re purchasing is high quality, and not off-spec. In Canada, there are three main sugar syrups that are fed to bees, and as they come from different plants, there are considerations to be had when making the decision on what syrup to feed to your bees.

Types of bee-fed sugars

Beet Sugar – In most years, the majority of Albertan beekeepers feed beet sugar which is produced by the Lantic/Rogers factory in Taber from sugar beets grown in Southern Alberta. In Dr. Currie’s presentation he mentioned that he has done many feeding trials and always finds that sucrose (the type of sugar in beet syrup) is the gold standard for bee feed, so it is wonderful to have a local source of it in Alberta!

Cane Sugar – Sugar cane is grown in tropical countries where it is partially refined after harvest, and then shipped and further refined at factories such as Lantic/Rogers in Vancouver or Montreal. Once refined, this sugar is also sucrose (very good bee feed) and very similar to beet sugar. However, because it comes from a tropical grass, cane sugar is a C4 sugar while Beet sugar is a C3 sugar (more on this in the chemistry section).

Corn Syrup – High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) is extensively fed to bees in the US and eastern Canada (including Manitoba) but is not commonly fed in Alberta. As its name implies, it has high levels of the sugar fructose but also contains glucose. Dr. Currie also mentioned that his studies have found that HFCS is not as good for bees as sucrose. Additionally, if HFCS is heated, it produces a chemical called hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) which can harm the digestive tracts of bees and potentially kill an entire hive. It tends to be much cheaper than sucrose in the areas where it is commonly used as bee feed. Corn syrup is also a C4 sugar

In most cases the sugar syrup Alberta beekeepers received in 2020 and 2023 was cane sugar rather than beet sugar

Chemistry

Due to rampant honey adulteration, honey is extensively tested for the presence of sugars to determine if: 1) honey has been directly diluted with a sugar syrup, or 2) if bees have been fed with a sugar syrup to make “honey”. Two of the laboratory tests commonly performed when honey shipments are checked for adulteration are a sucrose test and a C4 sugar test

The sucrose test analyzes the percentage of sucrose in honey. As natural honey typically contains glucose and fructose with very low levels of sucrose, the presence of sucrose at certain levels indicates honey that is not natural. Therefore, if bees were fed sucrose and the resultant honey extracted, they would fail this test (5% is a common “fail-rate”).

The C4 sugar test tests for the presence of C4 sugars in honey. C4 is a photosynthesis pathway unique to tropical grasses (such as corn or sugar cane), so it can be used as a test for honey adulteration because bees would never collect nectar from a tropical grass. Therefore, if bees are fed cane sugar or corn syrup and the resultant honey extracted, they would fail the C4 sugar test (7% is a common fail-rate). However, due to beets being a C3 plant, if bees are fed beet sugar and the resultant honey extracted, the honey would pass the C4 sugar test, but would fail the sucrose test. Interesting side note: Manuka honey sometimes fails the C4 sugar test and no one currently knows why.

All this chemistry becomes relevant when beekeepers are trying to keep their bees fed during very late and cold spring seasons, or have bees located near uneducated beekeepers. Here are a few examples of when beekeepers should be concerned:

1) Due to long rainy periods with almost no dandelions to provide nectar, the bees might require syrup in early to mid June. If the weather changes suddenly and the nectar flow comes quick the bees may not consume the syrup and instead store the syrup in the honey supers.

2) An uneducated beekeeper is barrel-feeding syrup to nucs in July, and nearby bees owned by another beekeeper forage on it and deposit the sugar syrup into honey supers.

There is a possibility in these cases for the beekeeper’s honey to fail C4 sugar tests or sucrose tests. Therefore, it is advised that if beekeepers suspect that if any sugar syrup may have gotten into their supers to have any associated shipments of honey tested before they leave the farm. Some of the labs accepting honey samples are Intertek and LabsMart. Beekeepers should also check with their supplier to see what type of sugar syrup they have received. In most cases the sugar syrup Alberta beekeepers received in 2020 and 2023 was cane sugar rather than beet sugar.

Check for a 22 when you buy Rogers granulated or icing sugar at the store, that means it comes from the Taber Beet Factory, and is 100% Canadian sugar! Unfortunately, buying sugar to feed your bees is a bit more complicated when you’re buying tanker loads of it, so check with your supplier on whether you've purchased cane or beet sugar.

Beaverlodge Field Day (Bee Day) 2023 Overview

By TTP Summer Technicians – Heather Anderson and Kayla deJong

After a three-year hiatus due to a certain worldwide pandemic, the Beaverlodge Field Day has returned for its 67th at the Beaverlodge AAFC Research Farm. This year’s Bee Day was a great event that hosted everyone from beginner beekeepers to long haulers, or those just generally interested in bees. This was the Tech Transfer Program’s (TTP) first time attending this event and we greatly enjoyed what turned out to be a very fun and educational day! If you were not fortunate enough to make it out to Beaverlodge yourself, don’t worry, we summer technicians have compiled a summary for you here!

Bee Day started off on a sunny Friday morning dedicated to a variety of displays and hands-on demonstrations, with visitors travelling in circuit to view all the booths. We, the TTP team, set up a table with a colony sampling demonstration and our store items (as well as some free goodies). We spent the morning demonstrating the process we use in the field to sample for Varroa mites and viruses, while also giving advice on IPM practices. The TTP store was a hit as many people gravitated to our information booklets on bee diseases and our queen rearing resources. Around us were other demonstrations on leafcutter bees, the new UBO (Unhealthy Brood Odour) test, and vaporizer usage for oxalic acid application, as well as a honey tasting station and a Hobbyist Corner. Various vendors, such as Bee Maid and Vita Bee Health, also set up stands, and the Government Bee Health Assurance Team ran a booth handing out free information books, which we made sure to visit before they were all gone! Altogether, it was a fantastic morning of watching demonstrations, learning about a variety of beekeeping topics, tasting honey, and ended with a delicious barbeque sitting in the afternoon sun.

In the afternoon we enjoyed a variety of presentations focused on current bee research in and around Alberta, and updates from various organizations. Dr. Steve Pernal opened with a description of a few of the projects in progress at the AAFC (Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada) lab in Beaverlodge, including the research done by PhD student Courtney MacInnis on the effects of both Nosema ceranae and the less familiar Lotmaria passim. Co-infections of these organisms were demonstrated to have colony-level implications –bees age much faster, both physiologically and in their task allocation. Additionally, Dr. Pernal gave an overview of the field trails lead by MSc student Robert Lu testing a new chemical against varroa. Dr. Marta Guarna, also of AAFC Beaverlodge, then spoke on more projects at the research farm, including the development of hive strips for pesticide absorption and the potential use of honey bees for plant virus surveillance.

Dr. Olav Rueppell from the University of Alberta presented next, detailing research results for the UBO (Unhealthy Brood Odour) assay demonstrated in the morning, in which a chemical compound mimicking Varroa-infected brood is sprayed over select patch of normal capped brood. Dr. Rueppell explained that uncapping and brood removal increase two-fold following UBO application, as the smell attracts specialist hygienist bees. This technique allows for quantification of a colony’s hygienic behaviour, and colonies with high responses to the UBO also demonstrated greater overwintering success Dr. Rueppell briefly touched on other research associated with his lab, such as the ongoing miticide development led by Dr. Rassol Bahreini, and the work done by Robert Lu to examine viruses known to attack mites of the Gaeolaelaps genus for potential Varroa biocontrol use.

Patricia Wolf-Veiga from the National Bee Diagnostic Centre (NDBC) gave an update on the diagnostic center’s current activities, which include using the environmental DNA (eDNA) present in honey and pollen stores to identify regional floral resources and evaluate their quality, as well as the study of the genetics of varroa mutations and Amitraz resistance. Unfortunately, Dr. Gail MacInnis was unavailable, but Patricia spoke on her behalf about the wild bee population surveys occurring in the Peace Region and the issues, such as chalkbrood, facing the alfalfa leaf-cutting bee industry.

The National Bee Diagnostic Centre at the Beaverlodge Research Farms

Picture credit: Heather Anderson.

The later afternoon saw transition from research-focused talks to industry-oriented presentations and updates on current issues. The Alberta Provincial Apiculturist, Samantha Muirhead, provided an update on what the Bee Health Assurance Team (BHAT) has seen so far this season, with a 39% winter loss (including non-viable hives) reported. Although not ideal, this is an improvement from the nearly 50% winter loss last year. Overall, beekeepers across Canada most frequently attributed high varroa levels, weather, and poor queens for colony losses.

Following the Alberta update, we heard from our neighbouring Provincial Apiculturist, Paul van Westendorp, on the current state of beekeeping in British Columbia. Paul emphasized the importance of Albertan and British Columbian beekeepers to remain informed of each other's situation due to the regular movement of colonies between the provinces. Currently there is an issue of greater need for pollinating bees in BC. Although many Western Canadian Beekeepers migrate their hives to lower mainland BC for fruit pollination, this does not meet the demand from fruit crop producers. A great thing we also heard in this presentation was that Asian Giant Hornets appear to be eradicated, although monitoring will occur for another year. In general, Paul expressed excitement about the amount of fantastic beekeeping research being done in Canada and its future benefit to the industry.

