Bird Announces Changes to Board of Directors and Voting Results for the Election of Directors

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, May 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bird Construction Inc. (TSX: BDT) is pleased to announce the election of one new member to its Board of Directors (the "Board"). Ms. Sophia Saeed was elected as a member of the Board following Bird's 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on May 14, 2024. Ms. Saeed is an independent director and brings valuable experience and expertise to complement the capabilities of the Board.

Mr. Arni Thorsteinson announced his retirement from the Board and as such did not seek re-election. Mr. Thorsteinson served on the Board for more than three decades before his retirement, leaving an indelible mark on the Company with his substantial contributions during his impressive tenure.

"I am delighted to welcome Sophia to the Board. Sophia is a seasoned professional with a demonstrated history of making significant contributions to mature, well-run businesses. She has excellent experience related to mergers and acquisitions as well as capital markets. Her expertise aligns seamlessly with the existing Board and promises to enhance our strategic vision and priorities. I am confident that her fresh insights will inject new energy and fortify our prospects for future success," stated Mr. Paul Raboud, Chair of the Board. "On behalf of the entire Board, as well as management, staff, and all stakeholders, I express heartfelt gratitude to Arni for his steadfast commitment and significant contributions throughout his remarkable tenure."

The Board will continue to ensure its composition includes a diversity of perspectives and is well aligned to support management in executing the next phase of the Company's growth.

Each of the nominees listed in the Management Information Circular dated March 21, 2024 was elected as a Director of the Company to hold office until the next annual meeting of shareholders or until his or her successor is duly elected or appointed. The results are as follows:

Nominee	Votes in Favour %		Votes Withheld %
J. Richard Bird	92.24	%	7.76	%
Karyn A. Brooks	99.89	%	0.11	%
Steven L. Edwards	99.84	%	0.16	%
J. Kim Fennell	99.22	%	0.78	%
Jennifer F. Koury	99.19	%	0.81	%
Terrance L. McKibbon	99.90	%	0.10	%
Gary Merasty	99.21	%	0.79	%
Luc J. Messier	93.01	%	6.99	%
Paul R. Raboud	98.64	%	1.36	%
Sophia Saeed	99.86	%	0.14	%

The final voting results on all matters voted on at the Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders have been posted on the Company's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.