Equinox Gold Corp. completed its business combination with Orla Mining Ltd., creating North America’s new senior gold producer. The combined entity is expected to produce approximately 1.1 million ounces of gold annually, with a path to more than 1.9 million ounces through growth projects. Ross Beaty stepped down as Chairman and was appointed Chairman Emeritus, while Chuck Jeannes assumed the role of incoming Chairman. CEO Darren Hall will retire effective October 31, 2026, with Jason Simpson succeeding him as Chief Executive Officer. The company intends to delist Orla shares from the Toronto Stock Exchange and NYSE American. Equinox Gold operates in the gold mining industry.

At a special meeting held on July 22, 2026, shareholders approved a resolution to authorize the issuance of up to 421,770,377 common shares. This issuance is intended to facilitate the acquisition of all outstanding shares of Orla Mining Ltd. The resolution received 507,548,903 votes in favor (99.83%) and 866,815 votes against (0.17%). Equinox Gold Corp. is a gold mining company.

Equinox Gold Corp. shareholders approved the issuance of up to 421,770,377 common shares to facilitate a business combination with Orla Mining Ltd. The vote passed with 99.83% approval from 508,415,718 common shares represented at the meeting. The arrangement is expected to close on July 31, 2026, pending final court and regulatory approvals. Equinox Gold is a gold mining company.