Up next was our very own, Connie Phillips, Executive Director of the Alberta Beekeepers Commission. Topics of discussion included the Commission’s goals for developing sustainable apiculture in Alberta by promoting environmental farm planning, pollinator friendly roadsides, and better social support (e.g., the foreign worker transfer program). Other topics included the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program being piloted in Alberta to aid beekeepers whose apiaries have experienced bear depredation, and the opportunity that Commission board members recently had to speak to the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food on honey bee mortality, the lack of honey bee

expertise within CFIA, the need for a review of CAPA's consultative relationship with CFIA, and options for stock replacement.

The final presentation of the day was delivered by Rod Scarlett, Executive Director of the Canadian Honey Council (CHC), who started off with the good news that honey prices remain high and that 2022 saw the highest honey production in Canada since 2008! One issue discussed during this presentation is the Japanese decision to lower the maximum residue limit for glyphosate (a common herbicide) in honey products to an extremely low concentration of 0.01 ppm, which may have implications for Canadian honey exports to the country. Rod also spoke about the CHC’s efforts to standardize honey labelling and combat fraudulent use of the term “honey” on packaging, and a new online training course for apiary workers available on CHC’s website.

The day ended off with the final prize pack draw for attendees, and with that another successful Beaverlodge Field Day drew to a close! Overall, Bee Day offered a great mix of industry and research content, where groups on both sides came together to better inform each other and beekeepers in Alberta. We had a lot of fun and hope to see some of you again next year!

Left picture: the Commission's table set up with the Tech Transfer store in the forefront and Nicole demonstrating in the background. Right picture: Nicole McCormick demonstrating a mite shaker at the Tech Transfer Program station,

Hives used for the UBO demonstration. Picture credit: Heather Anderson.

Canadian Association of Professional Apiculturists

Preliminary report on Honey Bee Wintering Losses in Canada (2023)

Prepared by CAPA National Survey Committee and Provincial Apiarists: Gabrielle Claing (chair), Julie Ferland, Melanie Kempers, Paul Kozak, Derek Micholson, Chris Maund, Cameron Menzies, Colette Mesher, Nuria Morfin, Samantha Muirhead, Medhat Nasr, Steve Pernal, Jason Sproule, Paul van Westendorp and Geoff Wilson

This report presents the preliminary data collected by the provinces of Canada regarding honey bee losses for the winter of 2022-2023. The final data will be published in the annual Statement on honey bee wintering losses in Canada. There may be discrepancies between results in the preliminary and final reports.

Methodology

Beekeepers that owned and operated a specified minimum number of colonies (Table 1) were included in the survey. The survey reported data from full-sized producing honey bee colonies that were wintered in Canada, but not nucleus (partial) colonies. Thus, the information gathered provides a valid assessment of honey bee losses and commercial management practices.

The common definitions of a honey bee colony and a commercially viable honey bee colony in spring that were used in the survey were as the following:

 Honey Bee Colony: A full-sized honey bee colony either in a single or double brood chamber, not including nucleus colonies (splits).

 Viable Honey Bee Colony in Spring: A honey bee colony that survived winter, with a minimum of 4 frames with 75% of the comb area covered with bees on both sides on May 1 st (British Columbia), May 15th (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince-Edward-Island and Quebec) or May 21st (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Newfoundland and Labrador).

The questionnaire of colony loss and management was provided to producers using various methods of delivery including mail, email, an online and a telephone survey; the method of delivery varied by jurisdiction (Table 1). In each province, data were collected and analyzed by the Provincial Apiarist. All reported provincial results were then analyzed and summarized at the national level. The national percent winter loss was calculated as follows:

Percentage Winter Loss

Sum of the estimated total colony losses per province in spring 2023

Sum of total colonies in operation in each province for 2022 � x 100

Preliminary results

The survey delivery methods, size of beekeeping operations and response rate of beekeepers for each province are presented in Table 1. It is important to note that the total number of colonies operated in a province reported by this survey may vary slightly from Statistics Canada official numbers. In some provinces, the data collection periods for the provincial database and the Statistics Canada report are done at different times of year. This can result in minor discrepancies between the official Statistics Canada total number of colonies and this survey’s total reported colonies per province.

by province

Table

1: Survey parameters and honey bee colony mortality (2022-2023)

Recipe of the Month

Poelman Family Puffed Wheat Squares

My grandmother and mother made 1000s of pans of these. I have some of their pans and you can tell by the knife marks that they were well used and loved! This recipe is so quick, so its perfect for when you need some "baking" last minute.

INGREDIENTS

• ½ cup margarine or butter

• ½ cup honey

• 1 cup brown sugar

• 2 tbsp cocoa (my dad says its better with 3!)

• 8 cups puffed wheat.

Recipe courtesy of Lynae Ovinge.

Melt margarine and honey together in large saucepan then add brown sugar and cocoa. Allow to boil for ONE minute, stirring constantly. Take off heat, stir in puffed wheat, mix well, and press into greased 9x13 pan. Allow to cool and enjoy!

Notice to Industry: Import of Honey Bee Packages From the United States

Dear stakeholders,

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) will be undertaking a new risk assessment to evaluate the risks associated with the importation of honey bee packages from the United States. The risk assessment will be conducted based on guidelines provided by the World Organisation of Animal Health (WOAH) and is expected to be completed by early next year. Should you wish to submit any new scientific information related to the health of honey bees or control programs in place to control disease agents and pests in Canada or in the United States, please send these to the CFIA at cfia.AIED-DIEA.acia@canada.ca, by August 31, 2023, at the latest.

The CFIA is committed to its mandate to protect animal health, which includes the health of the Canadian bee population. The CFIA will continue to engage with the Canadian Honey Council, the USDA, provincial governments and apiculturists and a wide range of other stakeholders with respect to Canadian honeybee health.

In addition, the CFIA continues to put significant effort into identifying and evaluating potential new sources of packaged bees and queen bees internationally. Canada currently allows imports of honey bee queens from the United States, Chile, Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Ukraine, Italy and Malta, and honey bee packages from Ukraine, Italy, Chile, Australia and New Zealand.

The CFIA encourages the sharing of this notice with all stakeholders.

Sincerely, Canadian Food Inspection Agency / Government of Canada

SOMETHING MISSING FROM YOUR FINANCIAL TOOLKIT?

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EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT

MIGHTY PEACE HONEY Requires one Apiary Supervisor, NOC 8252, for full time (40+ hrs/ wk, $20-$24/hr depending on experience) year-round employment starting in March 2023. Must have a minimum of 5 seasons working fulltime on a Canadian style commercial operation. Duties include caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner, coordinating the production of replacement bees & equipment; recognizing, reporting, monitoring hive health issues and applying appropriate treatment/ controls; supervise extracting lines; supervise small to medium teams of workers; drive (including std transmission & medium duty trucks) & daily maintain vehicles; operate & maintain other apiary equipment (including forklifts & pumps and extracting equipment); conduct bee yard maintenance; keep field and/or production records; Accommodation available. We are located at 833071 RR231 Grimshaw, AB Canada. Please contact Mighty Peace Honey PO Box 1759 Grimshaw, AB Canada T0H 1W0. Rob 780 332 4862 or Fax 780 332 4822 or email mightypeacehoney@gmail.com

MIGHTY PEACE HONEY Requires Six Apiary Technicians, NOC 8431, for full time (40+ hrs/ wk) employment ($15.65 - $20/hr depending on experience) February thru October 2023. Must have a minimum of 2 seasons working fulltime on a Canadian style commercial operation. Duties include caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner, coordinating the production of replacement bees & equipment; recognizing, reporting, monitoring hive health issues and applying appropriate treatment/ controls; harvest & package honey & beeswax; supervise small teams of workers; drive (including std transmission & medium duty trucks) & daily maintain vehicles; operate & maintain other apiary equipment (including forklifts & pumps); conduct bee yard maintenance; keep some field and/or production records; Accommodation available. We are located at 833071 RR231 Grimshaw, AB Canada. Please contact Mighty Peace Honey PO Box 1759 Grimshaw, AB Canada T0H 1W0. Rob 780 332 4862 or Fax 780 332 4822 or email andrewdicksonbeekeeper@gmail.com

SWEETHEART POLLINATORS/JANEIL ENT INC

Sweetheart Pollinators/Janeil Ent Inc located 7 km SW of Eatonia, Sask, has the following positions available for the 2024 season.  5 Apiary Technicians, NOC 85100  with a minimum of 2 years experience in a Canadian  Commercial Apiary.  Full time seasonal employment (40 + hrs per week)  from March 2024 to September 2024.  Wage start at $18.00 to $20.00 per hour (depending on experience) with a possible bonus.  Housing available.  Duties will include:  caring for

honeybee colonies, moving bees into and out of pollination fields, monitoring and controlling bee health, keeping all required records, honey harvesting and extraction, construction of new equipment, repairing vehicles and other equipment, driving of vehicles, operate and maintain other apiary equipment.  Some evening and weekend work required. Applicants must be in good physical condition (able to lift at least 70 pounds)  A valid drivers license is required. Please contact Sweetheart Pollinators/Janeil Ent Inc.  PO Box 155, Eatonia, Sask. S0L 0Y0 (306)463-8864 or email to: sweetheart.pollinators@sasktel.net

GOLDEN EARS APIARIES INC in Mission, BC, is seeking 11 Apiary Supervisors at $15.21/hr, starting Feb 1,2023 until Oct. 31/2023, working 40+ hrs/week. Apiary Supervisors must have a minimum of 3 seasons working full time (40+hr/ wk) in a Canadian style commercial beekeeping operation, and must have a good understanding of honeybee management and have the ability to independently assess hive health and make decisions regarding individual hive management. All positions do require some evening, night and weekend work. All applicants should be able to work in a team environment. English is an asset as well as a valid driving license. Work will be in southern BC ( Fraser Valley) Contact Carolyn Shipley at jmcshipley@shaw.ca.

