Canopy Growth Files Proxy Materials, Urges Shareholder Vote
Ticker: CGC · Form: DEFA14A · Filed: Aug 15, 2025 · CIK: 1737927
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Canopy Growth Corp (CGC) |
| Form Type | DEFA14A |
| Filed Date | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 4 |
| Reading Time | 4 min |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: proxy-statement, shareholder-meeting, corporate-governance
TL;DR
Canopy Growth filed proxy docs, vote your shares NOW.
AI Summary
Canopy Growth Corporation announced on August 15, 2025, that it has mailed and filed its proxy materials for its Annual General and Special Meeting. The company is urging all shareholders to vote on the matters presented in the proxy statement.
Why It Matters
This filing is crucial for shareholders as it outlines the agenda and proposals for the upcoming meeting, allowing them to participate in corporate governance decisions.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — This is a routine filing for an upcoming shareholder meeting, not indicating immediate financial distress or significant operational changes.
Key Players & Entities
- Canopy Growth Corporation (company) — Registrant
- August 15, 2025 (date) — Filing date
FAQ
What is the purpose of this DEFA14A filing?
The purpose of this DEFA14A filing is to provide shareholders with the proxy statement for Canopy Growth Corporation's Annual General and Special Meeting, outlining proposals and urging them to vote.
When were the proxy materials mailed and filed?
The proxy materials were mailed and filed on August 15, 2025.
What is Canopy Growth Corporation urging shareholders to do?
Canopy Growth Corporation is urging all shareholders to vote.
What is the filing date for this document?
The filing date for this document is August 15, 2025.
What is the standard industrial classification for Canopy Growth Corp?
The standard industrial classification for Canopy Growth Corp is MEDICINAL CHEMICALS & BOTANICAL PRODUCTS [2833].
Filing Stats: 1,087 words · 4 min read · ~4 pages · Grade level 13.6 · Accepted 2025-08-15 16:15:17
Filing Documents
- tm2523623d1_defa14a.htm (DEFA14A) — 24KB
- 0001104659-25-079249.txt ( ) — 25KB
From the Filing
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )s Filed by the Registrant Filed by a Party other than the Registrant Check the appropriate box: Preliminary Proxy Statement Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) Definitive Proxy Statement Definitive Additional Materials Soliciting Material under §240.14a-12 CANOPY GROWTH CORPORATION (Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) N/A (Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant) Payment of Filing Fee (Check all boxes that apply): No fee required Fee paid previously with preliminary materials. Fee computed on table in exhibit required by Item 25(b) per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(1) and 0-11. Canopy Growth Announces Mailing and Filing of Proxy Materials for Annual General and Special Meeting and Urges All Shareholders to Vote Now · Voting is important and easy; shareholders are urged to vote today to help the Company avoid incurring additional costs. · Canopy Growth shareholders with a 16-digit control number can vote online at http://proxyvote.com , and by phone at 1-800-474-7493. · For more information, shareholders should contact Canopy Growth’s strategic shareholder advisor and proxy solicitation agent, Laurel Hill Advisory Group, at 1-877-452-7184 (1-416-304-0211 for collect calls outside North America) or by email at assistance@laurelhill.com. Smiths Falls, ON, August 15, 2025 – Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX:WEED, NASDAQ:CGC) announced today that the Company has mailed (or mailed a notice of internet availability with respect to) its proxy statement and fiscal 2025 annual report to shareholders (collectively, the “Meeting Materials”) relating to its 2025 annual general and special meeting of shareholders (the “Meeting”). The Meeting is scheduled to take place on Friday, September 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET and will be conducted by live audio webcast at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/WEED2025 . Canopy Needs Your Vote – Vote Today and Help Us Reach Quorum Even if you plan to attend the virtual Meeting, you are encouraged to vote in advance of the Meeting and as soon as possible to ensure your vote is submitted. As a requirement of the Company’s NASDAQ listing, a quorum at the Meeting consists of the presence, in person, by remote communication or by proxy duly authorized, of the holders of 33 1/3% of the outstanding shares entitled to vote at the Meeting. Due to the nature of Canopy Growth’s shareholder base, your presence in person (including by remote communication) or by proxy at the Meeting is critical to help the Company achieve a quorum. If quorum is not achieved, the Company will be required to adjourn the Meeting which would result in the Company incurring additional costs. Shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 1, 2025 are eligible to vote at the Meeting. The Meeting Materials have been filed on EDGAR and SEDAR+ under the Company’s profile, and are available at: https://www.canopygrowth.com/investors/investor-events/annual-general-and-special-meeting-2025 At the Meeting, shareholders will be asked to vote on four items (each as described in the Company’s proxy statement): 1. The election of directors; 2. The re-appointment of PKF O’Connor Davies LLP as the Company’s auditor and independent registered public accounting firm and to authorize the Company’s board of directors or any responsible committee thereof to fix their remuneration; 3. A share consolidation (also known as a reverse stock split) proposal; and 4. An advisory (non-binding) vote on the Company’s approach to executive compensation. The board of directors of the Company recommends shareholders vote FOR each resolution. How to Vote Your vote matters. Please take a moment to submit it today using one of the convenient options below. For the majority of Canopy Growth shareholders, voting will be facilitated by Broadridge Investor Communications Corporation (“Broadridge”). These shareholders will receive (or be able to access) a form of proxy or voting instruction form from Broadridge with a 16-digit control number, which can be used to vote: Online: http://proxyvote.com By Phone: 1-800-474-7493 Canopy Growth shareholders who hold their shares at Interactive Brokers LLC can vote online at http://proxypush.com using the provided control number. Clients of Robinhood Securities, LLC who are eligible to vote will receive a voting notice by email from noreply@robinhood.com . Voting is hosted by Say Technologies, with voting and materials available