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Fox News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Comedian crosses America with miniature bike and massive dream: 'Took 80 days'
A California comedian has become the first known person to bike across the U.S. from coast to coast on a 20-inch BMX. Sebastian Fowler, 31, pedaled 3,333 miles from San Diego to New York in just 80 days, with no support vehicle, no training and one pair of Vans slip-ons. His top goal: "Raise enough money to buy 100 BMX bicycles for underprivileged children and teens who can use BMX for good," he said on a fundraising page. "I believe I'm the first person to have done that in the U.S.," he noted, news agency SWNS reported. "It took 80 days to get from San Diego to New York City on a BMX bike." Turns out there's a deeply personal reason he chose his method of travel. After losing his father, drummer John Fowler, as a young teenager, BMX became an escape for him, he said - a way to cope with grief and hardship. "I've been riding BMXs since I was five or six," he said. "It was my reprieve as a teenager who had lost a parent. My mom didn't have money and she was taking care of four kids by herself." It's why Fowler launched his fundraiser to provide BMX bikes to kids who can't afford them, with a goal of raising $30,000 to purchase 100 bikes. "My mom didn't have money and she was taking care of four kids by herself." "I just wanted to help some kids, because I was that kid once," he said. Known as "Seabass" to friends and fans, Fowler set out in late February with 60 pounds of gear strapped to his frame, including a hammock, sleeping bag, hatchet, knife and a short baseball bat - the latter to help deal with the roughly 45 dogs that chased him along the way, according to SWNS. He slept wherever he could: behind dumpsters, in flash-flood tunnels, in the open desert. "I had no follow car, no buddy - just me out there with my thoughts and my little bike," he said, as SWNS noted. Fowler, who lives in Ocean Beach, California, said that in addition to raising money for children, he figured he'd turn his grueling ride into a stand-up tour. Along the route, he performed in six cities, culminating in a performance on "Kill Tony," the popular Netflix stand-up series hosted by Tony Hinchcliffe and Brian Redban. "Then the next day I rode 70 miles and went on the biggest comedy show in the world," he said of finally getting on stage in Austin, Texas — where he also met guest Joe Rogan. The night before, however, he'd been stalked by mountain lions on a dark Texas road, SWNS reported. "It was the first time I'd ever called the police," Fowler said. A dispatcher told him to calm his heart rate or risk being seen as prey — and an officer eventually dropped him off at a 7-Eleven, where he spent the night behind a dumpster. "I did very little preparation. I basically just rode my bike around town," he said, per SWNS. "When it actually started, I was like, 'Good Lord, what have I got myself into.'" "I was like, 'Good Lord, what have I got myself into.'" But over time, he found his rhythm, he said, averaging 45 miles a day in the beginning and eventually pushing 65. "It's tough and had its moments of struggle, but I'm really glad I persevered," Fowler told SWNS. "I mean, what was I going to do? Turn around and pedal home?" Fowler ended his journey in May with a visit to his father's grave in Connecticut before flying home to San Diego. "It felt like my dad was flying above my shoulder and keeping me safe on my trip," he said. To date, he's raised over $9,000 for children who need bikes. He wrote on his fundraising page, "Even though I am back in San Diego, the fight is far from over! Now it's time to get these bikes to these kids! We still have a long way to go to meet our goal — I know we can do it, though!" He added, "That reminds me of a quote my dad used quite often: 'A little goes a long way!' Thank you so much!"
