JTR GreenSpace Brands Inc

Pender Growth Fund Inc. (TSXV: PTF) (“Pender Growth Fund” or the “Company”) announces today that it has received approval from the TSX Venture Exchange and closed the previously announced acquisition of approximately $1M in debt of GreenSpace Brands Inc. (TSXV: JTR) (“GreenSpace”).

See the Company’s October 5, 2021 press release at the following link for additional details regarding the transaction: https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2021/10/05/2308880/0/en/Pender-Growth-Fund-Announces-Purchase-of-GreenSpace-Brands-Debt.html

About Pender Growth Fund Inc.Pender Growth Fund Inc. is an investment company with the objective of achieving long-term capital appreciation for its investors. The company utilizes its small capital base and long-term horizon to invest in unique investments; primarily small cap, special situations, and illiquid public and private companies. The company trades on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol “PTF”.

Please visit www.pendergrowthfund.com.

For further information, please contact:Tony RautavaPenderFund Capital Management Ltd.(604) 653-9625Toll Free: (866) 377-4743trautava@penderfund.com

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