POELMAN APIARIES LTD.located near Fort Macleod, AB (102007A Range Rd 254) has the following positions available for the 2023 season: 7 FARM SUPERVISORS (SKILLED WORKER, NOC 8252) with a minimum of 5 years(seasons) experience working at a Canadian apiary. Employment needed from March through October 2023; wage starting at $17.50 + (depending on exp. with possible bonus) (40 + hrs/week). Duties will include: caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner; coordinating the production of replacement bees and equipment; recognizing, reporting, monitoring hive health issues and applying appropriate treatment/controls; harvest and fill honey barrels and containers; supervise small teams of workers; driving of vehicles; operate and maintain other apiary equipment; conduct bee yard maintenance.

16 APIARY TECHNICIAN (LOW SKILL WORKER, NOC 8431) with a minimum of 1-2 years experience. Employment needed from April through November 2023; wage starting at $15.65- $17.50 (depending on exp. with a possible bonus) (40 + hrs/week). Duties will include: caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner; assisting Technicians with bees and equipment;

assisting with harvesting honey; assisting with the bee yard and equipment maintenance.

6 GENERAL FARM WORKER, APIARY LABOURERS (LOW SKILL WORKER, NOC 8431) experience is an asset but will be trained. Employment needed for April through November 2023; wage starting at $16.52 per/ hour (with possible bonus) (40 + hrs/week).

Duties will include: Supering and harvesting honey, cleaning honey extraction and storage equipment, barrel moving prep, filling and storage, manufacture and assemble and maintain hive equipment, and bee yard maintenance. All wages are negotiable based on experience and productivity. Housing is available. Applicants must be able to work in the presence of honeybees. All positions may require some evening, night & weekend work. All applicants must be in good physical condition and able to work in a team environment.

Email resumes to pollenpal@gmail.com attention Poelman Apiaries or fax to 403-687-2410 or mail to Box 1887 Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0.

TEGART APIARIES is seeking 3 APIAIRY WORKERS with min 2+ years experience at a Canadian Commercial apiary operation. (at $15.65 - $16.40 hr with possible bonus) for July 10, 2023 to November 15, 2023. All applicants must be in good physical condition and able to work in a team. Successful applicants must be accustomed to working with honey bees & have a good understanding of colony management, bee equipment maintenance & honey extracting/ beeswax processing. Apiary workers can expect on average 45+ hrs/week. Accom. available. Some evening & night work will be required. Main work location is Tegart Apiaries Honey Farms is located 2.5 miles from Fairview, Alberta (30024 TWP RD 820). Position may require travel to Harrison Mills, B. C. for spring and fall hive work (small travel allowance and accommodations provided) For more details or to apply, contact Dan Tegart directly at 780 835 2115 or tegarthoney@ telus.net; PO Box 904, Fairview, AB T0H 1L0

MCW APIARIES has two positions available for Apiary Technician (NOC8431) starting February 1st to October 31st 2023. Must have at least three years of commercial beekeeping experience with wage staring at $18/hr, accommodation available if required, must have a valid driver's license. Hours are 45 hours per week with some weekends and evenings. Duties include doing and overseeing such tasks as feeding, medicating, spring brood management, queen rearing, making nucs, honey harvesting and moving hives. Contact Mike by fax at 780 624 9408 or mcwap@abnorth.com. We are located at 84172 Range Rd 204 East of Peace River near the hamlet of St Isidore.

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MCW APIARIES has two positions available for Apiary Workers (NOC 8431), starting February 1st to October 31st, 2023. Must have at least one year of experience and a valid driver's license. Accommodation available if required. Wages starting at $15.65/hr with some evening and weekend work. Hours are 45 hours per week with some evening and weekends, the job involves doing such tasks as feeding, edicating, honey harvesting and moving hives. Contact Mike by fax at 780 624 9408 or mcwap@abnorth. com. We are located at 84172 Range Rd 204. East of Peace River near the hamlet of St Isidore.

TEES BEES INC. requires: Three APIARY TECHNICIANS (NOC 8431) with a minimum of 2-3 years (seasons) experience working on a Canadian style commercial apiary in the min. capacity of Apiary Worker or General Farm Worker with employment March thru October 2023 ($15.65$19/ hr depending on exp. with possible bonus) (40+ hrs/wk); Duties include: caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner; coordinating the production of replacement bees and equipment; recognizing, reporting, monitoring hive health issues and applying appropriate treatment/ controls; harvest and fill honey barrels and containers; supervise small teams of workers;

driving and daily maintenance of vehicles; operate and maintain other apiary equipment; conduct bee yard maintenance; keep some field production records. A motor vehicle operator's licence with no serious infractions, recognized by the Province of Alberta and major insurance companies is required. Nine APIARY WORKERS (NOC 8431) with a minimum of 1 year (season) experience and with employment March thru October 2023 ($15.65 - $17/ hr depending on exp. with possible bonus) (40+ hrs/wk); Duties include caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner; assisting Technicians with bees and equipment; assisting with harvesting honey; assisting with the bee yard and equipment maintenance. All wages are negotiable based on experience and productivity. Applicants must be able to work in the presence of honey bees. All positions may require some evening, night & weekend work. All applicants must be in good physical condition and able to work in a team environment. Ability to speak English is an asset. Contact Jeremy Olthof at 23318-Hwy 50, Tees, AB; mail to RR1, Tees, AB T0C 2N0; or email at teesbeesinc@gmail.com

SWAN APIARIES are seeking workers for the 2023 season, February 20- October 31 2023, 12 Apiary workers (NOC 8431) and 2 Apiary

Technicians(NOC 8253) in the Westlock area. Applicants for apiary worker must have a minimum 1 year (season) working fulltime on a Canadian style commercial apiary operation as an Apiary Worker. The position is full time (40+ hrs/week) from mid February to mid October. Major duties involve all aspects of bee colony operations under the supervision of an Apiary Technician. The rate of pay is $15.65 - $16/hr (depending on experience) for apiary worker. Applicants for Apiary Technicians (NOC 8253) must have a minimum of 3 years experience on a Canadian style commercial apiary ($17 - $19/hr depending on experience). The position is full time (40+ hrs/week) from mid February to mid October. Major duties involve all aspects of bee colony operations with the assistance of the Apiary Workers. The ability to operate and maintain equipment utilized in the beekeeping industry and keep accurate records for monitoring hive health is essential to the position. The positions are full time and may require evening and weekend work(45hrs+/wk) . Applicants must be in good physical condition as it is physically demanding work. Staff accommodations available. A valid driver’s licence will be considered an asset. Apply with resume to Hendrik Greidanus at Swan Apiaries, 520 4ST SW High River, T1V 1B6 or fax resume to 403-652-7683

PLEASANT VALLEY HONEY LTD.(SW 15-46-27-W4 near Falun, AB) requires: Ten APIARY TECHNICIANS (NOC 8431) with a minimum of 2 years (seasons) experience working on a Canadian style commercial apiary with employment March thru December 2023 $15.65 - $18/hr to start depending on experience (40+ hrs/wk); Duties include: caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner; coordinating the production of replacement bees and equipment; recognising, reporting, monitoring hive health issues and

of honey bees. All positions may require some evening, night & weekend work. All applicants must be in good physical condition and able to work in a team environment. Ability to speak English is an asset. Contact Ryan Olthof in person at the farm to apply.

BUSY BEE FARM LTD. near Hay Lakes, Alberta, requires Four Apiary Labourers (NOC 8431) with a minimum of 1 year experience in commercial beekeeping, wages ranging from $15.65 - $17.50/hour; Also required is Fifteen

experience. On-Farm accommodations are available. Applications can be emailed to Mike deJong at busybee@telus.net Busy Bee Farm Ltd, 48549 Range Road 224, Hay Lakes, Alberta T0B 1W0

PALA’S VITAMIN HONEY FARM  in Wembley, AB for the 2023 season is seeking 4 positions for Apiary Technician (NOC 8431), $16.00.$22.00/hr with 2 years experience minimum, in a commercial Apiary. Wages depend on experience. Major duties: knowledge of

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We require 5 Apiary Workers (NOC 8431) with a minimum of 1 year experience on a Canadian style commercial apiary to work in Northern Saskatchewan ($15.65/hr) in 2023. The position is full time (40+ hrs/week) from early March to late October. Major duties involve all aspects of bee colony operations under the supervision of an Apiary Technician. A motor vehicle Operator’s license that is recognized by the province of Alberta and major insurance companies and the ability to speak English are considered assets. Staff accommodations are available in Northern Saskatchewan. Production bonus may apply. We are seeking workers for the 2023 beekeeping season near High River, AB. All positions will be available on a seasonal basis. Production bonus may apply. All applicants must be physically fit and willing to work in a team environment. Staff accommodations are available.