Scottish Sun
11-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Holiday parks with lidos and sandy beaches have last-minute breaks from just £30 each as UK set for 26C highs
Some stays work out to just £8 each per night HOT STUFF Holiday parks with lidos and sandy beaches have last-minute breaks from just £30 each as UK set for 26C highs Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TEMPERATURES are set to hit 26C this week, so there is no better time for a last-minute holiday. And the UK isn't short of holiday parks that have amazing outdoor facilities. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 9 All of the holiday parks have either pools or nearby beaches - and cheap deals this month Credit: John Fowler Holidays - Trelawne Manor Holiday Park In fact, it is estimated that there are more than 6,000 holiday parks across the country. However, trying to find some that are near the beach or have an outdoor swimming pool can't be easy. So here are some of our top picks of holiday parks across the country that are either right by the beach or have outdoor pools. We've even checked to find some of the cheapest deals for this month as well. Whitehill Country Park, Devon The Devon holiday park Whitehill Country Park is in Paignton, a popular seaside town. Along with playgrounds and soft play zones, there is an indoor pool as well as a heated outdoor pool, which has a mini splash zone for kids and a poolside spa. There are even glamping pods and lodges on-site alongside the camping pitches. Don't worry about going hungry, with everything from booze and burgers at the Hayloft Bar as well as pizza, cafe snacks and a mini-supermarket. While its in the beautiful countryside, it is just a 13 minute drive to the beach, or an hours walk. Prices start from £21 a night for standard pitches, working out to £10.50 a night. 9 Whitehill Country Park has two pools and water activities Credit: Whitehill Country Park Award-winning holiday park in St Ives Lido Beach Holiday Park, North Wales Lido Beach Holiday Park is right on the Welsh coastline, with guests able to walk right over to Prestatyn Central Beach. New this year is a whole new complex with a sport bar and diner, lounge and outdoor terrace. And guests can also access the nearby Robin Hood Holiday Park, with a free shuttle bus and swimming pools. A three-night stay starts from £340, working out to £18 each per night based on six sharing. 9 Prestatyn Central Beach is nearby Credit: Alamy Trelawne Manor, Cornwall Near Looe is Trelawne Manor, which is found on the grounds of a historic manor house. It has a heated outdoor swimming pool with a huge flume too. Just two miles down the road is the pretty village of Looe as well. A three-night stay starts from £158, working out to £8.60 each a night based on six sharing. 9 Trelawne Manor Holiday Park is right by the village of Looe Credit: John Fowler Holidays - Trelawne Manor Holiday Park 9 The grand manor house overlooks the holiday park Credit: John Fowler Holidays - Trelawne Manor Holiday Park California Cliffs Holiday Park, Norfolk Parkdean's California Cliffs Holiday Park is just a five minute walk from Scratby Beach, a quieter alternative to Great Yartmouth. It has indoor and outdoor pools along with waterslides and loads of watersports such as aqua jet, kayaks and zorbing. Otherwise it has all of the usual kids entertainment at Parkdean resorts from live shows to go karts and art activities. Last month, the holiday park was even recognised in the 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards. A three-night stay starts from £159, working out to £8.80 each per night based on six staying. 9 California Cliffs Great Yarmouth Credit: California Cliffs Great Yarmouth Combe Haven Holiday Park, Sussex The Haven holiday park in Sussex is a five minute drive from Bulverhythe Beach or an easy 20 minute walk. The outdoor pool has the Space Bowl Flume although there is an indoor pool right next to it as well. New this year is the Football Fun Factory with classes for all ages. If you want to explore nearby, there is also St Leonards and Hastings a short drive. A four night stay starts from £119, working out to £7.30 each per night based on four staying. 9 Combe Haven Holiday Park will keep both adults and kids happy in the pool Credit: Combe Haven Holiday Park Seaview Holiday Park, Kent Right between Whitstable and Canterbury, Seaview Holiday Park can't get much closer to the beach. Most of the lodges overlook the sea, as well as some of the caravans. Otherwise it does have its own outdoor swimming pool which is heated as well. A four-night stay starts from £199, which works out to £8 each per night based on six sharing. 9 Seaview Holiday Park has a heated outdoorpool Credit: Seaview Holiday Park
The Irish Sun
11-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
Holiday parks with lidos and sandy beaches have last-minute breaks from just £30 each as UK set for 26C highs
