In Toronto on March 20, 2026 Guardian Capital Group Limited (TSX: GCG) (TSX: GCG.A) has confirmed the receipt of all regulatory approvals necessary for the finalization of a previously announced statutory plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (Ontario). This arrangement involves Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc., a Desjardins Group affiliate, acquiring all outstanding Common shares and Class A shares of Guardian Capital Group Limited (referred to collectively as Guardian Shares), excluding shares held by specified shareholders with equity rollover agreements, for C$68.00 per Guardian Share in cash.