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Shareholder Resolutions 2025

TopicSubjectResolutionCompanyMeeting DateNILGOSC VoteRationale
BoardBoard CompositionTo amend the Bylaws so as to require that the Chairman of the Board shall be an independent directorMcKesson Corp31/07/2024ForThe Company already meet this criteria, however adoption of this proposal would ensure continued alignment with globally accepted best practice.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to adopt report on risks of state policies restricting reproductive health careMcKesson Corp31/07/2024ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Board reports to disclosure of Regenerative Agriculture Practices Within Supply ChainGeneral Mills Inc24/09/2024ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Board reports on Plastic PackagingGeneral Mills Inc24/09/2024ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on Racial and Gender Pay GapsProcter & Gamble Co08/10/2024ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholder’s best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board report to shareholders on risks of weapons developmentMicrosoft Corp10/12/2024ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Corporate ActionsCompany Purpose & StrategyTo request the Board report to shareholders on Assessment of Investing in BitcoinMicrosoft Corp10/12/2024AgainstRequest is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board report to shareholders on Data Operations in Human Rights HotspotsMicrosoft Corp10/12/2024ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board report to shareholders on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Tools for Oil and Gas Development and ProductionMicrosoft Corp10/12/2024ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board report to shareholders on AI Misinformation and DisinformationMicrosoft Corp10/12/2024ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board report to shareholders on Data Sourcing AccountabilityMicrosoft Corp10/12/2024ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report to shareholders on racial and gender pay gapsVisa Inc28/01/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report to shareholders on merchant category codesVisa Inc28/01/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
BoardElection RulesTo request that the Board adopt a director resignation BylawVisa Inc28/01/2025ForThe proposal aligns with best practice and would improve shareholders’ rights.
Political ActivityPolitical ActivityTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on lobbyingVisa Inc28/01/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report on ethical AI data acquisition and usageApple Inc25/02/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances. Current disclosure is considered to be adequate.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report on costs and benefits of child sex abuse material-identifying software & user privacyApple Inc25/02/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances. Current disclosure is considered to be adequate.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board cease DEI effortsApple Inc25/02/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
Charitable ActivityCharitable EngagementTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on charitable givingApple Inc25/02/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances. Current disclosure is considered to be adequate.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report to shareholders on racial and gender hiring statisticsDeere & Co Inc26/02/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report to shareholders on effectiveness of efforts to create a meritocratic workplaceDeere & Co Inc26/02/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityOther ESGTo request that the Board report to shareholders on corporate financial sustainabilityDeere & Co Inc26/02/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request a civil rights auditDeere & Co Inc26/02/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Charitable ActivityCharitable EngagementTo request that the Board report to shareholders on charitable givingDeere & Co Inc26/02/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.  Current disclosure is considered to be adequate.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request annual disclosure of CIBC’s Energy Supply RatioCanadian Imperial Bank of Commerce03/04/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice. Increased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo report annually on measures to prevent and reduce the risk of financing companies linked to forced or child labourCanadian Imperial Bank of Commerce03/04/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo disclose employees’ language fluency by jurisdiction across all operating territoriesCanadian Imperial Bank of Commerce03/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo adopt an annual advisory vote on the Bank’s environmental and climate objectives and action planCanadian Imperial Bank of Commerce03/04/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEthical Business PracticesTo disclose non-confidential country-by-country reporting on compensation and tax practices annuallyCanadian Imperial Bank of Commerce03/04/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice. Increased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo disclose industry specific carbon risk scores and client transition plans aligned with CIBC’s 2030 targetsCanadian Imperial Bank of Commerce03/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo disclose internal pay metrics and their influence on executive compensationCanadian Imperial Bank of Commerce03/04/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice. Increased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests. Concerns with current Remuneration policy and disclosure
