Osisko Declares First Quarter 2025 Dividend

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Osisko Gold Royalties (OR: TSX & NYSE) has announced its first quarter 2025 dividend of C$0.065 per common share. The dividend will be paid on April 15, 2025 to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2025.

The company has confirmed this qualifies as an 'eligible dividend' under the Income Tax Act (Canada). For U.S. shareholders, the USD equivalent will be determined using the Bank of Canada's March 31, 2025 exchange rate.

Osisko has also reminded shareholders about its dividend reinvestment plan (DRIP). Canadian and U.S. residents can participate in the Plan for the upcoming dividend payment. Interested shareholders should contact their financial advisors or Osisko's transfer agent for enrollment details.

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• Consistent dividend payment maintained at C$0.065 per share
• Dividend reinvestment plan (DRIP) available for shareholder value enhancement

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Insights

Financial Analyst

The quarterly dividend declaration of C$0.065 per share reflects the inherent strength of Osisko's royalty-based business model. Royalty companies typically maintain more stable dividend policies compared to traditional mining operators due to their diversified revenue streams and lower operational risks. They aren't directly exposed to mining costs or capital expenditure fluctuations, which provides greater predictability in cash flows.

The dual-currency aspect of the dividend, with U.S. dollar equivalency determined at the March 31 exchange rate, demonstrates Osisko's commitment to its international shareholder base. The dividend reinvestment plan (DRIP) offers strategic advantages for both the company and participants: shareholders can automatically reinvest their dividends to compound their ownership position, while Osisko retains capital for potential growth opportunities without incurring external financing costs.

For royalty companies, consistent dividend payments serve as a key performance indicator, signaling:

• Stable cash flow generation from their royalty portfolio
• Conservative balance sheet management
• Long-term sustainability of their business model

The April 15 payment date, with a March 31 record date, provides sufficient time for shareholders to evaluate their participation in the DRIP program, particularly relevant for those seeking to optimize their portfolio's income generation strategy in the current precious metals market environment.

MONTREAL, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd (the “Company” or “Osisko”) (OR: TSX & NYSE) is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors has approved a first quarter 2025 dividend of C$0.065 per common share. The dividend will be paid on April 15, 2025 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 31, 2025. This dividend is an "eligible dividend" as defined in the Income Tax Act (Canada).

For shareholders residing in the United States, the U.S. dollar equivalent will be determined based on the daily rate published by the Bank of Canada on March 31, 2025.

The Company also wishes to remind its shareholders that it has implemented a dividend reinvestment plan (the “Plan”). Shareholders who are residents of Canada and the United States may elect to participate in the Plan in connection with the dividend to be paid on April 15, 2025 to shareholders on record as of March 31, 2025. More details are available on Osisko’s website at http://osiskogr.com/en/dividends/drip/

Non-registered beneficial shareholders who wish to participate in the Plan should contact their financial advisor, broker, investment dealer, bank or other financial institution that holds their common shares to inquire about the applicable enrolment deadline and to request enrolment in the Plan. For more information on how to enroll or any other inquiries, contact our transfer agent at 1-800-387-0825 (toll-free in Canada) or shareholderinquiries@tmx.com.

Participation in the Plan does not relieve shareholders of any liability for taxes that may be payable in respect of dividends that are reinvested in common shares under the Plan. Shareholders should consult their tax advisors concerning the tax implications of their participation in the Plan having regard to their particular circumstances.

This press release is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in the United States or any other jurisdiction.

About Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd

Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd is an intermediate precious metal royalty company which holds a North American focused portfolio of over 185 royalties, streams and precious metal offtakes, including 20 producing assets. Osisko’s portfolio is anchored by its cornerstone asset, a 3-5% net smelter return royalty on the Canadian Malartic Complex, home to one of Canada’s largest gold mines.

Osisko’s head office is located at 1100 Avenue des Canadiens-de-Montréal, Suite 300, Montréal, Québec, H3B 2S2.

For further information, please contact Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd:
Grant Moenting Vice President, Capital Markets Tel: (514) 940-0670 #116 Mobile: (365) 275-1954 Email: gmoenting@osiskogr.com	Heather Taylor Vice President, Sustainability & Communications Tel: (514) 940-0670 #105 Email: htaylor@osiskogr.com

Forward-looking statements

Certain statements contained in this press release may be deemed "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. These forward-looking statements, by their nature, require the Company to make certain assumptions and necessarily involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance. In this news release, these forward-looking statements may involve, but are not limited to, comments with respect to the directors and officers of the Company, information pertaining to the fact that all conditions for payment of the dividend will be met and that such dividend will continue to be an “eligible dividend” as defined in the Income Tax Act (Canada). Words such as "may", "will", "would", "could", "expect", "believe", "plan", "anticipate", "intend", "estimate", "continue", or the negative or comparable terminology, as well as terms usually used in the future and the conditional, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Information contained in forward-looking statements is based upon certain material assumptions that were applied in drawing a conclusion or making a forecast or projection, including that the financial situation of the Company will remain favourable. The Company considers its assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available, but cautions the reader that its assumptions regarding future events, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, may ultimately prove to be incorrect since they are subject to risks and uncertainties that affect the Company and its business.

For additional information with respect to these and other factors and assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements made in this press release, see the section entitled “Risk Factors” in the most recent Annual Information Form of Osisko which is filed with the Canadian securities commissions and available electronically under Osisko’s issuer profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com and with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and available electronically under Osisko’s issuer profile on EDGAR at www.sec.gov. The forward-looking information set forth herein reflects Osisko’s expectations as at the date of this press release and is subject to change after such date. Osisko disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by law.

FAQ

When will Osisko Gold Royalties (OR) pay its Q1 2025 dividend?

Osisko Gold Royalties will pay its Q1 2025 dividend on April 15, 2025 to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2025.

How much is Osisko's Q1 2025 dividend payment?

Osisko's Q1 2025 dividend payment is C$0.065 per common share.

How can shareholders participate in Osisko's dividend reinvestment plan?

Shareholders who are residents of Canada and the United States can participate by contacting their financial advisor or Osisko's transfer agent at 1-800-387-0825 or shareholderinquiries@tmx.com.

Is Osisko's Q1 2025 dividend considered an eligible dividend for tax purposes?

Yes, the dividend is classified as an 'eligible dividend' as defined in the Income Tax Act (Canada).