Youth inclusion in bodies of the Bank It is proposed that the Board of Directors of the Bank develop and publish a plan, by the 2026 AGM, to increase the representation of youth (aged 35 and younger) in its bodies. Supporting statement This plan will include: • measurable targets for youth representation on the Board and its advisory committees; • specific mechanisms to identify, recruit and support candidates; • an annual report on progress made and actions taken. In a global environment characterized by rapid change and complex economic, social or environmental challenges, a financial institution’s ability to anticipate and adapt to change requires — now more than ever — diverse and complementary voices in its decision-making processes. Yet young people are still largely underrepresented in the structures of major corporations in Canada, including in the banking sector. This absence is not only an equity issue but also a strategic weakness. Thanks to their proximity to the current economic, technological and social realities, young people offer a keen understanding of emerging expectations, particularly with regard to sustainable finance, digital innovation and social transformation. Their participation in corporate governance would serve to sharpen strategic thinking and better anticipate trends in behaviours, markets and risks. Multiple studies have shown that diversity in an organization’s bodies improves not only its performance and capacity for innovation, but also its resilience in crises and its credibility among stakeholders. By adopting a structured and transparent plan to promote youth inclusion in corporate governance, the Bank will send a strong signal of its commitment to building an institution that is more representative, more grounded in the realities of this country, and better prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.