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Canadian Bison Association confirms its Executive Committee for 2025

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Canadian Bison Association confirms its Executive Committee for 2025.

At the Canadian Bison Association’s (CBA’s) Board Meeting on January 7th, the Board of Directors of the CBA reaffirmed their confidence in the executive committee. Brian Arnold, (President), Robert Johnson (Vice President), Yvonne Mills (Zone Director) and Mary-Jo Gibson (Zone Director) will continue in their respective roles for the next year.

“2024 was a year that saw a lot of change to our organization and in the industry. I was honored to help lead our organization through those changes. I feel we are in a good place to take on the challenges and opportunities facing us” says Brian. “I’m also honoured that the board has placed their confidence in me for another year and I look forward to working with the executive committee, board and general membership in 2025. There are so many good people in our industry, we’re so fortunate”

The complete list of the boards of directors is as follows:

The complete Board of Directors for 2024 includes:

Regional Association Directors:
  • Bison Producers of Alberta Justin Dorey
  • Bison Producers of Alberta Brian Newton
  • Bison Producers of Alberta Yvonne Mills
  • British Columbia Bison Association Danica Vere
  • British Columbia Bison Association Sharif Fahmy
  • Manitoba Bison Association Darren Atkinson
  • Manitoba Bison Association Robert Johnson
  • National Bison Association Moritz Espy
  • Ontario Bison Association Brian Arnold
  • Ontario Bison Association Charles Belanger
  • Saskatchewan Bison Association Avery Shepherd
  • Saskatchewan Bison Association Lonnie Bulmer
  • Saskatchewan Bison Association Merek Wigness
  • Union québécoise du bison Gervais Bisson
  • Union québécoise du bison Mary-Jo Gibson
  • Past Chair Les Kroeger

The diverse composition of the Board reflects the CBA's commitment to representing various regions and perspectives within the bison industry. The elected members bring a wealth of experience and expertise, ensuring the CBA continues to thrive and meet the needs of its members.

“It’s exciting to work with a board that is so dedicated and focussed on the industry. We look forward to their valuable contributions in advancing the goals of the CBA.", says Scott Yule, Executive Director of the CBA.

About the CBA:

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For more information, contact:

Brian Arnold
CBA President
info(at)thunderridgebison.ca
905-391-8655

Scott Yule
Executive Director CBA
director(at)canadianbison.ca
306-535-3523


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