We require 4 Apiary Technicians (NOC 8253) with a minimum of 3 years experience on a Canadian style commercial apiary ($17-$19/hr depending on experience). The position is full time (40+ hrs/ week) from mid February to mid October. Major duties involve all aspects of bee colony operations with the assistance of the Apiary Workers. The ability to operate and maintain equipment utilized in the beekeeping industry and keep accurate records for monitoring hive health is essential to the position. A motor vehicle Operator’s license that is recognized by the province of Alberta and major insurance companies is required for these positions. The ability to speak & write in English are assets. We require 4 Apiary Workers (NOC 8431) with a minimum of 1 year experience on a Canadian style commercial apiary ($15.65 - $16.50/hr depending on experience). The position is full time (40+ hrs/week) from mid February to mid October. Major duties involve all aspects of bee colony operations under the supervision of an Apiary Technician. A motor vehicle Operator’s license that is recognized by the province of Alberta and major insurance companies and the ability to speak English are considered assets. We require 4 Apiary Workers (NOC 8431) with a minimum of 1 year experience on a Canadian style commercial apiary ($15.65/hr). The position is full time (40+ hrs/week) from late March to late October. Major duties involve all aspects of bee colony operations under the supervision of an Apiary Technician. A motor vehicle Operator’s license that is recognized by the province of Alberta and major insurance companies and the ability to speak English are considered assets. We require 10 Apiary Labourers (NOC 8431 - $15.65/hr) with a minimum of 1 year experience on a Canadian style commercial apiary. The position is full time (40+ hrs/week) from beginning of June to late Oct. Major duties involve all aspects of harvesting honey and processing beeswax. The ability to speak English is considered

an asset. Apply with resume to Grace Strom at The Greidanus Honey Mill, Box 5504, High River, AB T1V 1M6 or fax resume to 403-652-7683

GREIDANUS HONEY-BEE FARM in Stettler, Alberta is accepting applications for the 2023 season on a seasonal full-time basis. The following positions need to be filled:

4 APIARY TECHNICIANS (NOC 8431) Full time employment (40+ hrs/week) $17-$18.50/hr depending on experience. Must have minimum 2 years of experience working full time on a commercial honeybee farm. Duties include: woodwork (building bee related equipment), caring for bees in an appropriate manner, coordinating the production of replacement bees and equipment;recognizing, reporting, monitoring hive health issues and applying appropriate treatments/controls. Moving hives as required;harvest, extract and package honey, lead small teams of workers, drive and maintain vehicles, operate and maintain other beerelated equipment such as forklifts, conduct bee yard maintenance, general cleaning of working/production areas. Must have avalid driver's license. These positions are from March 15, 2023 thru October 31, 2023.2 APIARY WORKERS (NOC 8431) Full time (40+ hrs/ week) $15.75 -18/hr depending on experience. Minimum 1 year experience. Duties include: woodwork (building bee related equipment), caring for bees in an appropriate manner, assisting technicians with bees and equipment, assisting with moving bees, assisting with honey harvest, extraction and packaging, assisting with bee yard and equipment maintenance, cleaning of working/production areas. These positions are from April 15, 2023 thru October 31,2023.

2 CASUAL FARM LABOURERS starting @ $16.00 / hr. Duties include: working with cattle, honey bees, farm organization/production, operating farm equipment, and general maintenance of the farm and equipment. These positions are from June 1,2023 thru October 31, 2023. All wages are negotiable based on experience and productivity. All positions may require some night and weekend work. All applicants must be able to work in the presence of bees, be in good physical condition and able to work in a team environment. On farm housing is available. Resumes: rongreidanus@gmail.com or via mail to: Greidanus Honey Bee Farm c/o 1005271 Alberta LTD, Box 1581, Stettler, Alberta, T0C 2L0

MOUNTAINVIEW HONEY near Cayley, Alberta is seeking interested applicants for 4 positions as Apiary Technician NOC 8431 (40+ hrs/wk) seasonal employment. The applicant must have a minimum of 2 years (seasons) experience working in a Canadian style commercial apiary environment with a minimum of 3 years as an Apiary Technician. Wages will be set by the

NOC guidelines approx. $15.65 - $16 per hour, depending on experience. Possible bonus may also apply. Duties include caring for honeybee colonies, moving beehives into an out of canola pollination fields, monitoring and controlling bee health issues, honey harvesting and extraction, construction of new beehive equipment, all duties associated with a Canadian style commercial apiary. Preference will be given to applicants that have a valid drivers licence recognised by the province of Alberta. Ability to drive a lift truck is an asset. Ability to speak English is an asset, must be physically fit, & be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment. Staff accommodations available. Please fax, mail, or email your resume to Mountainview Honey, Attn: Terry Greidanus, at Box 126 Cayley, AB, T0L 0P0. or jobs@ mountainviewhoney.com

GULL LAKE HONEY COMPANY in Lacombe County (41113 Rg Rd 282 - 18 Kms west of Lacombe, AB) is looking for (1) Supervisor ($18-$22/hr + possible bonuses - NOC 8253) for employment March – October 2023. Accommodations are provided. The position is full time, 44+ hrs per week. Some weekend and night work may be required. The Supervisor must have 3+ years working in a Canadian commercial apiary working as a supervisor. Duties include but are not limited to: Supervise and train other workers in caring for, splitting and managing honey bee colonies, monitoring and controlling colony health, moving bee colonies to new bee yards, woodwork for new and repairing of bee equipment, honey harvesting and extraction, and winter preparation and wrapping. Canadian Drivers licence is required. We are also hiring (3) Apiary Technicians ($17-$20/hr + possible bonuses - NOC 8431) for employment March –October 2023. Accommodations are provided. The positions are full time, 44+ hrs per week. Some weekend and night work may be required. The workers must have 1+ years working in a Canadian commercial apiary. Duties include but are not limited to: Assisting with care, splitting and managing honey bee colonies, monitoring and controlling colony health, woodwork for new and repairing of bee equipment, honey harvesting and extraction, and winter preparation and wrapping. We are also hiring (3) General Farm Workers ($15.75-$17/hr + possible bonuses) for employment March – October 2023. Accommodations are provided. The positions are full time, 44+ hrs per week. Some weekend and night work may be required. Duties include but are not limited to: Assisting with care, splitting and managing honey bee colonies, woodwork for new and repairing of bee equipment, honey harvesting and extraction, and winter preparation and wrapping. Please contact: gulllakehoney@ gmail.com or 780.916.2263.

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CHRISTENSEN BEE RANCH LTD. located in Mallaig Alberta is seeking two Apiary Workers (NOC 8431) with a minimum of 1 year of commercial beekeeping experience. The positions are full time seasonal work from April to October. Wages for this position are between $16.52 and $19 per hour depending on experience. Duties include assisting with spring, summer and fall beehive management, moving hives, harvesting and extracting honey, driving and maintaining trucks, forklifts, pumps, leaf blowers and chain saws. All applicants must be in good physical condition, be able to work in a team environment and have a valid driver’s licence. Contact Paul Christensen by email at christensenbeeranch@gmail.com

PARADIS VALLEY HONEY LTD Apiary in Watino, AB (NE-34-77-24-W5); requires the following for the 2023 season. 6-Apiary Technicians (NOC8431) $15.65/hr. Apiary technician applicants must have a minimum 3 years experience with commercial beekeeping and are expected to work effectively unsupervised. Experience driving trucks and a clean driving record are assets. These 6 positions are seasonal/full-time positions from Feb 1, 2023 to Nov 1, 2023 with 40-50 hours per week. Hours of work are dependent on weather conditions. No formal education is needed for. Successful candidates will take part in the break-down and re-building of live bee colonies, honey harvest, honey extraction, collection of bee pollen and seasonal feeding of hives. On-site farm housing is available. Interested applicants can apply my emailing resumes to info@paradisvalleyhoney.com

LYNES APIARIES LTD. (61118 Range Road 251) has 7 positions available for Apiary Technicians (NOC 8431). Applicants must have two years of Apiary technician experience. The rate of pay is $15.65-$18.00/hr., depending on experience. Applicants must be able to work in the presence of bees and will assist with colony management and honey extraction and processing. Duties include caring for honeybee colonies and coordinating the production of replacement bees and equipment. Also: recognizing, reporting, monitoring and controlling hive health issues. These positions are available from March to October 2023 (45+ hours per week). All positions may require some evening and weekend work. A valid driver's license may be required. Applicants must be physically fit and willing to work in a team environment. Staff accommodations will be provided. Apply with a resume to Daryl or Sharon Lynes, Lynes Apiaries Ltd., P.O. Box 272, Clyde, Alberta T0G 0P0. Email: sdlynes@hotmail.com

LYNES APIARIES LTD. (61118 Range Road 251) has 10 positions available for Apiary Workers