TEMPERATURES are set to hit 26C this week, so there is no better time for a last-minute holiday. And the UK isn't short of holiday parks that have amazing outdoor facilities. Advertisement 9 All of the holiday parks have either pools or nearby beaches - and cheap deals this month Credit: John Fowler Holidays - Trelawne Manor Holiday Park In fact, it is estimated that there are more than 6,000 holiday parks across the country. However, trying to find some that are near the beach or have an outdoor swimming pool can't be easy. So here are some of our top picks of holiday parks across the country that are either right by the beach or have outdoor pools. We've even checked to find some of the cheapest deals for this month as well. Advertisement Read more on holiday parks Whitehill Country Park, Devon The Devon holiday park Whitehill Country Park is in Paignton, a popular seaside town. Along with playgrounds and soft play zones, there is an indoor pool as well as a heated outdoor pool , which has a mini splash zone for kids and a poolside spa. There are even glamping pods and lodges on-site alongside the camping pitches. Don't worry about going hungry, with everything from booze and burgers at the Hayloft Bar as well as pizza, cafe snacks and a mini-supermarket. Advertisement Most read in Beach holidays While its in the beautiful countryside, it is just a 13 minute drive to the beach, or an hours walk. Prices start from £21 a night for standard pitches, working out to £10.50 a night. 9 Whitehill Country Park has two pools and water activities Credit: Whitehill Country Park Award-winning holiday park in St Ives Lido Beach Holiday Park, North Wales Lido Beach Holiday Park is right on the Welsh coastline, with guests able to walk right over to Prestatyn Central Beach. Advertisement New this year is a whole new complex with a sport bar and diner, lounge and outdoor terrace. And guests can also access the nearby Robin Hood Holiday Park, with a free shuttle bus and swimming pools. A three-night stay starts from £340, working out to £18 each per night based on six sharing. 9 Prestatyn Central Beach is nearby Credit: Alamy Advertisement Trelawne Manor, Cornwall Near Looe is Trelawne Manor, which is found on the grounds of a historic manor house. It has a heated outdoor swimming pool with a huge flume too. Just two miles down the road is the pretty village of Looe as well. A three-night stay starts from £158, working out to £8.60 each a night based on six sharing. Advertisement 9 Trelawne Manor Holiday Park is right by the village of Looe Credit: John Fowler Holidays - Trelawne Manor Holiday Park 9 The grand manor house overlooks the holiday park Credit: John Fowler Holidays - Trelawne Manor Holiday Park California Cliffs Holiday Park, Norfolk Parkdean's California Cliffs Holiday Park is just a five minute walk from Scratby Beach, a quieter alternative to Great Yartmouth. It has indoor and outdoor pools along with waterslides and loads of watersports such as aqua jet, kayaks and zorbing. Advertisement Otherwise it has all of the usual kids entertainment at Parkdean resorts from live shows to go karts and art activities. Last month, the holiday park was even recognised in the 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards. A three-night stay starts from £159, working out to £8.80 each per night based on six staying. 9 California Cliffs Great Yarmouth Credit: California Cliffs Great Yarmouth Advertisement Combe Haven Holiday Park, Sussex The Haven holiday park in Sussex is a five minute drive from Bulverhythe Beach or an easy 20 minute walk. The outdoor pool has the Space Bowl Flume although there is an indoor pool right next to it as well. New this year is the Football Fun Factory with classes for all ages. If you want to explore nearby, there is also St Leonards and Hastings a short drive. Advertisement A four night stay starts from £119, working out to £7.30 each per night based on four staying. 9 Combe Haven Holiday Park will keep both adults and kids happy in the pool Credit: Combe Haven Holiday Park Seaview Holiday Park, Kent Right between Whitstable and Canterbury, Seaview Holiday Park can't get much closer to the beach. Most of the lodges overlook the sea, as well as some of the caravans . Advertisement Otherwise it does have its own outdoor swimming pool which is heated as well. A four-night stay starts from £199, which works out to £8 each per night based on six sharing. 9 Seaview Holiday Park has a heated outdoorpool Credit: Seaview Holiday Park 9 But it is also right on the beach Credit: Seaview Holiday Park Advertisement
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
COMPLETE Board Change is Urgently Needed at MediPharm Labs! Apollo Technology Capital Corporation Files Amended and Restated Proxy Circular Detailing Prolonged Underperformance, Strategic Failures, Excessive Executive Compensation, and Troubling Lack of Transparency Under Current Leadership
Launches Campaign Website at Which Articulates 5-Pillar Plan to Rebuild Company Details How MediPharm Labs is Hemorrhaging Money at an Alarming Rate and is on Pace to Run Out of Cash by November 2025 Exorbitant Executive Compensation Packages Despite Persistent Losses Demonstrate a Board and Management Team Misaligned with Shareholders' Best Interests Board Cannot Be Trusted After Costing Shareholders $1 Billion Nominates Six Highly Qualified Director Candidates – John Fowler, Alan D. Lewis, David Lontini, Demetrios Mallios, Regan McGee, and Scott Walters – to Cure MediPharm Labs Before It's Too Late Nominees Bring Significant Turnaround, M&A, and Operational Expertise Alongside Fresh Perspectives to Restore Value and Accountability at MediPharm Labs URGES SHAREHOLDERS TO DISREGARD MEDIPHARM'S GREEN PROXY CARD AND VOTE THE GOLD PROXY CARD "FOR" APOLLO CAPITAL'S SIX DIRECTOR NOMINEES TORONTO, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Apollo Technology Capital Corporation ("Apollo Capital"), which together with its affiliates and