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SEC filingGildan Activewear Inc. announced the election of all nine director nominees, reappointment of KPMG LLP as auditor, renewal of its Shareholder Rights Plan, and approval of its non-binding Say on Pay vote at its April 30, 2026 annual meeting, with voting results disclosed per Canadian continuous disclosure rules.
This 6-K reports the outcome of Gildan’s April 30, 2026 annual meeting, fulfilling mandatory disclosure obligations under National Instrument 51-102. The overwhelming support for all director nominees—including CEO Glenn J. Chamandy (99.78% FOR) and Chair Michael Kneeland (98.34% FOR)—signals strong shareholder confidence in the Company’s strategic direction and governance. The 92.71% approval of KPMG LLP as auditor reflects continued trust in financial reporting integrity. The Shareholder Rights Plan renewal—approved by 93.78% of votes—maintains a key defensive mechanism against hostile takeovers without triggering immediate dilution or change-in-control provisions. Critically, the 97.18% Say on Pay approval underscores alignment between executive pay practices and long-term value creation, especially given Gildan’s diversified brand portfolio and vertically integrated manufacturing model. While no financial results, guidance, or material agreements are disclosed here, the voting outcomes collectively reinforce governance stability—a medium-material factor for investors assessing management credibility and capital allocation discipline ahead of upcoming earnings cycles.