UoG Honey Bee Research Centre

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Ernesto Guzman 🐝
We are proud to celebrate Dr. Ernesto Guzman, who was recently honoured with two prestigious awards at the Canadian Honey Council (CHC) Bee Tech Conference in Calgary on February 12, 2026. 🇨🇦
🏆 CAPA Past President Award
Recognizing his many years of dedicated leadership and service to the Canadian Association of Professional Apiculturists.
🏆 Willie Baumgartner Memorial Award
Presented for his outstanding contributions in supporting Canadian beekeeping.
Dr. Guzman’s commitment, leadership, and impact on the beekeeping community continue to inspire us all.
👏 Congratulations, Ernesto, on these well-deserved honours!
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🐝 2026 Introductory Beekeeping Courses Are Here! 🌼
Ready to start your beekeeping journey? Join us at the Honey Bee Research Centre for our popular In-Person Introductory Beekeeping Course this Spring 2026!
Perfect for beginners, this 2-day course gives you:
✨ Foundations of honey bee biology
✨ Hive management basics
✨ Seasonal beekeeping tips
✨ Hands-on, in-hive experience with bees
📍 Luckevich Pinchin HBRC
⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (both days)
💲 $390 + HST + Eventbrite fee
🥪 Lunch & refreshments included
👒 Bring your own hat & veil
👥 Limited to 40 participants per weekend — spots fill fast!
📅 Course Dates
🐝 May 2–3, 2026
🐝 May 9–10, 2026
🕖 Registration opens Feb 22 at 7:00 PM (online via Eventbrite)
Whether you’re dreaming of your first hive or exploring beekeeping as a hobby, this course gives you real experience and practical knowledge in a supportive environment.
👉 Click the link in bio for details & registration!
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🐝 HBRC at the OBA Conference 2025! 🍯
We’re excited to share that both Dr. Ernesto Guzman and Paul Kelly from the Honey Bee Research Centre will be speaking at the Ontario Beekeepers’ Association Annual General Meeting & Conference, happening Nov 28–29, 2025 at the Delta Hotel, Guelph (and online via Zoom).
🎤 Saturday, Nov 29 Highlights:
🕤 9:30–9:50 AM — Paul Kelly: “Honey Bee Research Centre – From Then to Now”
🕚 11:15 AM–12:00 PM — Dr. Ernesto Guzman: Keynote: “A Lifetime of Discoveries”
🏛️ 2:30–5:00 PM — Tour the new Honey Bee Research Centre!
Join us to celebrate honey bee research, education, and community right here in Guelph!

✨ Show your support in style! ✨ Our HBRC apparel has been with us since the very beginning, helping fund research, education, and outreach for over 15 years. Every shirt and hat you wear directly supports honey bee health and the important work we do. 🐝💛 Come check out our collection through the link in bio and be part of the buzz!

📸 New on Our Website – HBRC Photo Gallery! 🐝✨
Step into the fascinating world of honey bees, beekeeping, and cutting-edge research at the Honey Bee Research Centre. Our brand-new Photo Gallery is now live, featuring images from past and present HBRC staff, students, and volunteers.
From the buzzing hives in summer bloom to moments of scientific discovery, each photo captures the passion and dedication behind our work to support bee health.
🔗 Visit the link in our bio to explore the gallery and see the bees through our eyes!