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Approval of shareholder-sponsored proposals: Evidence from Canada

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  • Morgan, Angela & Wolf, Jack, 2007. "Approval of shareholder-sponsored proposals: Evidence from Canada," International Review of Financial Analysis, Elsevier, vol. 16(2), pages 136-151.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:finana:v:16:y:2007:i:2:p:136-151
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