(NOC 8431). Applicants must have a minimum 1 year apiary work experience. The rate of pay is $15.65 - $ 16.00/hr. depending on experience. Applicants must be able to work in the presence of bees. Duties include: assisting Technicians with bees and equipment, harvesting honey and extracting. Also: bee yard and equipment maintenance. These positions are available from July to September 2023 (45+ hours per week). All positions may require some evening and weekend work. A valid driver's license may be required. Applicants must be physically fit and willing to work in a team environment. Staff accommodations will be provided. Apply with a resume to Daryl or Sharon Lynes, Lynes Apiaries Ltd., P.O. Box 272, Clyde, Alberta T0G 0P0. Email: sdlynes@hotmail.com

YUAN ENTERPRISES is seeking for one Apiary Technician (from April 15 to November 30, 2023) and one Apiary worker (from June 15 to September 15, 2023) in Peace River, AB. Applicants must be in good physical condition and do all beekeeping management. Wages from $15.65/hr, depending on experience. Email canadian.prairie.honey@gmail.com or Box 7554, Peace River, AB, T8S 1T2

DEJONG’S HONEY FARM BROOKS, AB requires four general farm workers (NOC 8431) from March 20, 2023 to November 1, 2023. $16/hr. 30 to 60 hours a week. Must be willing to do some weekend work. Three years beekeeping experience a necessity. Specific skills include apiary work, queen management, harvesting honey, assemble, maintain, and clean supers and frames, and work around bees. Work is fast paced, repetitive, and physically demanding. Must be a team player, able to operate a lift truck, and automatic honey extractor. Valid drivers license is an asset. Located in isolated rural area. WCB coverage is provided. Worker accommodation is available. Location is #9 Hajash 190012 RR 142. Fax resume to 1-403-362-6506, call 1-403-501-4226 or email dejongshoney@gmail.com

MOUNTAINVIEW HONEY near Cayley, Alberta is seeking interested applicants for 3 positions as Apiary Supervisor NOC 8252 (40+ hrs/ wk) seasonal employment. The applicant must have a minimum of 5 years (seasons) experience working in a Canadian style commercial apiary environment with a minimum of 3 years as an Apiary Technician. Wages will be set by the NOC guidelines approx. $15.65 - $19.00 per hour, depending on experience. Possible bonus may also apply. Duties will include Supervising and working with Apiary technicians, caring for honeybee colonies, moving beehives into an out of canola pollination fields, monitoring and

controlling bee health issues, honey harvesting and extraction, construction of new beehive equipment, all duties associated with a Canadian style commercial Apiary. Must be able to drive a lift truck. The applicant must have a valid drivers licence recognised by the province of Alberta. Ability to speak English is an asset, must be physically fit, & be prepared to work in a fastpaced team environment. Staff accommodations available. Please fax, mail, or email you resume to Mountainview Honey, Attn: Terry Greidanus, at Box 126 Cayley, AB, T0L 0P0. or jobs@ mountainviewhoney.com

GREIDANUS FARMS INC.at Granum, AB requires 17 general farm workers (NOC 8431) from March 9, 2023 to November 9, 2023. $16.52/ hr. 30 to 72 hours a week. Possible bonus. Must be willing to do some weekend work. Three years beekeeping experience a necessity. Specific skills include apiary work, queen management, harvesting honey, preparing honey for market, assemble, maintain, and clean supers and frames, and work around bees. Work is fast paced, repetitive, and physically demanding. Must be a team player, able to operate a lift truck and automatic honey extractor. Valid drivers license is an asset. Located in isolated rural area. WCB coverage provided. Worker accommodation is available. Fax resume to 403-687-2375 or e-mail ggreidanus@hotmail.com

GREIDANUS APIARIES in Sturgeon County, Alberta for the 2023 season from March to November. Requiring four (4) Apiary Labourers, six (6) Apiary Workers and six (6) Apiary Technicians. Seeking four (4) Apiary Labourers at $16.00/hr for seasonal/full time position. (54.00 hrs/wk) As Apiary Labourer you are required in all manual labour of the Apiary as directed. Main duties involve all aspects of harvesting honey and processing beeswax. Apiary Labourer must have a minimum of one year of experience. Seeking six (6) Apiary Workers at $17.00/hr for seasonal/full time position. (54.00 hrs/ wk) As Apiary Worker you are required to assist management and apiary technician with beehive maintenance, this involves cleaning, checking, treating and feeding colonies, honey harvesting and extracting. Apiary Worker must have a minimum of one year of experience. Seeking six (6) Apiary Technicians at $18.00/hr for seasonal/full time position. (54.00 hrs/wk) As Apiary Technician you are required to work with, supervise and instruct other employees. Other requirements include maintaining field records, monitoring and reporting to management. Apiary Technicians must have a minimum of two years of experience. Accomm for all positions are provided. Bonuses apply. Email grapiaries@gmail.com. Greidanus Apiaries Ltd. 56107 Range Road 245, Sturgeon County, AB, T8R 0M1.

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Located at 59332 RR15 Westlock County is seeking applicants for the following positions available in the 2023 season: 4 Apiary Technicians (NOC 8431). $15.65 - $21/hr depending on experience. Full time 45+ hrs per week Feb thru Oct 2023. Applicants must have a minimum 2-3 seasons experience working in a Canadian commercial apiary. Duties include spring, summer and fall management of bee colonies, bee health monitoring, hive feeding, honey harvesting, operating /maintaining apiary equipment and coordinating some workers. Two apiary workers (NOC 8431) with a minimum of 1 year (season) experience and with full time employmentApril thru September 2023. ($15.65 - $18 /hr depending on experience) Duties include assisting technicians with bees and equipment, honey harvesting and equipment maintenance. A valid drivers license may be required for some of the positions. All applicants must be in good physical condition, ability to speak English is an asset. Must be able to work with bees in a fast paced team environment. Email westlockhoney@ gmail.com or mail to Westlock Honey Producers RR1 Busby, AB T0G 0H0

KIWI BRIAN’S HONEY near Coaldale AB, (94056 H845), is seeking employees for the 2023 season. Apiary Technicians: 8431 (4 positions; starting at $16.50 -$21.00/hr.) and Apiary Workers NOC: 8431 (15 positions; starting at $16 - 18.50/hr.) and Farm Laborers (3 Positions; starting at $15.75-16.00/hr.) needed full time (45+ hrs./wk.) as early as February 1, 2023, up until November 16, 2023, weather depending. Some evening, night and weekend work will be required. Accommodations are available if required. All applicants must be willing to work with both leafcutter and honeybees, be in good physical condition, and work in a team environment. Having a valid Alberta driver’s license and the ability to speak English will be considered an asset. All applicants must be able to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain health and safety of self and others.

Apiary Technicians must have a minimum of 3 seasons of full-time experience in a commercial apiary, have the ability to supervise/train staff, have knowledge in commercial hive management for pollination, honey production, queen rearing and disease diagnosis. Must be able to oversee and maintain hive equipment, bee yard and storage facilities.

Apiary Workers must have a minimum of 1 season full time experience in a commercial apiary, and have knowledge to assist technicians with hive management, building and repairing bee equipment, placement/pick-up of

pollination equipment, and honey harvest / extraction/processing. Must be able to maintain hive equipment, bee yard and storage facilities. Apiary Laborers do not require any experience but must be committed to working with bees, be in good physical condition and can work in hot, sweaty, fast paced environment. All wages are negotiable based on knowledge /experience/skill set. Personal Protection Equipment benefit is provided to all staff. Bonuses may be available. Please email resumes to kiwijobs@witdouckfarms.com Drop off resumes at 94056 Highway 845 Coaldale AB

HICKS HONEY FARMS LTD. Near McLennan, AB 77405 RR 193A is seeking for the 2023 season, 8 Apiary technicians, NOC 8431. Applicants should have between 3-5 years experience working in a Canadian style commercial beekeeping operation. Duties include, helping to feed, treat, split, and monitor springbuild up. Also responsible for helping to prepare hives for harvest, including, adding supers, monitoring hives, and setting up bee locations. Once harvest begins, applicants should be able to run a crew pulling honey, picking up honey, or extracting. Applicants will be required to help, feed, treat and prepare bees for winter in the fall. Work begins February 18, 2023 and goes until November 5, 2023. Also seeking 9 Apiary workers NOC 8431. These workers should have 1 year experience working in a Canadian style commercial operation. Wages will be between $16.50 - $18 depending on experience and efficiency. These applicants will be expected to help technicians with all duties related to beekeeping, including, spring preparation, feeding, treating, harvest preparation, extracting, and fall feeding and winter preparation. All jobs may have weekend and evening work. Accomodations available. There may be some spring and fall work in the Similkameen valley in B.C. Apply to hicksry82@gmail.com or mail to Hicks Honey Farms Ltd., box 181, McLennan, AB T0H 2L0

LALLIER APIARIES Located at 56226 Range road 64 Sangudo, AB is in need of one (1) apiary worker (low skill worker) for the 2023 season; wage $16/hr. The position is full time (40+ hrs/ wk depends on the weather). The season willstart on March 2023 until October 2023. TheApiary Worker will assist the Apiary Technician with beehive maintenance this involves unwrapping, cleaning, treating, make new hives(splits), honey harvesting & extracting, feeding and wrapping in the fall. Applicant may send a resume to extremehaulinginc@gmail.com.

PARADIS HONEY LTD. PARADIS HONEY LTD.

