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Code and Corporate Governance

Environmental, Social & Governance

 At GraceKennedy (GK), integrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles into our business is a core tenet of our responsible management philosophy. Doing so helps us create long-term stakeholder value, contribute to inclusive and sustainable outcomes, and support the well-being of the communities we serve around the world. Click the link below to download …

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Disclosure Policy

The objective of this Disclosure Policy is to ensure that all communications to the public of Material Information concerning the business and affairs of GraceKennedy Limited. Click the link below to download GraceKennedy’s Disclosure Policy Download  

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Articles of Incorporation

GraceKennedy’s Articles of Incorporation.

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Whistle Blowing

GraceKennedy is committed to providing an environment that promotes the highest levels honesty, integrity and ethical conduct.

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Compensation Sub Committee – Terms of Reference

The Compensation Sub-Committee (“the Sub-Committee”) of the Corporate Governance & Nomination Committee (“the Corporate Governance Committee” or “the Committee”) shall discharge the Committee’s responsibilities relating to the Total Compensation (defined as compensation, benefits and perquisites) of the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and other Senior Executives in a manner consistent with and in support of the …

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Terms of Reference – Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee

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Terms of Reference – Directors GraceKennedy Ltd.

These terms of reference shall apply to the Directors of GraceKennedy Limited and it is recommended that terms of reference in similar form be adopted by subsidiary companies of GraceKennedy Limited. The provisions relating to Directors Duties and Responsibilities and other provisions reflect the position of Jamaican law. Where applicable the provisions of law in …

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Audit Committee – Terms of Reference

The Committee shall be appointed by the Board from the directors of the Company and shall comprise no more than 6 or less than 3 members all of whom shall be non-executive directors who are financially literate and the majority of whom are identified by the Board as independent.

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Flexible Work Arrangement

This Company is committed to excellence of service delivery while creating mutually beneficial and enduring employment relationships that recognize and facilitate the ability of employees to fulfil their personal needs and responsibilities (including family responsibilities, educational activities, volunteering and wellness activities).

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Dividend

GraceKennedy Limited has adopted a dividend policy intended to enhance the Company’s strategic growth initiatives and to accelerate the creation of additional shareholder value.

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Insider Trading

Under the Securities laws of Jamaica, and other countries in which the company operates, it is illegal for persons who have “insider information” in relation to a publicly listed company to deal in such company’s securities. Breach of these laws can result in criminal liability for the employee as well as the company and for …

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Risk

Risk is inherent in all our business and personal activities. As a result, we are constantly trying to manage risk in our day-to-day lives. It is not always possible or indeed desirable to eliminate all risk in developing and executing business strategies, however, there are some risks that can and should be managed. It is …

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Corporate Social Responsibility

GraceKennedy Limited is committed to maintaining the highest standards of corporate social responsibility in our business activities and dealings. We are guided by the highest of ethical standards in our business decisions and relationships with others and jealously guard our reputation for “honesty, integrity and trust”. We are committed to providing quality products and services …

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Code of Ethics

GraceKennedy Code of Ethics & Guidelines for Business Conduct, which has been published by the Board of Directors of the Company, continues to be based on these values, traditions and philosophies and provides the guidelines for conduct for our directors, employees and agents throughout the Group. In some cases the principles outlined in this document …

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Corporate Governance Code Policy

GraceKennedy’s Corporate Governance principles were compiled with reference to the UK Corporate Governance Code issued in 2018, the Private Sector Organization of Jamaica’s Code on Corporate Governance and the Corporate Governance Guidelines set out in the Jamaica Stock Exchange Rules and were adopted by the Board of Directors of GraceKennedy Limited. Click the link below …

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