SunOpta Inc. Files DEFA14A Proxy Materials
Ticker: STKL · Form: DEFA14A · Filed: Apr 1, 2026 · CIK: 0000351834
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Sunopta Inc. (STKL) |
| Form Type | DEFA14A |
| Filed Date | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 6 |
| Reading Time | 8 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $6.50 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: proxy-filing, corporate-governance
TL;DR
SunOpta filed proxy docs 4/1/26. Standard corporate stuff.
AI Summary
SunOpta Inc. filed a Definitive Additional Materials (DEFA14A) on April 1, 2026, related to proxy solicitations. The filing includes the primary DEFA14A document and a graphic attachment. SunOpta Inc. is located at 7078 Shady Oak Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344.
Why It Matters
This filing indicates SunOpta Inc. is actively engaging in shareholder communication and soliciting votes, which is a standard but important part of corporate governance.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — This is a routine proxy filing and does not inherently indicate increased risk for the company.
Key Players & Entities
- SunOpta Inc. (company) — Filer of the DEFA14A
- 0000351834 (company) — CIK number for SunOpta Inc.
- 7078 SHADY OAK ROAD EDEN PRAIRIE MN 55344 (location) — Mailing and Business Address for SunOpta Inc.
FAQ
What type of SEC filing is this?
This is a DEFA14A filing, which signifies Additional definitive proxy soliciting materials and Rule 14(a)(12) material.
When was this filing accepted by the SEC?
The filing was accepted on April 1, 2026, at 08:05:35.
What is the CIK number for SunOpta Inc.?
The CIK number for SunOpta Inc. is 0000351834.
What is the business address of SunOpta Inc.?
The business address of SunOpta Inc. is 7078 Shady Oak Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344.
What SIC code is associated with SunOpta Inc.?
The SIC code associated with SunOpta Inc. is 2080, which falls under Beverages (CF Office: 04 Manufacturing).
Filing Stats: 1,900 words · 8 min read · ~6 pages · Grade level 15.6 · Accepted 2026-04-01 08:05:35
Key Financial Figures
- $6.50 — ich Refresco will acquire SunOpta for US$6.50 per share in cash (the "Arrangement").
Filing Documents
- formdefa14a.htm (DEFA14A) — 21KB
- formdefa14ax001.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 5KB
- 0001062993-26-001782.txt ( ) — 29KB
Forward-Looking Statements
Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release concerning the Arrangement and the Shareholder Meeting, including any statements regarding the reasons for, and the anticipated benefits of, the Arrangement; the timing of various steps to be completed in connection with the Arrangement, including the anticipated date for the holding of the Shareholder Meeting; the timing and effects of the Arrangement; the solicitation of proxies by the Company and Sodali & Co, the Company's shareholder communications advisor and proxy solicitation agent; and any other statements regarding SunOpta's future expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, financial conditions, assumptions or future events or performance that are not historical facts are "forward-looking" statements based on assumptions currently believed to be valid. Forward-looking statements are all statements other than statements of historical facts. The words "anticipate," "believe," "ensure," "expect," "if," "intend," "estimate," "probable," "project," "forecasts," "predict," "outlook," "aim," "will," "could," "should," "would," "potential," "may," "might," "anticipate," "likely," "plan," "positioned," "strategy," and similar expressions or other words of similar meaning, and the negatives thereof, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements are intended to be subject to the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated, including, but not limited to, (1) risks related to the consummation of the Arrangement, including (a) the risks that approval of the Arrangement by the Company's shareholders may not be obtained on