CALGARY, AB, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Parkland Corporation (“Parkland”, “we”, the “Company”, or “our”) (TSX: PKI) held its annual and special meeting of shareholders on June 24, 2025 (the “Meeting”).

The Company is pleased to announce that all matters presented at the Meeting were approved, including the special resolution (the “Arrangement Resolution”) approving the arrangement with Sunoco LP (the “Arrangement”) and election of all ten nominees listed in the management information circular dated May 26, 2025 (the “Information Circular”). The complete results of voting for business considered at the Meeting are set out below and are made available on Parkland’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

The Arrangement remains subject to other closing conditions, including regulatory approvals and the final approval by the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta. The Arrangement is expected to close in the second half of 2025.

Resolution 1

Approval of the Arrangement Resolution:

Resolution 2

Election of directors of Parkland to hold office until the close of the next annual meeting of shareholders, until their successor is elected or appointed, or until they otherwise cease to hold office:

Resolution 3

Reappointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Chartered Accountants, as auditor of Parkland until the close of the next annual meeting of shareholders, with remuneration to be determined by the board of directors of Parkland:

Resolution 4

Approval, on a non-binding and advisory basis, of Parkland’s approach to executive compensation as set forth and described in the Information Circular:

About Parkland Corporation
Parkland is a leading international fuel distributor, marketer, and convenience retailer with safe and reliable operations in twenty-six countries across the Americas. Our retail network meets the fuel, and convenience needs of everyday consumers. Our commercial operations provide businesses with fuel to operate, complete projects and better serve their customers. In addition to meeting our customers’ needs for essential fuels, Parkland provides a range of choices to help them lower their environmental impact, including manufacturing and blending renewable fuels, ultra-fast EV charging, a variety of solutions for carbon credits and renewables, and solar power. With approximately 4,000 retail and commercial locations across Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean region, we have developed supply, distribution, and trading capabilities to accelerate growth and business performance.

Our strategy is focused on two interconnected pillars: our Customer Advantage and our Supply Advantage. Through our Customer Advantage, we aim to be the first choice of our customers through our proprietary brands, differentiated offers, extensive network, competitive pricing, reliable service, and compelling loyalty program. Our Supply Advantage is based on achieving the lowest cost to serve among independent fuel marketers and distributors in the hard-to-serve markets in which we operate, through our well-positioned assets, significant scale, and deep supply and logistics capabilities. Our business is underpinned by our people and our values of safety, integrity, community, and respect, which are embedded across our organization.

Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements contained herein constitute forward-looking information and statements (collectively, “forward looking statements”). When used in this news release, the words “commit”, “ensure”, “enhance”, “expect”, “increase”, “ongoing”, “will”, and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. In particular, this news release contains forward-looking statements with respect to, among other things, the final approval of the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta, receipt of regulatory approvals, satisfaction of the conditions precedent to the Arrangement and the anticipated timing of closing of the Arrangement.

These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements. No assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied upon. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. Parkland does not undertake any obligations to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements except as required by securities laws. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of numerous risks, assumptions and uncertainties including, but not limited to: general economic, regulatory, market and business conditions; the completion of the Arrangement on anticipated terms and timing, or at all, including obtaining court approval, regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions; Parkland’s ability to execute its business strategy; action by other persons or companies; the expected timing of the court approval and the anticipated effective date of the Arrangement may be changed or delayed; and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of Parkland. See also the risks and uncertainties described under the headings “Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information” and “Risk Factors” in Parkland’s current Annual Information Form, under the headings “Forward-Looking Information” and “Risk Factors” in Parkland’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis for the most recently completed financial period, and under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Information Circular, each as filed on SEDAR+ and available on Parkland’s website at www.parkland.ca. The forward-looking statements contained herein are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

The forward-looking statements contained herein are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Family-owned Midwest retailer Meijer was named a Great Place to Work® for the seventh consecutive year, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to investing in its team members and ensuring they feel valued and appreciated.

Meijer achieved its highest survey score yet, particularly excelling in three areas: investing in communities, providing an environment where team members can be themselves, and ensuring team members feel valued and cared for by their leader.

The Great Place to Work® certification recognizes employers for creating an outstanding employee experience based on responses to The Trust Index Survey™, an organization-wide assessment of culture. This survey measures employee feedback across key dimensions of workplace culture, including credibility, fairness, respect, camaraderie and pride.

“Our team members are telling us that across the company we are creating a supportive environment that encourages learning and growth,” Meijer President & CEO Rick Keyes said. “This not only makes Meijer a Great Place to Work, but also helps cultivate a welcoming atmosphere for our customers to shop.”

Meijer encourages teams to foster a culture of gratitude through the company’s “mteam” program, an online platform where team members can recognize each other for contributions that make a difference, and leaders can recognize their team’s outstanding performance and everyday excellence. Along with appreciative notes, team members receive points through the program, which can be redeemed for extra pay or gift cards, merchandise, experiences, or donated to charity. In 2024, team members recognized their peers more than 4 million times. 

“We continue to push ourselves to find new ways to enhance our team member experience,” said Michelle Hall, Chief Human Resources Officer. “Our team members are core to our success, so we want to be sure they feel appreciated and valued. These results show that we are focusing on the right areas.”

Meijer team members are eligible to receive a variety of benefits, including weekly pay, team member discounts, and flexible scheduling. The retailer also invests in the success of its team members, offering free education, career advancement opportunities, paid parental leave, childcare discounts, access to multiple health insurance plan options, and the option for 401(k) retirement contributions.

Those interested in working at Meijer can view current open positions at jobs.meijer.com.

