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OGI~Organigram Closes Previously Announced Acquisition of Sanity Group, Private Placement Financing with BAT and ATB Senior Secured Credit Facilities
April 15 2026 - 12:03PM
Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”) and Sanity Group GmbH (“Sanity” or “Sanity Group”) jointly announced the successful closing of Organigram’s previously announced acquisition (the “Acquisition”) of Sanity Group, pursuant to the terms of a share purchase agreement dated February 18, 2026 (the “Share Purchase Agreement”). In connection with closing of the Acquisition, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of Sanity Group not already owned by the Company for an upfront purchase price paid on closing of €107.3 million, consisting of €78.0 million in cash and €29.3 million in share consideration (the “Upfront Consideration”). In connection with the closing of the Acquisition, the Company also closed its previously announced private placement financing (the “Private Placement”) with BT DE Investments Inc. (“BAT”), a wholly owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c.1, for total gross proceeds of €40.3 million (equal to C$65.2 million)2, and its previously announced senior secured credit facilities (the “Loan Facilities”) of up to C$60 million.
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The Company is also pleased to announce that, in connection with the closing of the Acquisition, Mr. Max Konrad Narr has been appointed to the Company’s board of directors for the duration of the Earnout Period (as defined below).
A portion of the cash component of the Upfront Consideration payable in connection with the Acquisition was funded using an amount drawn from Organigram’s Jupiter strategic investment pool (the “Jupiter Pool”), a capital pool established in 2024 with funding from BAT to support international growth initiatives. The use of such funds in connection with the Acquisition represents the final deployment of the Jupiter Pool.
About Sanity Group
Sanity Group is one of Europe’s leading pure-play cannabis companies, headquartered in Germany with a scalable European platform and expanding operations in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Poland and Czechia. Sanity has developed a diversified and sophisticated commercial footprint across key segments of the cannabis value chain, including medical cannabis, regulated recreational pilot programs, and wellbeing products. Sanity benefits from deep regulatory expertise, strong distribution and logistics capabilities, and an extensive network of strategic partners across Europe.
Structuring of Consideration and Earnout under the Share Purchase Agreement
The Upfront Consideration paid on closing consisted of €78.0 million in cash3 and €29.3 million in share consideration, which was satisfied by Organigram issuing 3,146,195 common shares in the capital of the Company (the “Common Shares”) to the former shareholders of Sanity (the “Sellers”) and 12,638,228 non-voting Class A convertible preferred shares in the capital of the Company to BAT (the “Preferred Shares”, and together with the Common Shares, the “Shares”) at a price per Share of €1.8547 (C$3.00). The Upfront Consideration is based on estimated cash, debt and working capital of Sanity Group and is subject to post closing adjustment. In addition to the Upfront Consideration, the Sellers are entitled to future earnout consideration of up to €113.8 million, consisting of up to €20.0 million in cash, and up to €93.8 million in Shares, to be priced based on the volume-weighted average price of the Company’s Common Shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “TSX”) for the twenty trading days on which there was a closing price for the Common Shares immediately preceding the settlement of such Shares, subject to a C$3.00 floor and C$4.00 cap (the “Earnout Consideration”), dependent on Sanity Group’s financial performance during the 12-month period ended April 1, 2027 (the “Earnout Period”).
ATB Credit Facility
In connection with the Acquisition and concurrently with the closing of the Acquisition, the Company closed the previously announced Loan Facilities between the Company, as borrower, ATB Financial as administrative agent, sole lead arranger and bookrunner, and the lenders party thereto from time to time (the “Credit Agreement”).
The Loan Facilities consist of a (i) C$20 million non-revolving term facility; (ii) C$30 million revolving credit facility; and (iii) C$10 million operating facility. The Loan Facilities are secured by assets of the Company and its material subsidiaries.
The proceeds of the non-revolving term loan have been used to partially fund the Acquisition. The revolving credit facility may be used to fund any earn out obligations in connection with the Acquisition and to finance working capital requirements and for general corporate purposes. The operating facility will be used to finance working capital requirements and for general corporate purposes.
Pursuant to the agreed conditions of the Loan Facilities, the Company has initially drawn C$20 million of the term loan on closing at the Prime Rate (as defined in the Credit Agreement). The Loan Facilities will mature on April 14, 2029 and the Company may, at its discretion, repay the balance of the Facilities without penalty, at any time (subject to the applicable notice requirements under the Credit Agreement). The Credit Agreement includes customary positive and negative covenants and events of default or loans of similar type, including financial covenants.
Private Placement with BAT
In connection with the Acquisition and concurrently with the closing of the Acquisition, the Company closed its previously announced Private Placement with BAT. Pursuant to closing of the Private Placement, BAT acquired, on a private placement basis, 1,152,800 Common Shares and 12,874,274 Preferred Shares of the Company at a price of C$3.00 per Share for gross proceeds of C$42.08 million, and 9,897,356 Preferred Shares of the Company at a price of C$2.335854 per Share, pursuant to the exercise of certain existing top-up rights, for gross proceeds of C$23.12 million, for total gross proceeds of €40,287,080 (equal to C$65.2 million)4 (the “Private Placement Subscription Proceeds”) pursuant to the terms of a subscription agreement dated February 18, 2026 (the “Subscription Agreement”). The Private Placement Subscription Proceeds were used to finance the cash portion of the Upfront Consideration and certain related transaction expenses of the Company.
Pursuant to the terms of the Subscription Agreement, the Shares issued in the closing of the Private Placement were allocated between Common Shares and Preferred Shares, such that if the number of Common Shares owned by BAT or its affiliates, associates, related parties and any joint actors would have exceeded the 30% Threshold after the closing of the Private Placement, the Company issued to BAT the greatest number of Common Shares issuable pursuant to the closing without exceeding the 30% Threshold, with the remainder of the Shares issuable as Preferred Shares (all as more specifically set forth in the Subscription Agreement).
The Preferred Shares are non-voting convertible preferred shares of the Company convertible at the option of BAT without payment of any additional consideration (subject to the 30% Threshold). The Preferred Shares are convertible initially on a one-for-one basis into Common Shares; provided, however, that the conversion rate will increase at a rate of 7.5% per annum commencing from the initial date on which such Preferred Shares are issued, until such time as the holders of Preferred Shares would beneficially own, or exercise control or direction over, directly or indirectly, with their respective affiliates, associates, related parties and any joint actors, after giving effect to the conversion of the Preferred Shares, 49.0% of the aggregate number of Common Shares issued and outstanding.
Amended and Restated Investor Rights Agreement
In connection with the closing of the Private Placement, the Company and BAT entered into a second amended and restated investor rights agreement (the “Second Amended & Restated IRA”), which further amends and restates the prior investor rights agreement dated January 23, 2024 between the Company and BAT to, among other things, provide increased flexibility concerning debt financing transactions by Organigram and refresh the time periods with respect to certain provisions. A copy of the Second Amended & Restated IRA will be available under the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Advisors and Counsel
In connection with the Acquisition, the Company engaged EY for financial and tax advisory work, and BMO Capital Markets to provide a fairness opinion in respect the consideration to be paid by the Company pursuant to the Share Purchase Agreement. Goodmans LLP acted as Canadian legal counsel to the Company in connection with the Acquisition, the Loan Facilities and the Private Placement. Hogan Lovells International LLP acted as German legal counsel to the Company on the Acquisition, and McMillan LLP acted as U.S. legal counsel to the Company in connection with the Acquisition.
Sanity Group engaged its former Managing Director and Chief Investment & Strategy Officer, Max Narr, to support the management of the Acquisition, and Rothschild & Co acted as its exclusive financial advisor. Katharina Erbe (RSR / Season 5) and Patrick Biagosch (Biagosch Partner) acted as German legal counsel to Sanity Group, and McMillan LLP acted as Canadian legal counsel to Sanity Group. Stikeman Elliott LLP acted as Canadian legal counsel to BAT in connection with the Private Placement.
Additional Information Regarding the Acquisition, Private Placement and Loan Facilities
For additional details on the Acquisition and the Private Placement, see the Management Information Circular dated February 23, 2026, the Share Purchase Agreement for the Acquisition and the Subscription Agreement for the Private Placement, copies of which are available on the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov. For additional details on the Loan Facilities, see the Loan Facilities, a copy of which is available on the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
About Organigram Global Inc.
Organigram Global Inc. is a NASDAQ Global Select Market and TSX listed company whose wholly owned subsidiary, Organigram Inc., is a licensed cultivator of cannabis and manufacturer of cannabis-derived goods in Canada. Through its acquisition of Collective Project Limited, Organigram Global participates in the U.S. and Canadian cannabinoid beverage markets. Organigram is focused on producing high-quality cannabis for adult consumers, as well as developing international business partnerships to extend the Company's global footprint. Organigram has also developed and acquired a portfolio of cannabis brands, including Edison, Big Bag O’ Buds, SHRED, SHRED’ems, Monjour, Tremblant Cannabis, Collective Project, Trailblazer, BOXHOT and DEBUNK. Organigram operates facilities in Moncton, New Brunswick and Lac Supérieur, Quebec, with a dedicated edibles manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Company also operates two additional cannabis processing facilities in Southwestern Ontario; one in Aylmer and the other in London. The facility in Aylmer houses best-in-class CO2 and Hydrocarbon extraction capabilities, and is optimized for formulation refinement, post-processing of minor cannabinoids, and pre-roll production. The facility in London will be optimized for labelling, packaging, and national fulfillment. The Company is regulated by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulations (Canada).
Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events, or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking-statements. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, events, performance or achievements of Organigram to differ materially from current expectations or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this news release.
Risks, uncertainties and other factors involved with forward-looking information could cause actual events, results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements reflect current beliefs of management of the Company with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management including the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis and opinions of management of the Company considering their experience, perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments as well as other factors that management believes to be relevant as at the date such statements are made. Forward-looking statements involve significant known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievement to be materially different from any future forward-looking statements. There is a risk that some or all the expected benefits of the Acquisition may fail to materialize or may not occur within the time periods anticipated by the Company. The challenge of coordinating previously independent businesses makes evaluating the business and future financial prospects of the Company following the business combination difficult. Material risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from forward-looking statements include the inherent uncertainty associated with the financial and other projections (including projections relating to revenue, EBITDA, valuation and the calculation of the Earnout Consideration) as well as market changes arising from Canadian and European governmental actions or market conditions; the prompt and effective integration of Sanity into the Company not being possible; the ability to achieve the anticipated synergies and value-creation contemplated by the business combination not being possible or being delayed; the response of business partners and retention as a result of the business combination being negative; the impact of competitive responses to the business combination negatively impacting the Company; the ability to achieve the expected manufacturing and production output including flower supply not being possible; the risk that Sanity may not achieve the financial performance thresholds required for the payment of some or all of the Earnout Consideration; and the diversion of management time on business combination-related issues. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Other risks and uncertainties not presently known to the Company or that the Company presently believe are not material could also cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements contained herein. For a more detailed discussion of risks and other factors, see the factors and risks disclosed in the Company’s most recent annual information form, management’s discussion and analysis and other Company documents filed from time to time on SEDAR+ (see www.sedarplus.ca) and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.
Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information, and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. The forward-looking information included in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
1 BAT (as defined below) is a shareholder in both Organigram and Sanity and has opted to take Shares in Organigram in lieu of cash for its interest in Sanity.
2 As determined using the average daily exchange rate published by the Bank of Canada on April 8, 2026 for converting Canadian dollars into Euros, being CAD$1.00 equals €0.6179.
3 BAT (as defined below) is a shareholder in both Organigram and Sanity and has opted to take Shares in Organigram in lieu of cash for its interest in Sanity.
