Nature-based solutions for commercial buildings in Calgary
Alvéole leverages bees on your commercial building to help you boost tenant engagement and achieve your sustainability goals.
Book a demoCalgary’s green spaces, like its large public parks, offer peaceful getaways within the city. You can feel Calgary’s commitment to sustainability through initiatives focused on pollinator preservation and native plant landscaping. Bee-friendly flowers like wild roses and purple asters bring vibrant pops of color and create important habitats for local pollinators.
Bring nature-based solutions to your building
Use your property to make a lasting impact on your community and city.
Nature-focused amenities
Nature-focused amenities
Foster a sense of attachment to the building with bee habitats and branded jars of honey from your own property.
Environmental workshops
Environmental workshops
From beekeeping 101 to bottling your own honey, you’ll have everything you need to make your building events unforgettable.
Sustainability initiatives
Sustainability initiatives
Earn green building certifications, foster environmental awareness, and support nature in the city.
Nature and biodiversity monitoring
Nature and biodiversity monitoring
Enhance your ESG report and make informed decisions to support biodiversity.
Join the movement in Calgary
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A few of our clients in Calgary
Local client spotlight
Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary
Residence Inn by Marriott has partnered with Alvéole to bring a unique twist to their sustainability efforts and guest experience. The eye-catching hives, interactive beekeeper visits, special events, and local honey harvest have all delivered valuable results and received nothing but positive feedback from guests.
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Align with Calgary’s green regulations
Our BiodiverCity is Calgary’s 10-year biodiversity strategic plan. This plan seeks to ensure that City of Calgary businesses and communities are empowered to advance the goals of biodiversity conservation. Together, the city aims to conserve habitat by supporting native and non-invasive species.
Why choose Alvéole?
Put your trust in an experienced partner
We work with over 70 buildings in Calgary and 2500+ leading organizations across North America and Europe.
Promote community engagement and wellness
Take part in educational team building activities and stay connected through an online platform dedicated to your nature-based program.
Increase the value of your property
Attract tenants and investors by showcasing your environmental initiatives.
Strengthen your sustainability strategy
Access data-focused sustainability metrics and earn points towards green building certifications.
Frequently asked questions
Urban beekeeping in Calgary is regulated by the Alberta Bee Act, which requires beekeepers to register their hives with the provincial government. Alvéole’s professional beekeepers manage all compliance with Calgary’s local and provincial regulations.
Urban beekeeping is safe, with many successful programs throughout Calgary. At Alvéole, we use Italian honey bees, a breed known for their docility. These bees are gentle and only sting when they feel threatened, which is rare. Since bees die after stinging, they avoid doing so unless absolutely necessary.
Wild bees are also peaceful and nonterritorial. While capable of stinging, they are extremely gentle and focused on their work, making stings highly unlikely unless directly provoked.
Urban beekeeping aligns with Calgary’s environmental sustainability goals, as highlighted in the city’s Climate Resilience Strategy. Urban beekeeping programs promote biodiversity and provide educational opportunities to raise awareness about the importance of pollinators. It complements Calgary’s efforts to promote environmental stewardship and create a sustainable urban environment.
Ready to make an impact in Calgary?
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