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How Can We Help?
Have a question about our courses, beekeeping resources, or the ABC Bees community? We’d love to hear from you.
Whether you’re just beginning your beekeeping journey, looking to build your skills, or representing an institution interested in our accredited courses, our team is here to help.
Have a question or want to reach out to us? No problem, use the information below to get in touch.
If you are an institution interested in offering our post-secondary accredited courses, please let us know.
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The questions we hear most. Anything else, send us a message above.
How do I start beekeeping in Canada?
Learn over winter, register as a beekeeper with your province, order bees by late winter, and install them in spring. Most provinces require registration, and our regulations guide covers each one. Beekeeping Basics ($99) walks you through the whole first year.
How long does the Level One certificate take?
About 50 hours across 10 modules and 50+ videos. It's self-paced with one year of access, so most students study over winter and finish before their bees arrive. It costs $475, or two payments of $250.
Is the Level One certificate accredited?
Yes. Our Level One Beekeeping Certificate is post-secondary accredited at both Olds Agricultural College and NAIT. More than 500 students have successfully completed certificate.
When can I buy bees from ABC Bees?
Nuc orders open in January for June pickup in Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton. A five-frame nuc is $395. Join the waitlist to hear the day orders open.