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Crown Capital Announces Anticipated Delay in Annual Filings and Application for Management Cease Trade Order

REVISED VERSION

Editor’s Note: This press release revises the version issued on June 17, 2026 to include certain other required information, including additional comments re: the expected date of filing the Corporation’s Annual Financial Filings.

Crown Capital Announces Anticipated Delay in Annual Filings and Application for Management Cease Trade Order

CALGARY, ALBERTA, June 26, 2026 – Crown Capital Partners Inc. (“Crown” or the “Corporation”) (TSX: CRWN) announces today that as a result of delays to its audit, the Company’s audited annual financial statements, the related management’s discussion and analysis (MD&A), the related officer certifications, and the annual information form for the 15-month period ended March 31, 2026 (collectively, the “Annual Financial Filings”), are not expected to be finalized by June 29, 2026, being the date that such filings are due under National Instrument 51-102 – Continuous Disclosure Obligations. The Corporation currently estimates that the Annual Financial Filings will be filed on or about August 31, 2026.

Reason for the Delay

The expected delay is due to the late appointment of an independent auditor to succeed KPMG LLP, which resigned as auditor of Crown at the request of the Corporation effective October 14, 2025.  Effective June 16, 2026, a successor auditor has been engaged to perform an audit of Crown’s consolidated financial statements for the 15-month period ended March 31, 2026.

The Corporation and its independent auditors are working diligently and cooperatively to complete the audit as rapidly as possible. The successor auditor anticipates a filing date of August 31, 2026 based on its budget for the number of hours required to complete the audit and their current staffing availability. The Corporation has dedicated staff available to assist the auditors throughout the audit process and does not anticipate any delays in providing them with required information on a timely basis.

Application for a Management Cease Trade Order

In light of the anticipated delay, the Corporation has applied to its principal regulator, the Alberta Securities Commission (the “ASC”), for a Management Cease Trade Order (“MCTO”) under National Policy 12-203 – Management Cease Trade Orders (“NP 12-203”). The granting of the MCTO is at the discretion of the ASC and there can be no guarantee or assurance that the MCTO will be granted.

If granted, the MCTO will restrict trading in the Corporation’s securities by the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer of the Company. The issuance of an MCTO will generally not affect the ability of the general public to trade the securities of the Corporation on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

If the application is denied, the Corporation’s failure to file the Annual Financial Filings by the Filing Deadline could result in the issuance of a general public Cease Trade Order (CTO) by the ASC, which would halt all trading of the Corporation’s securities.

Alternative Information Guidelines

The Corporation confirms that it intends to satisfy the provisions of the “alternative information guidelines” set out in Section 10 of NP 12-203. This includes issuing bi-weekly status update news releases every 14 days following the default until the Annual Financial Filings are successfully filed.

The Corporation further confirms that it is not involved in any insolvency proceedings and that there is no material information concerning the affairs of the Corporation that has not been generally disclosed other than in respect of a management information circular containing (i) details of matters to be discussed at an upcoming meeting of the holders of its outstanding 12% Senior Secured Debentures and (ii) details of its agreement to sell its shares of Galaxy Broadband Communications Inc. to Calian Group Ltd., as announced in the Corporation’s press release issued on June 25, 2026 and which Crown expects to file and mail in the coming days.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release contains certain “forward looking statements” and certain “forward looking information” as defined under applicable Canadian and U.S. securities laws. Forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “may”, “will”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “continue”, “plans” or similar terminology. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements, management’s beliefs, expectations or intentions regarding the estimated filing date of the Corporation’s Annual Financial Filings, satisfaction of the Corporation’s reporting requirements as set out in Section 10 of NP 12-203, the issuance of an MCTO or a CTO to the Corporation and the expected timing of the filing and mailing of a management information circular. Forward-looking statements are based on forecasts of future results, estimates of amounts not yet determinable and assumptions that while believed by management to be reasonable, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties concerning the specific factors identified in the Crown’s periodic filings with Canadian securities regulators. See Crown’s most recent annual information form for a detailed discussion of the risk factors affecting Crown. Crown undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information except as required by applicable law. Such forward-looking information represents management’s best judgment based on information currently available. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed and actual future results may vary materially. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information.

