IR Leader
May 26, 2026

CIRI's 2026 Annual Meeting will be held at 3:30 p.m. (ET) on Wednesday, June 17 at Manior Saint Sauveur, Saint Sauveur, Quebec. 

All members are encouraged to attend the Meeting. Even if you are attending, we encourage all members to vote their proxy as soon as possible. All members are entitled to vote at the Meeting in person or by proxy. You can return your proxy by email to proxies@ciri.org no later than 5:00 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, June 16. 

Click here to access the AGM documents and download the proxy form.

Don't delay. VOTE YOUR PROXY TODAY!

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CIRI's 39th Annual Investor Relations Conference is heading to Saint-Sauveur, Quebec, June 17-19.

Join us and your peers to re-energize your IR practices and expand your network. CIRI's Annual Conference provides the inspiration, education and connections needed to grow and deliver a best-in-class IR program.

This year's Conference will provide adaptive insight to refine your IR program and rejuvenate personal growth through diverse perspectives. We will make an impact with thought-provoking speakers, engaging discussions and a variety of sessions that will modernize your skills and knowledge. You don't want to miss it!

Click here to learn more and register.

Not a CIRI member? No problem!

CIRI Membership/Conference Bundle

If you're planning on coming to the Conference, the largest educational and social event of the year for the IR community, why not join CIRI and take advantage of all the benefits of membership? Join CIRI now with this Membership/Conference Bundle and save! Find more info here.

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