Backyard Beekeeping Ontario

Can I have hives in my backyard in Ontario? We get this question a lot from people and the answer is yes you can as long as you register your hives with the OMAFRA Apiary Program.

The Bee registration is a free resource for beekeepers small and large. All you have to is is fill out the registration form and let them know the address where your hives will be located. It really is that simple. If you are in a residential area we recommend you speak with your neighbor’s in close proximity to see how they feel about it. We have to be mindful that some people are deathly allergic to bee bites. However, most people love bees and know how important they are to our food chain so more than likely you will have no problem.

If you don’t have space for bees in your back yard or if you are in an apartment or condo you can consider putting the hives on the roof or you can contact a farmer who may need pollination service. They allow you to place hives on their property and its a win=win for both of you.

If you have any questions about getting started in beekeeping please contact us at 1-800-945-8483 or email sales@ophbeekeepingsupplies.com