FIL Limited Reports New 10.7% Stake in SunOpta Inc. (STKL)

FIL Limited, in conjunction with Pandanus Partners, L.P. and Pandanus Associates, Inc., has filed a Schedule 13G indicating a significant new ownership position in SunOpta Inc. (STKL). As of March 31, 2026, FIL Limited reported beneficial ownership of 12,612,784 shares of common stock, representing 10.7% of the company's total outstanding shares. This filing marks a substantial increase from a previous 0% holding. FIL Limited maintains sole dispositive power over the entire share count. The filing was made under Rule 13d-1(b), certifying that the shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer. The reporting entities are based in Bermuda and Delaware, and the acquisition reflects a major institutional commitment to the Eden Prairie-based healthy food and beverage company.