Critical One Closes Private Placement

Core Viewpoint - Critical One Energy Inc. has successfully closed a non-brokered financing, raising CDN$1,000,000 through the issuance of 2,500,000 units at CDN$0.40 per unit, which will be utilized for exploration activities and general expenses [1][4]. Financing Details - The financing involved the issuance of units, each consisting of one common share and one-half common share purchase warrant, with full warrants allowing the purchase of one common share at CDN$0.60 for 18 months [2]. - A director participated in the financing, acquiring 230,000 units for a total of CDN$92,000, qualifying as a related party transaction [2][3]. Regulatory Compliance - The company relied on exemptions from valuation and minority approval requirements under Multilateral Instrument 61-101, as the transaction did not exceed 25% of the company's market capitalization [3]. Use of Proceeds - Proceeds from the private placement are earmarked for exploration activities at the Howells Lake Antimony Gold Project and for general administrative expenses [4]. Company Overview - Critical One Energy Inc. focuses on critical minerals and upstream energy, with a strategic position to meet the rising global demand for critical minerals, particularly through its antimony-gold exploration in Canada and uranium interests in Namibia [5].