About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting newsroom.meijer.com. 

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• The partnership with EBANX makes APLAZO available to global e-commerce for the first time; it also marks EBANX’s first BNPL solution in Mexico
• The BNPL market in e-commerce in Mexico is expected to grow by 20% this year
• Blending alternative payments and local cards can triple global companies’ reach in Mexico

CURITIBA, Brazil and MEXICO CITY, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — EBANX, a global technology company specializing in payment services for emerging markets, and APLAZO, a Mexican fintech specializing in Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solutions, announce a strategic alliance to strengthen the offering of flexible payments in Mexico. This collaboration enables international online merchants to offer their customers in Mexico accessible financing options tailored to their needs.

For the first time, APLAZO will be available for cross-border e-commerce purchases through EBANX’s payment platform. By combining alternative payments like APLAZO with local cards, global companies can reach over three times more Mexican consumers compared to relying solely on international acquirers, according to EBANX analysis. This allows merchants to target an additional customer base of 72 million people in the country, according to Payments and Commerce Market Intelligence (PCMI).

“Mexico is one of the most dynamic markets in Latin America, where e-commerce is expected to grow 25% annually until 2027, with digital payment adoption aligned with this growth,” says Eduardo de Abreu, VP of Product at EBANX, citing PCMI data. “Partnering with APLAZO will allow us to expand our local reach and offer our global clients an alternative that directly responds to the preferences of Mexican consumers,” adds Abreu.

The integration of EBANX and APLAZO solutions will allow merchants to offer a more flexible payment experience, potentially generating tangible benefits such as increased average ticket size, higher purchase frequency, reduced cart abandonment, and access to new market segments, all through a seamless and simple integration.

“Our mission at APLAZO is to provide access to credit in a fair, simple, and transparent manner. This partnership with EBANX reinforces our commitment to facilitating access to financing for millions of consumers in Mexico and accelerating the digitalization of commerce in the country,” says Alex Wieland, CRO and co-founder of APLAZO.

BNPL in Mexico

BNPL is gaining traction in e-commerce in Mexico: the payment method is expected to grow by 20% in online sales this year, according to data from PCMI, and continue accelerating at an annual rate of 16% through 2027.

This growth is being driven by strong adoption among younger generations. Data from APLAZO shows that 38% of millennials and 31% of Gen Z consumers in Mexico already use BNPL as a payment method.

Track record

APLAZO has secured over USD 100 million in equity financing and USD 75 million in debt financing since its launch in 2020. Its focus on fair and transparent financial solutions has been key to its rapid expansion in the Mexican market.

Meanwhile, EBANX has consolidated its presence in Mexico since 2015, facilitating local payments for global companies and connecting over 500 of the world’s largest digital companies with customers in 29 countries across Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

ABOUT EBANX
EBANX is the leading payments platform connecting global businesses to the world’s fastest-growing digital markets. Founded in 2012 in Brazil, EBANX was built with a mission to expand access to international digital commerce. Leveraging proprietary technology, deep market expertise, and robust infrastructure, EBANX enables global companies to offer hundreds of local payment methods across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. More than just payments, EBANX drives growth, enhances sales, and delivers seamless purchase experiences for businesses and end-users alike.

For further information, please visit:
Website: https://www.ebanx.com/en/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ebanx

ABOUT APLAZO
APLAZO is the leading “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) payment platform in Mexico. Founded with the mission of empowering consumers through access to responsible, easy, and transparent financing in just 5 minutes, APLAZO enables users to shop online or in physical stores and pay in convenient and flexible biweekly installments no credit card required. Through advanced technology and strategic partnerships with merchants of all sizes, APLAZO drives credit inclusion across the country.

For further information, please visit:
Website: https://aplazo.mx/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aplazo/

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MELBOURNE, Fla., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Arkay Beverages, the global pioneer in alcohol-free spirits, proudly announces that Licor Zone Mexico, the largest spirits producer and operator in Mexico, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to acquire a 10% equity stake in Arkay Beverages.

This strategic partnership underscores Arkay’s unwavering commitment to transparency, integrity, and sustainable growth—principles that several major global spirits conglomerates have failed to uphold. In response, Arkay has made the deliberate decision to distance itself from these entities and instead align with forward-thinking partners who share its values and long-term vision.

With Arkay’s primary production facility located in Mexico, this alliance with Licor Zone Mexico is a natural and strategic fit. It strengthens Arkay’s operational foundation in the region while also providing the capital infusion needed to fuel global expansion.

The terms of the agreement remain unchanged: 10% equity for $150 million, based on a $1.5 billion valuation.

“This is more than a financial transaction,” said Reynald Vito Grattagliano, founder of Arkay Beverages. “It’s a partnership built on mutual trust, strategic alignment, and a shared mission to redefine the future of zero-proof spirits. Why look halfway across the world for a Japanese partner, when the right one is already under our feet?”

About Licor Zone Mexico
Licor Zone is Mexico’s largest spirits manufacturer, best known for its flagship brand Williamson 18, available in more than 18,267 liquor stores across the country. The company is a proud member of the Mexican Whisky Association and is based in Arandas, Jalisco—the heart of Mexico’s tequila-producing region.

[email protected] 

www.licorzone.com.mx 

About Arkay Beverages
Founded in 2011, Arkay Beverages is the world leader in alcohol-free spirits and zero-proof alternatives. With millions of bottles sold across five continents, Arkay continues to reshape the beverage industry by offering sophisticated, alcohol-free experiences for health-conscious and mindful consumers.

www.arkaybeverages.com

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