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ERES Files Management Information Circular in Connection with the Special Meeting to Approve Acquisition by Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust

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Executive Summary

  • ERES filed its Management Information Circular and related meeting materials for a special shareholders’ meeting to approve a proposed plan of arrangement under which an affiliate of CAPREIT will acquire 100% of the REIT’s Units for cash consideration of $1.19 per Unit.
  • The Board and an independent Special Committee have unanimously recommended that unitholders vote FOR the Arrangement, stating it is fair and in the best interests of public REIT unitholders.
  • Subject to shareholder approval, court order (hearing scheduled for April 29, 2026) and satisfaction/waiver of conditions, the transaction is expected to close in Q2 2026.

Key Details

  • Arrangement Consideration: $1.19 cash per Unit (all‑cash transaction).
  • Acquirer: Affiliate of Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (CAPREIT).
  • Units Affected: All issued and outstanding Units of ERES not already owned by CAPREIT or its affiliates.
  • Special Meeting: Virtual webcast on April 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Toronto time.
  • Record Date for Voting Rights: Close of business March 16, 2026.
  • Voting Thresholds:
  • Minimum 66⅔% of votes cast by Units and SVUs combined must approve the Arrangement Resolution.
  • A majority of votes cast by “Public REIT Unitholders” (excluding conflicted trustees) must also approve.
  • Court Hearing: Final Order hearing scheduled for April 29, 2026.
  • Expected Closing: Anticipated in Q2 2026, contingent on shareholder approval and court order.
  • Board & Special Committee Position: Both unanimously (conflicted trustees abstaining) recommend voting FOR the Arrangement, deeming it financially fair to public unitholders.
  • Proxy Information: Proxy deadline April 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.; detailed instructions provided in meeting materials.
  • Contact for Unitholder Assistance: Shorecrest Group (toll‑free 1‑888‑637‑5789; email [email protected]).

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