Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce | Formal Recognition of the Systemic Role of the Board of Directors at Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

Status
Filed
AGM date
Previous AGM date
Proposal number
5
Resolution details
Company ticker
CM:CN
Resolution ask
Strengthen board oversight of issue
ESG theme
  • Governance
ESG sub-theme
  • Independent board
Type of vote
Shareholder proposal
Filer type
Shareholder
Company sector
Financials
Company HQ country
Canada
Resolved clause
It is proposed that the board of directors appoint a permanent advisory committee on the systemic impact of the Bank's decisions.
Supporting statement
The mandate of this committee would include, in particular: 1. Analyzing the systemic impacts of the Bank’s strategic decisions on the following issues: • Economic inequality; • Access to home ownership; • Climate and energy transition; • Social and territorial stability; • Human rights. 2. Formulating recommendations aimed at mitigating adverse external impacts and strengthening the positive societal outcomes associated with financing, investment, and risk management activities. 3. Publishing an annual systemic impact report, appended to the ESG Report, to be presented to shareholders and the public, providing concrete and verifiable indicators. Financial institutions have a decisive influence on the economy, the social fabric and the environment. Through their decisions in terms of financing, investment, and risk management, they contribute directly to shaping crucial issues such as access to housing, the fight against inequality, climate transition, and social stability. Major banks, in particular, are being called upon to take on this systemic responsibility amid ever-rising expectations from shareholders, stakeholders, and regulators for responsible corporate governance. The formal recognition of this systemic role would bring the institution’s governance into a modern, proactive approach aligned with the public interest. This would allow to: • Anticipate reputational and operational risks associated with adverse external impacts; • Strengthen the Bank’s long-term resilience; • Provide a structured response to growing societal concerns; • Demonstrate credible leadership in responsible finance. The appointment of an advisory committee on the systemic impact of the Bank’s decisions would provide the board of directors with an independent and rigorous framework for analyzing these issues, formulating tangible recommendations, and ensuring transparent follow-up. The systemic impact report, integrated into the ESG Report, would enhance accountability and provide shareholders with a clear view of the progress made.

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