Kolibri Global Energy Inc.

04/24/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/24/2024 12:27

Notice of Change of Auditors of Kolibri Global Energy Inc - Form 6-K

Re: Notice of Change of Auditors of Kolibri Global Energy Inc.

We have read the Notice of Kolibri Global Energy Inc. dated February 18, 2024 and are in agreement with the statements contained in such Notice.

Yours very truly,

/s/ KPMG LLP

Chartered Professional Accountants

Calgary, Canada

KPMG LLP, an Ontario limited liability partnership and member firm of the KPMG global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Limited, a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG Canada provides services to KPMG LLP.

February 22, 2024

British Columbia Securities Commission

Alberta Securities Commission

Ontario Securities Commission

Manitoba Securities Commission

Dear Sirs/Mesdames:

Re: Kolibri Global Energy Inc. (the "Company")

As required by National Instrument 51-102, we have reviewed the information contained in the Company's Notice of Change in Auditors dated February 18, 2024. Based on our knowledge of such information at this date, we agree with the statements set out in the Notice that pertains to our firm.

Very truly yours,

/s/ Marcum LLP

Marcum LLP

Marcum LLP ■ 6002 Rogerdale Road ■ Suite 300 ■ Houston, Texas 77072 ■ Phone 281.223.5500 ■ www.marcumllp.com

KOLIBRI GLOBAL ENERGY INC.

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF AUDITOR PURSUANT TO SECTION 4.11 OF NATIONAL INSTRUMENT 51-102

February 18, 2024

British Columbia Securities Commission

Alberta Securities Commission

Ontario Securities Commission

Manitoba Securities Commission

KPMG LLP

Marcum LLP

Dear Sirs/Mesdames:

Re: Notice Regarding Change of Auditor Pursuant to Section 4.11 of National Instrument 51-102 - Continuous Disclosure Obligations ("NI 51-102")

This Notice of Change of Auditor (the "Notice") is hereby given by Kolibri Global Energy Inc. (the "Company") pursuant to NI 51-102. The Company gives notice as follows:

1. KPMG LLP (the "Former Auditor") has resigned as auditor of the Company effective September 29, 2023.
2. The Former Auditor resigned as auditor due to California licensing restrictions that were created upon filing the Company's initial 40-F registration statement with the SEC in order to be listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange.
3. The Company has subsequently appointed Marcum LLP (the "Successor Auditor") as auditor of the Company, with such appointment being effective as of February 18, 2024 until the close of the next annual general meeting of the shareholders of the Company.
4. The audit committee of the Company (the "Audit Committee") has considered the resignation of the Former Auditor as the Company's auditor and recommended the appointment of the Successor Auditor as the Company's auditor.
5. The resignation of the engagement of the Former Auditor and the appointment of the Successor Auditor have been approved by the board of directors (the "Board") of the Company upon recommendation of the Audit Committee.
6. There were no modifications of opinion by the Former Auditor in the Auditor's Reports of the two most recently completed fiscal years ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021.
7. To the knowledge of the Board, no "reportable event" as that term is defined in Section 4.11 of NI 51-102 has occurred in connection with the audit of the two most recently completed fiscal years or for any period subsequent to the most recently completed fiscal period for which an Auditors' Report was issued.

DATED the 18 day of February, 2024.

KOLIBRI GLOBAL ENERGY INC.
Per: "/s/ Gary Johnson"
Name: Gary Johnson
Title: CFO & VP

SCHEDULE "C"

BOARD OF DIRECTORS TERMS OF REFERENCE

The Board of Directors (the "Board") of Kolibri Global Energy Inc. (the "Corporation") shall have the oversight responsibility, authority and specific duties as described below.

Composition

Directors and Chairman of the Board

The Board shall appoint a Chairman of the Board (the "Chairman") and, if the Chairman is not independent, an independent lead director (the "Lead Director") from amongst the directors which comprise the Board shall be appointed as soon as practicable.

To ensure efficient, independent functioning of the Board, the Chairman or, if a Lead Director has been appointed, the Lead Director shall be the effective leader of the Board. As such, the Chairman or the Lead Director, as applicable, is responsible for ensuring that the Board's agenda enables the Board to successfully carry out its duties. The Chairman shall act as chair of all meetings of the Board and shareholders of the Corporation.

Committees

In addition to any other committees (including special committees) which the Board may in its discretion constitute from time to time, the Board shall have the following standing committees:

- Audit Committee
- Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee
- Compensation Committee
- HS&E Committee

Certain of the responsibilities of the Board may be delegated to these or other committees of the Board. The composition and responsibilities of these standing committees and any other standing committees of the Board will be as set forth in their terms of reference, as amended from time to time, and approved by the Board. Until such time as when a Nominating, Environment, Health and Safety or Reserves Committee is established, the Board shall be responsible for all such matters as provided in each committee's terms of reference.

Committee members shall be appointed by the Board. The chair of each committee may be designated by the Board or, failing that, by the members of the particular committee. At each meeting of the Board, the chair of each committee (or such committee member as the chair may designate) shall report the results of meetings and any associated recommendations.