5023-50 St & SW4-78-23-W5 Girouxville, AB Requires 1 FARM SUPERVISOR NOC 8252 for

fulltime (40+ hrs/wk) year round employment ($16.00 - $20.00/hr - bonuses possible) depending on experience. Applicant must have a minimum of 5 yrs (seasons) in a Canadian commercial apiary. Duties include assist management in bee colony management & harvest crop. Recognize, report, monitor hive health issues. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. English an asset.Valid driver’s license an asset. 4 APIARY TECHNICIANS NOC 8431 $16.25 - $19/hr (bonuses possible) depending on experience for full time (40+ hrs/wk) from Feb to Nov, 2023. Must have a minimum of 4+ yrs experience working with bees in a Canadian style commercial apiary. Some technicians may be required to spend 3-4 months out of province to BC (March-June) as bees may be moved to BC for spring pollination services and return to AB mid-June. Room and board will be provided for employees working in BC. Must be able to travel out of province. Duties include assist management in bee colony management & harvest crop. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. English an asset. Valid driver’s license an asset. APIARY TECHNICIANS – NOC 8431 (8 positions) ($15.65 - $17.00/hr with possible bonus) for full time (40+ hrs/wk) from Feb to Nov, 2023. Must have a minimum of 1+ yrs experience working with bees in a Canadian style commercial apiary. Applicants must be able to work in presence of honeybees (Apiary work) & will assist with colony management & harvest crop. Some technicians may be required to spend 3-4 months out of province to BC (March-June) as bees may be moved to BC for spring pollination services and return to AB mid-June. Room and board will be provided for employees working in BC. Must be able to travel out of province. English an asset. No skills, experience or education required. All positions may require some evening, night and weekend work. All applicants must be in good physical condition and have the ability to handle heavy loads, bending, crouching, kneeling. Accomm available. Rural area. Apply: info@paradishoney. com or mail to Paradis Honey Ltd, c/o Lise Paradis Box 99, Girouxville, AB T0H 1S0

SEVERSON HONEY FARM at 48143 Range Rd 204 Camrose, AB is seeking for the 2023 season from Feb – Nov 1: 8 apiary workers (NOC8431) with a min of 1-year experience, wages starting at $16.52/hr & 7 Apiary Technicians (NOC8431) with a min of 2-3 years experience, wage starting at $16.50/hr. These positions are fulltime 40+ hrs/ week & may req. some evening,night, weekend work. Work involves care of honey bees for honey production & pollination services. All applicants must be physically fit &be able to perform work in a team environment. On farm accomm are avail. Wages are negotiable depending on experience. Please send resume to Russell at rads@netkaster.ca Cell 780-608-0076.

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EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT

WORKER BEE HONEY COMPANY Apiary

Technician NOC 8431 (6 seasonal positions available, January to November 2023) - $17.75/ hour plus bonus for superior work. Duties include caring for honeybee colonies; recognizing and monitoring hive issues; supervising 2-4 Apiary Workers; harvesting, extracting and packaging honey, beeswax and pollen; using power tools; and maintaining field and/or production records, including using an online app. Three years’ experience required in a Canadian-style commercial apiary. Apiary Worker NOC 8431 (8 seasonal positions available, February to October 2023) - $16.15/hour plus bonus for superior work. Duties include caring for honeybee colonies; harvesting honey, pollen and beeswax. Minimum one year experience required in a Canadian-style commercial apiary. Apiary Harvester NOC 8431 (8 seasonal positions available, February to October 2023) - $15.65/hour plus bonus for superior work. Duties include harvesting and extracting honey, pollen and beeswax. Minimum six months’ experience in a Canadian-style commercial apiary. All positions are physically demanding and involve standing/bending/crouching for long periods; heavy lifting; repetitive tasks; working outdoors in the heat in a rural environment; driving and maintaining farm equipment (class 5 driver’s license required, class 3 preferred); 40-70 hours per week including evenings, weekends and overtime as required, as well as ability to work in a team environment and show attention to detail. Positions are in Rosedale, British Columbia with summer months spent in Boyle, Alberta. Accommodation provided at both locations. Worker Bee Honey Company Ltd. 10609 McGrath Road, Rosedale, BC V0X 1X2 tel: 604-794-3315; fax: 604-794-3085; jobs @workerbeehoney.ca

GOOD MORNING HONEY LTD.in Parkland County, AB (51516-RR15) is looking for: (2) APIARY TECHNICIANS ($17-$20/hr depending on experience) NOC8431 for employment during March thru October 2023 season. The positions are seasonal full time (44+ hrs/wk). Some weekend, evening and night work required. Onfarm accommodations available. Located 10 min SW of Stony Plain, Alberta. The Apiary Technician must have a minimum of three years experience in a Canadian commercial apiary working as an Apiary Technician or Apiary worker. Experience required in hive management for honey production, disease diagnosis, general hive health and mite threshold monitoring. Applicants must be in good physical condition. A valid driver's license is an asset. We also require (3) APIARY WORKERS ($16 -$19/ hr depending on experience) NOC8431 with employment during March thru October 2023 season. The positions are seasonal full time (44+

hrs/wk). Some weekend, evening and night work required. On-farm accommodations available. Located 10 min SW of Stony Plain, Alberta. The Apiary Worker MUST be able to work in the presence of honey bees and will assist with colony management as well as honey extraction. Applicants must be in good physical condition and have a minimum 1+ year experience working in a Canadian style commercial apiary. We also require (2) APIARY LABOURER (Bee Farm Worker) ($16/hr) NOC 8431 with employment during March thru October 2023 season. This position is seasonal full time (44+ hrs/wk.) Some weekend, evening and night work required. On-farm accommodations available. Located 10 min SW of Stony Plain, Alberta. The Apiary Labourer MUST be able to work in the presence of honey bees. Applicants must be in good physical condition. Experience is an asset. Production bonus payments may be included for all positions. Email resumes to Richard at albertahoney@gmail.com or send mail to 2-51516 RR15 Parkland County, AB T7Y 2E8. Clearly indicate which position you are applying for. These are seasonal jobs that do not start until March of 2023.

YAREMCIO HONEY is seeking 8 full time seasonal Apiary Technicians (NOC 8431) for the 2023 March to November Season. Apiary Technician's must have previous beekeeping experience (7 months to 1 year experience).They must be able to work in a team environment, as well as independently. Additionally, Apiary Technicians need to be able to pay great attention to detail and handle the pressure of working under tight deadlines. Previous leadership experience is considered an asset, along with, a valid driver's license. Duties of an Apiary Technician include but are not limited to site preparation, site maintenance, colony management, honey extraction, and preparing hives for winter. Hours of work are minimum 40 hours per week or more. The salary for Apiary Technicians is $15.65 - $25.00 per hour.

NIXON HONEY FARM in Red Deer County, Alberta is accepting applications for the 2023 season on a seasonal full time basis. The following positions need to be filled: 5 APIARY TECHNICIANS (NOC 8431) Full time employment (40+ hrs/week) $1721/hr depending on experience with possible bonus. Must have minimum 2 years of experience working full time on a commercial honeybee farm. Duties include: woodwork (building bee related equipment), caring for bees in an appropriate manner, coordinating the production of replacement bees and equipment; recognizing, reporting, monitoring hive health issues and applying appropriate treatments/ controls. Moving hives as required; harvest, extract and package honey, lead small teams of workers,

drive and maintain vehicles, operate and maintain other bee related equipment such as forklifts, conduct bee yard maintenance, general cleaning of working/production areas. One of these positions is from February 2023 thru June 2023 The other four positions are from February 2023 thru October 2023.

13 APIARY WORKERS (NOC 8431) Full time (40+ hrs/week) $16.52 -19.50/hr depending on experience, possible bonuses. Minimum 1 year experience. Duties include: woodwork (building bee related equipment), caring for bees in an appropriate manner, assisting technicians with bees and equipment, assisting with moving bees, assisting with honey harvest, extraction and packaging, assisting with bee yard and equipment maintenance, cleaning of working/production areas. One of these positions is from July 2023 thru October 2023. The other twelve positions are from February 2023 thru October 2023. All wages are negotiable based on experience and productivity. All positions may require some night and weekend work. All applicants must be able to work in the presence of bees, be in good physical condition and able to work in a team environment. On farm housing is available. Email resumes to: info@ nixonhoney.ca or mail to: Nixon Honey Farm, #20, 35566 RR 263, Red Deer County, Alberta, T4G 0C9

S.S. HONEY INC. S.S. Honey Inc. is looking for 4 positions to be filled for the upcoming 2023 bee season. 2 Apiary technicians (NOC 8431) from April 1 2023 to October 31 2023. Full Time Seasonal employment on a Canadian commercial beekeeping operation. (40+/hrs a week) $18 to $20/hr depending on experience, minimum 3 year experience. Must be physically fit and be able to work as a team. Duties include and are not limited to: Hive Management, Detecting Hive Diseases, Treating Hive Diseases, Extraction of Honey, Operating Farm equipment. Apiary Techs are required to be team leaders and must be able to manage a team. 2 Apiary workers (NOC 8431) from April 1, 2023 to October 31, 2023. Full time seasonal employment on a Canadian commercial beekeeping operation. (40+hours a week) $16.00 to 18.00 depending on experience. Must be physically fit and be able to work as a team. Duties include and are not limited to: Hive Management, Detecting Hive Diseases, Treating Hive Diseases, Extraction of Honey, Operating Farm equipment. International Drivers License is an asset. Some evenings and weekends are required. Worker Accommodation is available. Send resume to sshoneyinc@gmail.com or by mail Box 765, High Prairie, Ab, T0G-1E0

