Midland Commences a Gold Exploration Program on Its Caniapisc Au Project, James Bay

Core Viewpoint - Midland Exploration Inc. has initiated an exploration program for gold at its Caniapisc Au project, which includes geological mapping, prospecting, and an extensive soil sampling program to validate historical gold anomalies and assess the project's gold potential [1][3][5]. Exploration Program - The summer 2025 exploration program is set to begin in early June, involving geological mapping and a soil sampling program with a total of 400 soil samples planned at 200-meter spacing along lines spaced at 400 meters [3]. - A reconnaissance campaign in 2024 validated three historical till gold anomalies and conducted a geological assessment, completing a survey with five till samples [4]. Geological Findings - Results from the five till samples confirmed historical gold anomalies, with one sample returning 100 gold grains per 10 kg of till, indicating a strong anomaly [5]. - Additional samples showed 59 gold grains per 10 kg of till, with three strong gold anomalies observed in the fine fraction of the till, suggesting multiple distinct gold sources in the area [5]. Prospecting Results - Prospecting work in 2024 identified boulder fields and outcrops, with 47 out of 55 grab samples collected near historical gold anomalous tills yielding anomalous gold values ranging from 0.10 to 0.75 g/t Au [6]. - The mineralization is primarily associated with sedimentary host rocks, with pyrite and silica alteration being prevalent [6]. Project Location and Geological Context - The Caniapisc Au project is located within the Ashuanipi Subprovince, characterized by a volcanosedimentary belt, and is strategically positioned north of historical mineralization showings [7]. - Historical exploration has indicated the potential for various mineralization types in the surrounding area, including volcanogenic and porphyry deposits [7]. Quality Control and Analysis - Rock samples from the project were analyzed using industry-standard methods, ensuring quality control through the use of standards and blanks [8][9].