Honeybee Simplicity Team

Kristin is a Teacher, local Ottawa Beekeeper, & Entrepreneur. She and her husband, Mark, developed Honeybee Simplicity Inc. to encourage sustainability & empower others to live in wellness. She has a passion for beekeeping & natural living. She has created this Bee Balanced Workshop to empower others to discover how practical & nourishing it can be to craft skincare products. Each session offers a short introduction to beekeeping, a discussion on natural care, and a hands-on experience where participants can create & customize their own personal care products featuring the therapeutic & healing benefits of pure beeswax & raw honey.

Meet Kristin

Meet Mark

Mark is a sustainability Presenter & Entrepreneur, with a passion for urban homesteading and beekeeping. He believes in sharing his experiences - both rewarding & challenging - to inspire a harmonious relationship with nature. He has nearly a decade of experience as a small-scale beekeeper and has mentored many aspiring beekeepers, while delivering beekeeping presentations in schools. His sessions cover a range of topics for learners at various ages. He emphasizes the importance of pollination in food production, the health benefits of bees, and practical ways to support pollinators in our local environment. Ultimately, he aims to instill hope in youth, equipping them with actionable ideas for a sustainable future.