associates collectively is one of the largest shareholders of MediPharm Labs Corp. (TSX: LABS) (OTCQB: MEDIF) (FSE: MLZ) ("MediPharm", "MediPharm Labs", or the "Company"), owning approximately 3.0% of the Company's common stock, today announced that it has filed an amended and restated information circular (the "Circular") in connection with its intention to nominate six highly qualified director candidates to MediPharm's Board of Directors (the "Board") at the Company's upcoming 2025 Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders to be held on June 16, 2025 (the "Annual Meeting"). Additionally, Apollo Capital launched a campaign website at where shareholders can review the facts, understand what's at stake, and learn how to protect the value of their investment. The website details Apollo Capital's 5-Pillar Plan to restore value to MediPharm Labs, as well as specific actions that the nominees would take in their first 100 days of service on the Board. The 5-Pillar Plan includes: Replace Failed Leadership with Aligned Executives Implement Financial Discipline & Strategic Review Retain Strategic Assets for Long-Term Shareholder Value Unlock International Medical Growth Restore Trust Through Transparency and Good Governance The Circular and website present a clear and compelling case regarding MediPharm Labs' severe underperformance, reckless strategic missteps, and alarming destruction of shareholder value, which have placed the company in serious jeopardy while the management team receives exorbitant pay packages. These failures have cost shareholders $1 billion, and reduced the Company's cash position to just $8 million as of March 31, 2025 – on pace to reach zero by November 2025. The Circular and website provide information about Apollo Capital's nominees – John Fowler, Alan D. Lewis, David Lontini, Demetrios Mallios, Regan McGee, and Scott Walters – who are accomplished business leaders committed to openness and transparency in their dialogue with MediPharm Labs shareholders. In particular, they are prepared to answer any questions or address any concerns shareholders might have – even if they are difficult. This is a stark contrast to MediPharm Lab's current Board and management team, which has avoided answering for their failures, including not holding a shareholder call for three quarters and not answering any of the questions Apollo put forth before the first quarter 2025 financial results call. Apollo Capital believes a wholesale Board change at MediPharm Labs is the only path forward, and that shareholders must act now before it's too late. At shareholders can also sign up for important campaign updates. To access Apollo Capital's Circular and related proxy materials, including a proxy or voting instruction form, visit SEDAR+ at Contacts For Shareholders:Carson ProxyNorth American Toll-Free Phone: 1-800-530-5189Local or Text Message: 416-751-2066 (collect calls accepted)E: info@ For Media:Nathaniel Garnick/Mark Semer/Grace CartwrightGasthalter & Co.+1 (212) 257-4170CureMediPharm@ Legal Disclosures Information in Support of Public Broadcast Exemption under Canadian Law In connection with the Annual Meeting, Apollo Capital has filed an amended and restated dissident information circular (the "Circular") in compliance with applicable corporate and securities laws. Apollo Capital has provided in, or incorporated by reference into, this press release the disclosure required under section 9.2(4) of NI 51-102 – Continuous Disclosure Obligations ("NI 51-102") and the corresponding exemption under the Business Corporations Act (Ontario), and has filed the Circular, available under MediPharm's profile on SEDAR+ at The Circular contains disclosure prescribed by applicable corporate law and disclosure required under section 9.2(6) of NI 51-102 in respect of Apollo Capital's director nominees, in accordance with corporate and securities laws applicable to public broadcast solicitations. The Circular is hereby incorporated by reference into this press release and is available under MediPharm's profile on SEDAR+ at The registered office of the Company is 151 John Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada L4N 2L1. SHAREHOLDERS OF MEDIPHARM ARE URGED TO READ THE CIRCULAR CAREFULLY BECAUSE IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Investors and shareholders are able to obtain free copies of the Circular and any amendments or supplements thereto and further proxy circulars at no charge under MediPharm's profile on SEDAR+ at In addition, shareholders are also able to obtain free copies of the Circular and other relevant documents by contacting Apollo Capital's proxy solicitor, Carson Proxy Advisors Ltd. ("Carson Proxy") at 1-800-530-5189, local (collect outside North America): 416-751-2066 or by email at info@ Proxies may be revoked in accordance with subsection 110(4) of the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) by a registered shareholder of Company shares: (a) by completing and signing a valid proxy bearing a later date and returning it in accordance with the instructions contained in the accompanying form of proxy; (b) by depositing an instrument in writing executed by the shareholder or by the shareholder's attorney authorized in writing; (c) by transmitting by telephonic or electronic means a revocation that is signed by electronic signature in accordance with applicable law, as the case may be: (i) at the registered office of the Company