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board of Directors to oversee and publish a third-party racial equity auditBank of Nova Scotia08/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the bank to report on measures taken to combat forced labour and child labour in the loan portfolios, starting in 2026Bank of Nova Scotia08/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the bank to adhere to advanced Generative AI Systems and Code of ConductBank of Nova Scotia08/04/2025ForProposal would improve alignment with best practice.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the bank to disclose of languages spoken fluently by employeesBank of Nova Scotia08/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the bank to adopt an annual advisory vote regarding its climate objectives and action planBank of Nova Scotia08/04/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEthical Business PracticesTo request the bank disclose non-confidential information, country-by-country reporting, compensation ratios and tax havensBank of Nova Scotia08/04/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice. Increased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request the disclosure of internal pay metrics that explain compensation comparison between executive and non-executive employeesRoyal Bank of Canada10/04/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice. Increased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests. Concerns with current Remuneration policy and disclosure.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo report on measures being taken during the previous year to prevent and reduce the risk of loans being granted to companies using forced labour and child labourRoyal Bank of Canada10/04/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interest.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo adhere to the Voluntary Code of Conduct on the Responsible Development and Management of Advanced Generative AI SystemsRoyal Bank of Canada10/04/2025ForProposal would improve alignment with best practice.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo disclose languages mastered by employeesRoyal Bank of Canada10/04/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo adopt an annual advisory voting policy regarding its environmental and climate change objectives and action planRoyal Bank of Canada10/04/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEthical Business PracticesTo annually disclose non-confidential information, country-by-country reporting, pay ratios and tax havensRoyal Bank of Canada10/04/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice. Increased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo produce a report on the loans it granted over the past few years in support of a circular economyRoyal Bank of Canada10/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo hold annual meetings in person, virtual meetings being in addition to, not in replacement of, in-person meetingsRoyal Bank of Canada10/04/2025AgainstCurrent policies and processes are considered to be sufficient.
Political ActivityPolitical ActivityTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on the Company’s political donationsCharter Communications Inc22/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
BoardElection RulesTo request the Board to nominate more director candidatesBank of America Corp22/04/2025AgainstCurrent policies and processes are considered to be sufficient.
SustainabilityAnimal welfareTo request a report on board oversight of risks related to animal welfareBank of America Corp22/04/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interest.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on climate lobbyingBank of America Corp22/04/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Board reports to shareholders on energy financing ratioBank of America Corp22/04/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that shareholders may call a special shareholder meetingIQVIA Holdings Inc24/04/2025ForIncreased alignment to best practice and in the best interests of shareholders.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request that the Board adopt a policy to seek shareholder approval of senior managers’ new or renewed pay package that provides for golden parachute paymentsJohnson & Johnson Inc24/04/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests. Concerns with current Remuneration policy.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo urge the Board of Directors to oversee conduct of human rights due diligence to produce a human rights impact assessmentJohnson & Johnson Inc24/04/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Political ActivityPolitical ActivityTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on lobbyingInternational Business Machines Corp29/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo approve a shareholder proposal requesting an annual report on hiring and recruitment discriminationInternational Business Machines Corp29/04/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityEthical Business PracticesTo request the Board issue a third party assessment on the Company’s efforts to assess and mitigate potential health harms associated with the use of non-sugar sweetenersCoca-Cola Co; The30/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the company to publish a report that identifies the types and quantities of food and beverage waste in its global waste streams including related disposal methods and establishes measurable/timebound targets for reducing that wasteCoca-Cola Co; The30/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