4 As determined using the average daily exchange rate published by the Bank of Canada on April 8, 2026 for converting Canadian dollars into Euros, being CAD$1.00 equals €0.6179.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260414924202/en/
For Organigram Investor Relations enquiries:
Max Schwartz, Director of Investor Relations
investors@organigram.ca
For Organigram Media enquiries:
Mark McKay, Director Communications and Digital Strategy
mark.mckay@organigram.ca
For Sanity Group Media enquiries:
Jennifer Plankenbühler, Press Officer and Lead Medical PR
presse@sanitygroup.com
CA Market News
2月前
Organigram Closes Previously Announced Acquisition of Sanity Group, Private Placement Financing with BAT and ATB Senior Secured Credit FacilitiesApril 15, 2026 12:03 PM
Business Wire
Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”) and Sanity Group GmbH (“Sanity” or “Sanity Group”) jointly announced the successful closing of Organigram’s previously announced acquisition (the “Acquisition”) of Sanity Group, pursuant to the terms of a share purchase agreement dated February 18, 2026 (the “Share Purchase Agreement”). In connection with closing of the Acquisition, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of Sanity Group not already owned by the Company for an upfront purchase price paid on closing of €107.3 million, consisting of €78.0 million in cash and €29.3 million in share consideration (the “Upfront Consideration”). In connection with the closing of the Acquisition, the Company also closed its previously announced private placement financing (the “Private Placement”) with BT DE Investments Inc. (“BAT”), a wholly owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c.1, for total gross proceeds of €40.3 million (equal to C$65.2 million)2, and its previously announced senior secured credit facilities (the “Loan Facilities”) of up to C$60 million.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260414924202/en/
The Company is also pleased to announce that, in connection with the closing of the Acquisition, Mr. Max Konrad Narr has been appointed to the Company’s board of directors for the duration of the Earnout Period (as defined below).
A portion of the cash component of the Upfront Consideration payable in connection with the Acquisition was funded using an amount drawn from Organigram’s Jupiter strategic investment pool (the “Jupiter Pool”), a capital pool established in 2024 with funding from BAT to support international growth initiatives. The use of such funds in connection with the Acquisition represents the final deployment of the Jupiter Pool.
About Sanity Group
Sanity Group is one of Europe’s leading pure-play cannabis companies, headquartered in Germany with a scalable European platform and expanding operations in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Poland and Czechia. Sanity has developed a diversified and sophisticated commercial footprint across key segments of the cannabis value chain, including medical cannabis, regulated recreational pilot programs, and wellbeing products. Sanity benefits from deep regulatory expertise, strong distribution and logistics capabilities, and an extensive network of strategic partners across Europe.
Structuring of Consideration and Earnout under the Share Purchase Agreement
The Upfront Consideration paid on closing consisted of €78.0 million in cash3 and €29.3 million in share consideration, which was satisfied by Organigram issuing 3,146,195 common shares in the capital of the Company (the “Common Shares”) to the former shareholders of Sanity (the “Sellers”) and 12,638,228 non-voting Class A convertible preferred shares in the capital of the Company to BAT (the “Preferred Shares”, and together with the Common Shares, the “Shares”) at a price per Share of €1.8547 (C$3.00). The Upfront Consideration is based on estimated cash, debt and working capital of Sanity Group and is subject to post closing adjustment. In addition to the Upfront Consideration, the Sellers are entitled to future earnout consideration of up to €113.8 million, consisting of up to €20.0 million in cash, and up to €93.8 million in Shares, to be priced based on the volume-weighted average price of the Company’s Common Shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “TSX”) for the twenty trading days on which there was a closing price for the Common Shares immediately preceding the settlement of such Shares, subject to a C$3.00 floor and C$4.00 cap (the “Earnout Consideration”), dependent on Sanity Group’s financial performance during the 12-month period ended April 1, 2027 (the “Earnout Period”).
ATB Credit Facility
In connection with the Acquisition and concurrently with the closing of the Acquisition, the Company closed the previously announced Loan Facilities between the Company, as borrower, ATB Financial as administrative agent, sole lead arranger and bookrunner, and the lenders party thereto from time to time (the “Credit Agreement”).
The Loan Facilities consist of a (i) C$20 million non-revolving term facility; (ii) C$30 million revolving credit facility; and (iii) C$10 million operating facility. The Loan Facilities are secured by assets of the Company and its material subsidiaries.
The proceeds of the non-revolving term loan have been used to partially fund the Acquisition. The revolving credit facility may be used to fund any earn out obligations in connection with the Acquisition and to finance working capital requirements and for general corporate purposes. The operating facility will be used to finance working capital requirements and for general corporate purposes.
Pursuant to the agreed conditions of the Loan Facilities, the Company has initially drawn C$20 million of the term loan on closing at the Prime Rate (as defined in the Credit Agreement). The Loan Facilities will mature on April 14, 2029 and the Company may, at its discretion, repay the balance of the Facilities without penalty, at any time (subject to the applicable notice requirements under the Credit Agreement). The Credit Agreement includes customary positive and negative covenants and events of default or loans of similar type, including financial covenants.
Private Placement with BAT
In connection with the Acquisition and concurrently with the closing of the Acquisition, the Company closed its previously announced Private Placement with BAT. Pursuant to closing of the Private Placement, BAT acquired, on a private placement basis, 1,152,800 Common Shares and 12,874,274 Preferred Shares of the Company at a price of C$3.00 per Share for gross proceeds of C$42.08 million, and 9,897,356 Preferred Shares of the Company at a price of C$2.335854 per Share, pursuant to the exercise of certain existing top-up rights, for gross proceeds of C$23.12 million, for total gross proceeds of €40,287,080 (equal to C$65.2 million)4 (the “Private Placement Subscription Proceeds”) pursuant to the terms of a subscription agreement dated February 18, 2026 (the “Subscription Agreement”). The Private Placement Subscription Proceeds were used to finance the cash portion of the Upfront Consideration and certain related transaction expenses of the Company.
Pursuant to the terms of the Subscription Agreement, the Shares issued in the closing of the Private Placement were allocated between Common Shares and Preferred Shares, such that if the number of Common Shares owned by BAT or its affiliates, associates, related parties and any joint actors would have exceeded the 30% Threshold after the closing of the Private Placement, the Company issued to BAT the greatest number of Common Shares issuable pursuant to the closing without exceeding the 30% Threshold, with the remainder of the Shares issuable as Preferred Shares (all as more specifically set forth in the Subscription Agreement).
The Preferred Shares are non-voting convertible preferred shares of the Company convertible at the option of BAT without payment of any additional consideration (subject to the 30% Threshold). The Preferred Shares are convertible initially on a one-for-one basis into Common Shares; provided, however, that the conversion rate will increase at a rate of 7.5% per annum commencing from the initial date on which such Preferred Shares are issued, until such time as the holders of Preferred Shares would beneficially own, or exercise control or direction over, directly or indirectly, with their respective affiliates, associates, related parties and any joint actors, after giving effect to the conversion of the Preferred Shares, 49.0% of the aggregate number of Common Shares issued and outstanding.
Amended and Restated Investor Rights Agreement
In connection with the closing of the Private Placement, the Company and BAT entered into a second amended and restated investor rights agreement (the “Second Amended & Restated IRA”), which further amends and restates the prior investor rights agreement dated January 23, 2024 between the Company and BAT to, among other things, provide increased flexibility concerning debt financing transactions by Organigram and refresh the time periods with respect to certain provisions. A copy of the Second Amended & Restated IRA will be available under the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Advisors and Counsel
In connection with the Acquisition, the Company engaged EY for financial and tax advisory work, and BMO Capital Markets to provide a fairness opinion in respect the consideration to be paid by the Company pursuant to the Share Purchase Agreement. Goodmans LLP acted as Canadian legal counsel to the Company in connection with the Acquisition, the Loan Facilities and the Private Placement. Hogan Lovells International LLP acted as German legal counsel to the Company on the Acquisition, and McMillan LLP acted as U.S. legal counsel to the Company in connection with the Acquisition.
Sanity Group engaged its former Managing Director and Chief Investment & Strategy Officer, Max Narr, to support the management of the Acquisition, and Rothschild & Co acted as its exclusive financial advisor. Katharina Erbe (RSR / Season 5) and Patrick Biagosch (Biagosch Partner) acted as German legal counsel to Sanity Group, and McMillan LLP acted as Canadian legal counsel to Sanity Group. Stikeman Elliott LLP acted as Canadian legal counsel to BAT in connection with the Private Placement.
Additional Information Regarding the Acquisition, Private Placement and Loan Facilities
For additional details on the Acquisition and the Private Placement, see the Management Information Circular dated February 23, 2026, the Share Purchase Agreement for the Acquisition and the Subscription Agreement for the Private Placement, copies of which are available on the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov. For additional details on the Loan Facilities, see the Loan Facilities, a copy of which is available on the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
About Organigram Global Inc.
Organigram Global Inc. is a NASDAQ Global Select Market and TSX listed company whose wholly owned subsidiary, Organigram Inc., is a licensed cultivator of cannabis and manufacturer of cannabis-derived goods in Canada. Through its acquisition of Collective Project Limited, Organigram Global participates in the U.S. and Canadian cannabinoid beverage markets. Organigram is focused on producing high-quality cannabis for adult consumers, as well as developing international business partnerships to extend the Company's global footprint. Organigram has also developed and acquired a portfolio of cannabis brands, including Edison, Big Bag O’ Buds, SHRED, SHRED’ems, Monjour, Tremblant Cannabis, Collective Project, Trailblazer, BOXHOT and DEBUNK. Organigram operates facilities in Moncton, New Brunswick and Lac Supérieur, Quebec, with a dedicated edibles manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Company also operates two additional cannabis processing facilities in Southwestern Ontario; one in Aylmer and the other in London. The facility in Aylmer houses best-in-class CO2 and Hydrocarbon extraction capabilities, and is optimized for formulation refinement, post-processing of minor cannabinoids, and pre-roll production. The facility in London will be optimized for labelling, packaging, and national fulfillment. The Company is regulated by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulations (Canada).
Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events, or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking-statements. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, events, performance or achievements of Organigram to differ materially from current expectations or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this news release.
Risks, uncertainties and other factors involved with forward-looking information could cause actual events, results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements reflect current beliefs of management of the Company with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management including the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis and opinions of management of the Company considering their experience, perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments as well as other factors that management believes to be relevant as at the date such statements are made. Forward-looking statements involve significant known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievement to be materially different from any future forward-looking statements. There is a risk that some or all the expected benefits of the Acquisition may fail to materialize or may not occur within the time periods anticipated by the Company. The challenge of coordinating previously independent businesses makes evaluating the business and future financial prospects of the Company following the business combination difficult. Material risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from forward-looking statements include the inherent uncertainty associated with the financial and other projections (including projections relating to revenue, EBITDA, valuation and the calculation of the Earnout Consideration) as well as market changes arising from Canadian and European governmental actions or market conditions; the prompt and effective integration of Sanity into the Company not being possible; the ability to achieve the anticipated synergies and value-creation contemplated by the business combination not being possible or being delayed; the response of business partners and retention as a result of the business combination being negative; the impact of competitive responses to the business combination negatively impacting the Company; the ability to achieve the expected manufacturing and production output including flower supply not being possible; the risk that Sanity may not achieve the financial performance thresholds required for the payment of some or all of the Earnout Consideration; and the diversion of management time on business combination-related issues. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Other risks and uncertainties not presently known to the Company or that the Company presently believe are not material could also cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements contained herein. For a more detailed discussion of risks and other factors, see the factors and risks disclosed in the Company’s most recent annual information form, management’s discussion and analysis and other Company documents filed from time to time on SEDAR+ (see www.sedarplus.ca) and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.
Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information, and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. The forward-looking information included in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
1 BAT (as defined below) is a shareholder in both Organigram and Sanity and has opted to take Shares in Organigram in lieu of cash for its interest in Sanity.
2 As determined using the average daily exchange rate published by the Bank of Canada on April 8, 2026 for converting Canadian dollars into Euros, being CAD$1.00 equals €0.6179.
3 BAT (as defined below) is a shareholder in both Organigram and Sanity and has opted to take Shares in Organigram in lieu of cash for its interest in Sanity.
4 As determined using the average daily exchange rate published by the Bank of Canada on April 8, 2026 for converting Canadian dollars into Euros, being CAD$1.00 equals €0.6179.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260414924202/en/
For Organigram Investor Relations enquiries:
Max Schwartz, Director of Investor Relations
investors@organigram.ca
For Organigram Media enquiries:
Mark McKay, Director Communications and Digital Strategy
mark.mckay@organigram.ca
For Sanity Group Media enquiries:
Jennifer Plankenbühler, Press Officer and Lead Medical PR
presse@sanitygroup.com
Original: Organigram Closes Previously Announced Acquisition of Sanity Group, Private Placement Financing with BAT and ATB Senior Secured Credit Facilities
CA Market News
2月前
Organigram Announces Shareholder Approval of Acquisition of Sanity Group GmbH and Results of its Annual General and Special MeetingMarch 30, 2026 8:30 PM
Business Wire
Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”), is pleased to announce that the shareholders of Organigram have overwhelmingly approved the resolution required to consummate the previously announced acquisition by the Company (the “Transaction”) of Sanity Group GmbH (“Sanity Group”) and the related private placement financing (the “Private Placement”) with BT DE Investments Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco (“BAT”) at the Company’s annual general and special meeting of shareholders (the “Shareholders”) held on March 30, 2026 (the “Meeting”).
Shareholders approved an ordinary resolution (the “Transaction Resolution”) authorizing (i) the indirect acquisition by the Company of all the issued and outstanding shares of Sanity Group not already owned by the Company, and (ii) the issuance by the Company of up to 96,287,602 common shares to the shareholders of Sanity Group and BAT in connection with the Transaction and the Private Placement, by an affirmative vote of 93% of the votes represented at the Meeting, excluding the votes attached to the Company’s common shares beneficially owned, or over which control or direction was exercised by BAT, its associates and affiliates and their respective directors and officers who held Organigram common shares as of the record date for the Meeting in accordance with the rules of the TSX Company Manual and Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions. The full text of the Transaction Resolution is set forth as “Appendix B” in the Company’s management information circular dated February 23, 2026 (the “Circular”) provided in connection with the Meeting.
Transaction Highlights
Financially accretive acquisition that is expected to bring scale and positively impact both revenue and profitability. Sanity generated positive EBITDA in 2025.
Cements Organigram’s position as a leader in the growing global cannabis market. Organigram is currently #1 in the Canadian adult use recreational market, and on closing will become a top company in the rapidly growing German medical cannabis market, the second largest federally legal cannabis market in the world after Canada.
Provides Organigram with a vertically integrated European ‘hub’ and footprint. Will add local leadership, a strong network of strategic partners throughout the value chain across Europe as well as commercial, operational, medical and regulatory expertise.
Sanity Group operates Europe’s first two legal cannabis specialty stores as part of scientific pilot projects in Switzerland. Pilot project experience also enhances credibility for future pilot projects, including in Germany.
Provides Organigram the opportunity to bring its industry leading brands and IP to new markets globally. The combination of both teams, with the support of the Product Development Collaboration (PDC) generated intellectual property, is expected to deliver a suite of next generation cannabis innovations, backed by science, to European medical markets.
In addition to the shareholder approval obtained, the Transaction remains subject to the satisfaction of certain customary closing conditions for transactions of this nature, including the completion of the Private Placement and the ATB Financial senior secured credit facilities. The Company previously obtained foreign direct investment (FDI) clearance for the Transaction. Closing of the Transaction is expected to occur in April 2026.
In addition to the approval of the Transaction Resolution, the Shareholders approved all other matters presented for approval at the Meeting, as described in further detail below.
Election of Directors
Each of the ten nominees listed in the Circular were elected as directors of the Company. The Company received proxies and virtual votes at the Meeting as set out below:
Nominee
# Votes For
% of Votes
For
# Votes
Against
% of Votes
Against
Peter Amirault
49,413,277
98.6%
725,875
1.4%
James Yamanaka
49,488,063
98.7%
651,090
1.3%
Dexter John
49,474,313
98.7%
664,839
1.3%
Stephen Smith
49,404,097
98.5%
735,056
1.5%
Geoffrey Machum
49,388,232
98.5%
750,921
1.5%
Sherry Porter
49,448,299
98.6%
690,854
1.4%
Marni Wieshofer
49,393,604
98.5%
745,549
1.5%
Simon Ashton
49,292,856
98.3%
846,297
1.7%
Karina Gehring
49,352,986
98.4%
786,167
1.6%
Craig Harris
49,370,278
98.5%
768,874
1.5%
The biographies of the Company’s directors are set out in the Circular, which is available under the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Committee Composition
Following the Meeting, the Board has reviewed and approved the composition of its Committees which remain unchanged. The Investment Committee consists of Dexter John (Chair), Stephen Smith, Marni Wieshofer, Simon Ashton and Craig Harris. The Governance, Nominating and Sustainability Committee consists of Geoff Machum (Chair), Sherry Porter, Dexter John and Craig Harris. The Audit Committee consists of Stephen Smith (Chair), Dexter John, Marni Wieshofer and Simon Ashton and the Compensation Committee consists of Sherry Porter (Chair), Geoff Machum and Karina Gehring.
Appointment of Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP was appointed as the auditor of the Company until the next annual meeting of the shareholders of the Company or until its successor is duly appointed, and the directors of the Company were authorized to fix the remuneration of such auditor by the affirmative vote of 97% of the votes represented at the Meeting.
Approval of Unallocated Awards under Long-Term Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan
Shareholders approved the ordinary resolution (the “Unallocated Awards Resolution”) authorizing all unallocated options, restricted share units, performance share units and deferred share units under the Company’s Long-Term Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan dated as of January 25, 2020 by the affirmative vote of 94% of the votes represented at the Meeting. The full text of the Unallocated Awards Resolution is set forth as “Appendix A” in the Circular.
Further Information
For further information regarding the Transaction, please refer to the Circular filed under the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
About Organigram Global Inc.
Organigram Global Inc. is a NASDAQ Global Select Market and TSX listed company whose wholly owned subsidiary, Organigram Inc., is a licensed cultivator of cannabis and manufacturer of cannabis-derived goods in Canada. Through its acquisition of Collective Project Limited, Organigram Global participates in the U.S. and Canadian cannabinoid beverage markets. Organigram is focused on producing high-quality cannabis for adult consumers, as well as developing international business partnerships to extend the Company's global footprint. Organigram has also developed and acquired a portfolio of cannabis brands, including Edison, Big Bag O’ Buds, SHRED, SHRED’ems, Monjour, Tremblant Cannabis, Collective Project, Trailblazer, BOXHOT and DEBUNK. Organigram operates facilities in Moncton, New Brunswick and Lac Supérieur, Quebec, with a dedicated edibles manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Company also operates two additional cannabis processing facilities in Southwestern Ontario; one in Aylmer and the other in London. The facility in Aylmer houses best-in-class CO2 and Hydrocarbon extraction capabilities, and is optimized for formulation refinement, post-processing of minor cannabinoids, and pre-roll production. The facility in London will be optimized for labelling, packaging, and national fulfillment. The Company is regulated by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulations (Canada).
Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events, or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking-statements. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, events, performance or achievements of Organigram to differ materially from current expectations or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this news release.
Risks, uncertainties and other factors involved with forward-looking information could cause actual events, results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements reflect current beliefs of management of the Company with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management including the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis and opinions of management of the Company considering their experience, perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments as well as other factors that management believes to be relevant as at the date such statements are made. Forward-looking statements involve significant known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievement to be materially different from any future forward-looking statements. There is a risk that some or all the expected benefits of the Transaction may fail to materialize or may not occur within the time periods anticipated by the Company. The challenge of coordinating previously independent businesses makes evaluating the business and future financial prospects of the Company following the business combination difficult. Material risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from forward-looking statements include the inherent uncertainty associated with the financial and other projections a well as market changes arising from Canadian and European governmental actions or market conditions; satisfaction or waiver of all conditions to closing of the Transaction; completion of the Transaction and Private Placement on the terms contemplated in their governing agreements, as applicable; the prompt and effective integration of Sanity into the Company not being possible; the ability to achieve the anticipated synergies and value-creation contemplated by the business combination not being possible or being delayed; the response of business partners and retention as a result of the business combination being negative; the impact of competitive responses to the business combination negatively impacting the Company; the ability to achieve the expected manufacturing and production output including flower supply not being possible; and the diversion of management time on business combination-related issues. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Other risks and uncertainties not presently known to the Company or that the Company presently believe are not material could also cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements contained herein. For a more detailed discussion of risks and other factors, see the factors and risks disclosed in the Circular, the Company’s most recent annual information form, management’s discussion and analysis and other Company documents filed from time to time on SEDAR+ (see www.sedarplus.ca) and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.
Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information, and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. The forward-looking information included in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Original: Organigram Announces Shareholder Approval of Acquisition of Sanity Group GmbH and Results of its Annual General and Special Meeting
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Organigram Announces Independent Proxy Advisory Firm ISS Recommends Organigram Shareholders Vote FOR the Acquisition of Sanity Group GmbHMarch 23, 2026 6:00 AM
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ISS Cites Compelling Strategic Rationale, Favorable Market Reaction, and Strong Institutional Confidence in Recommending Shareholders Vote FOR the Transaction Resolution
Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”), a leading licensed producer of cannabis, is pleased to announce that Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. ("ISS"), a leading independent proxy advisory firm, has recommended that holders of common shares of Organigram ("Shareholders") vote FOR the ordinary resolution (the "Transaction Resolution") to approve the indirect acquisition of Sanity Group GmbH ("Sanity") at the Company's Annual General and Special Meeting of Shareholders (the "Meeting") to be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (Toronto time), at 333 Bay Street, Suite 3400, Toronto, Ontario.
For those Shareholders who are unable to attend the Meeting in person, the Company will make an audio-only telephone conference available for Shareholders to listen to the Meeting. No voting will occur on the audio conference. To join the audio-only telephone conference, Shareholders can dial (646) 307-1963 (from Toronto) or (800) 715-9871 (toll-free) and quote the following reference number: 96766. The registration URL for the audio-only telephone conference is https://registrations.events/direct/Q4I967660.
In its report dated March 14, 2026, ISS stated:
“The strategic rationale for the deal makes sense and the combined company should be able to harness benefits from increased scale, diversification, improved market presence, a stronger balance sheet, and cash flow generation. The connected financing being done at a meaningful premium by OGI’s largest shareholder signal strong institutional confidence and long-term strategic alignment. The valuation appears credible, and the company has outperformed broad global…benchmark indices since the unaffected date and the announcement, suggesting elevated non-approval risk.”
In recommending that Shareholders vote FOR the Transaction Resolution, ISS specifically highlighted the following key factors:
Compelling Strategic Rationale: ISS concluded that the acquisition of Sanity positions the combined company to benefit from increased scale, meaningful geographic diversification, improved market presence, a stronger balance sheet, and enhanced cash flow generation.