at any time up to and including the last business day preceding the day the Annual Meeting or any adjournment or postponement of the Annual Meeting is to be held, or (ii) with the chair of the Annual Meeting on the day of the Annual Meeting or any adjournment or postponement of the Annual Meeting; or (d) in any other manner permitted by law. In addition, proxies may be revoked by a non-registered holder of Company shares at any time by written notice to the intermediary in accordance with the instructions given to the non-registered holder by its intermediary. It should be noted that revocation of proxies or voting instructions by a non-registered holder can take several days or even longer to complete and, accordingly, any such revocation should be completed well in advance of the deadline prescribed in the form of proxy or voting instruction form to ensure it is given effect in respect of the Annual Meeting. The costs incurred in the preparation and mailing of any circular or proxy solicitation by Apollo Capital and any other participants named herein will be borne directly and indirectly by Apollo Capital. However, to the extent permitted under applicable law, Apollo Capital intends to seek reimbursement from the Company of all expenses incurred in connection with the solicitation of proxies for the election of its director nominees at the Annual Meeting. This press release and any solicitation made by Apollo Capital is, or will be, as applicable, made by such parties, and not by or on behalf of the management of the Company. Proxies may be solicited by proxy circular, mail, telephone, email or other electronic means, as well as by newspaper or other media advertising and in person by managers, directors, officers and employees of Apollo Capital who will not be specifically remunerated therefor. In addition, Apollo Capital may solicit proxies by way of public broadcast, including press release, speech or publication and any other manner permitted under applicable Canadian laws, and may engage the services of one or more agents and authorize other persons to assist it in soliciting proxies on their behalf. Apollo Capital has entered into an agreement with Carson Proxy Advisors ("Carson Proxy") for solicitation and advisory services in connection with the solicitation of proxies for the Meeting, for which Carson Proxy will receive a fee not to exceed $250,000, together with reimbursement for reasonable and out-of-pocket expenses. Apollo Capital has also engaged Gasthalter & Co. LP ("G&Co") to act as communications consultant to provide Apollo Capital with certain communications, public relations and related services, for which G&Co will receive a minimum fee of US$75,000 in addition to a performance fee of US$250,000 in the event that Apollo Capital's nominees make up a majority of the Board following the Annual Meeting, plus excess fees, related costs and expenses. No member of Apollo Capital nor any of their associates or affiliates has or has had any material interest, direct or indirect, in any transaction since the beginning of the Company's last completed financial year or in any proposed transaction that has materially affected or will or would materially affect the Company or any of the Company's affiliates. No member of Apollo Capital nor any of their associates or affiliates has any material interest, direct or indirect, by way of beneficial ownership of securities or otherwise, in any matter to be acted upon at the Annual Meeting, other than setting the number of directors, the election of directors, the appointment of auditors and the approval of the ordinary resolution approving, among other things, the Company's amended and restated equity incentive plan dated May 8, 2025 and the unallocated awards available thereunder. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward‐looking statements. All statements contained in this filing that are not clearly historical in nature or that necessarily depend on future events are forward‐looking, and the words "anticipate," "believe," "expect," "estimate," "plan," and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward‐looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations of Apollo Capital and currently available information. They are not guarantees of future performance, involve certain risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict, and are based upon assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. All forward-looking statements contained herein are made only as of the date hereof and Apollo Capital disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any such forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that subsequently occur, or of which Apollo Capital hereafter becomes aware, except as required by applicable law. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Apollo Technology Capital Corporation Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Cision Canada
20-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
COMPLETE Board Change is Urgently Needed at MediPharm Labs! Apollo Technology Capital Corporation Files Amended and Restated Proxy Circular Detailing Prolonged Underperformance, Strategic Failures, Excessive Executive Compensation, and Troubling Lack of Transparency Under Current Leadership
