Navigating shareholder activism: The role of shareholder-called meetings, Lexpert

In a recent article for Lexpert.ca, authors Jonathan Feldman and Gurratan Gill discuss the legal framework governing shareholder-called meetings in Canada and highlights key considerations for both investors and corporate boards.

Excerpt from "Navigating shareholder activism: The role of shareholder-called meetings":

Canada has long been recognized as a jurisdiction that is relatively “shareholder friendly,” particularly in comparison to the United States. As shareholder activism continues to shape the Canadian corporate landscape, understanding the full range of legal mechanisms available to influence corporate governance and transactions is crucial for investors seeking to gain an edge. It is also important for corporate boards to recognize where their vulnerabilities lie. A deeper understanding of the lesser-known mechanisms can offer unique and potentially pivotal advantages. Shareholder-called meetings are one such tool.

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The author would like to thank Gurratan Gill, Articling Student-At-Law, for his assistance writing this article.