BoardBoard CommitteeTo request the Board of Directors to form an Improper Influence Committee to evaluate potential undue influence on Company decisions and publish a report on their findings by the end of 2025Coca-Cola Co; The30/04/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request the Board of Directors’ Talent and Compensation Committee to revisit its incentive guidelines for executive pay, to identify and consider eliminating discriminatory DEI goals from compensation inducementsCoca-Cola Co; The30/04/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
Political ActivityPolitical ActivityTo request the Board to publish a report, six months before the next AGM, on the negative impacts of associating the brand with politically divisive events against its stated goalsCoca-Cola Co; The30/04/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request Board to evaluate and report within a year on how it manages risks of discrimination against ad buyers and sellers based on political or religious views, while protecting proprietary and confidential informationCoca-Cola Co; The30/04/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that shareholders may call a special shareholder meetingMolina Healthcare Inc30/04/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and would improve shareholder rights.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to amend the Bylaws to remove the one-year holding requirement for calling a special shareholder meetingChurch & Dwight Co Inc01/05/2025AgainstProposal does not align with best practice.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request the improvement of the executive compensation programIntuitive Surgical Inc01/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests. Concerns held with current Remuneration policy.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request that the Board adopt a policy requiring a non-binding shareholder vote on senior managers’ new or renewed pay packages that include severance or termination payments exceeding 2.99 times the sum of base salary and target short-term bonus.Intuitive Surgical Inc01/05/2025ForConcerns held with current Remuneration policy
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request that the Board adopt a policy to seek shareholder approval of senior managers’ new or renewed pay package that provides for golden parachute paymentsIllinois Tool Works Inc02/05/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests. Concerns held with current Remuneration policy – excessive severance provisions in place.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Company publish a report regarding the costs and benefits of Berkshire Hathaway Energy’s voluntary environmental activitiesBerkshire Hathaway Inc03/05/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request that the Company disclose the highest NEO’s pay ratioBerkshire Hathaway Inc03/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board of Directors conduct an evaluation and issue a civil rights and non-discrimination report within the next yearBerkshire Hathaway Inc03/05/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board of Directors oversee an independent racial discrimination auditBerkshire Hathaway Inc03/05/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Company designate a Board Committee to oversee the Company’s diversity and inclusion strategyBerkshire Hathaway Inc03/05/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Company annually disclose its clean energy financing ratioBerkshire Hathaway Inc03/05/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board charter a new committee of independent directors to address risks associated with the development and deployment of AI across the Company’s operationsBerkshire Hathaway Inc03/05/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Political ActivityPolitical ActivityTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on the Company’s political spendingsCBOE Global Markets Inc06/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in Shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that shareholders may call a special shareholder meetingNVR Inc06/05/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and would improve shareholder rights.
SustainabilityEthical Business PracticesTo request a third party assessment on non-sugar sweetener risksPepsico Inc07/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request a third party racial equity auditPepsico Inc07/05/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board report to shareholders on biodiversity and nature lossPepsico Inc07/05/2025ForIncreased sustainability reporting is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to adopt Sustainable Packaging Policies for PlasticsPepsico Inc07/05/2025ForIncreased transparency and alignment to best practice for sustainability issues is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request that the Board amend the clawback policyUnion Pacific Corp08/05/2025ForIncreased accountability is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request that the Board adopt a policy to seek shareholder approval of senior managers’ new or renewed pay package that provides for golden parachute paymentsCapital One Financial Corp08/05/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests. Concerns held with current Remuneration policy – excessive severance provisions in place.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to amend the governing documents to implement simple majority voting provisionsAbbvie Inc09/05/2025ForProposal improves alignment with best practice.