Details How MediPharm Labs is Hemorrhaging Money at an Alarming Rate and is on Pace to Run Out of Cash by November 2025 Exorbitant Executive Compensation Packages Despite Persistent Losses Demonstrate a Board and Management Team Misaligned with Shareholders' Best Interests Board Cannot Be Trusted After Costing Shareholders $1 Billion Nominates Six Highly Qualified Director Candidates – John Fowler, Alan D. Lewis, David Lontini, Demetrios Mallios, Regan McGee, and Scott Walters – to Cure MediPharm Labs Before It's Too Late Nominees Bring Significant Turnaround, M&A, and Operational Expertise Alongside Fresh Perspectives to Restore Value and Accountability at MediPharm Labs TORONTO, May 20, 2025 /CNW/ -- Apollo Technology Capital Corporation ("Apollo Capital"), which together with its affiliates and associates collectively is one of the largest shareholders of MediPharm Labs Corp. (TSX: LABS) (OTCQB: MEDIF) (FSE: MLZ) ("MediPharm", "MediPharm Labs", or the "Company"), owning approximately 3.0% of the Company's common stock, today announced that it has filed an amended and restated information circular (the "Circular") in connection with its intention to nominate six highly qualified director candidates to MediPharm's Board of Directors (the "Board") at the Company's upcoming 2025 Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders to be held on June 16, 2025 (the "Annual Meeting"). Additionally, Apollo Capital launched a campaign website at where shareholders can review the facts, understand what's at stake, and learn how to protect the value of their investment. The website details Apollo Capital's 5-Pillar Plan to restore value to MediPharm Labs, as well as specific actions that the nominees would take in their first 100 days of service on the Board. The 5-Pillar Plan includes: Replace Failed Leadership with Aligned Executives Implement Financial Discipline & Strategic Review Retain Strategic Assets for Long-Term Shareholder Value Unlock International Medical Growth Restore Trust Through Transparency and Good Governance The Circular and website present a clear and compelling case regarding MediPharm Labs' severe underperformance, reckless strategic missteps, and alarming destruction of shareholder value, which have placed the company in serious jeopardy while the management team receives exorbitant pay packages. These failures have cost shareholders $1 billion, and reduced the Company's cash position to just $8 million as of March 31, 2025 – on pace to reach zero by November 2025. The Circular and website provide information about Apollo Capital's nominees – John Fowler, Alan D. Lewis, David Lontini, Demetrios Mallios, Regan McGee, and Scott Walters – who are accomplished business leaders committed to openness and transparency in their dialogue with MediPharm Labs shareholders. In particular, they are prepared to answer any questions or address any concerns shareholders might have – even if they are difficult. This is a stark contrast to MediPharm Lab's current Board and management team, which has avoided answering for their failures, including not holding a shareholder call for three quarters and not answering any of the questions Apollo put forth before the first quarter 2025 financial results call. Apollo Capital believes a wholesale Board change at MediPharm Labs is the only path forward, and that shareholders must act now before it's too late. At , shareholders can also sign up for important campaign updates. To access Apollo Capital's Circular and related proxy materials, including a proxy or voting instruction form, visit SEDAR+ at Contacts For Shareholders: Carson Proxy North American Toll-Free Phone: 1-800-530-5189 Local or Text Message: 416-751-2066 (collect calls accepted) E: [email protected] For Media: Nathaniel Garnick/Mark Semer/Grace Cartwright Gasthalter & Co. +1 (212) 257-4170 [email protected] Legal Disclosures Information in Support of Public Broadcast Exemption under Canadian Law In connection with the Annual Meeting, Apollo Capital has filed an amended and restated dissident information circular (the "Circular") in compliance with applicable corporate and securities laws. Apollo Capital has provided in, or incorporated by reference into, this press release the disclosure required under section 9.2(4) of NI 51-102 – Continuous Disclosure Obligations ("NI 51-102") and the corresponding exemption under the Business Corporations Act (Ontario), and has filed the Circular, available under MediPharm's profile on SEDAR+ at The Circular contains disclosure prescribed by applicable corporate law and disclosure required under section 9.2(6) of NI 51-102 in respect of Apollo Capital's director nominees, in accordance with corporate and securities laws applicable to public broadcast solicitations. The Circular is hereby incorporated by reference into this press release and is available under MediPharm's profile on SEDAR+ at The registered office of the Company is 151 John Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada L4N 2L1. SHAREHOLDERS OF MEDIPHARM ARE URGED TO READ THE CIRCULAR CAREFULLY BECAUSE IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Investors and shareholders are able to obtain free copies of the Circular and any amendments or supplements thereto and further proxy circulars at no charge under MediPharm's profile on SEDAR+ at In addition, shareholders are also able to obtain free copies of the Circular and other relevant documents by contacting Apollo Capital's proxy solicitor, Carson Proxy Advisors Ltd. ("Carson Proxy") at 1-800-530-5189, local (collect outside North America): 416-751-2066 or by email at [email