NOVAGOLD Announces Date of Its 2026 Virtual Annual General Meeting of Shareholders

Rhea-AI Summary

NOVAGOLD (NYSE American, TSX: NG) will hold its 2026 Annual General Meeting virtually on May 14, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. PDT (4:00 p.m. EDT). Shareholders can vote by proxy, join the live webcast, and submit questions during or before the Meeting.

Agenda items include director elections, auditor appointment and remuneration, equity-compensation resolutions, and advisory votes on executive pay and vote frequency. Chairman Dr. Thomas S. Kaplan and CEO Greg Lang will review the strategic case for gold and provide a Donlin Gold update.

News Market Reaction – NG

-1.24%

-1.24% Session close to close

In the May 4 session, NG declined 1.24%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement sets the timetable and agenda for NOVAGOLD’s virtual AGM on May 14, 2026, where sh...

Analysis

This announcement sets the timetable and agenda for NOVAGOLD’s virtual AGM on May 14, 2026, where shareholders will vote on directors, auditors, and equity-based compensation matters and hear strategic commentary on gold and Donlin. In context of recent Donlin-focused progress and financing, investors may watch the 2025 achievements review and 2026 catalyst outline for added detail on feasibility work, permitting, and capital plans.

Key Figures

AGM date: May 14, 2026 AGM time PDT: 1:00 p.m. PDT AGM time EDT: 4:00 p.m. EDT +1 more

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AGM date May 14, 2026 Scheduled date of 2026 virtual Annual General Meeting

AGM time PDT 1:00 p.m. PDT Start time of virtual AGM

AGM time EDT 4:00 p.m. EDT Corresponding Eastern time for AGM

Control number length 16-digit Control number required for shareholder login and voting

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Apr 01 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Apr 01	Quarterly report & update	Positive	+4.2%	Q1 2026 report showing strong cash, private placement, and Donlin BFS momentum.
Mar 18	Earnings call scheduling	Neutral	-7.6%	Save-the-date for Q1 2026 report, call, and webcast logistics only.
Mar 12	Engineering contracts	Positive	-7.4%	WSP, Worley, and Hatch engaged for Donlin power, pipeline, and processing work.
Feb 09	BFS lead selection	Positive	+8.9%	Fluor chosen to lead Donlin Gold Bankable Feasibility Study toward 2027 completion.
Jan 22	Year-end report & deal	Positive	+5.0%	Landmark $1B Donlin deal, higher ownership, financing, and extensive 2025 drilling.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Across the last five news events, three showed price moves aligning with generally positive operational updates, while two Donlin-related or scheduling announcements saw negative reactions, indicating a mixed but slightly positive alignment pattern.

Recent Company History

Over recent months, NOVAGOLD news has centered on advancing the Donlin Gold project and strengthening its balance sheet. A $1.0 billion 2025 transaction increased Donlin ownership to 60%, followed by selection of Fluor to lead the Bankable Feasibility Study targeting completion in 2027, and additional engineering contracts for power and pipeline infrastructure. The Q1 2026 report highlighted cash of $392.5M and an upsized private placement. Today’s AGM notice fits this trajectory of governance and project-focused communication.

Key Terms

proxy, equity-based compensation plans, executive compensation, management information circular, +3 more

7 terms

proxy financial

"Shareholders may vote on matters before the Meeting by proxy, join..."

A proxy is the authorization a shareholder gives to another person or document to cast votes on their behalf at a company meeting. Think of it like handing someone your voting ticket so they can represent your choices on board elections, executive pay, mergers and other big decisions; it matters because proxies determine who controls the company and which proposals pass, directly affecting share value and investor returns.

equity-based compensation plans financial

"consider several ordinary resolutions relating to the Company’s equity-based compensation plans..."

Equity-based compensation plans are programs that pay employees, executives or directors with ownership stakes in the company—such as stock, stock options, or restricted shares—rather than or in addition to cash. For investors, these plans matter because they align employee incentives with company performance but can dilute existing shareholders and appear as a recurring expense on the company’s financial statements, much like giving slices of a pie to workers instead of cash wages.

executive compensation financial

"along with advisory votes on executive compensation and the frequency..."

Payments and benefits given to a company's top leaders — including base salary, cash bonuses, stock awards, options and retirement or perquisites — designed to compensate and motivate them. Investors care because these packages affect a company’s costs, influence executives’ decisions and signal how well management’s interests line up with shareholders’; like a captain’s contract, the structure of pay can encourage safe navigation toward long-term gains or risky short-term moves that hurt returns.

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management information circular regulatory

"Please refer to NOVAGOLD’s Management Information Circular dated March 24, 2026..."

A management information circular is a document sent to shareholders ahead of a company meeting that explains who is asking for votes, what decisions will be made, and why management recommends a particular outcome. Like an instruction booklet and argument sheet combined, it lays out details such as board nominees, executive pay, major transactions and any conflicts, helping investors decide how to vote and judge whether leadership choices could affect the company’s future value.

audit committee regulatory

"appoint external auditors and authorize the Board, through the Audit Committee, to set their remuneration..."

