Manitoba's Provincial Apiarist: Derek Micholson, MSc, P.Ag.
Email: Derek.Micholson@gov.mb.ca
Cell: 204-791-0124
Address: 204-545 University Crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3T 5S6
> 2025 Manitoba Honeybee Health Treatment Guide (PDF)
Up-to-date information on issues affecting honeybees in Manitoba and how to best to prevent and treat them
> The Bee Act of Manitoba | Agriculture
Outlines the process of registration of all beehives, the duties and powers of inspectors, the process if disease is detected, and the associated regulations. Registration with the province remains valid as long as the beekeeper complies with the rules and regulations outlined in the act.
> Beekeeping for the Hobbyist Course - University of Manitoba
The ideal way to learn about honeybees and beekeeping before diving into this exciting industry.
> Beekeeping in Manitoba - Facebook Group
This group is for Manitoba residents who keep bees or are interested in what it takes to keep bees in Manitoba. This group was created for Manitoban beekeepers to network and share ideas to better care for our bees.
> Brandon Area Beekeepers Association (BABA)
Join a local bee club to meet other beekeepers and learn from speakers in a casual setting. The BABA meets periodically in the city of Brandon.
President: Nazariy Dyakiv
> Farmers' Market Guidelines (PDF)
This PDF contains all of the guidelines for Farmers' Markets in Manitoba.
> Manitoba Provincial Beekeeper Registration Form (PDF)
Registration with the province is required when owning beekeeping equipment or keeping honeybees. They run the provincial inspection program looking for any major diseases (ie. American Foul Brood) that could impact your bees or those of your neighbours.
> Manitoba Beekeepers' Association (MBA)
Provides the voice for beekeepers working toward a sustainable and profitable honey bee industry through education, research, and lobbying. The MBA also puts on the annual Manitoba Beekeeping Convention, bringing in speakers from around the world.
Chairperson: Ian Steppler, iansteppler@gmail.com
Secretary: Shaun Kendrick, shaun.mbeea@gmail.com
> Manitoba's Knowledge & Research Transfer Program (KRTP)
Provides information on field days, workshops, and current honeybee research, as well as a health monitoring program for Varroa, Nosema, AFB/EFB, and various viruses.
Program Lead: Matthew Polinsky, krtpmb@gmail.com
Apiary & Lab Technician: Amanda Turriff, krtpmb.tech@gmail.com
Phone: 204-698-7399
> Province of Manitoba | Agriculture Index page
Information on the two main managed bee species in Manitoba, the honey bee, (Apis mellifera) and the alfalfa leafcutting bee, commonly known as the leafcutter bee, (Megachile rotundata).
> Red River Apiarist's Association (RRAA)
Join a local bee club to meet other beekeepers and learn from speakers in a casual setting. The RRAA meets on the second Tuesday of every month except for June-August and December, in the Transcona neighbourhood of Winnipeg.
President: Brad Hogg, president@rraa.ca
Email: contact@rraa.ca
> South Central Beekeepers' Association (SCBA)
Join a local bee club to meet other beekeepers and learn from speakers in a casual setting. The SCBA meets on the first Tuesday of each month in the city of Morden.
Email: southcentralbeekeepers@gmail.com
> University of Manitoba Honey Bee Lab
The Honey Bee Lab at the University of Manitoba investigates the effects of various stressors on managed pollinators. Our research integrates both basic and applied approaches, with a strong emphasis on honey bee (Apis mellifera) health, host-pathogen interactions, social immunity, disease diagnosis and management, and the application of 'omics' tools. Our goal is to support agricultural science by promoting healthy and productive honey bee colonies, while contributing to the maintenance of sustainable agroecosystems.
Assistant Professor and Honey Bee Lab Head: Nuria Morfin, nuria.morfin@umanitoba.ca