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EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT

BUTZ APIARIES 1 Apiary Harvest Worker for Jun-Oct, 2023 and 1 Apiary Harvest Worker Jul-Sep, 2023. Starting $16.52/hour according to NOC 8431 guidelines. 45 plus hrs/wk. 1+ year Canadian commercial beekeeping experience required and must be physically fit and able to work with bees. Duties include honey harvesting, extraction, equipment maintenance and associated duties. Jun-Oct Apiary Harvest Worker will also assist with winter hive preparation. Contact Butz Apiaries, butzbuzz@ gmail.com. PO Box 36 Carnwood AB T0C 0W0

WILDROSE COUNTRY APIARY LTD. n Smoky Lake AB, is seeking to hire 4 seasonal apiary Technicians (NOC 85100) from March thru October 2023. $16.52-20hr 30-60 hours a week. 1 year experience is required. Specific skills include colony management, honey production, spring & winter preparation, and general maintenance on the farm. Must be physically fit and prepared to work in an efficient team environment. Expect some weekend and evening work. Located in a rural setting. Worker accommodation is provided. Email: wildrosecountryapiary@gmail.com

P & J APIARIES INC. We are seeking interested applicants in the Westlock County area for the

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following positions, including...

(10) APIARY TECHNICIAN(s) (NOC 84120) $16.52-$22.00/hr. depending on experience for full time (45+ hrs/wk) employment February thru October 2024. No educational requirement. Must have a minimum of 2-3 years (seasons) working fulltime on a Canadian style commercial apiary operation as an Apiary Technician or in the min. capacity of an Apiary Worker. All Duties associated with Canadian style commercial apiary such as Spring, Summer, Fall management of bee colonies, bee health monitoring, feeding, honey production and harvest, maintaining quality control/ production, and safety records, operating and maintaining apiary equipment including trucks and forklifts, and coordination of some workers.

(10) APIARY WORKER(s) (NOC 85100) $16.52$19.00/hr. depending on experience for full time (45+ hrs/wk) employment March thru October 2024. No educational requirement. Must have a minimum of 1 year (season) working fulltime on a Canadian style commercial apiary operation as an Apiary Worker or in the min. capacity of an Apiary Harvester/Labourer. All duties related to Canadian style commercial apiary associated with assisting Beekeepers/ Apiary Technicians with Spring, Summer, Fall colony management, moving colonies,

maintaining of apiary equipment, and all aspects in the collection extraction/processing of honey.

All positions may require some evening & weekend work. All applicants must be in good physical conditions and able to work in a fastpace team environment. All Applicants must be able to work in the presence of bees. A valid driver’s license may be required for some of the Apiary Technician positions. Apply with resume to Todd Eastman at P & J Apiaries Inc., p.j.apiaries. applicants@shaw.ca

(Location 61232 – RR240 Westlock Co. AB.)

P & J APIARIES INC. - We are seeking interested applicants in the Westlock County area for the following positions, including...

-(6) APIARY HARVESTER(S)- NOC 85101 (6) Positions- $16.52 per/hr. The positions are available on a seasonal/full-time basis (45+ hrs. per week) for May to October 2024. Apiary Harvester duties include honey harvesting, collecting & processing of honey

No educational requirement, experience an asset. Apiary Harvester position may require some evening & weekend work. All applicants must be in good physical conditions and able to work in a fast-paced team environment. Experience an asset. All Applicants must be able

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EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT

to work in the presence of bees. Apply with resume to Todd Eastman at P & J Apiaries Inc., p.j.apiaries.applicants@shaw.ca, Fax.: 780 349 6610. (Location 61232 – RR240 Westlock Co. AB.)

PHILPOTT HONEY PRODUCERS LTD. located 10 kms north of Brooks is accepting resumes for Apiary workers for the 2023 beekeeping season. The position starts Feb 1st, 2023 and carries on until Oct 31st, 2023. Full time hours (45+hrs/week) and some weekends and evenings are required. All applicants must be in good physical condition and be able to work well with others. Duties to include helping with all aspects of beekeeping and honey production in a commercial beekeeping operation. No experience is necessary as on job training given; however, is an asset. Starting wage is $16.52/hour and is negotiable depending on exp. with a performance bonus determined at end of season. On-farm accommodations are also available. Please email resumes to colin@ philpotthoney.ca or mailed to box 555, Brooks AB, T1R 1B5 or faxed to 403-362-4350

MARC G. PARADIS NE 23-79-5W6 Rycroft, AB. – NOC 8431(4 positions) ($15.65 - $16.50/hr depending on experience) for full time (40+hrs/ wk) from Feb to Nov, 2023. Applicants must be able to work in presence of honeybees (Apiary work) & will assist with colony management & harvest crop. English an asset. No skills, experience or education required. All positions may require some evening, night and weekend work. All applicants must be in good physical condition and able to work in a team environment. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Valid driver’s license an asset. Apiary Workers Accommodation is available. Rural area. Apply: rycrofthoney@gmail.com or mail to Marc G Paradis, Box 487, Rycroft, AB T0H 3A0.

AP HONEY FARM LTD in Wanham AB for the 2023 season is seeking two positions for Apiary Technician (NOC 8253) $15.65 - $17 with two years’ experience minimum, in a commercial apiary, wages depends on experience. Major duties: knowledge of hive management, disease diagnoses & prevention, weekend work & evenings. Also require seven positions for Apiary Worker (NOC8431), $16.52 -$17 experience required. Major duties, include assisting Apiary Technician with all the duties in the work with bees. Some weekend & evenings work if needed, physically demanding work (45/ hrs + a week of work). Both positions start Jan 15 - November 15, 2023. Staff accomm available. Send resumes to Artur Pala palashoney@ hotmail.com or fax 780 694 2282.

P & J APIARIES INC. We are seeking interested applicants in the Westlock County area for the following positions, including... (6) APIARY LABOURER(S)- NOC 8431 (6) Positions- $15.65 per/hr. The positions are available on a seasonal/ full-time basis (45+hrs. per week) for May to October 2023. Apiary Labourer duties include honey harvesting, collecting & processing of honey No educational requirement, experience an asset. Apiary Labourer position may require some evening & weekend work. All applicants must be in good physical conditions and able to work in a fast-paced team environment. No educational requirement, experience an asset. All Applicants must be able to work in the presence of bees. Apply with resume to Todd Eastman at P & J Apiaries Inc., p.j.apiaries. applicants@shaw.ca, Fax.: 780 349 6610. (Location 61232 – RR240 Westlock Co. AB.

HONEY MEADOWS FARM is located 10 km south of Calgary at 226012 72st St. E Foothills, Alberta. We are looking to hire 14 beekeepers for the 2023 season, beginning mid January through to mid October (~45+hours/ week). The work entails colony management, harvesting and extracting honey as well as manufacturing and repair of apiary equipment. The positions fall under NOC:8431- $15.65/ hr - will adjust according to NOC guidelines if required. Successful applicants must have experience working with bees on a commercial honey farm for at least 2 seasons. Please email resumes to Honeymeadows1@hotmail.com.

NOLTE APIARIES at 55503 Rge Rd 260 Sturgeon County, AB. T8R 0T6. Seeking 4 Apiary Technicians with 3+ yrs experience in Canadian commercial beekeeping. Education notrequired. Salary $16.52 - $24/hr. Job duties: bee colony management, honey harvesting. Seeking 6 Apiary workers NOC8431 wage $16.52-$22/hr. 1yr experience & education notrequired. Job duties assist with bee colony management & honey harvesting. Seeking 4 Apiarylabourers wage $16.52-$20/hr. No experience, no education. Job duties honey harvesting.All positions manufacturing & assemble hive equipment & handle heavy loads. Seasonal: March to November 2024. 40+hrs/ wk. Valid driver’s license an asset. Apply by e-mail bee.farmerjob@gmail.com

WOLFE HONEY COMPANY INC. requires

12 Beekeeper Apiary Workers for full time/ seasonal work (40-50 hrs/ wk.) for beekeeping season (approximately end of Feb to beginning of Nov 2023) in Guy, AB. Wages will be set by the NOC guidelines and is currently $15.65 per hour. Accommodation is provided in Guy.

All applicants must be physically fit and able to work in the presence of honeybees. The job duties under the direction of the Field Supervisor and Managers include: maintaining the health of live honeybees, moving bees, collection & extraction of honey & preparing bees for winter. Also includes some woodwork for new beehive equipment, and general shop cleaning & maintenance. There will be some evening, weekend and night work required. This is an entry level position with on the job training. There are no job experience or educational requirements for this position. We work in a team environment. Wolfe Honey Company Inc. is located at 5010-49th Street in Guy, AB, T0H 1Y0. The hamlet of Guy is located in the Municipal District of Smoky River. Applications accepted by email to accounting@ honeybunny.ca; or by fax: 780-925-2943.

