File: Attachment 2026-03-13 Maple Peak - News Release re deficiency notice from TSXV.pdf

MAPLE PEAK TO ADDRESS SHORTFALL OF PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION AND POSSIBLE TRANSFER TO NEX

Vancouver, Canada, March 13, 2026 Maple Peak Investments Inc. (TSXV: MAP) ("Maple Peak" or the "Company") announces that it has noticed a shortfall in its public distribution. The Company currently does not have a sufficient number of public holders to satisfy Section 2 of TSXV Policy 2.5. To address this, the Company intends to pursue various measures with the objective of increasing the number of public holders to at least 150. In accordance with Section 3.2(a) of TSXV Policy 2.5, the Company is operating within a 180-day timeline and may be subject to transfer to NEX if the shortfall is not remedied by September 10, 2026. The Company is actively addressing the shortfall and will provide updates as appropriate. For further information, contact: Maple Peak Investments Inc. Thurman So, Director Tel: (604) 488-5219 thurman@maplepeakinvestments.com Forward-Looking Information This press release may contain forward-looking statements regarding Maple Peak's ongoing corporate strategy and business activities. These statements are based on current expectations and involve risks and uncertainties. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable securities laws.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

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