BCE (BCE) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• The meeting opened with a land acknowledgment and outlined a hybrid format allowing both in-person and online participation, voting, and Q&A via the Lumi platform.

• Procedures for voting, submitting questions, and introducing motions were explained, with emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility in both English and French.

• The agenda included receipt of financial statements, election of directors, auditor appointment, executive compensation advisory vote, a shareholder proposal, executive addresses, and Q&A.

Board and executive committee updates

• Gordon Nixon chaired his final AGM, highlighting board oversight during industry transformation and the transition to Louis Vachon as incoming Chair.

• Louis Vachon emphasized the importance of strong governance, operational excellence, and Bell’s role in Canada’s digital and AI infrastructure.

Financial performance review

• The 2025 consolidated financial statements and auditor’s report were received, with no questions raised by shareholders.

• CFO Curtis Philippsen and Ernst & Young representatives were present to address any financial queries.