A company's audit committee is a small group of board members who act like independent inspectors for the firm's finances, overseeing how financial reports are prepared, monitoring internal controls, and managing the relationship with external auditors. Investors care because a strong audit committee reduces the risk of accounting errors, fraud, or misleading statements, making financial statements more trustworthy and helping protect shareholder value.

webcast technical

"Shareholders may view a live webcast of the Meeting..."

A webcast is a live or recorded online event where people watch or listen to presentations, announcements, or performances through the internet. It’s like a TV broadcast but over the internet, allowing viewers from anywhere to tune in in real time or later. Webcasts are important because they let companies share information quickly and widely with audiences around the world.

virtual shareholder meeting technical

"digitally during the Meeting at: www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/NG2026."

A virtual shareholder meeting is a company gathering held online where shareholders can hear presentations from management, ask questions, and cast votes from a computer or phone instead of traveling to a physical location. It matters to investors because it changes how easily people can participate and influence outcomes, can affect voter turnout and scrutiny, and may alter how quickly and clearly information is shared—like replacing an in-person town hall with a live webinar.

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• NOVAGOLD’s Annual General Meeting of Shareholders will be held virtually on May 14, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. PDT
• Shareholders may vote on matters before the Meeting by proxy, join the virtual Meeting and vote, and submit questions either during the webcast or in advance by email
• Following the Meeting, Chairman Dr. Thomas S. Kaplan and President and CEO Greg Lang will discuss the strategic case for gold and NOVAGOLD’s role within the broader investment thesis, building on Dr. Kaplan’s extensive commentary on gold as a strategic asset. They will also highlight the latest catalysts for the Donlin Gold project — a long-life, federally permitted U.S. asset with scale and extraordinary leverage to gold.
  

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC. (“NOVAGOLD” or “the Company”) (NYSE American, TSX: NG) will hold the Company’s 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on May 14, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. PDT (4:00 p.m. EDT) (“the Meeting”). On this occasion, Shareholders will be asked to elect Directors for the ensuing year, appoint external auditors and authorize the Board, through the Audit Committee, to set their remuneration, and consider several ordinary resolutions relating to the Company’s equity-based compensation plans, along with advisory votes on executive compensation and the frequency of future advisory votes. Following the Meeting, Chairman Dr. Thomas S. Kaplan will share his views on gold and the broader investment thesis. President and CEO Greg Lang will provide an overview and update of NOVAGOLD’s 2025 achievements and key catalysts expected in 2026.

NOVAGOLD VIRTUAL MEETING AND SHAREHOLDER PARTICIPATION

The Meeting will be held virtually only. Shareholders may cast their vote in advance by proxy and participate from any geographic location. We believe holding the Meeting virtually will enhance Shareholder accessibility and help reduce the carbon footprint of our activities. Please refer to NOVAGOLD’s Management Information Circular dated March 24, 2026, for detailed instructions on voting.

Shareholders may view a live webcast of the Meeting, and registered Shareholders as well as duly appointed proxyholders may submit questions digitally during the Meeting at: www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/NG2026.

Questions may also be submitted to management and to the Board of Directors prior to the Meeting via email at info@novagold.com. Shareholders are encouraged to log in to the Meeting 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Please be sure to have the 16-digit control number from your voting materials available when logging in to the Meeting.

Shareholders may contact Kingsdale Advisors, the Company’s strategic advisor, by telephone at 1-866-228-8818 (toll-free in North America) or 1-416-623-2514 (text and call enabled outside North America), or by email at contactus@kingsdaleadvisors.com. More information about the Meeting can be obtained by visiting www.novagoldagm.com.

NOVAGOLD’s Management Information Circular dated March 24, 2026 and Annual Report to accompany the Management Information Circular are available on the Company’s website, www.novagold.com/investors/mic, on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.

NOVAGOLD Contacts:

Mélanie Hennessey
Vice President, Corporate Communications

Frank Gagnon
Manager, Investor Relations

604-669-6227 or 1-866-669-6227
www.novagold.com

FAQ

When is NOVAGOLD's 2026 virtual Annual General Meeting (NG)?

The Meeting is scheduled for May 14, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. PDT (4:00 p.m. EDT). According to the company, the event is virtual-only and registrants should log in 15 minutes early with their 16-digit control number.

How can NOVAGOLD (NG) shareholders vote for the May 14, 2026 meeting?

Shareholders may vote in advance by proxy or vote during the virtual Meeting. According to the company, registered shareholders and proxyholders can cast votes via the live webcast interface using the control number provided with voting materials.

What items will NOVAGOLD (NG) shareholders consider at the 2026 AGM?

Shareholders will elect directors, appoint external auditors and set auditor remuneration, approve equity-compensation resolutions, and vote on advisory executive compensation and vote frequency. According to the company, these are the principal ordinary and advisory items on the agenda.

How can investors submit questions for NOVAGOLD's May 14, 2026 AGM (NG)?

Questions can be submitted digitally during the live webcast or emailed in advance to info@novagold.com. According to the company, registered shareholders and duly appointed proxyholders may also submit questions via www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/NG2026.