Strong Institutional Confidence: The connected private placement financing by a wholly owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c. (“BAT”), Organigram’s largest shareholder, completed at a meaningful premium to market price, was cited by ISS as a signal of strong institutional confidence and long-term strategic alignment with the transaction.
Credible Valuation: ISS found the valuation of Sanity to be credible, supported by an independent fairness opinion provided by BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. confirming the consideration to be paid is fair, from a financial point of view, to Organigram.
Positive Market Reaction: ISS noted that OGI shares rose on the day of announcement and had further increased as at March 11, 2026, meaningfully outperforming both the S&P/TSX Composite Index and the S&P/TSX Composite Pharmaceuticals Index over the same period. ISS indicated that this favorable market reaction suggests elevated risk if the transaction is not approved.
Unanimous Board Support: The independent members of Organigram’s Board of Directors unanimously approved the transaction (with the interested directors abstaining from voting), having weighed the risks and benefits of the transaction against the Company’s standalone alternatives.
About the Proposed Acquisition
Under the terms of the agreement, Sanity shareholders will receive a combination of cash and Organigram shares, with a deemed value of C$3.00 per share, as consideration for all outstanding Sanity shares not already held by Organigram, representing a 71.4% premium to the closing price of Organigram’s Common Shares on the TSX on the last unaffected trading date prior to announcement. The total upfront consideration is €113.4 million (comprising €80.0 million in cash and €33.4 million in Organigram shares). In addition, Sanity shareholders are entitled to receive contingent earn-out consideration of up to €113.8 million tied to Sanity’s financial performance in the 12-month period following closing.
Board Recommendation and Other Meeting Matters
The Board of Directors of Organigram unanimously (with the interested directors abstaining from voting) recommends that Shareholders vote FOR the Transaction Resolution. The Board consulted with its financial and legal advisors throughout the negotiation process and received a fairness opinion from BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. confirming the fairness of the consideration paid under the share purchase agreement for the Transaction, from a financial point of view, to the Company.
At the Meeting, Shareholders will also be asked to vote on a number of other annual and special meeting matters, including: the election of ten director nominees to the Board; the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s auditor; and the re-approval of all unallocated awards under the Company’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan. The Board recommends that Shareholders vote FOR each of the director nominees, FOR the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditor, and FOR the re-approval of all unallocated awards under the Company’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.
YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT
Shareholders are encouraged to read the Management Information Circular dated February 23, 2026 (available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, on EDGAR at www.sec.gov and on the Company’s website) carefully and to vote their shares as soon as possible, and in any event, prior to the voting deadline of 10:00 a.m. (Toronto time) on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Shareholders who have questions or need assistance with voting their shares should contact the Company’s proxy solicitation agent, Sodali & Co, by telephone at 1-833-830-8205 (North America) or 1-289-695-3075 (outside North America), or by email at assistance@investor.sodali.com.
About Organigram Global Inc.
Organigram Global Inc. is a NASDAQ Global Select Market and TSX listed company whose wholly owned subsidiary, Organigram Inc., is a licensed cultivator of cannabis and manufacturer of cannabis-derived goods in Canada. Through its acquisition of Collective Project Limited, Organigram Global participates in the U.S. and Canadian cannabinoid beverage markets. Organigram is focused on producing high-quality cannabis for adult consumers, as well as developing international business partnerships to extend the Company's global footprint. Organigram has also developed and acquired a portfolio of cannabis brands, including Edison, Big Bag O’ Buds, SHRED, SHRED’ems, Monjour, Tremblant Cannabis, Collective Project, Trailblazer, BOXHOT and DEBUNK. Organigram operates facilities in Moncton, New Brunswick and Lac Supérieur, Quebec, with a dedicated edibles manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Company also operates two additional cannabis processing facilities in Southwestern Ontario; one in Aylmer and the other in London. The facility in Aylmer houses best-in class CO2 and Hydrocarbon extraction capabilities, and is optimized for formulation refinement, post-processing of minor cannabinoids, and pre-roll production. The facility in London will be optimized for labelling, packaging, and national fulfillment. The Company is regulated by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulations (Canada).
About Sanity Group
Sanity Group aims to improve people’s quality of life through the use of cannabinoids and the utilization of the endocannabinoid system. The focus is on cannabinoid-based pharmaceuticals and consumer goods. To harness the full potential of cannabis, Sanity Group invests in research of the cannabis plant and its active ingredients as well as in specific areas of application. Sanity Group, co-founded in Berlin in 2018 by Finn Age Hänsel, includes Vayamed, avaay Medical and ZOIKS (medical cannabis), Endosane Pharmaceuticals (finished pharmaceuticals), vaay (lifestyle) and Grashaus Projects (recreational cannabis Swiss pilot project). Near Frankfurt am Main, Sanity Group also operates a logistics and production facility for cannabis pharmaceuticals. More information at sanitygroup.com/press.
Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events, or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, events, performance or achievements of Organigram to differ materially from current expectations or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this news release. Risks, uncertainties and other factors involved with forward-looking information could cause actual events, results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information include changes to market conditions, consumer preferences and regulatory climate, and factors and risks as disclosed in the Circular, and the Company’s most recent annual information form, management’s discussion and analysis and other Company documents filed from time to time on SEDAR+ (see www.sedarplus.ca) and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. Such assumptions include, without limitation, the receipt of the requisite approval of the Shareholders of the Transaction Resolution at the Meeting; the receipt of all required regulatory approvals, including final approval of the TSX,; the satisfaction or waiver of all conditions to closing of the Transaction; the completion of the Transaction on the terms contemplated by the share purchase agreement dated February 18, 2026 between the Company, Sanity and the shareholders of Sanity , the completion of the private placement financing with BAT on the terms contemplated by the subscription agreement dated February 18, 2026 between BAT and the Company; and the realization of the anticipated benefits of the Transaction within the expected time periods. The forward-looking information included in this news release is provided as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Original: Organigram Announces Independent Proxy Advisory Firm ISS Recommends Organigram Shareholders Vote FOR the Acquisition of Sanity Group GmbH
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Organigram Announces Independent Proxy Advisory Firm ISS Recommends Organigram Shareholders Vote FOR the Acquisition of Sanity Group GmbHMarch 23, 2026 6:00 AM
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ISS Cites Compelling Strategic Rationale, Favorable Market Reaction, and Strong Institutional Confidence in Recommending Shareholders Vote FOR the Transaction Resolution
Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”), a leading licensed producer of cannabis, is pleased to announce that Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. ("ISS"), a leading independent proxy advisory firm, has recommended that holders of common shares of Organigram ("Shareholders") vote FOR the ordinary resolution (the "Transaction Resolution") to approve the indirect acquisition of Sanity Group GmbH ("Sanity") at the Company's Annual General and Special Meeting of Shareholders (the "Meeting") to be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (Toronto time), at 333 Bay Street, Suite 3400, Toronto, Ontario.
For those Shareholders who are unable to attend the Meeting in person, the Company will make an audio-only telephone conference available for Shareholders to listen to the Meeting. No voting will occur on the audio conference. To join the audio-only telephone conference, Shareholders can dial (646) 307-1963 (from Toronto) or (800) 715-9871 (toll-free) and quote the following reference number: 96766. The registration URL for the audio-only telephone conference is https://registrations.events/direct/Q4I967660.
In its report dated March 14, 2026, ISS stated:
“The strategic rationale for the deal makes sense and the combined company should be able to harness benefits from increased scale, diversification, improved market presence, a stronger balance sheet, and cash flow generation. The connected financing being done at a meaningful premium by OGI’s largest shareholder signal strong institutional confidence and long-term strategic alignment. The valuation appears credible, and the company has outperformed broad global…benchmark indices since the unaffected date and the announcement, suggesting elevated non-approval risk.”
In recommending that Shareholders vote FOR the Transaction Resolution, ISS specifically highlighted the following key factors:
Compelling Strategic Rationale: ISS concluded that the acquisition of Sanity positions the combined company to benefit from increased scale, meaningful geographic diversification, improved market presence, a stronger balance sheet, and enhanced cash flow generation.
Strong Institutional Confidence: The connected private placement financing by a wholly owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c. (“BAT”), Organigram’s largest shareholder, completed at a meaningful premium to market price, was cited by ISS as a signal of strong institutional confidence and long-term strategic alignment with the transaction.
Credible Valuation: ISS found the valuation of Sanity to be credible, supported by an independent fairness opinion provided by BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. confirming the consideration to be paid is fair, from a financial point of view, to Organigram.
Positive Market Reaction: ISS noted that OGI shares rose on the day of announcement and had further increased as at March 11, 2026, meaningfully outperforming both the S&P/TSX Composite Index and the S&P/TSX Composite Pharmaceuticals Index over the same period. ISS indicated that this favorable market reaction suggests elevated risk if the transaction is not approved.
Unanimous Board Support: The independent members of Organigram’s Board of Directors unanimously approved the transaction (with the interested directors abstaining from voting), having weighed the risks and benefits of the transaction against the Company’s standalone alternatives.
About the Proposed Acquisition
Under the terms of the agreement, Sanity shareholders will receive a combination of cash and Organigram shares, with a deemed value of C$3.00 per share, as consideration for all outstanding Sanity shares not already held by Organigram, representing a 71.4% premium to the closing price of Organigram’s Common Shares on the TSX on the last unaffected trading date prior to announcement. The total upfront consideration is €113.4 million (comprising €80.0 million in cash and €33.4 million in Organigram shares). In addition, Sanity shareholders are entitled to receive contingent earn-out consideration of up to €113.8 million tied to Sanity’s financial performance in the 12-month period following closing.
Board Recommendation and Other Meeting Matters
The Board of Directors of Organigram unanimously (with the interested directors abstaining from voting) recommends that Shareholders vote FOR the Transaction Resolution. The Board consulted with its financial and legal advisors throughout the negotiation process and received a fairness opinion from BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. confirming the fairness of the consideration paid under the share purchase agreement for the Transaction, from a financial point of view, to the Company.
At the Meeting, Shareholders will also be asked to vote on a number of other annual and special meeting matters, including: the election of ten director nominees to the Board; the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s auditor; and the re-approval of all unallocated awards under the Company’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan. The Board recommends that Shareholders vote FOR each of the director nominees, FOR the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditor, and FOR the re-approval of all unallocated awards under the Company’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.
YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT
Shareholders are encouraged to read the Management Information Circular dated February 23, 2026 (available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, on EDGAR at www.sec.gov and on the Company’s website) carefully and to vote their shares as soon as possible, and in any event, prior to the voting deadline of 10:00 a.m. (Toronto time) on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Shareholders who have questions or need assistance with voting their shares should contact the Company’s proxy solicitation agent, Sodali & Co, by telephone at 1-833-830-8205 (North America) or 1-289-695-3075 (outside North America), or by email at assistance@investor.sodali.com.
About Organigram Global Inc.
Organigram Global Inc. is a NASDAQ Global Select Market and TSX listed company whose wholly owned subsidiary, Organigram Inc., is a licensed cultivator of cannabis and manufacturer of cannabis-derived goods in Canada. Through its acquisition of Collective Project Limited, Organigram Global participates in the U.S. and Canadian cannabinoid beverage markets. Organigram is focused on producing high-quality cannabis for adult consumers, as well as developing international business partnerships to extend the Company's global footprint. Organigram has also developed and acquired a portfolio of cannabis brands, including Edison, Big Bag O’ Buds, SHRED, SHRED’ems, Monjour, Tremblant Cannabis, Collective Project, Trailblazer, BOXHOT and DEBUNK. Organigram operates facilities in Moncton, New Brunswick and Lac Supérieur, Quebec, with a dedicated edibles manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Company also operates two additional cannabis processing facilities in Southwestern Ontario; one in Aylmer and the other in London. The facility in Aylmer houses best-in class CO2 and Hydrocarbon extraction capabilities, and is optimized for formulation refinement, post-processing of minor cannabinoids, and pre-roll production. The facility in London will be optimized for labelling, packaging, and national fulfillment. The Company is regulated by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulations (Canada).