BoardBoard CompositionTo request that the Board establish a policy of the Chairman being an independent directorColgate-Palmolive Co09/05/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and NILGOSC policy.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to Revisit Plastic Packaging PoliciesColgate-Palmolive Co09/05/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to remove policies to reduce emissionsConocoPhillips13/05/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Board reports on how it plans to reduce its total contribution to climate changeCentene Corp13/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Board reports disclosing if and how the Company is protecting retirement plan beneficiaries from increased future portfolio risk created by present-day investments in high-carbon companiesCentene Corp13/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to report on  the Effectiveness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion EffortsElevance Health Inc14/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that shareholders may call a special shareholder meetingAdvanced Micro Devices Inc14/05/2025AgainstProposal does not align with best practice.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request that the Board amend the clawback policyFiserv Inc14/05/2025ForIncreased accountability is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that a lower threshold is required for shareholders to call a special shareholder meetingAmphenol Corp15/05/2025AgainstProposal does not align with best practice.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo approve a shareholder proposal regarding greenhouse gas emissions reportChubb Ltd15/05/2025AgainstIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that shareholders may act by written consentCDW Corp20/05/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that shareholders may call a special shareholder meetingVerisk Analytics Inc20/05/2025ForProposal improves alignment with best practice and is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to evaluate and report how it oversees risks related to discrimination against ad buyers and sellers based on their political or religious status or viewsMcDonald’s Corp20/05/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances. Current policies and processes are considered to be sufficient.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Company to disclose an assessment of whether its current climate transition plans and related resource commitments can reasonably achieve its 2030 and 2050 emissions reduction targets, or whether additional plans or commitments are necessary.McDonald’s Corp20/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interest
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request the Board of Directors’ Compensation Committee to revisit its incentive guidelines for executive pay, to identify and consider eliminating discriminatory DEI goals from compensation inducementsMcDonald’s Corp20/05/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
BoardBoard CompositionTo request that the Board establish a policy of separating the roles of Chairperson and Chief Executive OfficerAmazon.com Inc21/05/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and NILGOSC policy.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the board to provide a report on civil liberties in advertising servicesAmazon.com Inc21/05/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Company to disclose all material Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions associated with its retail salesAmazon.com Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Company to provide a report that assesses the impact of the data centres they are planning to build on their climate commitmentsAmazon.com Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to commission an independent, third-party assessment of its structure in providing oversight of human rights risks associated with AIAmazon.com Inc21/05/2025ForProposal improves alignment with best practice.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to issue a report on packaging materialsAmazon.com Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency and accountability for plastics is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on warehouse working conditionsAmazon.com Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency for employee welfare is considered to be in shareholder’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Company to issue a report on data usage oversight in AI offeringsAmazon.com Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency regarding data use and privacy is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the board to commission an independent assessment of compliance with the Company’s Supplier & Partner Code of Conduct on freedom of association and collective bargaining, and disclose the findingsMondelēz International Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to report on flexible plastic packagingMondelēz International Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on climate lobbyingMondelēz International Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests. Proposal aligns with NILGOSC policy.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to commission an independent third-party report assessing the effectiveness of the company’s implementation of its Human Rights PolicyMondelēz International Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to report on recycled content claimsMondelēz International Inc21/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
BoardElection RulesTo approve the amendment to the Company By-Laws requiring annual director resignationsPhillips 6621/05/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
BoardDirectors – electTo re-elect as a director, Brian CoffmanPhillips 6621/05/2025WithholdNILGOSC will support the Board’s nominees
BoardDirectors – electTo re-elect as a director, Sigmund CorneliusPhillips 6621/05/2025WithholdNILGOSC will support the Board’s nominees
BoardDirectors – electTo re-elect as a director, Michael HeimPhillips 6621/05/2025WithholdNILGOSC will support the Board’s nominees
BoardDirectors – electTo re-elect as a director, Stacy NieuwoudtPhillips 6621/05/2025WithholdNILGOSC will support the Board’s nominees
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that a lower threshold is required for shareholders to call a special shareholder meetingHartford Insurance Group Inc; The21/05/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and would improve shareholder rights.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request on Climate lobbying alignmentVerizon Communications Inc22/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request on Lead-sheathed cable reportVerizon Communications Inc22/05/2025ForIncreased risk management transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo approve a shareholder proposal regarding an annual report on discrimination in advertising servicesVerizon Communications Inc22/05/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
BoardBoard CompositionTo request that the Board establish a policy of separating the roles of Chairperson and Chief Executive OfficerHome Depot Inc; The22/05/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and NILGOSC policy.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo approve a shareholder proposal regarding biodiversity impact and dependence assessmentHome Depot Inc; The22/05/2025ForIncreased sustainability transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Board issue a report describing how the Company could match its peers in making its packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostableHome Depot Inc; The22/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
BoardElection RulesTo request that the Board take the steps necessary to de-classify the BoardCharles Schwab Corp; The22/05/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and NILGOSC policy.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request that the Board adopt a policy to seek shareholder approval of senior managers’ new or renewed pay package that provides for golden parachute paymentsGE HealthCare Technologies Inc28/05/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.  Concerns are held with current severance provisions.
