Pacific Bay Minerals Ltd. Announces $2 Million Private Placement to Advance Pereira-Velho Gold Project in Brazil and Extends Warrant Expiry Dates

Core Viewpoint - Pacific Bay Minerals Ltd. announces a non-brokered private placement to raise up to $2 million to advance the Pereira-Velho Gold Project in Brazil and extends the expiry dates of certain warrants [1][2][10]. Private Placement Details - The company plans to issue up to 20,000,000 units at a price of $0.10 per unit, aiming for gross proceeds of up to $2 million [3]. - Each unit consists of one common share and one common share purchase warrant, with the warrant exercisable at $0.15 for 24 months [4]. - An acceleration clause allows the company to expedite the expiry of the warrants if the trading price exceeds $0.25 for 20 consecutive trading days [4]. Use of Proceeds - Net proceeds will primarily fund the acquisition and exploration of the Pereira-Velho Gold Project in Alagoas State, Brazil [7]. - Remaining funds may be allocated for exploration on Canadian assets and general working capital [8]. Insider Participation - Certain insiders may participate in the offering, which will be treated as a related party transaction [9]. Warrant Extension - The company intends to extend the expiry of 7,365,873 warrants issued on July 20, 2022, from July 20, 2025, to July 20, 2026, pending TSXV approval [10]. Management Update - Elton Pereira has transitioned to the role of country manager for Brazil, aligning with the company's focus on the Pereira-Velho gold project [11].