About Sanity Group
Sanity Group aims to improve people’s quality of life through the use of cannabinoids and the utilization of the endocannabinoid system. The focus is on cannabinoid-based pharmaceuticals and consumer goods. To harness the full potential of cannabis, Sanity Group invests in research of the cannabis plant and its active ingredients as well as in specific areas of application. Sanity Group, co-founded in Berlin in 2018 by Finn Age Hänsel, includes Vayamed, avaay Medical and ZOIKS (medical cannabis), Endosane Pharmaceuticals (finished pharmaceuticals), vaay (lifestyle) and Grashaus Projects (recreational cannabis Swiss pilot project). Near Frankfurt am Main, Sanity Group also operates a logistics and production facility for cannabis pharmaceuticals. More information at sanitygroup.com/press.
Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events, or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, events, performance or achievements of Organigram to differ materially from current expectations or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this news release. Risks, uncertainties and other factors involved with forward-looking information could cause actual events, results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information include changes to market conditions, consumer preferences and regulatory climate, and factors and risks as disclosed in the Circular, and the Company’s most recent annual information form, management’s discussion and analysis and other Company documents filed from time to time on SEDAR+ (see www.sedarplus.ca) and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. Such assumptions include, without limitation, the receipt of the requisite approval of the Shareholders of the Transaction Resolution at the Meeting; the receipt of all required regulatory approvals, including final approval of the TSX,; the satisfaction or waiver of all conditions to closing of the Transaction; the completion of the Transaction on the terms contemplated by the share purchase agreement dated February 18, 2026 between the Company, Sanity and the shareholders of Sanity , the completion of the private placement financing with BAT on the terms contemplated by the subscription agreement dated February 18, 2026 between BAT and the Company; and the realization of the anticipated benefits of the Transaction within the expected time periods. The forward-looking information included in this news release is provided as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Organigram Global Expands FAST™ Innovation Platform with SHRED Shotz, Leveraging SHRED Brand EquityMarch 5, 2026 6:00 AM
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FAST™-powered SHRED Shotz extends the SHRED brand into shot-sized beverages
Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”), Canada’s #1 cannabis company by market share1 is pleased to announce the launch of SHRED Shotz, a compact, single-serve 65ml cannabis beverage powered by FAST™, Organigram’s fast-acting nanoemulsion technology platform designed to deliver a 15-minute onset2.
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This launch reflects Organigram’s focus on differentiated innovation while leveraging the scale of SHRED, one of the Company’s best-known brands. SHRED surpassed $200 million in retail sales in 20253, underscoring the brand’s momentum and track record of expansion into new formats. With SHRED Shotz, Organigram is introducing a compact format designed to help broaden the beverage category and bring new consumers into the segment.
“SHRED Shotz is another clear example of how we successfully translate consumer insights into meaningful product innovation,” said Eric Williams, Organigram Global’s Vice President of Marketing. “With FAST™ powering the formulation, we are bringing that technology into a compact, single-serve beverage under the SHRED brand, allowing us to expand into new occasions with a format built for taste, convenience and predictability.”
About FAST™ nanoemulsion technology
FAST™ is a patent-pending nanoemulsion technology platform designed to support a faster-onset ingestible experience and consistent performance across product formats. Organigram has previously reported clinical pharmacokinetic (PK) research completed through the Product Development Collaboration, a joint research and development initiative with BAT, showing that, depending on the ingestible format, FAST™ delivered up to approximately 50% faster onset, improved bioavailability (the amount absorbed into the bloodstream), and up to double cannabinoid delivery at peak compared with traditional ingestible products4.
SHRED Shotz are expected to be available for sale at Canadian cannabis retailers sometime in March in Ontario and Atlantic Canada, with availability in other provinces expected to follow soon after. Each compact 65 mL bottle contains 10 mg THC and will be available in Blue Razzberry and OG Lemonade flavours.
About Organigram Global Inc.
Organigram Global Inc. is a NASDAQ Global Select Market and TSX listed company whose wholly owned subsidiary, Organigram Inc., is a licensed cultivator of cannabis and manufacturer of cannabis-derived goods in Canada. Through its acquisition of Collective Project, Organigram Global participates in the U.S. and Canadian cannabinoid beverage markets. Organigram is focused on producing high-quality cannabis for adult consumers, as well as developing international business relationships to extend the Company's global footprint. Organigram has developed and acquired a portfolio of cannabis brands, including Edison, Big Bag O’ Buds, SHRED, SHRED’ems, Monjour, Tremblant Cannabis, Collective Project, Trailblazer, BOXHOT and DEBUNK. Organigram operates cultivation and processing facilities in Moncton, New Brunswick and Lac Supérieur, Quebec, with a dedicated edibles manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Company operates two additional cannabis processing facilities in Southwestern Ontario; one in Aylmer and the other in London. The facility in Aylmer houses best-in-class CO2 and Hydrocarbon extraction capabilities, and is optimized for formulation refinement, post-processing of minor cannabinoids, and pre-roll production. The facility in London is optimized for labelling, packaging, and national fulfillment. The Company is regulated by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulations (Canada).
Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events, or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking information including expectations regarding market performance involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, events, performance or achievements of Organigram Global to differ materially from current expectations or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this news release. Risks, uncertainties and other factors involved with forward-looking information could cause actual events, results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information include timing for launch of products, changes in the regulatory landscape, acceptance of products and different product forms in the local market and factors and risks disclosed in the Company’s most recent annual information form, management’s discussion and analysis, and other Company documents filed from time to time on SEDAR+ (see www.sedarplus.ca) and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed timeframes or at all. The forward-looking information included in this news release is made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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1 Based on multiple sources (Hifyre, Weedcrawler, provincial boards, internal modelling) as of December 30, 2025.
2 Onset is defined in terms of mean blood concentrations. Onset times may vary.
3 Based on multiple sources (Hifyre, Weedcrawler, provincial boards, internal modelling) as of September 30, 2025.
4 Preliminary PK study results released August 07, 2024.
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4月前
Organigram Announces C$65.2 Million BAT Private Placement Investment in Connection with the Acquisition of Sanity GroupFebruary 19, 2026 6:00 AM
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Organigram shares priced at average C$2.72 per share representing a combination of Top-Up Rights being exercised at C$2.34/share and shares issued in connection with Sanity acquisition priced at C$3.00/share.
Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”), a leading global cannabis company, today announced that it has entered into a subscription agreement (the “Subscription Agreement”) with BT DE Investments Inc. ( “BAT”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c. (LSE: BATs and NYSE: BTI), in connection with its previously announced proposed acquisition (the “Acquisition”) of Sanity Group GmbH (“Sanity” or “Sanity Group”), including shares of Sanity owned by BAT.
The terms of the Subscription Agreement provide for the subscription by BAT for 14,027,074 Shares (as defined below) of Organigram at a price of C$3.00 per Share, for gross proceeds of C$42.08 million, and also the exercise of certain existing top-up rights to subscribe for 9,897,356 Shares at a price of C$2.335854 per Share, for gross proceeds of C$23.12 million and for total gross proceeds of C$65.2 million (collectively, the “Private Placement Investment”).
The proceeds from the Private Placement Investment, along with cash on hand (restricted Jupiter funds) and the proceeds from the previously announced up to $60 million senior secured credit facilities for which the Company entered into a fully underwritten commitment letter with ATB Financial (the “Credit Facility”), who is acting as sole lead arranger and bookrunner, shall be used to fund the cash portion of the Acquisition, related transaction expenses and general working capital purposes.
With respect to issuances of Shares under both the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment, to the extent BAT’s ownership of Shares in the Company exceeds 30.0% of the total issued and outstanding common shares (the “Common Shares”) of the Company on a post-issuance basis (the “30% Threshold”), BAT would, in lieu of Common Shares, be issued non-voting Class A convertible preferred shares of Organigram (“Preferred Shares”, and together with the Common Shares, the “Shares”). Based on Organigram’s December 31, 2025 financial statements, 135,132,782 Common Shares are outstanding, and BAT would be issued 2,353,379 Common Shares and 21,571,051 Preferred Shares pursuant to the Private Placement Investment1. The Preferred Shares are eligible for conversion into voting Common Shares in accordance with their terms, provided that such conversion would not result in BAT exceeding the 30% Threshold. The Preferred Shares are convertible initially on a one-for-one basis, provided however that the conversion rate of any outstanding Preferred Shares increases at a rate of 7.5% per annum commencing from the initial date on which such Preferred Shares are issued (subject to adjustment in certain circumstances in accordance with the purchase agreement in respect of Sanity (the “Purchase Agreement”)), until such time as the holders of Preferred Shares would beneficially own, or exercise control or direction over, directly or indirectly, with their respective affiliates, associates, related parties and any joint actors, after giving effect to the conversion of the Preferred Shares, 49.0% of the aggregate number of Common Shares issued and outstanding.
Updated figures will be included in the management information circular sent to shareholders for the Company’s annual and special meeting to be held on March 30, 2026 at which shareholders will be asked to approve the Acquisition and Private Placement.
The closing of the Private Placement Investment is subject to the closing of the Acquisition, as well as the receipt of certain regulatory approvals, including approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”), approval from Organigram’s shareholders, and the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions for a transaction of this nature.
The Company is required to obtain disinterested shareholder approval (50.1% of shares voting at the meeting, excluding any Shares held by BAT) for the Acquisition and the Private Placement under Subsections 611(c) and 604(a)(ii) of the TSX Company Manual, as the aggregate number of Shares to be issued as part of the closing consideration pursuant to the Acquisition and pursuant to the Private Placement Investment (i) will exceed 25% of Organigram’s current Shares outstanding, and (ii) will result in the value of consideration issued to BAT, an insider of the Company, exceeding 10% of the Company’s market capitalization.
In addition to the above, the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment constitute “related party transactions” under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (“MI-61-101”) and will require “majority of the minority” approval under MI 61-101, being approval by a simple majority of votes cast by the shareholders of Organigram, excluding any votes attached to the Shares held by BAT.
The Company intends to obtain the requisite shareholder approval at its annual and special shareholders’ meeting to be held on March 30, 2026.
The Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment were unanimously approved by Organigram’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) on February 18, 2026, with BAT’s nominees to the Board declaring an interest in the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment and abstaining from such votes.
Additional Information Regarding the Acquisition and Private Placement Investment
A copy of the Purchase Agreement and the Subscription Agreement governing the Private Placement Investment will be filed on Organigram’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca. Additional information regarding the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment will be included in a material change report to be filed by Organigram on www.sedarplus.ca. This press release is only a summary of certain principal terms of the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the more detailed information contained in the material change report.
About Organigram
Organigram Global Inc. is a NASDAQ Global Select Market and TSX listed company whose wholly owned subsidiary, Organigram Inc., is a licensed cultivator of cannabis and manufacturer of cannabis-derived goods in Canada. Through its acquisition of Collective Project Limited, Organigram Global participates in the U.S. and Canadian cannabinoid beverage markets. Organigram is focused on producing high-quality cannabis for adult consumers, as well as developing international business partnerships to extend the Company's global footprint. Organigram has also developed and acquired a portfolio of cannabis brands, including Edison, Big Bag O’ Buds, SHRED, SHRED’ems, Monjour, Tremblant Cannabis, Collective Project, Trailblazer, BOXHOT and DEBUNK. Organigram operates facilities in Moncton, New Brunswick and Lac Supérieur, Quebec, with a dedicated edibles manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Company also operates two additional cannabis processing facilities in Southwestern Ontario; one in Aylmer and the other in London. The facility in Aylmer houses best-in-class CO2 and Hydrocarbon extraction capabilities, and is optimized for formulation refinement, post-processing of minor cannabinoids, and pre-roll production. The facility in London will be optimized for labelling, packaging, and national fulfillment. The Company is regulated by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulations (Canada).
Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events, or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking-statements. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, events, performance or achievements of Organigram to differ materially from current expectations or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this news release. Specifically, statements regarding the expected closing of the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment, the sources of funds to finance the Acquisition, and numbers of Shares to be issued in respect of the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment are forward-looking statements.
Risks, uncertainties and other factors involved with forward-looking information could cause actual events, results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements reflect current beliefs of management of the Company with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management including the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis and opinions of management of the Company considering their experience, perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments as well as other factors that management believes to be relevant as at the date such statements are made, including, but not limited to, that shareholders will vote to approve the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment, and that the conditions to closing the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment will be satisfied within a reasonable period of time. Forward-looking statements involve significant known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievement to be materially different from any future forward-looking statements. There is a risk that one or more of the Acquisition, Private Placement Investment and/or the Credit Facility does not close or close within the expected timeline. Material risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from forward-looking statements include not receiving approval for the Acquisition and Private Placement Investment from the shareholders, not receiving any of the regulatory approvals (including approval from the TSX and foreign direct investment clearance from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy) required to close the Acquisition and Private Placement Investment, the timing and outcome of any such regulatory review negatively impacting the Acquisition, that all conditions to the closing of the Purchase Agreement will not be satisfied, that the Acquisition will not be completed on the terms set forth in the Purchase Agreement, that the Acquisition will not close, inherent uncertainty associated with the financial and other projections (including projections relating to revenue, EBITDA, valuation and earnout calculations) as well as market changes arising that reduce or eliminate the benefits of the Acquisition; the prompt and effective integration of Sanity into the Company not being possible; the ability to achieve the anticipated synergies and value-creation contemplated by the business combination not being possible or being delayed; the response of business partners and retention as a result of the business combination being negative; the impact of competitive responses to the business combination negatively impacting the Company; the ability to achieve the expected manufacturing and production output not being possible; the risk that Sanity may not achieve the financial performance thresholds required for the payment of some or all of the earnout consideration; and the diversion of management time on business combination-related issues. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Other risks and uncertainties not presently known to the Company or that the Company presently believe are not material could also cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements contained herein. For a more detailed discussion of risks and other factors, see the factors and risks disclosed in the Company’s most recent annual information form, management’s discussion and analysis and other Company documents filed from time to time on SEDAR+ (see www.sedarplus.ca) and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.
Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. The forward-looking information included in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Required Early Warning Disclosure
On February 18, 2026, Organigram entered into the Purchase Agreement. Pursuant to the Acquisition, the sellers listed in the Purchase Agreement will be entitled to receive upfront consideration on the closing of the Acquisition (the “Upfront Consideration”), and subject to the achievement of certain financial performance metrics of Sanity for the twelve months following closing of the Acquisition, certain earn-out consideration (the “Earnout Consideration”). BAT has elected to receive Shares of Organigram for its consideration under the Purchase Agreement in lieu of cash for its interest in Sanity.
Completion of the Acquisition is subject to certain closing conditions, including, among other things, receipt of all required regulatory approvals, including approval of the TSX and clearance under Germany’s foreign direct investment regime.
Pursuant to the Acquisition, BAT is expected to receive 13,693,120 Preferred Shares as Upfront Consideration and 6,625,559 Common Shares as Earnout Consideration, based on Organigram’s 135,141,944 Common Shares issued and outstanding as of the date hereof and assuming the floor earnout share price of C$3.00, a EUR:CAD exchange rate of 1.62, and that the full earnout is achieved.
The Shares issued pursuant to the Upfront Consideration will be priced at C$3.00 per Share (C$41,079,359 in the aggregate), and the Shares issued pursuant to the Earnout Consideration will be priced at the 20-day volume-weighted average price of the Common Shares on the TSX on the trading day prior to settlement, subject to a C$3.00 floor and C$4.00 cap (C$19,876,677.00 in the aggregate, assuming an issuance at C$3.00).
Based on Organigram’s current 135,141,944 Common Shares issued and outstanding as of the date hereof, BAT would be issued 2,353,379 Common Shares and 21,571,051 Preferred Shares pursuant to the Private Placement Investment.
The following table illustrates BAT’s current shareholdings in Organigram, as well as its expected shareholdings in Organigram on completion of the Private Placement Investment and the Acquisition. The following figures are basic only (except where otherwise indicated) and are based on the Company’s 135,141,944 Common Shares issued and outstanding as of the date hereof. The following figures are presented and calculated in accordance with, and provided for purposes of compliance with, National Instrument 62-103 - The Early Warning System and Related Take-Over Bid and Insider Reporting Issues (“NI 62-103”) and Form 62-103F1 – Required Disclosure Under the Early Warning Requirements.
Holdings (% of class)
Current (February 18, 2026)
Private Placement Investment + Acquisition (Upfront Only)
Pro-Forma (Private Placement Investment + Upfront Only)
Earnout (assuming Maximum Payable)**
Pro-Forma (Private Placement Investment + Maximum Earnout)
BAT Common Share Holdings
40,134,389 (29.7%)
2,353,379
42,487,768 (30.0%)
6,625,559
49,113,327 (25.5%)
BAT Preferred Share Holdings
13,794,163 (100%)
35,264,171
49,058,344 (100%)
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49,058,334 (100%)
BAT Common and Preferred Share Holdings (including accretion on Preferred Shares and partially diluted to assume conversion of Preferred Shares)
55,269,845 (36.8%)
37,617,550
93,015,368 (48.4%)
6,625,559
103,430,498 (41.9%)
**Earnout assumes maximum earn-out payable at a C$3.00 floor price. The numbers of Shares in the table are calculated based on a EUR:CAD exchange rate of 1.62.
BAT entered into the Subscription Agreement, and has elected to receive consideration consisting of Shares of Organigram in lieu of cash for its interest in Sanity under the Purchase Agreement, in furtherance of its strategic investment in Organigram.
BAT intends to review its investment in Organigram on a continuing basis and may, subject to the terms of the First A&R Investor Rights Agreement and Second A&R Investor Rights Agreement (each as defined below), and depending upon a number of factors, including market and other conditions, increase or decrease its beneficial ownership, control, direction or economic exposure over securities of Organigram, through market transactions, private agreements, treasury issuances, exercise of options, convertible securities, derivatives, swaps or otherwise.
Unless otherwise consented to in writing by BAT in advance, Organigram is required to use the proceeds from the Private Placement Investment for the sole purpose of (a) funding the purchase price of the Acquisition and (b) paying transaction expenses in connection with the Acquisition.
Pursuant to the amended and restated investor rights agreement entered into on January 23, 2024, between BAT and Organigram (the “First A&R Investor Rights Agreement”), BAT has the right to nominate up to 30% of the Board, subject to BAT maintaining certain share ownership thresholds. BAT is entitled, subject to the terms and conditions of its nomination rights, to replace its nominee directors from time to time. In addition, BAT has certain governance rights, so long as it maintains certain share ownership thresholds, including pre-emptive rights, top-up rights and customary registration rights. BAT is permitted to engage with the Board regarding Organigram’s business and prospects.
On closing of the Private Placement Investment, Organigram and BAT intend to enter into a second amendment and restated investor rights agreement (the “Second A&R Investor Rights Agreement”) to amend certain provisions of the First A&R Investor Rights Agreement in order, among other things, to provide increased flexibility concerning debt financing transactions by Organigram and refresh the time periods with respect to certain provisions.
The foregoing is a summary only and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of the Subscription Agreement, the Purchase Agreement, the First A&R Investor Rights Agreement, and the form of Second A&R Investor Rights Agreement that is a schedule to the Subscription Agreement, which in each case will be filed under Organigram’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.
Organigram a corporation existing under the laws of Canada with its head office at 145 King Street West, Suite 1400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5H 1J8. The address of BAT is 103 Foulk Road, Suite 111, Wilmington, Delaware, 19803.
This press release is being issued, in part, pursuant to NI 62-103, which requires an early warning report to be filed under Organigram’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca containing additional information respecting the foregoing matters. You may also contact BAT’s media centre at +44 (0) 20 7845 2888, Victoria Buxton at +44 (0) 20 7845 2012 or Amy Chamberlain at +44 (0) 20 7845 1124 to obtain a copy of the early warning report once filed.
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4月前
Organigram Announces Proposed Acquisition of Sanity Group, a Leading German Cannabis CompanyFebruary 18, 2026 6:00 AM
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Accretive Acquisition of Sanity Group Establishes Organigram as a Global Pure Play Cannabis Company with Leadership Positions in the World’s Two Largest Federally Legal Cannabis Markets
Organigram to acquire Sanity Group for up-front consideration of €113.4 million plus a maximum earnout of up to €113.8 million tied to financial performance.
Proposed Acquisition of the Berlin-based company unites two leaders in the largest federally legal cannabis markets, boosting commercial opportunities, strengthening access to best-in-class leadership, and expanding a valuable network of supply-chain partners.
Sanity is achieving top-line growth. Annual net revenue increased from €9 million in 2023 to €60 million in 2025, including €19 million generated in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Sanity Group operates Europe’s first two legal cannabis specialty stores as part of scientific pilot projects in Switzerland.
Opportunity to capitalize on Sanity’s near-term plans to enter the UK and Poland markets and expand on existing business in Czechia.
Opportunity to bring industry-leading IP generated by the Product Development Collaboration (PDC) as well as Organigram’s products to emerging legal cannabis markets.
Organigram poised to sell significantly greater volumes of higher-margin flower into Europe with the ability to capture more of the value chain.
Acquisition is expected to be financed by a combination of cash on hand, proceeds from a new credit facility, and expected C$65.2 million equity investment by BAT.
Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”), a leading licensed producer of cannabis, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) to acquire (the “Acquisition”) all the issued and outstanding shares of Sanity Group GmbH (“Sanity” or “Sanity Group”) not currently owned by Organigram.
Upon closing of the Acquisition, Organigram will pay shareholders of Sanity (collectively, the “Vendors”) upfront consideration of €113.4 million consisting of €80.0 million cash1 and share consideration of €33.4 million in Organigram shares (the “Upfront Consideration”). In addition, the Vendors will be entitled to receive consideration of up to €113.8 million, with the first €20 million in cash1 and up to €93.8 million in Organigram shares (“Earnout Consideration”) based on Sanity’s financial performance for the 12-month period following the closing. The Upfront Consideration shares are expected to be priced at C$3.00 per Organigram share, representing a 71% premium to the C$1.75 closing price on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) on February 17, 2026. The Earnout Consideration shares shall be priced at the TSX 20-day VWAP on the trading day prior to settlement, subject to a C$3.00 floor and C$4.00 cap.
“The proposed acquisition of Sanity Group marks a pivotal step in Organigram's global expansion strategy as a leader in the rapidly expanding cannabis industry,” said James Yamanaka, CEO of Organigram. “This transformational acquisition will bring together two market leaders, extend our commercial footprint into Europe, and strengthen our competitive edge in the world’s largest federally legal cannabis markets.”
Sanity Group Overview
Berlin-based Sanity Group, founded in 2018, is one of Europe’s most prominent and respected cannabis companies. Sanity Group has established a reputation for leadership across several key market segments, including medical cannabis, recreational pilot programs, and wellbeing products. Sanity Group is led by co-founder and CEO Finn Age Hänsel, supported by a seasoned executive management team.
