This year's recipients were Bobbie Earle & Jamie McInnes of Central Plains Bison Inc. at St. Claude, MB. Fun fact: Their squeeze chute that they still use today was purchased from Bill Lenton as well as their two original breeding bulls. The award was presented by Bridie Ritchie and Nolan Miller

The No Borders Show, Sale & Convention will be held in Brandon, MB February 19-21, 2027.

The 2025 Bill Lenton Memorial Award was presented to Jim & Bridie Ritchie from Ritchie Bison in Souris, MB