The TSX Venture Exchange has been advised by the company that pursuant to a notice of intention to make a normal course issuer bid dated July 29, 2026, it may repurchase for cancellation up to 18,157,025 common shares in its own capital stock. The purchases are to be made through the facilities of the TSX Venture Exchange or such other permitted means during the period from Aug. 13, 2026, to Aug. 12, 2027. Purchases pursuant to the bid will be made by National Bank Financial Inc. on behalf of the company.