Communication

To ensure that the Corporation has in place policies and programs that enable the Corporation to communicate effectively and in a timely manner with its shareholders, other stakeholders, analysts and the public generally, the Board has adopted a Corporate Disclosure Policy. The Board will review the Corporate Disclosure Policy annually to ensure its objectives are being achieved and that the Disclosure Committee is effectively implementing such policy.

Meetings and Record Keeping

Meetings of the Board shall be conducted pursuant to the Company's articles. The following additional provisions shall apply to meetings of the Board:

1. the Board shall meet regularly and at least quarterly at such times and at such locations as the Chairman, in consultation with the Lead Director (if one), shall determine;
2. each member of the Board is expected to attend Board meetings and meetings of committees on which he or she is a member and to be familiar with deliberations and decisions as soon as possible after any missed meetings. Members of the Board are expected to prepare for meetings by reviewing the meeting materials distributed to members of the Board, to the extent feasible, prior to such meetings;
3. the independent directors of the Board shall regularly hold in camera sessions of the Board, with only independent directors present and at such times as the independent directors, Chairman or Lead Director (if one) determine advisable;
4. the Chairman shall, in consultation with the Lead Director (if one) and management, establish the agenda for the meetings and instruct management to circulate appropriate agenda materials to the Board with sufficient time for study prior to the meeting;
5. Management shall receive notice of meetings and may attend meetings of the Board at the invitation of the Chairman or Lead Director (if one);
6. the Corporate Secretary of the Corporation, or any other person selected by the Board, shall act as secretary for the purpose of recording the minutes of each meeting.

The minutes of the meeting of the Board shall be placed in the Corporation's minute book.

Responsibilities and Specific Duties

In accordance with applicable laws, the Board is required to always act honestly and in good faith with a view to the best interests of the Corporation.

The Board is responsible for the stewardship of the Corporation and overseeing the operation of the business of the Corporation. The primary responsibilities of the Board include:

1. to the extent feasible, satisfying itself as to the integrity of the Chief Executive Officer (the "CEO") and other executive officers and that the CEO and other executive officers create a culture of integrity throughout the Corporation;
2. adopting a strategic planning process and approving, at least on an annual basis, a strategic plan for the Corporation which takes into account, among other things, the opportunities and principal risks of the business;
3. identifying, on at least an annual basis, the principal risks of the Corporation's business, and ensuring appropriate systems are implemented to manage these risks;
4. providing continuing education opportunities for all directors so they may maintain or enhance their skills and abilities as directors, as well as ensure their knowledge and understanding of the Corporation's business remains current;
5. adopting a succession plan which includes the appointing, training and monitoring of senior management;
6. adopting and reviewing on an annual basis the Corporation's Corporate Disclosure Policy to ensure that disclosure made by the Corporation is accurate, informative, timely and broadly disseminated all in accordance with applicable laws and stock exchange rules;
7. ensuring that the Corporation has appropriate processes in place to effectively communicate with its employees, government authorities, other stakeholders and the public;
8. ensuring the necessary internal controls and management systems are in place that effectively monitor the Corporation's operations and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies, including reviewing on an annual basis the controls and procedures established for the certification of financial and other disclosure made by the Corporation;
9. developing clear position descriptions for the Chairman, the Lead Director (if one), the chairs of each committee and, in consultation with the CEO, the CEO;
10. developing or approving the corporate goals and objectives that the CEO is responsible for meeting;
11. monitoring compliance with the Code of Business Conduct;
12. establishing an appropriate system of corporate governance principles and guidelines applicable to the Corporation, including:
(a) reviewing periodically the size of the Board to ensure its continued effectiveness (including, without limitation, facilitating effective decision-making);
(b) regularly assessing the effectiveness and contribution of the Board, its committees and each member of the Board considering, among other things, the applicable terms of reference for the Board and each committee and in the case of each member of the Board, the competencies and skills each member is expected to bring to the Board; and
(c) reviewing periodically the general responsibilities and function of the Board and its committees and the chair of each committee, and the roles of the Chairman, Lead Director (if one) and the CEO; and
13. reviewing the annual corporate governance disclosure of the Corporation in its information circular.

Stakeholder Communication

Any stakeholder may contact the Board. Matters relating to the Corporation's accounting, internal accounting control or audit matters will be referred to the Audit Committee. Other matters will be referred to the Chairman or the Lead Director (if one). Stakeholders may also directly contact the Chairman or the Lead Director (if one).

Review of Terms of Reference

The Board shall review and assess these Terms of Reference and any governance principles and guidelines established by the Board at least annually.

Amendments adopted by the Board of Directors on April 29, 2011.

