Annual Shareholder Meeting Notice and Information Circular

This filing contains the Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders and the Management Information Circular for Canadian Solar Inc. The annual meeting is scheduled for June 30, 2026, to receive the audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, elect directors, and appoint auditors. The circular provides detailed information on the nominees for the board of directors, including their qualifications, experience, and shareholdings. It also outlines the voting procedures, proxy solicitations, and the appointment of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Certified Public Accountants LLP as auditors. Information regarding executive compensation, material contracts, and related party transactions is referenced from the company's Form 20-F filing. The board composition aims to balance experience with new perspectives, and the company does not have term limits for directors.