Recognizing the extraordinary cultural and historical value of these items—including the Company’s Royal Charter and other artifacts deeply intertwined with Canadian history—HBC and its financial advisor, Reflect Advisors, LLC, with the consent of the court-approved monitor, have determined to hold the Art Auction apart from the broader Sale and Investment Solicitation Process (SISP). This approach ensures that the care, consideration, and expertise required for these pieces can be fully prioritized through a separate process facilitated by a fine art auction house with the assistance of HBC and Reflect Advisors, LLC.