Shareholder RightsShareholder RightsTo request the Board to eliminate the dual class voting structure in favour of one-share one voteMeta Platforms Inc28/05/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and NILGOSC policy.
Shareholder RightsShareholder RightsTo request the Board disclose voting results based on class of sharesMeta Platforms Inc28/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo approve a shareholder proposal regarding hate targeting marginalized communitiesMeta Platforms Inc28/05/2025ForIncreased accountability is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to report on child safety impacts and actual harm reduction to children on its platformsMeta Platforms Inc28/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to report on the company’s use of deepfake identifying software to combat the risks of online child exploitationMeta Platforms Inc28/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo approve a shareholder proposal regarding AI data usage oversightMeta Platforms Inc28/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Board reports to shareholders on GHG emissions reduction actionsMeta Platforms Inc28/05/2025ForIncreased sustainability disclosures are considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Corporate ActionsCompany Purpose & StrategyTo approve a shareholder proposal regarding Bitcoin Treasury AssessmentMeta Platforms Inc28/05/2025AgainstCurrent processes are considered to be sufficient.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on data collection and advertising practicesMeta Platforms Inc28/05/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board for a non-biding stockholder vote regarding proposal that won 49% BKNG shareholder supportBooking Holdings Inc03/06/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and would improve shareholder rights.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on how it plans to align its supply chain GHG emissions reduction strategies with its zero emissions ambitionGeneral Motors Co03/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsShareholder RightsTo request the Company to disclose the voting results by class of sharesAirbnb Inc04/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report to shareholders on health and safety governanceWalmart Inc05/06/2025ForIncreased workplace safety transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report to shareholders on respecting civil liberties in advertising servicesWalmart Inc05/06/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request for third-party assessment of the Company’s policies regarding law enforcement information requests relating to the use of medications by the Company’s customers and employeesWalmart Inc05/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to prepare a report to shareholders on reduction of plastic packaging and recyclability claimsWalmart Inc05/06/2025ForIncreased Sustainability transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to revisit its plastic packaging policiesWalmart Inc05/06/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report to shareholders on racial equity auditWalmart Inc05/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report to shareholders on delays in revising diversity, equity, and inclusion initiativesWalmart Inc05/06/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request the Board to Issue a Climate Transition PlanNetflix Inc05/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that a combined 15% of the outstanding common stock is required for shareholders to call a special shareholder meetingNetflix Inc05/06/2025ForProposal would improve shareholder rights.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo approve a shareholder proposal regarding Amending the Code of Ethics to enhance policies on non-discrimination, anti-harassment, and whistleblower protectionNetflix Inc05/06/2025ForImproved labour standards are considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo approve a shareholder proposal regarding Affirmative Action RisksNetflix Inc05/06/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
Charitable ActivityCharitable EngagementTo request the Board to report on Charitable GivingNetflix Inc05/06/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request a human rights assessment of AI driven systemsAlphabet Inc06/06/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request a report on AI data usage oversightAlphabet Inc06/06/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request a human rights impact assessment of AI-driven targeted ad policiesAlphabet Inc06/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to prepare a report on the alignment of lobbying activities with child safety policiesAlphabet Inc06/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to prepare a report on online safety for childrenAlphabet Inc06/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to take the steps necessary to amend the Bylaws so that shareholders may act by written consentAlphabet Inc06/06/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and is considered to be in the best interests of shareholders..
