Burcon Announces New Board Members and Results of Shareholder Meeting

Core Points - Burcon NutraScience Corporation has appointed Mr. Philip Dowad and Mr. Richard Nazur Jr. as new members of its Board of Directors, enhancing its leadership as it enters a new growth phase [1][2] - The results from the 2025 annual general and special meeting of shareholders indicate that all seven nominees proposed by management were elected to the board [2][3] - Shareholders approved the appointment of KPMG LLP as auditors and the amendment to the exercise price of outstanding warrants [3] Board Member Profiles - Mr. Philip Dowad has over 43 years of experience in audit and professional practice, primarily with KPMG, and has served as a consultant and expert witness since his retirement in 2022 [4] - Mr. Richard Nazur Jr. has over 20 years of experience in agricultural commodity markets, previously working at Archer Daniels Midland Company and currently operates a successful family office involved in multiple commodity markets [6] Company Overview - Burcon NutraScience Corporation is a global leader in plant-based protein innovation, focusing on high-performance ingredients for the food and beverage industry [7] - The company holds an extensive patent portfolio covering novel proteins derived from various plant sources and is committed to sustainability and creating next-generation protein solutions [7]