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Jamieson Wellness holders approve C$2.5bn sale to Kirin

The Japanese drinks and health group moves closer to owning Canada's largest vitamin brand.

M&A News deals deskConsumer · Canada30 Sept 2026

Shareholders in Jamieson Wellness approved Kirin Holdings' C$45.75-per-share cash acquisition on 30 September 2026, with about 70.5% of votes cast in favour. The deal values Jamieson at roughly C$2.5bn including debt.

Jamieson Wellness website: jamiesonwellness.com

Market context

Kirin agreed the deal in August 2026 as part of a push into health and wellness. Nearly 30% of votes went against it, but both required approval thresholds were met, and the court approved the arrangement on 5 October.