Bee Mortality Assistance
This program provides funding to Manitoba commercial beekeepers who incurred extraordinary costs due to significant overwinter colony losses during the winter of 2021–2022.
Delivered under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership and AgriRecovery framework, the program supports eligible beekeepers in restocking and rebuilding their operations.
Eligible funding may include:
• Replacement bee colonies and nucleus colonies
• Package bees and queen bees
• Costs directly related to restocking hives following winter mortality
This program is available to commercial beekeepers operating 50 or more hives and registered with the Province of Manitoba.
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Funding Amount
Up to $210 per colony for eligible replacement costs
Eligible Applicants
Farmers
Eligible Purposes
This funding stream supports restocking efforts following severe overwinter bee colony losses. Eligible activities include:
• Replacement of bee colonies and nucleus colonies lost during winter 2021–2022
• Purchase of package bees and queen bees to rebuild operational capacity
• Expenses directly related to restoring hive numbers and productivity
Additional costs may be eligible if directly tied to colony restocking and program guidelines.
Deadline to Apply
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