The team brings expertise in entrepreneurship, operational efficiency, scaling operations, logistics, and brand development.
Sanity Group’s portfolio of leading brands reflects a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, securing its position at the forefront of growth within the rapidly expanding European cannabis sector.
Sanity Group’s primary operations are centred in Germany, which is recognized as one of Europe’s fastest growing medical cannabis markets. This growth is fuelled by increased adoption among physicians, broader patient access, and a favourable regulatory landscape following the 2024 cannabis law reform. The German medical cannabis market was valued at over €2 billion in 2025, serving approximately 800,000 patients. The market is forecast to surpass €4.5 billion by 2028 expecting a 50% year-over-year growth rate, with the patient population expected to reach around 1.8 million (~2.0% of the population), bringing it on par with other major global medical markets, such as Israel (1.9%) and Australia (2.3%)2.
Sanity Group Highlights
Year-over-year net revenue growth, from €9 million in calendar 2023 to €19 million in 2024 to €60 million in 2025, including €19 million generated in the last quarter of calendar 2025. 2026 year-to-date results show a continued growth trend.
Gross margin improvement, from 15% in 2023 to 35% in 2024 to 47% in 2025.
Estimated #2 market share position as of January 2026, up from #5 in January 20252.
Strategically expanding European footprint beyond Germany and Switzerland including Poland, the UK, and Czechia.
Currently operates two locations in Swiss pilot program, with growing study participant numbers.
Deep European regulatory expertise and network, critical to navigating markets, regulatory frameworks and intelligence as the market expands.
“I am truly excited to embark on this new chapter as our company joins forces with Organigram. Sanity’s strong focus in Europe is highly complementary to Organigram’s strengths, and I have tremendous confidence in their vision and ambitious business plan to scale internationally. Together, we are poised to unlock significant growth opportunities, especially as new European markets open to both medical and recreational cannabis programs. Organigram has already proven to be an exceptional partner, bringing deep expertise in areas such as cultivation, manufacturing, R&D, and innovation. These strengths will be vital as we collectively shape the rapidly expanding global cannabis landscape” said Finn Age Hänsel, CEO of Sanity Group.
Strategic Rationale for the Acquisition
“Organigram’s proven track record in executing highly strategic and complementary M&A is exemplified by our proposed acquisition of Sanity Group—a transaction that is both strategically significant and financially accretive. By combining our strengths as focused cannabis pure play companies, we will be well-positioned to deliver meaningful value for our shareholders and accelerate growth in key European markets. We are truly excited about the opportunities ahead with this acquisition as we are now poised to set a new standard in the global cannabis sector together,” said Paolo De Luca, Chief Strategy Officer at Organigram.
Acquisition Highlights:
Financially accretive acquisition that is expected to bring scale and positively impact both revenue and profitability. Sanity generated positive EBITDA in 2025.
Cements Organigram’s position as a leader in the growing global cannabis market. Organigram is currently #1 in the Canadian adult use recreational market3, and on closing will become a top company in the rapidly growing German medical cannabis market, the second largest federally legal cannabis market in the world after Canada.
Provides Organigram with a vertically integrated European ‘hub’ and footprint. Will add local leadership, a strong network of strategic partners throughout the value chain across Europe as well as commercial, operational, medical and regulatory expertise.
Sanity Group operates Europe’s first two legal cannabis specialty stores as part of scientific pilot projects in Switzerland. Pilot project experience also enhances credibility for future pilot projects, including in Germany.
Provides Organigram the opportunity to bring its industry leading brands and IP to new markets globally. The combination of both teams, with the support of the Product Development Collaboration (PDC) generated IP, is expected to deliver a suite of next generation cannabis innovations, backed by science, to European medical markets.
Deal Valuation, Structuring of Consideration and Earnout
Valuation, Structuring and Earnout
Upfront
(in millions)
Maximum Contingent
(in millions)
Total Potential
(in millions)
Cash Consideration[1]
€80.0 ($129.6)
€20.0 ($32.4)
€100.0 ($162.0)
Share Consideration
33.4 (54.1)
93.8 (152.0)
127.2 (206.0)
Total to be Paid
113.4 (183.7)
113.8 (184.4)
227.2 (368.0)
Organigram Interests
16.6 (26.9)
6.2 (10.0)
22.8 (37.0)
Total Valuation
€130.0 ($210.6)
€120.0 ($194.4)
€250.0 ($405.0)
Sanity completed 2025 with net revenue of €19 million for the last quarter which, at a €130 million upfront valuation, results in a last quarter annualized (LQA) multiple of 1.7x. Based on Sanity and Germany’s historic growth rate and Euromonitor’s forecast of the Germany market doubling by 2028, Organigram expects net revenue to average approximately €25 million for the last three calendar quarters of 2026. Based on tightening competitive pressures in the German market initial expectations of gross margins of ~39% to 40% and adjusted EBITDA margins4 of 10% to 12% are targeted.
The Earnout Consideration will be calculated using a notional Sanity valuation (“Sanity Valuation”), which will be arrived at by weighing net revenue and EBITDA each by 50% after multiplying them by 1.75 and 12.5 times respectively for the 12-month period following closing (the “Earnout Period”)5. The notional Sanity Valuation will be capped at €250 million inclusive of Organigram’s interests. The Earnout Consideration will be calculated as the Sanity Valuation less the Upfront Valuation, adjusted for Organigram’s interests, and will have a maximum payout to the Vendors of €113.8 million.
Earnout Consideration will be settled with a maximum of €20 million cash1 and the remainder in Organigram shares issued at the 20-day VWAP on the TSX subject to a C$3.00 floor and C$4.00 cap.
As a condition precedent for any Earnout Consideration to be paid, Sanity must generate a minimum amount of EBITDA during the Earnout Period so that Sanity is self-sustaining from a cashflow perspective before consideration of working capital needs. Organigram will make up to €10 million available to Sanity on closing of the Acquisition to fund working capital needs in a high growth environment. To the extent that any of the €10 million is not repaid by the end of the Earnout Period, the Earnout Consideration will be reduced by the outstanding amount.
Sources of Cash
Cash consideration to Sanity shareholders1 will be funded through a combination of cash on hand (restricted Jupiter funds), the Private Placement Investment, and the proceeds of a credit facility with ATB Financial and a syndicate of lenders, in respect of which the Company has entered into an underwritten commitment, subject to customary closing conditions.
British American Tobacco plc (“BAT”) through its wholly owned subsidiary, BT DE Investments Inc., is a shareholder in both Organigram and Sanity and has opted to take Organigram share consideration in lieu of cash for its interest in Sanity.
Private Placement and Top Up Rights
Organigram is in advanced negotiations with BAT in respect of a C$65.2 million investment (the “Private Placement Investment”) to be used to finance the cash component of the Acquisition and for transaction expenses. The Private Placement Investment is expected to be comprised of an exercise by BAT of certain existing top-up rights (“Top-Up Rights”) and a private placement for Organigram shares.
ATB Financial Senior Secured Credit Facilities
ATB Financial, who is acting as sole lead arranger and bookrunner, provided a fully underwritten commitment of the senior secured credit facilities (the “Loan Facilities”) of up to $60 million. ATB will also act as administrative agent for the Loan Facilities.
The Loan Facilities include:
$40 million senior secured facility comprised of a $10 million operating line and a $30 million revolving credit facility; and
$20 million senior secured non-revolving credit facility.
The Loan Facilities will be available on closing, subject to customary closing conditions, and bear interest at ATB’s referenced benchmark rates plus a spread determined by funded debt to trailing twelve month adjusted EBITDA. The Loan Facilities are subject to normal course funded debt and fixed charge covenants.
Transaction Summary and Shareholder Approval Requirements
Pursuant to the Purchase Agreement, Organigram will indirectly acquire of all the issued and outstanding shares of Sanity Group not currently owned by Organigram. Total Upfront Consideration is €113.4 million (C$183.7 million), consisting of €80 million (C$129.6 million) in cash[1] and €33.4 million (C$54.1 million) in Organigram shares. In addition, the Vendors will be entitled to receive the Earnout Consideration. The Upfront Consideration shares will be priced at C$3.00 per Organigram share, a 71% premium to the C$1.75 closing price on the TSX on February 17, 2026 and the Earnout Consideration shares shall be priced at the TSX 20-day VWAP on the trading day prior to settlement subject to a C$3.00 floor and C$4.00 cap.
Organigram anticipates that the Acquisition, together with the Private Placement Investment and the Credit Facility (each of which is or will be conditional upon completion of the Acquisition) will close concurrently in the second quarter of 2026. Completion of the Acquisition is subject to certain closing conditions, including, among other things, receipt of all required regulatory approvals, including approval of the TSX and clearance under Germany’s foreign direct investment regime from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, and other customary closing conditions for a transaction of this nature. Organigram’s obligation to complete the Acquisition is subject to the additional conditions, including approval of the Acquisition by Organigram’s shareholders and the arrangement by Organigram, on terms and conditions satisfactory to it, of third-party financing, in an amount sufficient to pay the cash1 portion of the purchase price payable under the Purchase Agreement, which is expected to be satisfied by the closing of the Private Placement Investment and Credit Facilities.
The Company is required to obtain disinterested shareholder approval (50.1% of shares voting at the meeting, excluding any shares held by BAT) for the Acquisition under Subsections 611(c) and 604(a)(ii) of the TSX Company Manual, as the total number of shares to be issued as part of the Upfront Consideration and pursuant to the Private Placement Investment (i) will exceed 25% of Organigram’s current shares outstanding, and (ii) will result in the value of consideration issued to BAT, an insider of the Company, exceeding 10% of the Company’s market capitalization.
In addition to the above, the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment will constitute “related party transactions” under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (“MI-61-101”) and will require “majority of the minority” approval under MI 61-101, being approval by a simple majority of votes cast by the shareholders of Organigram, excluding any votes attached to the shares held by BAT.
The Company intends to obtain the requisite shareholder approval at its annual and special shareholders’ meeting to be held on March 30, 2026.
Private Placement Investment Details
Pursuant to the Private Placement Investment, BAT is expected to subscribe for 14,027,074 Organigram shares at a price of C$3.00 per share, for gross proceeds of C$42.08 million, the proceeds of which will be used to fund the Acquisition, and to also exercise certain Top-Up Rights to subscribe for 9,897,356 Organigram shares at a price of C$2.335854 per share, for gross proceeds of C$23.12 million.
The closing of the Private Placement Investment is expected to be subject to the closing of the Acquisition, as well as the receipt of certain regulatory approvals, approval from Organigram’s shareholders and other customary conditions for a transaction of this nature.
To the extent BAT’s ownership of shares in the Company exceeds 30.0% of the total issued and outstanding common shares of the Company on a post-issuance basis, BAT would, in lieu of common shares, be issued non-voting Class A convertible preferred shares of Organigram (“Preferred Shares”). Based on Organigram’s current 135,132,782 Common Shares outstanding, BAT would be issued 2,353,379 Common Shares and 21,571,051 Preferred Shares pursuant to the Private Placement Investment. The Preferred Shares would be eligible for conversion into voting Common Shares in accordance with their terms, provided that such conversion would not result in BAT’s voting interest in the Company exceeding 30%.
