{"product_id":"golden-caribou-queen-bees","title":"Golden Cariboo Queen Bees - 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Cariboo Queens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaised with care, bred from the best.\u003cbr\u003eGolden Cariboo's queens are bred primarily off carniolan and buckfast stock, with new genetics always in the mix. The operation is constantly testing bees from other Canadian breeders to find the traits that matter most. They're picky about the hives they breed from, because no beekeeping practice can make up for shoddy stock.\u003cbr\u003eEvery queen mother is selected based on these qualities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter hardy\u003cbr\u003eVarroa resistant\u003cbr\u003eA strong honey producer\u003cbr\u003eGreat at filling pollen traps\u003cbr\u003eGentle enough no veil is needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen Guarantee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur queens are guaranteed to be alive and in good condition at the time of pickup or shipment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce queens leave our care, we cannot guarantee their acceptance, performance, health, or survival. Queen introduction success depends on many factors beyond our control, including weather, shipping conditions, colony condition, and individual beekeeping practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease select your desired pickup date when ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDates shown in the past that remain available indicate queens currently in stock and ready for immediate pickup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrders are not reserved until paid in full.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantities are limited and occasional delays may occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArrival \u0026amp; Pickup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will notify purchasers by email once queens arrive in Calgary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueens typically arrive in the late afternoon, subject to weather and transportation delays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueens should be picked up within 24 hours of notification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen health becomes the purchaser's responsibility after this period, whether picked up or not.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestern Canada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$35 shipping for up to 4 queens via Canada Post (Hold for Pickup).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping is at the purchaser's risk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Canadian Destinations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAir freight shipping may be available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical freight costs range from $75–$200 depending on destination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe $35 online shipping charge serves as a deposit; any additional freight charges will be invoiced separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping is at the purchaser's risk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial pricing may be available on orders of 20+ queens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny new tariffs, import fees, or regulatory charges introduced after ordering will be passed through at cost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCancellation \u0026amp; Refund Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCancellations, refunds, or date changes made more than 7 days before the selected pickup date are subject to a 20% administration fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrders within 7 days of the selected pickup date are final sale and cannot be changed, cancelled, or refunded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueens are special-order livestock that require significant coordination and scheduling. We appreciate your understanding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Golden Caribou Honey","offers":[{"title":"June 3","offer_id":42114712928311,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"June 10","offer_id":42114712961079,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"June 17","offer_id":42114712993847,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"June 24","offer_id":42114713026615,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"July 2","offer_id":42114713059383,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"July 8","offer_id":42114713092151,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"July 15","offer_id":42114713124919,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"July 22","offer_id":42114713157687,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"July 29","offer_id":42114713190455,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"August 5","offer_id":42114713223223,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"August 12","offer_id":42114713255991,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"August 19","offer_id":42114713288759,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"August 26","offer_id":42114713321527,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Late Season","offer_id":42114713354295,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/0284\/2423\/files\/Screenshot2026-07-09172724.png?v=1783639767","url":"https:\/\/workerandhive.com\/products\/golden-caribou-queen-bees","provider":"Worker and Hive Bee Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}