KELOWNA, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 4, 2026 / Avant Brands Inc. (TSX:AVNT)(OTCQX:AVTBF)(FRA:1BU) ("Avant" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce the voting results from its annual general and special meeting (the "Meeting") of the shareholders of the Company (the "Shareholders") held on May 4, 2026.

A total of 4,135,344 common shares were represented in person or by proxy at the Meeting, representing 27.85% of the total issued and outstanding common shares of the Company.

The complete voting results from the Meeting are as follows:

1. Election of Directors
Each of the five nominees listed in the management information circular of the Company dated March 25, 2026 were elected to hold office until the next annual meeting of Shareholders or until their successors are duly elected or appointed. Proxies were tabulated as follows:

2. Re-Appointment of Auditor
Ernst & Young LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants were re-appointed as auditor of the Company for the ensuing year at a remuneration to be fixed by the Company's board of directors.

3. ShareholderRights Plan
The Company's shareholder rights plan was approved.

The results on all matters voted at the Meeting are reported in the Report of Voting Results, filed on SEDAR+ under the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.com.

About Avant Brands Inc.

Avant Brands Inc. (TSX:AVNT)(OTCQX:AVTBF)(FRA:1BU) is a leading innovator in premium cannabis products, driven by a commitment to exceptional quality and craftsmanship. As one of Canada's largest indoor producers, the company operates multiple production facilities across the country, cultivating unique and high-quality cannabis strains.

Avant offers a diverse product portfolio catering to recreational, medical, and export markets. Its renowned consumer brands, including blk mkt™, Tenzo™, Cognōscente™, flowr™, and Treehugger™, are available in key recreational markets across Canada. The company's international footprint spans Australia, Israel, and Germany, with its flagship brand blk mkt™ leading the way. Avant also serves qualified medical patients nationwide through its Avant medical cannabis brand, accessible via the Avant Medical portal and trusted partner network.

Avant is a publicly traded company, listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and accessible to international investors through the OTCQX Best Market (OTCQX) and Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FRA). Headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, the company operates in strategic locations throughout Canada.

Investor Relations:

For inquiries, please contact Investor Relations at:
Avant Brands Inc.
1-800-351-6358
ir@avantbrands.ca

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Learn More:

For more information about Avant, including investor presentations and details about its consumer brands, please visit the company website: www.avantbrands.ca

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SOURCE: Avant Brands Inc.