SCHEDULE "D"

AUDIT COMMITTEE CHARTER

I. Mandate

The primary function of the audit committee (the "Committee") is to assist the Board of Directors in fulfilling its financial oversight responsibilities by reviewing the financial reports and other financial information provided by the Company to regulatory authorities and shareholders, the Company's systems of internal controls regarding finance and accounting, and the Company's auditing, accounting and financial reporting processes. Consistent with this function, the Committee will encourage continuous improvement of, and should foster adherence to, the Company's policies, procedures and practices at all levels. The Committee's primary duties and responsibilities are to:

Serve as an independent and objective party to monitor the Company's financial reporting and internal control system and review the Company's financial statements.
Review and appraise the performance of the Company's external auditors.
Provide an open avenue of communication among the Company's auditors, financial and senior management and the Board of Directors.

II. Composition

The Committee shall be comprised of three directors as determined by the Board of Directors, all of whom shall independent, as such term is defined in National Instrument 52-110 - Audit Committees.

All members of the Committee shall have accounting or related financial management expertise. All members of the Committee that are not financially literate will work towards becoming financially literate to obtain a working familiarity with basic finance and accounting practices. For the purposes of the this Charter, the definition of "financially literate" is the ability to read and understand a set of financial statements that present a breadth and level of complexity of accounting issues that are generally comparable to the breadth and complexity of the issues that can presumably be expected to be raised by the Company's financial statements.

The members of the Committee shall be elected by the Board of Directors at its first meeting following the annual shareholders' meeting. Unless a Chair is elected by the full Board of Directors, the members of the Committee may designate a Chair by a majority vote of the full Committee membership.

III. Meetings

The Committee shall meet at least quarterly, or more frequently as circumstances dictate. As part of its job to foster open communication, the Committee will meet at least annually with the Chief Financial Officer and the external auditors in separate sessions.

IV. Responsibilities and Duties

To fulfill its responsibilities and duties, the Committee shall:

Review of Reports, Policies and Procedures

1. Review and update this Charter annually.
2. Review the Company's financial statements, MD&A and any annual and interim earnings press releases before the Company publicly discloses this information and any reports or other financial information (including quarterly financial statements), which are submitted to any governmental body, or to the public, including any certification, report, opinion, or review rendered by the external auditors.
3. Review with management and make recommendations to the Board in respect of the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company's financial risk management procedures.
4. Review the monitoring of the Whistleblower Policy for the submission, receipt, retention and treatment of complaints and concerns regarding accounting and auditing matters, and review any developments and responses on reports received thereunder.

External Auditors

5. Review annually the performance of the external auditors and ensure their independence after reviewing all significant relationships they might have with the Company.
6. Take, or recommend that the full Board of Directors take, appropriate action to oversee the independence of the external auditors.
7. Recommend to the Board of Directors the selection and, where applicable, the replacement of the external auditors nominated annually for shareholder approval.
8. At each meeting, consult with the external auditors, without the presence of management, about the quality of the Company's accounting principles, internal controls and the completeness and accuracy of the Company's financial statements.
9. Review and approve the Company's hiring policies regarding partners, employees and former partners and employees of the present and former external auditors of the Company.
10. Review with management and the external auditors the audit plan for the year-end financial statements and intended template for such statements.
11. Review and pre-approve all audit and audit-related services and the fees and other compensation related thereto, and any non-audit services, provided by the Company's external auditors. The pre- approval requirement is waived with respect to the provision of non-audit services if:
i. the aggregate amount of all such non-audit services provided to the Company constitutes not more than five percent of the total amount of revenues paid by the Company to its external auditors during the fiscal year in which the non-audit services are provided;
ii. such services were not recognized by the Company at the time of the engagement to be non-audit services; and
iii. such services are promptly brought to the attention of the Committee by the Company and approved prior to the completion of the audit by the Committee or by one or more members of the Committee who are members of the Board of Directors to whom authority to grant such approvals has been delegated by the Committee. Provided the pre-approval of the non-audit services is presented to the Committee's first scheduled meeting following such approval such authority may be delegated by the Committee to one or more independent members of the Committee.

Financial Reporting Processes

12. In consultation with the external auditors, review with management the integrity of the Company's financial reporting process, both internal and external.
13. Consider the external auditors' judgments about the quality and appropriateness of the Company's accounting principles as applied in its financial reporting.
14. Consider and approve, if appropriate, changes to the Company's auditing and accounting principles and practices as suggested by the external auditors and management.
15. Review significant judgments made by management in the preparation of the financial statements and the view of the external auditors as to appropriateness of such judgments.
16. Following completion of the annual audit, review separately with management and the external auditors any significant difficulties encountered during the course of the audit, including any restrictions on the scope of work or access to required information.
17. Review any significant disagreement among management and the external auditors in connection with the preparation of the financial statements.
18. Review with the external auditors and management the extent to which changes and improvements in financial or accounting practices have been implemented.
19. Review certification process.

Other

20. Review any related-party transactions.

V. Annual Work Plan

21. The Committee reviews and updates annually a work plan for the ensuing year which includes periodic review at specified times and periods of financial reporting and continuous disclosure documents and matters, internal controls and reporting, dealings with external auditors and other related matters.

This Audit Committee Charter was adopted by the Board of Directors of the Company on the 25th day of March, 2009, and was most recently updated on March 29, 2011.