SEVERSON HONEY FARM at 48143 Range Rd 204 Camrose, AB, requires 3 Apiary Supervisors/ Forman (noc8253) for the 2023 year. Must have a minimum of 5 yearexperience in commercial beekeeping, wages start at $17–$21 depending on experience. Must be able to supervise 3-4 people & operate trucks & equipment. Be organized, maintain records, work in team environment. This position is full-time 40+ hrs/ week. On farm accomm avail. Please send resume to Russell at rads@netkaster.ca 780-608-0076

SUPERNUC APIARIES located near Granum, AB (251032 TWP RD 104) has the following positions for the 2023 season. APIARY TECHNICIAN (NOC 8431) 1 position; wage starting at $16.50 - $20.00/hr, and APIARY WORKERS (NOC 8431) 2 positions: starting at $15.65 - $18.00/hr, needed full time (45+ hrs/wk) from Mar 1, 2023 through October 31, 2023. Apiary technicians must have a minimum of 3 seasons of full-time experience in a Canadian commercial apiary and have the ability to supervise/train staff, have knowledge in commercial hive management for pollination, honey production and queenrearing and the ability to assess hive health and care for them in the appropriate manner.  Apiary workers must have a minimum of 1 season full time experience in a Canadian commercial apiary. Duties include assisting technicians with beehive maintenance and treatments, building and repairing bee equipment, moving hives, harvesting and extracting honey, and winter preparation.Some evening, night and weekend work will be required.  Accomodations are available.  A valid driver's license and the ability to speak English is an asset. Must be physically fit and accustomed to working with honeybees. No educational requirements.  All wages are negotiable based on experience and productivity. Bonuses may be available.  Email resumes to aovinge@gmail. com or mail to Box 133, Granum, AB T0L 1A0.

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T’N’T APIARIES REQUIRE:

An APIARY FOREPERSON (NOC 82030) for fulltime (40+ hrs/wk) year round employment ($20.00-$25/hr depending on experience. Bonuses possible). Applicant must have a minimum of 5 years (seasons) fulltime in a Canadian style commercial apiary environment with a minimum of 3 years (seasons) working as an Apiary Technician.

Duties include:

• Caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner.

• Co-ordinating the production of replacement bees & equipment.

•Recognizing, reporting, monitoring and controlling hive health issues.

• Harvest & package honey, pollen & beeswax.

• Supervise & train workers.

•Drive (including std transmission & medium duty trucks) & daily maintenance of vehicles.

•Operate & maintain other apiary equipment (including forklifts, chainsaws & pumps).

• Conduct bee yard maintenance.

• Keep field and/or production records.

• Interact with external farm personnel.

5 APIARY TECHNICIANS (NOC 84120) for full time (40+ hrs/wk) employment ($17-$22/ hr depending on experience. Bonuses possible)

February thru November 2023. 1-2 positions may become year round. Must have a minimum of 2 years (seasons) working fulltime on a Canadian style commercial apiary in the min. capacity of Apiary Assistant or General Farm Worker.

Duties include:

• Caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner.

• Co-ordinating the production of replacement bees & equipment.

• Recognizing, reporting, monitoring hive health issues and applying appropriate treatment/controls.

• Harvest & package honey, pollen & beeswax.

• Supervise small teams of workers.

• Drive (including std transmission & medium duty trucks) & daily maintenance of vehicles.

• Operate & maintain other apiary equipment (including forklifts, chainsaws & pumps).

• Conduct bee yard maintenance.

• Keep some field and/or production records.

6 APIARY WORKERS (NOC 85100) for full time (40+ hrs/wk) employment ($16.55 - $19/hr. depending on experience. Bonuses Possible)

February thru November 2023. Applicants must be able to work in the presence of honey bees.

Duties include:

• Caring for honeybee colonies in the appropriate manner

• Assisting Technicians with bees & equipment.

• Assisting with harvesting honey, pollen &

beeswax.

• Assisting with the bee yard & equipment maintenance.

All positions may require some evening, night & weekend work. All applicants must be in good physical condition and able to work in a team environment. A motor vehicle Operator’s license with no serious infractions, recognized by the Province of Alberta & major insurance companies, is required for the Foreperson position and preference will be given to those Technician & Worker applicants holding one. Contact Dave Tharle, 44116 - Hwy 659, Ardmore, AB or Box 80, Ardmore, AB. (Fax 780-826-6013) Email: tntapi@mcsnet.ca

EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT FOR SALE

GREIDANUS HONEY-BEE FARM, a 3400 hive beekeeping operation located in Stettler Alberta is seeking a seasonal Apiarist/Farm Foreman Duties: The foreman will oversee managing the beekeepers, bee care and honey collection/extraction. The foreman will manage the day to day operation of the honey bee farm including but not limited to oversight and organization of all field staff, ensuring that bee yards are checked on a regular basis and worker reporting back. Oversight of hive management including; medication, feeding bees, queen and nuc production, making splits. Harvesting and extracting honey. Maintenance of all kinds, transporting bee colonies to and from pollination, wood working, clean up and other duties as assigned.Looking for a minimum of 3 – 5 years experience. Salary negotiable and based on experience/qualifications. Must have a valid driver’s license. On site accommodation is available. Please send cover letter and resume to:  rongreidanus@gmail.com

MOONDANCE HONEY INC located at 55063 TWP RD 704 has the following positions for the 2023 beekeeping season. Apiary Technician (NOC 8431) 4 seasonal positions. Wages $17-$19, depending on experience. Duties include hive management, queen introduction and nuc production, pest/disease recognition and treatment, hive supering, honey removal and extraction, and winter hive preparation. Shop work includes equipment construction and repair. Positions require 2-5 years of experience. Apiary Worker (NOC 8431) - 2 seasonal positions, $15.65-17/ hr, depending on experience. Duties include assisting the Apiary Technicians with the duties described above. Seasonal positions run from mid-April to early October. Apply to termeerbill@yahoo.ca or fax your resume to 780-833-5747

WOLFE HONEY COMPANY is seeking an Apiary Manager for the 2024 beekeeping season. Must be able to communicate fluently in Spanish and English. Must be detailed oriented with strong organizational and interpersonal skills and have a minimum of 3 years working in a Canadian style beekeeping operation. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to maintain equipment. Must be able to keep detailed field and production records. Duties include caring for honeybee colonies, coordinating the moving of bee colonies, plan daily work duties with staff, etc. Year round employment and accommodation available. $20$24/hr. We are located in Guy, AB. Serious inquiries only

Please contact Gilbert Wolfe at 780-925-2282 or email gilbert@honeybunny.ca

HONEYBEAR APIARIES LTD. in Leduc completed our major downsizing in 2022 to just 200 hives put into winter This spring I will decide if I keep hives beyond 2023. There may be a very limited number of brood chambers, supers, nucs and bee blowers available. This spring the Dakota Gunness uncapper, frame lifter and roller assembly, three Dadant 60 frame extractors with speed controls, several moyno pumps and a nice 10 barrel SS honey tank may be sold. Text Barrie Termeer at 780-446-6924 for updates and pictures and to get on the waiting list.

FOR SALE: Commercial beekeeping operation in Sask. selling 1000 colonies at end of 2023 pollination season. Available last week of July (p.s. 3 fields in Bow Island hailed out and colonies AVAILABLE NOW). Double brood chamber, avail with super if required (additional). $450 each for small qty; larger quantities price negotiable. Colonies located Medicine Hat, AB, and Bow Island, SK. Contact Neil at sweetheart.pollinators@ sasktel.net or 306-463-8864.

EQUIPMENT IN ELK POINT, ALBERTA

Used, in good condition. $150,000.00 for the following:

• Paradise Air Ram extraction line, 128 frames

• Automotive uncapper with de-boxer

• Ralph Belt frame grabber, 9 frames

• Second generation wax press (Canadian made, Paradise knockoff)

• Water-jacketed Cowan in-floor sump with baffles and float switch (2 drum capacity)

• 900 gallon heated milk tank (half inch tubing Cowan heater)

• 2 tall plastic holding tanks on stands with 18 drums each

• Electric scale up to 2000 Lbs

• 3 two inch Cowan honey pumps

Please contact Jean-Marc Le Dorze at jeanmarcledorze@gmail.com

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SALE

PARADIS HONEY LTD. Has the following equipment for sale: Paradise 1000 Wax Press -$15,000 obo Pollen Traps (approx. 1,500)$60 each obo For further information email: paradishoney@outlook.com or phone 780-323-4183

FOR SALE: 60 totes, food grade. Located in Brooks. Call 403 - 501 - 4787

FOR SALE:

4 - 5 frame nucs $325.00 each. Full deep colonies for sale $600.00 each. Email info@paradisvalleyhoney.com or call 780-837-0302Contact: info@ paradisvalleyhoney.com

FOR SALE: Kelly 72 frame extractor. Dc drive Stainless steel drum. Food grade painted basket. CFIA approved. Runs great. 2k OBO. Pics available. 100 steel queen excluders. $7 each. Info at andrewcapis@yahoo.ca

NUCS & QUEENS FOR SALE

ABC has once again compiled a list of producers selling nucs and queens for this coming season. If you are looking to buy queens and/or nucs this season, please check out the list on our website at www.albertabeekeepers.ca/community-re-sources/2023-stock-forsale/