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request the Board of Directors to adopt a policy that financial metrics shall be adjusted in incentive compensationAlphabet Inc06/06/2025AgainstProposal is considered to be too prescriptive
Charitable ActivityCharitable EngagementTo request the Board a report on charitable partnershipsAlphabet Inc06/06/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to cease participation in the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality IndexAlphabet Inc06/06/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Board reports an enhanced disclosure on climate goalsAlphabet Inc06/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsShareholder RightsTo request the Board to initiate and adopt a recapitalization plan for all outstanding stock to have one vote per share.Alphabet Inc06/06/2025ForProposal aligns with best practice and NILGOSC policy.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to commission an independent third-party report on the Company’s due diligence process for assessing human rights risks related to the use of its products and services in conflict-affected and high-risk areas.Alphabet Inc06/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsOther Articles of AssociationTo amend the Articles in relation to Equal treatment of company  proposals and shareholder proposals in materials for General Meetings of Shareholders and other materialsNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsOther Articles of AssociationTo amend the Articles in relation to Relaxing the upper limit for the number of characters in the reason section in shareholder proposalsNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsOther Articles of AssociationTo amend the Articles in relation to formulation and disclosure of a corporate philosophyNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025AgainstProposal is considered to be too prescriptive.
CapitalDividendsTo amend the Articles in relation to Information disclosure regarding the capital policyNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025AgainstProposal is considered to be too prescriptive.
BoardOther Board/Director relatedTo amend the Articles in relation to Criteria for nationality of Members of  the BoardNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025AgainstIncreased diversity is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsOther Articles of AssociationTo amend the Articles in relation to Judgment standard for resolutions  of the Board of DirectorsNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025AgainstCurrent policies and processes are considered to be sufficient.
Audit & ReportingAppropriate profitsTo request to appropriate the profitsNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025AgainstCurrent capital policy is considered to be sufficient.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo request the approval to the issue of share acquisition rights as Stock OptionsNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025AgainstCurrent compensation levels are considered to be sufficient.
Shareholder RightsOther Articles of AssociationTo amend the Articles in relation reducing the environmental  impact through electronic provision of informational materials to shareholdersNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025AgainstCurrent policies and processes are considered to be sufficient.
RemunerationRemuneration – OtherTo amend the Articles in relation to Prohibition against lowering the real  wages of general employees other than managers and supervisorsNippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp19/06/2025AgainstProposal is considered to be too prescriptive.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceA shareholder proposal requesting for a racial equity audit reportMasterCard Inc24/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to report on affirmative action risksMasterCard Inc24/06/2025AgainstProposal is at odds with generally accepted investor principles. The request could be interpreted as favouring political agendas and allegiances.
Shareholder RightsGeneral Meeting ProceduresTo request the Board to enhance the right of shareholders to call a special meeting by eliminating the one-year holding period requirementNVIDIA Corp25/06/2025ForProposal is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
BoardElection RulesTo request that the Board adopt a director election resignation BylawNVIDIA Corp25/06/2025AgainstCurrent policies and processes are considered to be sufficient.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request the Board to prepare a report on workforce data reportingNVIDIA Corp25/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in Shareholders’ best interests.
Shareholder RightsOther Articles of AssociationTo request the board to partially amend the Articles of Incorporation regarding Action to Implement Management that is Conscious of Cost of Capital and Stock PriceSecom Co Ltd26/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityEnvironmental PracticesTo request that the Company report on its efforts to educate tobacco customers about the environmental damage caused by improperly discarded tobacco products and on proper disposal methodsKroger Co; The26/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the company report on how implementing worker-driven social responsibility principles would impact its ability to identify and effectively prevent actual and potential human rights abuses, such as forced labour, in the agricultural supply chainKroger Co; The26/06/2025ForIncreased transparency is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.
SustainabilityHuman Rights & WorkforceTo request that the Board report on safeguarding the privacy of consumer health data, including risks and strategies related to information requests tied to enforcement of laws restricting reproductive or gender-affirming careKroger Co; The26/06/2025ForIncreased transparency on this issue is considered to be in shareholders’ best interests.