pollinators
Buzz, buzz: Orillia designated as ‘Bee City’ for protecting pollinators
The designation was issued last week by Bee City Canada, an organization that recognizes communities and organizations taking steps or committed toward initiatives to support pollinators. Continue reading
Entomologists fear urban beekeeping could be putting wild bees at risk
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
Some entomologists are sounding the alarm that native bees could be in danger of being wiped out, because of the popularity of urban beekeeping. Continue reading
World Bee Day: How beekeepers are keeping the pollinating buzz alive
“I think we’re here as a beacon to tell a message about what’s happening to our environment, and I see that as as probably the most important role of a beekeeper nowadays.” Continue reading
Living Prairie Museum abuzz over new conservation website
The beebettermb.ca site gives Winnipeggers useful tips to create healthy habitats for bees, including information about native plants, garden designs, and more. Continue reading
More urban gardens encouraged to help save bees
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
Bee-friendly gardens will help save declining bee populations, according to American conservationist Mace Vaughan. Continue reading
‘Everyone can help’: Toronto city staff recommend strategy to protect pollinating insects
As concerns remain about protecting at-risk insect pollinators essential for food development, City of Toronto staff are recommending several new measures to increase and improve the habitats of bees and butterflies. Continue reading
Bee friendly: City of Kawartha Lakes stands up for pollinators
By Steve Guthrie Videographer
The City of Kawartha Lakes has joined the ranks of Bee Cities in Canada. Protecting the environment is a commitment the City Council has made and to that end, they are encouraging residents to support bees, butterflies and other pollinators which is the mission of Bee City Canada. “We are thrilled to be named the… Continue reading