Yukon Metals Confirms Large Copper-Bearing System at the AZ Project

Core Insights - Yukon Metals Corp. has announced positive assay results from its inaugural 2025 drill program at the AZ Project, confirming copper and gold mineralization across two new areas: Chair Mountain and the Southeast Prospect [1][2][4] Drilling Program Overview - The drilling program consisted of five holes totaling 1,500 meters, targeting Chair Mountain and the Southeast Prospect [1] - Initial results support the geological models and suggest the presence of a larger mineralized system [2] Chair Mountain Drilling Results - Four holes were drilled at Chair Mountain, confirming copper mineralization within a structural corridor [4][5] - Significant assay results include 14.4 meters at 0.44% Cu in hole AZ25-001, with high-grade intervals up to 2.10% Cu over 0.9 meters [7][10] - The structural analysis indicates dominant southeast-striking vein orientations consistent with regional stress regimes [6][10] Southeast Prospect Drilling Results - Hole AZ25-004 targeted a zone of alteration and chalcopyrite mineralization, confirming the presence of porphyry-style alteration [9][15] - Although it did not return economic copper grades, it established a clear exploration target for follow-up drilling [15] Geological Insights - The exploration program confirmed multiple porphyry-style indicators, including potassic alteration and chalcopyrite-bearing veins [13] - A refined geological model shows a coherent intrusive-volcano sedimentary architecture consistent with porphyry-skarn systems [13] Next Steps - The company plans to conduct surface programs in September 2025 to refine exploration vectors and prioritize future targets [19] - Upcoming exploration will include geophysical surveys, such as induced polarization and high-resolution airborne magnetic surveys [20] Company Background - Yukon Metals is a well-financed exploration company with a portfolio of 17 projects covering over 43,000 hectares, focusing on copper, gold, silver, and critical metals [16][39] - The company is guided by an experienced leadership team with expertise in technical, financial, and Yukon-specific matters [16][39]