Equinox Gold (EQX) shifts from KPMG to Deloitte in auditor change

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Equinox Gold Corp. filed a Form 6-K announcing a formal change of auditor under Canadian National Instrument 51-102. The company issued a Notice of Change of Auditor and obtained response letters from both the successor and former audit firms.

Deloitte LLP, identified as the successor auditor, states it agrees with specified statements in the company’s notice to the extent they relate to Deloitte. KPMG LLP, identified as the former auditor, confirms it is in agreement with the statements in the same notice. The notice and auditor letters are also incorporated by reference into Equinox Gold’s existing Form F-10 and Form S-8 registration statements.

Key Terms

Form 6-K, Notice of Change of Auditor, National Instrument 51-102, Form F-10, +2 more

6 terms

Form 6-K regulatory

"FORM 6-K REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16"

A Form 6-K is a report that companies listed in certain countries file to provide important updates, such as financial results, corporate changes, or other significant information, to regulators and investors. It functions like an official company update or news release, helping investors stay informed about developments that could affect their investment decisions.

Notice of Change of Auditor regulatory

"Exhibit 99.1 | | Notice of Change of Auditor"

A notice of change of auditor is a formal announcement that a company is switching the independent firm that reviews and signs off on its financial reports. Investors care because the auditor is the third-party check on a company’s numbers; changing that checker can be like hiring a new doctor or inspector — it can indicate routine rotation, a desire for a fresh view, or potential disagreements about past accounting, and it can affect confidence in the reliability and continuity of financial information.

National Instrument 51-102 regulatory

"NOTICE OF CHANGE OF AUDITOR (National Instrument 51-102 – Continuous Disclosure Obligations)"

National Instrument 51-102 is a Canadian securities rule that requires public companies to regularly publish clear, standardized information about their finances and significant developments, such as quarterly and annual reports, management discussion and analysis, and notices of material changes. For investors it acts like a rule forcing businesses to keep their financial “windows” clear and up to date, making it easier to compare companies, spot risks, and make informed decisions.

Form F-10 regulatory

"incorporated by reference ... to the registrant’s Registration Statements on Form F-10"

Form F-10 is a standardized prospectus document filed with Canadian securities regulators when a Canadian company offers shares or other securities to the public. It lays out the company’s business, financial results, management, and risks—like a detailed product label that helps investors compare what they’re buying and understand potential downsides. For investors, the form matters because it provides the core information needed to evaluate the safety, value and terms of a public securities offering.

Form S-8 regulatory

"incorporated by reference ... to the registrant’s Registration Statements on Form F-10 ... and Form S-8"

A Form S-8 is a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission registration that lets a public company set aside shares for employee benefit plans and stock-based compensation. Think of it as opening a dedicated account that authorizes the company to issue or reserve stock for workers and directors; it matters to investors because it enables share dilution when those awards are granted or exercised and signals how management is compensated and incentivized.

successor auditor financial

"Exhibit 99.2 | | Letter – Successor Auditor"

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO

RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of May, 2026.

Commission File Number: 001-39038

EQUINOX GOLD CORP.

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

700 West Pender Street, Suite 1501, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 1G8

(Address of principal executive offices)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.

Form 20-F ☐    Form 40-F ☒

INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE

Exhibits 99.1, 99.2, and 99.3 of this Form 6-K are incorporated by reference as additional exhibits to the registrant’s Registration Statements on Form F-10 (File No. 333-282467) and Form S-8 (File No. 333-288142).

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit Number		Description
99.1		Notice of Change of Auditor
99.2		Letter – Successor Auditor
99.3		Letter – Former Auditor

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

	EQUINOX GOLD CORP.
	(Registrant)
Date: May 21, 2026	By:	/s/ Jacqlin Anthony
		Name: Jacqlin Anthony
		Title: General Counsel

Exhibit 99.1

EQUINOX GOLD CORP.

(the “Company”)

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF AUDITOR
(National Instrument 51-102 – Continuous Disclosure Obligations)

TO: British Columbia Securities Commission, as principal regulator

Alberta Securities Commission

Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan

Manitoba Securities Commission

Ontario Securities Commission

Autorité des marchés financiers

Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick

Superintendent of Securities, Department of Justice and Public Safety, Prince Edward Island

Nova Scotia Securities Commission

Office of the Superintendent of Securities, Service NL

Northwest Territories Office of the Superintendent of Securities

Office of the Yukon Superintendent of Securities

Office of the Superintendent of Securities, Nunavut

AND TO: KPMG LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants (“KPMG”)
Deloitte LLP (“Deloitte”)

RE: Notice Regarding Change of Auditor Pursuant to Section 4.11 of National Instrument 51-102 – Continuous Disclosure Obligations (“NI 51-102”)

The Company hereby gives notice pursuant to section 4.11 of NI 51-102 as follows:

1. Effective May 20, 2026 (the “Effective Date”), KPMG has resigned as auditor of the Company at the request of the Company.

2. Deloitte has been appointed as auditor of the Company to fill the vacancy, to hold office commencing on the May 21, 2026 until the close of the next annual meeting of shareholders of the Company.

