The Caldwell Partners International Announces Results of Vote for Election of Directors

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Caldwell Partners International (TSX:CWLPF) reported results from its Annual Meeting held February 12, 2026. Shareholders representing 15,069,052 common shares (51.20%) voted. All nominees named in the January 8, 2026 management proxy circular were elected.

Key votes: directors elected with support ranging from 95.03% to 99.99%; Ernst & Young appointed auditors with 99.99% support; the Shareholder Rights Plan was reconfirmed with 97.44% approval. A meeting recording will be posted on the company’s annual meetings page when available.

Positive

• Shareholder participation of 51.20% of voting common shares
• Directors elected with strong support (highest 99.99%)
• Ernst & Young appointed as auditors with 99.99% support
• Shareholder Rights Plan reconfirmed with 97.44% approval

Negative

• One director, John Young, received lower support at 95.03% (withheld 4.97%)

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / February 12, 2026 / Technology-powered talent acquisition firm Caldwell Partners International (TSX:CWL) reported that at its Annual Meeting of shareholders on February 12, 2026, there were 66 shareholders voting by proxy and in total, holding 15,069,052 voting common shares, representing 51.20% of the total number of Voting Common Shares outstanding.

Each of the directors listed as nominees in the management proxy circular dated January 8, 2026, were elected directors of the Corporation until the next Annual Meeting.

The results of the vote for the election of directors, appointment of auditors and reconfirmation of the Shareholders Rights Plan are as follows:

1. Election of Directors - Elected		Voted for Percentage	Withheld from Voting Percentage
Each of the directors listed as nominees in the management proxy circular dated January 8, 2026 were elected directors of the Corporation until the next Annual Meeting.
C. Christopher Beck		98.59%	1.41%
Terry Grayson-Caprio		99.82%	0.18%
Darcy D. Morris		99.99%	0.01%
Richard W. Pehlke		99.82%	0.18%
John N. Wallace		98.59%	1.41%
John Young		95.03%	4.97%
Rosemary Zigrossi		99.99%	0.01%
2. Appointment of Auditors - Appointed
The shareholders appointed Ernst & Young as auditors of the Corporation and authorized the directors of the Corporation to fix the remuneration of the auditors.		99.99%	0.01%
3. Reconfirmation of Shareholder Rights Plan - Passed		Voted for Percentage	Voted against Percentage
The shareholders reconfirmed the shareholder rights plan of the Corporation and the Shareholder Rights Plan Agreement, as amended, made between the Corporation and Computershare Trust Company of Canada, as described in the Management Proxy Circular dated January 8, 2026.		97.44%	2.56%

A recording of the presentation will be posted to the annual meetings page of the company's website as soon as available.

About Caldwell Partners
Caldwell Partners is a technology-powered talent acquisition firm specializing in recruitment at all levels. Through two distinct brands - Caldwell and IQTalent - the firm leverages the latest innovations in AI to offer an integrated spectrum of services delivered by teams with deep knowledge in their respective areas. Services include candidate research and sourcing through to full recruitment at the professional, executive and board levels, as well as a suite of talent strategy and assessment tools that can help clients hire the right people, then manage and inspire them to achieve maximum business results.

Caldwell Partners' common shares are listed on The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:CWL) and trade on the OTCQX Market (OTCQX:CWLPF). Please visit our website at www.caldwell.com for further information.

For further information, please contact:

Investors:
Shreya Lathia
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
slathia@caldwell.com
+1 (416) 934-2241

Media:
Caroline Lomot
Vice President, Marketing & Communications
clomot@caldwell.com
+1 (516) 830-3535

SOURCE: Caldwell Partners International, Inc.

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FAQ

What were the shareholder turnout and voting totals at Caldwell Partners' February 12, 2026 annual meeting (TSX:CWLPF)?

Shareholders holding 15,069,052 common shares (51.20%) voted at the meeting. According to the company, 66 shareholders voted by proxy and in person, representing a majority of voting common shares outstanding.

Were all board nominees elected at Caldwell Partners' February 12, 2026 meeting (TSX:CWLPF)?

Yes. Each nominee listed in the January 8, 2026 management proxy circular was elected as director until the next annual meeting. According to the company, individual director support ranged from 95.03% to 99.99%.

Who did shareholders appoint as auditors for Caldwell Partners (TSX:CWLPF) on February 12, 2026?

Shareholders appointed Ernst & Young as the corporation's auditors and authorized directors to fix their remuneration. According to the company, the appointment passed with 99.99% support.

What was the result of the Shareholder Rights Plan reconfirmation at Caldwell Partners (TSX:CWLPF)?

The Shareholder Rights Plan reconfirmation passed with 97.44% approval. According to the company, shareholders voted to reconfirm the Shareholder Rights Plan Agreement as amended with Computershare Trust Company of Canada.

Does the February 12, 2026 vote at Caldwell Partners (TSX:CWLPF) affect board continuity or governance?

Yes. All director nominees were re-elected, maintaining board continuity through the next annual meeting. According to the company, the election results show broad investor support for current governance leadership.