
Canada has witnessed a rise in activism campaigns launched by people who were once management at the target companies. Our EVP of Governance Advisory, Shengjun (Victor) Li, CFA, ESG, HRCCC Li, spoke with Diligent's Simon Roughneen about why this has been a recurring theme in recent years, along with insights from the 2026 proxy season.
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Our EVP, Governance In Conversation With The Deal By S&P Global
Kingsdale EVP of Governance Advisory, Victor Li, shared early insights from the 2026 proxy season. While activism is rising, management teams are beginning to regain ground, underscoring the impact of stronger preparation.
Aaron Boles Discusses 2026 Proxy Season on BNN Bloomberg
Kingsdale President, Aaron Boles, was live on BNN Bloomberg's "The Open" with Andrew Bell to discuss our 2026 Proxy Season: Early Insights report. Access the full report to explore the latest trends in proxy season and corporate governance.
Kingsdale Releases Early 2026 Proxy Season Insights as Activism Rises 28%
The exclusive report offers a first look at how Canada's 2026 proxy season is unfolding through a corporate governance lens. 50 activism campaigns have already been launched increasing pressure on boards as retail influence grows.

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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.