protected]. Proxies may be revoked in accordance with subsection 110(4) of the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) by a registered shareholder of Company shares: (a) by completing and signing a valid proxy bearing a later date and returning it in accordance with the instructions contained in the accompanying form of proxy; (b) by depositing an instrument in writing executed by the shareholder or by the shareholder's attorney authorized in writing; (c) by transmitting by telephonic or electronic means a revocation that is signed by electronic signature in accordance with applicable law, as the case may be: (i) at the registered office of the Company at any time up to and including the last business day preceding the day the Annual Meeting or any adjournment or postponement of the Annual Meeting is to be held, or (ii) with the chair of the Annual Meeting on the day of the Annual Meeting or any adjournment or postponement of the Annual Meeting; or (d) in any other manner permitted by law. In addition, proxies may be revoked by a non-registered holder of Company shares at any time by written notice to the intermediary in accordance with the instructions given to the non-registered holder by its intermediary. It should be noted that revocation of proxies or voting instructions by a non-registered holder can take several days or even longer to complete and, accordingly, any such revocation should be completed well in advance of the deadline prescribed in the form of proxy or voting instruction form to ensure it is given effect in respect of the Annual Meeting. The costs incurred in the preparation and mailing of any circular or proxy solicitation by Apollo Capital and any other participants named herein will be borne directly and indirectly by Apollo Capital. However, to the extent permitted under applicable law, Apollo Capital intends to seek reimbursement from the Company of all expenses incurred in connection with the solicitation of proxies for the election of its director nominees at the Annual Meeting. This press release and any solicitation made by Apollo Capital is, or will be, as applicable, made by such parties, and not by or on behalf of the management of the Company. Proxies may be solicited by proxy circular, mail, telephone, email or other electronic means, as well as by newspaper or other media advertising and in person by managers, directors, officers and employees of Apollo Capital who will not be specifically remunerated therefor. In addition, Apollo Capital may solicit proxies by way of public broadcast, including press release, speech or publication and any other manner permitted under applicable Canadian laws, and may engage the services of one or more agents and authorize other persons to assist it in soliciting proxies on their behalf. Apollo Capital has entered into an agreement with Carson Proxy Advisors ("Carson Proxy") for solicitation and advisory services in connection with the solicitation of proxies for the Meeting, for which Carson Proxy will receive a fee not to exceed $250,000, together with reimbursement for reasonable and out-of-pocket expenses. Apollo Capital has also engaged Gasthalter & Co. LP ("G&Co") to act as communications consultant to provide Apollo Capital with certain communications, public relations and related services, for which G&Co will receive a minimum fee of US$75,000 in addition to a performance fee of US$250,000 in the event that Apollo Capital's nominees make up a majority of the Board following the Annual Meeting, plus excess fees, related costs and expenses. No member of Apollo Capital nor any of their associates or affiliates has or has had any material interest, direct or indirect, in any transaction since the beginning of the Company's last completed financial year or in any proposed transaction that has materially affected or will or would materially affect the Company or any of the Company's affiliates. No member of Apollo Capital nor any of their associates or affiliates has any material interest, direct or indirect, by way of beneficial ownership of securities or otherwise, in any matter to be acted upon at the Annual Meeting, other than setting the number of directors, the election of directors, the appointment of auditors and the approval of the ordinary resolution approving, among other things, the Company's amended and restated equity incentive plan dated May 8, 2025 and the unallocated awards available thereunder. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward‐looking statements. All statements contained in this filing that are not clearly historical in nature or that necessarily depend on future events are forward‐looking, and the words "anticipate," "believe," "expect," "estimate," "plan," and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward‐looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations of Apollo Capital and currently available information. They are not guarantees of future performance, involve certain risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict, and are based upon assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. All forward-looking statements contained herein are made only as of the date hereof and Apollo Capital disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any such forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that subsequently occur, or of which Apollo Capital hereafter becomes aware, except as required by applicable law.
