03
Oct
Bee Better Kelowna 2017 – October 27-29
Our Annual AGM, Conference and Trade Show is just two weeks away. We have finalized our speaker line-up and it’s going to be a great event including our annual business day, education, product & trade displays, honey competition, networking, social events and just plain fun! Our Plenary Day speakers will be Randy Oliver from Scientific... Read More
05
Sep
BC Wildfires
BC Beekeepers affected by wildfires have some options: See the mesage below this (from Small Business BC) for information and links to two government relief programs: 1) Small Business recovery grant: delivered through Red Cross $ 1500 for qualified small businesses. click here for information and if you are eligible click here to apply or call the... Read More
03
Aug
Message from Kerry Clark – August 2017
Much of the July 2017 news in BC was related to wildfires, the resulting community evacuations and road closures. Over 150 fires, over 40,000 people evacuated, and the Cariboo Highway was closed for weeks. High temperatures and little rain are forecast for August, so it could get worse. We hope people will remain safe and... Read More
31
Jul
BC Beekeeper Penalized for Killing Bears
BC Beekeeper penalized for killing bears at unprotected bee yards: Owner of Caspian Apiaries participates in Community Justice Forum, is required to install electric fences and comply with other conditions after shooting several bears which caused damage to his unprotected apiaries. Click here for more information
31
Jul
AGM Speaker Info & Workshops
Many of you have been waiting to hear more about our AGM Speakers and Workshop Program. Plenary Speakers: Randy Oliver – http://beebetterkelowna.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Randy-Oliver-Bio.pdf Jerry Hayes – http://beebetterkelowna.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Jerry-Hayes-Bio.pdf Anicet Desrochers – http://beebetterkelowna.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/ANICET-DESROCHERS-Bio.pdf Research Symposium Speakers – TBA Workshop Schedule & Speakers* – http://beebetterkelowna.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/BCHPA-2017-Workshop-Schedule.pdf *Subject to Change Bee Better Kelowna – October 27-29, 2017 www.BeeBetterKelowna.ca • • • Take advantage of our... Read More
30
Jul
Early-Bird Deadline for BeeBetter Kelowna
Just a quick note to remind you of the Early-Bird Deadline to register for the AGM in Kelowna. We will extend the deadline until July 31st – that’s Monday night. Take advantage to the reduced rate of only $229 for a Full Conference Package. www.BeeBetterKelowna.ca
16
Jun
BeeBetter Kelowna 2017 – Speakers Announced
• BCHPA AGM 2107 Featured Speakers confirmed: Randy Oliver – Scientific Beekeeping, Jerry Hayes, Beeologics, Monsanto, and Anicet Derochers, Api Culture Hautes Laurentides, Quebec. Don’t miss the Early-bird Registration Discount that ends in July. Click on the Events Page – British Columbia to register. • If you have an event that you would like to feature... Read More
29
Mar
Kamloops Semi-Annual Videos Now Available Online
All the Education Day presentation videos are now available to view including all three sessions with Mike Palmer. Education Day Videos & Slides
13
Mar
FALL AGM REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Registration for our 2017 AGM, Conference & Trade Show – October 27-29, 2017 is now open. Coast Capri Hotel – Kelowna, BC SAVE $60 by Registering Early! This rate is only available until March 31. Visit BEEBETTERKELOWNA.CA for more information.
20
Feb
Semi-Annual AGM and Education Day
Just a reminder that our Semi-Annual AGM & Education Day is just over 2 weeks away – March 10 & 11, 2017. Don’t miss this opportunity to spend a full half day with one of North America’s most sought after speakers, Mike Palmer from Vermont. The semi-annual convention will also feature a multi-pronged look at... Read More