Pollinators in a Bee City
Richmond is a Certified Bee City
Pollinators are essential to our ecosystems, helping plants and crops thrive through their vital work. Richmond, proudly designated as a Certified Bee City, is committed to protecting these vital species. Join us in supporting our pollinators by participating in various community activities and planting pollinator-friendly gardens.
Nectar Trail
The Nectar Trail program is delivered in partnership with Border Free Bees and West Coast Seeds and empowers residents to plant, maintain and register pollinator friendly gardens on their properties.
To make your mark and learn how to help pollinators in Richmond, visit LetsTalkRichmond.ca/NectarTrail.
Pollinator Week
Pollinator Week was celebrated from Jun 16-22, 2025. Check back in May 2026 to learn more about next year's opportunities.
Did you know that pollinators are responsible for 1 out of 3 bites of food we eat?
That means that species like bees, butterflies, beetles, moths, and hummingbirds play a critical role in our ecosystems, agricultural economy, and food supply. Aren't they super cool? And we've been certified as a Bee City since 2022!
Pollinators travel from flower to flower carrying pollen on their body, then transfer that pollen to reproduce seeds and fruits, plants and crops. We celebrated pollinator week from June 16-22. Here are some ideas of what you can do:
- Host a pollinator-themed meal
- Host a nature walk
- Participate in a pollinator workshop
- Plant a pollinator garden using native plants
- Screen a film about pollinators
- Build native pollinator homes