Stantec (NYSE: STN) renews 2% share buyback and automatic purchase plan

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Stantec Inc. has renewed its Normal Course Issuer Bid, allowing the company to repurchase up to 2,281,339 common shares, about 2% of its 114,066,995 issued and outstanding shares as of March 2, 2026.

The program runs from March 12, 2026 to March 11, 2027, with most daily purchases capped at 96,076 shares, and all repurchased shares will be cancelled. Stantec also renewed its automatic share purchase plan so a broker can buy shares during regulatory or internal blackout periods, supporting a capital allocation strategy focused on balance sheet strength, growth investment, debt reduction, and dividends.

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 March 2026

Commission File Number: 001-32562

STANTEC INC.
(Translation of registrant's name into English)

300-10220 103 Avenue NW
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada T5J 0K4
(Address of principal executive office)

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 [ X ]

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.

		STANTEC INC.
		(Registrant)
Date: March 10, 2026		/s/ Vito Culmone
		Vito Culmone
		Executive Vice President and CFO

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit Number		Description
99.1		Press Release dated March 10, 2026

EXHIBIT 99.1

Stantec announces renewal of Normal Course Issuer Bid and Automatic Share Purchase Plan

EDMONTON, Alberta, March 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TSX, NYSE: STN

Stantec Inc. (“Stantec”), a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, announced today that it has received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “TSX”) regarding the renewal of its Normal Course Issuer Bid (“NCIB”). Pursuant to the NCIB documentation filed with the TSX, Stantec may purchase up to 2,281,339 common shares of Stantec (“Common Shares”), representing approximately 2% of Stantec’s 114,066,995 issued and outstanding Common Shares as of March 2, 2026. The purchases may commence on March 12, 2026 and will terminate no later than March 11, 2027. Except for block purchases permitted under the rules and policies of the TSX, the number of Common Shares to be purchased per day will not exceed 96,076 or approximately 25% of the average daily trading volume for the six full calendar months ending February 28, 2026, which is 384,306 Common Shares. Stantec will make the purchases on the open market through the facilities of the TSX or any alternative Canadian trading system, and the prices that Stantec will pay for any common shares will be the market price of such shares at the time of acquisition. All Common Shares purchased by Stantec will be cancelled. The renewal of the NCIB follows on the conclusion of Stantec’s previous NCIB that expired December 12, 2025 in which no shares were repurchased.

Stantec also announced today that, in connection with its intention to implement the NCIB, Stantec has renewed its automatic share purchase plan (the “ASPP”) with a designated broker to allow for the purchase of its Common Shares under the NCIB, once effective, at times when Stantec normally would not be active in the market due to applicable regulatory restrictions or internal trading black-out periods. Before the commencement of any particular internal trading black-out period, Stantec may, but is not required to, instruct its designated broker to make purchases of Stantec’s Common Shares under the NCIB during the ensuing black-out period in accordance with the terms of the ASPP. Such purchases will be determined by the broker in its sole discretion based on parameters established by Stantec prior to commencement of the applicable black-out period in accordance with the terms of the ASPP and applicable TSX rules. Outside of these black-out periods, Common Shares will be purchasable by Stantec at its discretion under its NCIB, once effective.

The ASPP will commence on the effective date of the NCIB and will terminate on the earliest of the date on which: (a) the maximum annual purchase limit under the NCIB has been reached; (b) the NCIB expires; or (c) Stantec terminates the ASPP in accordance with its terms. The ASPP constitutes an “automatic securities purchase plan” under applicable Canadian securities laws.

Stantec believes that, from time to time, the market price of its Common Shares may not adequately reflect the value of its business and its future business prospects. As a result, Stantec believes at such times that its outstanding Common Shares may represent an attractive investment for Stantec, and an appropriate and desirable use of its available funds. This capital deployment strategy is consistent with Stantec’s priority of maintaining balance sheet strength, while reinvesting in organic and acquisitive growth, paying down debt, and increasing dividends, all of which contribute to enhanced shareholder returns.

About Stantec

Stantec empowers clients, people, and communities to rise to the world’s greatest challenges at a time when the world faces more unprecedented concerns than ever before.   
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We are a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. ​Our professionals deliver the expertise, technology, and innovation communities need to manage aging infrastructure, demographic and population changes, the energy transition, and more. ​

Today’s communities transcend geographic borders. At Stantec, community means everyone with an interest in the work that we do—from our project teams and industry colleagues to our clients and the people our work impacts. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.  ​

We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Stantec trades on the TSX and the NYSE under the symbol STN. Visit us at stantec.com or find us on social media.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking statements regarding the proposed NCIB and ASPP described above. Forward-looking statements also include any other statements that do not refer to historical facts. Particularly, information regarding our intention to use corporate funds to carry out purchases subject to the NCIB, the number of Common Shares that will be repurchased under the NCIB (if at all) and our intention to implement the ASPP is forward-looking information.

By their nature, forward-looking statements are based on assumptions and subject to inherent risks and uncertainties. Material factors or assumptions that were applied in formulating the forward-looking information contained herein include, without limitation, assumptions regarding the future price of Common Shares, assumptions regarding the availability of corporate funds to complete purchases under the NCIB, as well as the expectations and beliefs of Stantec, and its management and board of directors, as of the date hereof. Stantec cautions that the foregoing list of material factors and assumptions is not exhaustive.

Except as may be required by law, Stantec undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are provided herein for the purpose of giving information about the NCIB and ASPP referred to above and their expected impact. Readers are cautioned that such information may not be appropriate for other purposes.

Media Contact
Danny Craig
Director, Public Relations
Ph: (949) 632-6319
danny.craig@stantec.com Investor Contact
Jess Nieukerk
Stantec Investor Relations
Ph: (403) 569-5389
ir@stantec.com

FAQ

What did Stantec (STN) announce in its March 2026 Form 6-K?

Stantec announced renewal of its Normal Course Issuer Bid and automatic share purchase plan. These programs permit repurchases of common shares on Canadian trading systems and during blackout periods, with all repurchased shares cancelled to support the company’s broader capital deployment strategy.

How many Stantec (STN) shares can be repurchased under the renewed NCIB?

Stantec may repurchase up to 2,281,339 common shares under the renewed NCIB. This represents approximately 2% of its 114,066,995 issued and outstanding common shares as of March 2, 2026, with all purchased shares to be cancelled after acquisition.

Over what period will Stantec’s renewed NCIB be in effect?

The NCIB may commence on March 12, 2026 and will terminate no later than March 11, 2027. During this period, Stantec can repurchase shares through the Toronto Stock Exchange or alternative Canadian trading systems at prevailing market prices.

What daily limit applies to Stantec share repurchases under the NCIB?

Except for permitted block purchases, Stantec’s daily repurchases are limited to 96,076 common shares. This equals about 25% of the six-month average daily trading volume of 384,306 shares, as measured for the months ending February 28, 2026.

What is Stantec’s automatic share purchase plan (ASPP)?

The ASPP is an arrangement with a designated broker that allows share repurchases under the NCIB during blackout periods. The broker makes purchases at its discretion, within preset parameters Stantec sets before a blackout, in line with TSX rules and ASPP terms.

Why does Stantec believe its share repurchase program is attractive?

Stantec believes its market price sometimes does not fully reflect its business value and prospects. At such times, it views buying its own common shares as an attractive investment and suitable use of funds, alongside growth investment, debt reduction, and increasing dividends.

On which exchanges does Stantec (STN) trade and under what symbol?

Stantec trades on both the Toronto Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol STN. The company describes itself as a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting serving infrastructure and energy transition needs.

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