Nature-based solutions for commercial buildings in Edmonton

Alvéole leverages bees on your commercial building to help you boost tenant engagement and achieve your sustainability goals.

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A beautiful contrast of mountains and prairies, Edmonton is one of Canada’s sunniest cities. The city’s sustainability initiatives, including pollinator-friendly programs, aim to enhance its green spaces and biodiversity. With an eclectic native fauna of willows, fireweed, and meadow blazingstar, Alberta is home to over 300 species of bees.

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 Edmonton

A few of our clients in Edmonton

AMA
West Edmonton Mall
YEG Edmonton International Airport
Bentall Green Oak

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Edmonton International Airport (YEG)

The Edmonton International Airport is home to a buzzing honey bee hive and two wild bee habitats.

The program plays a role not only in the airport’s sustainability strategy, but their engagement initiatives as well. Through environmental data collected by the bees, the YEG team is able to monitor biodiversity on and around the property and more easily report on ESG impact. They are also able to engage with employees and travellers through workshops, spreading environmental awareness among their community.


Follow the YEG bees

Align with Edmonton’s green regulations

Greener As We Grow is Edmonton’s commitment to preserving and protecting the environment through good design and conscious development decisions that protect land, air, water, and biodiversity.

Why choose Alvéole?

Put your trust in an experienced partner

We work with over 30 buildings in Edmonton 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Urban beekeeping in Edmonton is regulated by city bylaws, requiring beekeepers to obtain a license and follow specific guidelines regarding hive placement and management to ensure public safety and minimize disturbances to neighbours. Alvéole’s professional beekeepers handle all aspects of compliance with Edmonton’s local regulations.

Urban beekeeping is safe, with many successful programs throughout Edmonton. 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.

Alvéole’s urban beekeeping program aligns with Edmonton’s sustainability efforts, including initiatives to promote green spaces, biodiversity, and environmental education. Alvéole’s approach to urban beekeeping contributes to Edmonton’s broader goals of creating a more sustainable urban environment.

Ready to make an impact in Edmonton?

Discover how Alvéole can help you meet your sustainability and social impact goals.

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