Trident Resources Commences 10,000 Metre Winter Drilling Program at the Contact Lake Gold Project in the La Ronge Gold Belt of Saskatchewan

Core Viewpoint - Trident Resources Corp. has initiated a 10,000-metre winter diamond drilling program at the Contact Lake Gold Project, aiming to confirm historical gold mineralization, expand known zones, and explore new targets based on updated geological interpretations [1][3]. Company Overview - Trident Resources Corp. is a Canadian public mineral exploration company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange, focusing on the acquisition, exploration, and development of advanced-stage gold and copper projects in Saskatchewan, Canada [10]. Drill Program Details - The 2026 winter drill program follows a successful 2025 drill program that intersected high-grade gold and broad zones of alteration and mineralization [3]. - The current drill program will consist of approximately 10,000 metres across up to 40 drill holes targeting high-priority zones identified through structural mapping, geophysical surveys, and historical data reviews [7]. - Drilling will occur on both land and ice-based locations at the Contact Lake target area, as well as at the adjacent Preview SW deposit [7]. Financial Position - The winter drill program is fully funded, with the company holding over $12 million in cash and marketable securities, ensuring a strong financial position to execute its exploration plans [5]. Historical Context - The Contact Lake site had not been explored for nearly 30 years prior to the 2025 drill program, indicating significant potential for new discoveries in the region [3].