For further information, please contact:

Michael Overvelde

Chief Financial Officer

investor.relations@crowncapital.ca

(416) 640-6887

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Crown Capital Announces Agreement to Sell Galaxy Broadband Communications to Calian

CALGARY, ALBERTA, June 25, 2026 – Crown Capital Partners Inc. (“Crown” or the “Corporation”) (TSX: CRWN) today announced that it has entered into a share purchase agreement (the “Galaxy Transaction”) to sell all of the issued and outstanding shares of its subsidiary, Galaxy Broadband Communications Inc. (“Galaxy”), to Calian Group Ltd. (TSX: CGY) (“Calian”). Galaxy is a Canadian leader in satellite communications and remote connectivity solutions. Completion of the Galaxy Transaction is subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions, including the approval of the holders of Crown’s outstanding 12% Senior Secured Debentures (TSX: CRWN.NT) (the “Debentureholders”), as described below.

Transaction Terms

Under the terms of the share purchase agreement, total consideration payable to Crown and its subsidiaries is up to $51.5 million, comprised of:

  • $24.0 million payable in cash at closing, subject to a 1 year, 10% holdback to deal with post closing adjustments if any; and
  • up to an additional $27.5 million in consideration payable over the three years following closing subject to the financial performance of Galaxy.

The Galaxy Transaction is expected to close in August 2026, subject to the satisfaction or waiver of customary closing conditions and the approval of Crown’s Debentureholders. There can be no assurance that the Galaxy Transaction will be completed on the terms described herein, or at all.

About Galaxy Broadband

Founded by Rick Hodgkinson, one of Canada’s satellite pioneers, Galaxy Broadband delivers secure and resilient communications and connectivity solutions to government, defense, critical infrastructure and remote community customers across Canada. Galaxy is a recognized provider of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite, private wireless and multi-orbit connectivity solutions, supporting organizations operating in some of Canada’s most remote and challenging environments, including Northern Canada.

Management Commentary

“The sale of Galaxy Broadband to Calian represents an important step in our previously announced strategy to realize value from Crown’s assets and strengthen the Corporation’s financial position,” said Chris Johnson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Crown. “Calian is a strong, well-capitalized acquirer whose space and defense focus is an excellent fit for Galaxy’s team, customers and capabilities. We believe this transaction delivers a compelling outcome for our stakeholders, and we look forward to seeking the support of our Debentureholders as we move toward completion.”

Debentureholder Approval and Meeting

Completion of the Galaxy Transaction is conditional upon, among other things, the approval of Crown’s Debentureholders. Crown intends to seek that approval at a meeting of Debentureholders (the “Meeting”) to be called for that purpose.

In connection with the Meeting, Crown intends to prepare and file a management information circular (the “Circular”) containing details of the Galaxy Transaction and the matters to be considered at the Meeting. Crown expects to file and mail the Circular in the coming days, with the Meeting expected to be held by the end of August 2026. Further details regarding the Meeting, including the record date and voting procedures, will be set out in the Circular and accompanying materials when they are made available. This news release does not constitute a solicitation of any vote or approval.

Use of Proceeds

Crown intends to apply the net proceeds of the Galaxy Transaction to the repayment of its senior credit facility and senior subordinated debentures, to pay the interest which was due on December 31, 2025 on its Debentures, and to fund other obligations of the Corporation. The additional consideration payable in future years, together with activities to maximize the value of remaining assets, is expected to provide liquidity to satisfy other obligations of the Corporation and to realize value for shareholders.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release contains certain “forward looking statements” and certain “forward looking information” as defined under applicable Canadian and U.S. securities laws. Forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “may”, “will”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “continue”, “plans” or similar terminology. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements, management’s beliefs, expectations or intentions regarding the expected timing and completion of the Galaxy Transaction, the receipt of Debentureholder approval, regulatory and other approvals, the timing for filing and mailing of the Circular and holding of the Meeting, the amount and timing of consideration to be received, the use of proceeds, and the Corporation’s strategy, liquidity and restructuring objectives. Forward-looking statements are based on forecasts of future results, estimates of amounts not yet determinable and assumptions that while believed by management to be reasonable, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties concerning the specific factors identified in the Crown’s periodic filings with Canadian securities regulators. See Crown’s most recent annual information form for a detailed discussion of the risk factors affecting Crown. Crown undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information except as required by applicable law. Such forward-looking information represents management’s best judgment based on information currently available. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed and actual future results may vary materially. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information.

For further information, please contact:

Michael Overvelde

Chief Financial Officer

investor.relations@crowncapital.ca

(416) 640-6887

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