Membership

Join a community of passionate urban beekeepers. No experience required.

How do I become a member?

We accept applications year-round, with a cut-off at the end of January for the upcoming beekeeping year. New members are accepted once a year in March/April, ahead of the season starting in April or May.

We look for a good fit: Do you have the time? Are you flexible? Do you enjoy working collectively? Are you available during summer for hands-on bee yard and harvesting work? Can you participate in year-round educational events and committee work?

If you meet our criteria, we will reach out by early March to invite you to an information session — a chance for us to meet, share what's involved, answer questions, and determine if TBC is the right fit.

Email your application and any questions to torontobeekeeperscollective@gmail.com

Application Timeline

Year-round
Applications accepted
End of January
Application cut-off for the current beekeeping year
Early March
Successful applicants invited to information session
March / April
New members accepted and welcomed
April / May
Beekeeping season begins (weather dependent)

What's Involved

Members commit to at least 60 hours per year. Here's how that time is typically spent.

Bee yard work

~25 hrs

Hands-on hive inspections, feeding, treatments, and harvesting across our four locations.

Honey harvesting

Seasonal

Participate in the annual honey harvest — one of the most rewarding parts of membership.

Equipment building & maintenance

Variable

Help build and repair hive boxes, frames, and other equipment.

Education & community events

Variable

Represent TBC at public events and community outreach.

Committee work

Variable

Serve on TBC committees: governance, equipment, education, and more.

Monthly meetings

Min. 6/year

Attend monthly meetings to stay connected with the collective and participate in decisions.

What You Get

In return for your time, TBC membership comes with some genuinely sweet perks.

  • Hands-on experience working with live bee colonies
  • A share of the annual honey harvest
  • Workshops using hive products — candles, soap, honey vinegar, and more
  • Access to the members area including hive notes and data
  • Monthly meetings with fellow beekeeping enthusiasts
  • Training from experienced beekeepers

Important to know

TBC has a limited number of membership spots. Each year, the number of new spots depends on vacant seats and the number of hives we manage.

We accept new members once a year and space is limited. We encourage you to apply early and reach out with any questions.

Ready to apply?

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Annual fee applies — covers tools, materials, equipment, and instruction.