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MCAN Financial Group’s Director Election Secures Over 99% Support Across All Nominees

MCAN Financial Group’s director nominees each garnered over 99% shareholder approval at its April 30, 2026 meeting. MKP shares rose 0.8% to CAD 12.40, giving the TSX‑listed MIC a market cap near CAD 1.15 billion.

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MCAN Financial Group’s Director Election Secures Over 99% Support Across All Nominees
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MCAN Financial Group’s director slate earned over 99% support at its April 30, 2026 shareholder meeting, reinforcing confidence in its governance. The TSX‑listed mortgage lender (ticker: MKP) saw its shares rise 0.8% to close at CAD 12.40, giving it a market cap of roughly CAD 1.15 billion.

MCAN Mortgage Corporation, operating as MCAN Financial Group, is Canada’s largest mortgage investment corporation and the only federally regulated MIC that offers term deposits protected by the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation. It invests in a diversified mix of residential, construction and commercial loans across Canada.

Institutional and retail investors hold the shares, seeking steady income from mortgage‑backed assets. The company’s shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under symbol MKP.

At the 2026 Annual and Special Meeting, all nine director nominees received at least 99% of votes cast. Brian W. Chu led with 13,593,861 votes in favor (99.56%) and 59,516 withheld (0.44%). Other nominees ranged from 99.08% to 99.41% support.

The high approval rates indicate shareholder satisfaction with the board’s oversight of MCAN’s mortgage portfolio and its CDIC‑insured deposit offering. Such results suggest the board aligns with shareholder expectations for risk management and income generation.

Strong director endorsement typically reduces governance risk, which can support stable dividend payouts and lower borrowing costs for the MIC. Analysts often view such outcomes as a signal that the board aligns with shareholder interests in maintaining asset quality.

With the board confirmed, MCAN can focus on executing its growth strategy, which includes expanding its residential construction loan book while managing interest‑rate exposure.

Investors will monitor MKP’s quarterly loan‑origination figures and any changes to the CDIC deposit‑insurance limit, as these factors could affect the company’s earnings and share price.

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