Our Beekeepers
Dani Glennie
Dani Glennie is a second-generation beekeeper from Langenburg, Saskatchewan. She’s following in the footsteps of her mother, who started with just a few hives on their family farm.…
Supporting BeeMaid Honey Means Supporting Local Producers
Bee Maid Honey is owned and operated by two co-operatives: the Manitoba Cooperative Honey Producers (MCHP) and the Alberta Honey Producers Co-operative (AHPC). Our membership is made up of over 300 beekeepers across Western Canada, each one deeply committed to their bees, their craft, and the land they call home.
Their impact goes far beyond their hives – supporting local agriculture, sustaining our ecosystems, and playing a vital role in pollination. Our co-operatives are dedicated to uplifting local producers and preserving the time-honoured art of beekeeping.
When you choose BeeMaid Honey, you’re helping family-run apiaries thrive, and keeping the future of Canadian beekeeping strong.
Local Connections
Meet Our Members
Each beekeeper has a unique journey, with interests and specialized skills that shape their approach to the craft. Discover the stories of some of our members below!
Lance Strong
If you take a drive through the prairies of Rocanville, Saskatchewan, you’ll pass fields of golden canola, patches of wild clover, and rows of hardworking honeybee hives —…
Karen Pedersen
Meet Karen Pedersen, a fifth generation commercial beekeeper and apiary owner in Cut Knife, Saskatchewan. As a member of the Manitoba Cooperative Honey Producers, one of the two…
Danielle & Todd Eastman
Danielle and Todd Eastman are keeping a beekeeping legacy alive! Nestled in Alberta’s Tawatinaw Valley, their honey farm is rooted in over 50 years of dedication, passion, and…
Howard Oudman
Meet Howard Oudman: Beekeeper, Mentor, and Nature Enthusiast From corporate boardrooms in Chicago and Sydney to the fields of Lacombe, Alberta, Howard Oudman’s journey back to his farming…
Lorne & Alida Prins
Introducing Lorne and Alida Prins, members of the Alberta Honey Producers Co-op and a dynamic duo behind a buzzing success story in beekeeping. Leaving behind careers in construction, they returned…
Ian Steppler
#MeetOurMember Ian Steppler, a true steward of the bees and one of the driving forces behind our BeeMaid Honey cooperative! From his humble beginnings with just four hives…
Eckhard & Katharina Rinsdorf
From Hobby to Legacy: The Rinsdorfs’ Journey in Canadian Beekeeping Nestled in the heart of Swan River Valley, Eckhard and Katharina Rinsdorf have built a thriving beekeeping operation…
Real Dubeau
A Beekeeping Legacy Real Dubeau, a proud member of Alberta Honey Producers Co-op, carries forward a rich legacy of beekeeping that began with his grandfather, René, who acquired…
Empowering Beekeepers Through Cooperation and Community
Our co-op members have a collective stake in our business and an equal voice in shaping its future. This sense of ownership, belonging, and accountability empowers individuals and ensures local Canadian honey producers always have a seat at the decision-making table. Together, we build a stronger, more connected community that supports quality, sustainability, and shared success.
We’re always looking to grow our hive. If you're passionate about beekeeping and are interested in being part of the Bee Maid family, we invite you to apply for membership through the Manitoba Cooperative Honey Producers or the Alberta Honey Producers Co-operative.
To be eligible for membership you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, live in Western Canada, and produce at least 5000 pounds of CFIA certified honey annually.