Oddity Tech .(US:ODD) Thenewswire·2025-12-19 08:05Core Viewpoint - Vanguard Mining Corp. has engaged Hardline Exploration Ltd. to prepare an NI 43-101 Technical Report for its Brussels Creek Gold-Copper-Palladium Project, marking a significant step in advancing the project towards further exploration [1][2]. Project Development - The Brussels Creek Project is located in the Kamloops Mining District of British Columbia and is 100% owned by Vanguard Mining [1]. - A comprehensive surface sampling program was recently completed, with assay results pending, and the NI 43-101 Technical Report is expected to be finalized by the end of January 2026 [2][3]. - The 2025 sampling program followed up on a previous drill intercept of 5.08 g/tonne gold over 3.5 meters, reported in 2023, and included 21 rock samples and 127 soil samples [4]. Sampling and Analysis - All samples were sent to SGS Canada Inc. for analysis, utilizing industry-standard methods for gold and platinum group metals [5][8]. - The analytical results will be compiled and reviewed by the company's Qualified Person, with a focus on prioritizing targets for a potential 2026 drilling program [6]. Strategic Importance - The Brussels Creek Project is strategically located adjacent to New Gold Inc.'s New Afton Mine, enhancing its exploration potential within the prolific Quesnel Terrane [14]. - The region's strategic importance has been underscored by Coeur Mining Inc.'s recent acquisition of New Gold Inc. for US$7 billion, creating a combined mining company valued at US$20 billion [13]. Community Engagement - Vanguard Mining is committed to collaborating with the Stk'emlúpsemc te Secwépemc Nation, focusing on local employment, environmental stewardship, and transparent engagement throughout exploration activities [16]. Historical Context - Historical sampling from 1983-1984 identified a 200 m × 400 m anomalous zone with gold values up to 3.5 g/t, and recent grab samples have confirmed high-grade surface mineralization [19].