3. The resignation of KPMG and appointment of Deloitte were considered and approved by the Company's audit committee and board of directors.

4. There have been no modified opinions in the reports from KPMG on the Company’s financial statements for the period commencing at the beginning of the Company’s two most recently completed financial years and ending on the Effective Date.

5. In the opinion of the Company, as at the date hereof, there have been no reportable events (as defined in NI 51-102) in connection with the audits for the period commencing at the beginning of the Company’s two most recently completed financial years and ending on the Effective Date.

DATED this 20th day of May, 2026.

EQUINOX GOLD CORP.

/s/ Peter Hardie

By: _________________________________

Name: Peter Hardie

Title: Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.2

Deloitte LLP 410 W. Georgia Street Vancouver BC V6B 0S7 Canada Tel: 604-669-4466 Fax: 604-685-0395 www.deloitte.ca

May 20, 2026

To: British Columbia Securities Commission Alberta Securities Commission Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan Manitoba Securities Commission Ontario Securities Commission Autorité des marchés financiers Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick Superintendent of Securities, Department of Justice and Public Safety, Prince Edward Island Nova Scotia Securities Commission Office of the Superintendent of Securities, Service NL Northwest Territories Office of the Superintendent of Securities Office of the Yukon Superintendent of Securities Superintendent of Securities, Nunavut

Dear Sirs/Mesdames:

RE: Notice of Change of Auditors Notice of Equinox Gold Corp. (the “Company”)

As required by subparagraph (6)(a)(ii) of Section 4.11 of National Instrument 51-102, we have reviewed the change of auditor notice of the Company dated May 20, 2026 (the “Notice”), and based on our knowledge of such information at this time, we agree with statements 2 and 3 as they relate to Deloitte LLP and, we have no basis to agree or disagree with statements 1, 4 and 5 contained in the Notice.

Yours truly,

/s/ Deloitte LLP

Chartered Professional Accountants

Exhibit 99.3

KPMG LLP

777 Dunsmuir Street

Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K3

Canada

Tel 604-691-3000

Fax 604-691-3031

www.kpmg.ca

British Columbia Securities Commission

Alberta Securities Commission

Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan

Manitoba Securities Commission

Ontario Securities Commission

Autorité des marchés financiers

Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick

Superintendent of Securities, Department of Justice and Public Safety, Prince Edward Island

Nova Scotia Securities Commission

Office of the Superintendent of Securities, Service NL

Northwest Territories Office of the Superintendent of Securities

Office of the Yukon Superintendent of Securities

Office of the Superintendent of Securities, Nunavut

May 20, 2026

To whom it may concern:

Re: Notice of Change of Auditors of Equinox Gold Corp.

We have read the Notice of Equinox Gold Corp. dated May 20, 2026 and are in agreement with the statements contained in such Notice.

Yours very truly,

/s/ KPMG LLP

Chartered Professional Accountants

KPMG LLP, an Ontario limited liability partnership and member firm of the KPMG global

organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Limited, a private

English company limited by guarantee. KPMG Canada provides services to KPMG LLP.

FAQ

What does Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) disclose in this Form 6-K?

Equinox Gold Corp. discloses a formal change of auditor, providing a Notice of Change of Auditor and response letters from both firms. The filing is made under National Instrument 51-102 and is furnished as a Form 6-K for U.S. investors.

Which firms are involved in the Equinox Gold (EQX) auditor change?

The change of auditor involves Deloitte LLP and KPMG LLP. Deloitte LLP is identified as the successor auditor, while KPMG LLP is identified as the former auditor, each providing a letter responding to the company’s Notice of Change of Auditor dated May 20, 2026.

How does Deloitte LLP respond to Equinox Gold’s change of auditor notice?

Deloitte LLP states it has reviewed Equinox Gold’s May 20, 2026 change of auditor notice and agrees with statements 2 and 3 as they relate to Deloitte. It indicates it has no basis to agree or disagree with statements 1, 4, and 5 in the notice.

What is KPMG LLP’s position on Equinox Gold’s change of auditor notice?

KPMG LLP confirms it has read Equinox Gold’s May 20, 2026 Notice of Change of Auditors and is in agreement with the statements contained in that notice. This confirms alignment between the company and the former auditor regarding the disclosed information.

How is this change of auditor linked to Equinox Gold’s U.S. registrations?

The Notice of Change of Auditor and the related auditor letters are incorporated by reference into Equinox Gold’s existing Form F-10 and Form S-8 registration statements. This extends the Canadian continuous disclosure information to U.S. investors relying on those registrations.

Under which Canadian rule is Equinox Gold’s auditor change reported?

Equinox Gold’s Notice of Change of Auditor is reported under section 4.11 of National Instrument 51-102 – Continuous Disclosure Obligations. This rule requires public issuers to formally notify Canadian securities regulators when they change their external audit firm.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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• EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 9.0 KB
• EX-99.2 EXHIBIT 99.2 6.7 KB
• EX-99.3 EXHIBIT 99.3 5.8 KB