Pro-Forma Capitalization Table (Basic Only)6
Pro-Forma Capitalization Table
December 31, 2025
Sanity Acquisition (Upfront Only)
Pro-Forma – Upfront Only
Earnout (assuming Maximum Payable)7
Pro-Forma Assuming Maximum Payout
Sanity Investors (excluding Organigram and BAT)
-
4,139,758
4,139,758
(2.9%, 2.2%)
35,219,054
39,358,812
(21.6%, 16.7%)
Existing Organigram Shareholders (excluding BAT)
94,998,393
(70.3%, 63.3%)
94,998,393
(67.1%, 49.4%)
94,998,393
(52.2%, 40.2%)
BAT Common Share Holdings
40,134,389
(29.7%, 26.7%)
2,353,379
42,487,768
(30.0%, 22.1%)
5,300,447
47,788,215
(26.2%, 20.2%)
Total Common Shares
135,132,782
6,493,137
141,625,919
40,519,501
182,145,420
BAT Preferred Shares Including Accretion
14,994,047
(10.0%)
35,553,554
50,527,600
(26.3%)
3,789,570
54,317,170
(23.0%)
Total Common & Preferred Shares (including accretion on Preferred Shares)
150,126,829
192,153,520
236,462,591
Board of Directors Approval and Opinion Received
BMO Capital Markets has provided an oral opinion to the Investment Committee of the Board and the Board to the effect that, as of the date of such opinion, and subject to the assumptions, limitations and qualifications to be set forth in its written opinion, the consideration to be paid by the Company pursuant to the Purchase Agreement is fair, from a financial point of view, to the Company (the “Opinion”).
After considering the Opinion and the advice of its financial and legal advisors, among other factors, the Board has unanimously determined that the Acquisition and the Credit Facility are in the best interests of Organigram with BAT’s nominees to the Board declaring an interest in such matters thereby abstaining from the vote. [8]
Additional Information Regarding the Acquisition and Private Placement Investment
Copies of the Purchase Agreement and the definitive agreement governing the Private Placement Investment and a material change report containing additional information regarding the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment will be filed on Organigram’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). This press release is only a summary of certain principal terms of the Acquisition and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the more detailed information contained in the material change report.
Advisors and Counsel
In connection with the Acquisition, Organigram engaged EY for financial and tax advisory work, BMO Capital Markets to provide the Fairness Opinion, Hogan Lovells LLP as its local legal counsel in Germany, and Goodmans LLP as its Canadian legal counsel. Sanity Group engaged its former Managing Director and Chief Investment & Strategy Officer Max Narr for the management of the Acquisition and Rothschild as its exclusive financial advisor. Katharina Erbe (RSR) and Patrick Biagosch (Biagosch Partner) acted as its legal counsel in Germany and McMillan LLP as its legal counsel in Canada. BAT engaged Stikeman Elliott LLP as its legal counsel in Canada in connection with the Private Placement Investment.
Investor Presentation
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About Organigram
Organigram Global Inc. is a NASDAQ Global Select Market and TSX listed company whose wholly owned subsidiary, Organigram Inc., is a licensed cultivator of cannabis and manufacturer of cannabis-derived goods in Canada. Through its acquisition of Collective Project Limited, Organigram Global participates in the U.S. and Canadian cannabinoid beverage markets. Organigram is focused on producing high-quality cannabis for adult consumers, as well as developing international business partnerships to extend the Company's global footprint. Organigram has also developed and acquired a portfolio of cannabis brands, including Edison, Big Bag O’ Buds, SHRED, SHRED’ems, Monjour, Tremblant Cannabis, Collective Project, Trailblazer, BOXHOT and DEBUNK. Organigram operates facilities in Moncton, New Brunswick and Lac Supérieur, Quebec, with a dedicated edibles manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Company also operates two additional cannabis processing facilities in Southwestern Ontario; one in Aylmer and the other in London. The facility in Aylmer houses best-in-class CO2 and Hydrocarbon extraction capabilities, and is optimized for formulation refinement, post-processing of minor cannabinoids, and pre-roll production. The facility in London will be optimized for labelling, packaging, and national fulfillment. The Company is regulated by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulations (Canada).
About Sanity Group
Sanity Group aims to improve people’s quality of life through the use of cannabinoids and the utilization of the endocannabinoid system. The focus is on cannabinoid-based pharmaceuticals and consumer goods. To harness the full potential of cannabis, Sanity Group invests in research of the cannabis plant and its active ingredients as well as in specific areas of application. Sanity Group, co-founded in Berlin in 2018 by Finn Age Hänsel, includes Vayamed, avaay Medical and ZOIKS (medical cannabis), Endosane Pharmaceuticals (finished pharmaceuticals), vaay (lifestyle) and Grashaus Projects (recreational cannabis Swiss pilot project). Near Frankfurt am Main, Sanity Group also operates a logistics and production facility for cannabis pharmaceuticals. More information at sanitygroup.com/press.
Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events, or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking-statements. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, events, performance or achievements of Organigram to differ materially from current expectations or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this news release. Specifically, statements regarding the expected closing of the Acquisition, the sources of funds to finance the Acquisition, the terms of the Private Placement Investment, the expected benefits of the Acquisition, the future business prospects of Organigram, and Organigram’s expectations in respect of net revenue for 2026 are forward-looking statements. In calculating net revenue for 2026 and making statements about Sanity’s financial performance, the Company has made assumptions that are based on presumed growth rates in Germany, Sanity continuing to hold one of the top market share positions, continued availability of flower supply from Canadian and other international cultivators, and market conditions, pricing and margins not deteriorating beyond the already forecasted reduction in gross margins. Such assumptions are based on management's assessment of the relevant information currently available and any financial outlook included herein is provided for the purpose of helping readers understand management's current expectations and plans for the future as of the date hereof.
Risks, uncertainties and other factors involved with forward-looking information could cause actual events, results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements reflect current beliefs of management of the Company with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management including the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis and opinions of management of the Company considering their experience, perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments as well as other factors that management believes to be relevant as at the date such statements are made, including, but not limited to, that the Company will come to terms with BAT in respect of the Private Placement Investment, that shareholders will vote to approve the Acquisition and the Private Placement Investment, and that the conditions to closing the Acquisition, the Private Placement Investment and the Credit Facility will be satisfied within a reasonable period of time or at all. Forward-looking statements involve significant known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievement to be materially different from any future forward-looking statements. There is a risk that one or more of the Acquisition, the Private Placement Investment and/or the Credit Facility does not close or close within the expected timeline. There is a risk that some or all the expected benefits of the Acquisition may fail to materialize or may not occur within the time periods anticipated by the Company. The challenge of coordinating previously independent businesses makes evaluating the business and future financial prospects of the Company following the business combination difficult. Material risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from forward-looking statements include not receiving approval for the Acquisition and Private Placement Investment from the shareholders, not receiving any of the regulatory approvals (including approval from the TSX and foreign direct investment clearance from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action) required to close the Acquisition and Private Placement Investment, the timing and outcome of any such regulatory review negatively impacting the Acquisition, that all conditions to the closing of the Purchase Agreement will not be satisfied, that the Acquisition will not be completed on the terms set forth in the Purchase Agreement, that the Acquisition will not close, inherent uncertainty associated with the financial and other projections (including projections relating to revenue, EBITDA, valuation and earnout calculations) as well as market and regulatory changes arising that reduce or eliminate the benefits of the Acquisition; the effective integration of Sanity into the Company not being possible; the ability to achieve the anticipated synergies and value-creation contemplated by the business combination not being possible or being delayed; the response of business partners and retention as a result of the business combination being negative; the impact of competitive responses to the business combination negatively impacting the Company; the ability to achieve the expected manufacturing and production output including flower supply not being possible; the risk that Sanity may not achieve the financial performance thresholds required for the payment of some or all of the Earnout Consideration; and the diversion of management time on business combination-related issues. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Other risks and uncertainties not presently known to the Company or that the Company presently believe are not material could also cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements contained herein. For a more detailed discussion of risks and other factors, see the factors and risks disclosed in the Company’s most recent annual information form, management’s discussion and analysis and other Company documents filed from time to time on SEDAR+ (see www.sedarplus.ca) and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.
Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information, and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. The forward-looking information included in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
1 BAT has opted to take Organigram shares in lieu of cash for its interest in Sanity.
2 Source: Euromonitor, Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, Israel Health Ministry, Market Estimates (Europe)
3 HiFyre, January 2026 (Canada)
4 Refer to Organigram’s Q1-2026 calculation of adjusted EBITDA in its MD&A – in general the Sanity acquisition will have less IFRS to adjusted EBITDA adjustments.
5 An indicative target net revenue of €143 million and target EBITDA of €20 million for the Earnout Period was modelled as one example of achieving the full Earnout but the Earnout can be achieved through other combinations of net revenue and EBITDA.
6 Percent (%) holdings in parenthesis reflect holdings as % of common shown first and % of common and preferred second except second last row which reflects % of common and preferred only.
7 Under the maximum earnout Organigram has initially calculated issuing 40.5 million shares at an assumed $3.75 share price. With a $3.00 floor and $4.00 cap for Earnout Shares Organigram would be required to issue a maximum of 50.6 million shares and a minimum of 38.0 million shares respectively.
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For Organigram Media enquiries:
Sonia Prashar
soniaprashar@sppublicrelations.com
For Organigram Investor Relations enquiries:
Max Schwartz
Director of Investor Relations
investors@organigram.ca
Original: Organigram Announces Proposed Acquisition of Sanity Group, a Leading German Cannabis Company
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Organigram to Report First Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results on February 10, 2026February 3, 2026 6:00 AM
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Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”), Canada's #1 cannabis company by market share, announced today it will report earnings results for its first quarter fiscal 2026 ended December 31, 2025, on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, prior to market open.
The Company will host a conference call to discuss its results with details as follows:
Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Time: 8:00 am Eastern Time
To register for the conference call, please use this link:
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To ensure you are connected for the full call, we suggest registering a day in advance or at minimum 10 minutes before the start of the call. After registering, a confirmation will be sent through email, including dial in details and unique conference call codes for entry. Registration is open through the live call.
To access the webcast:
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Participants will receive their details via email.
A replay of the webcast will be available within 24 hours after the conclusion of the call at https://www.organigram.ca/investors and will be archived for a period of 90 days following the call.
About Organigram
Organigram Global Inc. is a NASDAQ Global Select Market and TSX listed company whose wholly owned subsidiaries include Organigram Inc., a licensed cultivator and processor. Through its acquisition of Collective Project Limited, Organigram Global participates in the US and Canadian cannabinoid beverages markets.
Organigram is focused on producing high-quality cannabis for adult consumers, as well as developing international business partnerships to extend the Company's global footprint. Organigram has also developed and acquired a portfolio of cannabis brands, including Edison, Big Bag O’ Buds, SHRED, Monjour, Tremblant, Collective Project, Trailblazer, BOXHOT and DEBUNK. Organigram operates facilities in Moncton, New Brunswick and Lac Supérieur, Quebec, with a dedicated edibles manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Company also operates two additional cannabis processing facilities in Southwestern Ontario; one in Aylmer and the other in London. The facility in Aylmer houses best-in-class extraction capabilities, and is optimized for formulation refinement, post-processing of minor cannabinoids, and infused pre-roll production. The facility in London will be optimized for labelling, packaging, and national fulfillment. The Company is regulated by Health Canada under the Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulations.
Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events, or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking information including expectations regarding market performance, involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, events, performance or achievements of Organigram Global to differ materially from current expectations or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this news release. Risks, uncertainties and other factors involved with forward-looking information could cause actual events, results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information include factors and risks disclosed in the Company’s most recent annual information form, management’s discussion and analysis, and other Company documents filed from time to time on SEDAR+ (see www.sedarplus.ca) and filed or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. The forward-looking information included in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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For Investor Relations enquiries:
Max Schwartz, Director of Investor Relations
investors@organigram.ca
For Media enquiries:
Megan McCrae, Senior Vice President – Global Brands and Corporate Affairs
megan.mccrae@organigram.ca
Original: Organigram to Report First Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results on February 10, 2026
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