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On October 21, 2026, Kingsdale Advisors hosted an exclusive event in Calgary bringing together clients and industry peers to sharpen their strategies ahead of the 2027 AGM season.
The evening combined informal networking with a focused discussion on the key changes shaping governance, shareholder engagement and activist defence. Guests were joined by Kingsdale’s Aaron Boles, Neil Tolentino, Raman Bhan and Joshua Antonucci.
Thank you to everyone who joined us. We look forward to continuing the conversation as the 2027 season approaches.
Download Kingsdale's 2026 Proxy Season Review here.
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Aaron Boles on The Corporate Governance Podcast
Kingsdale President, Aaron Boles, joins The Corporate Governance Institute's Dan Byrne to discuss 2026 proxy season trends in Canada. Listen in for what boards should take away from this year's proxy season, from activism to ESG to AI.
Activism Has Evolved. Have You?
Activism has shifted from operational intervention to strategic influence, and most boards are still playing by the old rules. A clear example is Bill Ackman, from his 2012 proxy fight at Canadian Pacific to his bid for Universal Music Group in 2026. Prepared boards identify pressure early. See what this means for boards under pressure.
Wes Hall On Canada's 2026 Proxy Season: Early Insights
Kingsdale Founder & CEO, Wes Hall, was interviewed by Diligent, sharing early insights from the 2026 Proxy Season and highlighting a 28% rise in activist campaigns in Canada. As activism becomes more targeted and sophisticated, the message for boards is clear: preparation is no longer optional, it is essential.
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* Source: Bloomberg Global Shareholder Activism League Tables FY2025 and LSEG Global Shareholder Activism Review FY2025.
#2025 and 2026 indicate proxy seasons: July 2024 to June 2026.