Overview
We are gathering feedback from stakeholders on proposed amendments to the Bee Regulation to help government watch for and respond to diseases and parasites.
Stakeholder feedback will focus on proposed additions to the regulated bee disease, pest and parasite list and related regulatory gaps such as limited tracking or reporting and clarity of inspection expectations when disease is detected.
Get informed
Alberta is Canada's leading beekeeping province, with approximately 2,300 registered beekeepers managing 332,534 colonies in 2026. Alberta produces more than 40% of Canada's honey, with approximately 34.2 million pounds of honey produced in 2025, valued at about $77 million.
Stakeholder engagement
Online survey
On November 4, we will contact registered beekeepers through email and invite them to participate in an online survey to share feedback on proposed amendments to Alberta's Bee Regulation by December 1, 2026.
Targeted sessions
We will meet with stakeholders in November 2026 to discuss proposed additions to the regulated bee disease, pest and parasite list and apiary-count reporting.
Outcomes
Stakeholder feedback may help inform changes to Alberta's Bee Regulation.
Contact
Connect with the Agriculture and Irrigation team if you have questions:
Email: [email protected]