North American Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. Confirms Magnet REE and Niobium Mineralization at Blanchette, Bardy and Sabot Properties, Including 1.82% TREO and 0.14% Nb₂O₅

Core Insights - North American Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. has reported positive geochemical results from its Q4 2025 prospecting program, confirming the presence of magnet rare earth elements and niobium in its Québec properties, which are essential for clean energy and defense applications [1][9] Q4 2025 Prospecting Program and Results - The Q4 2025 program involved reconnaissance prospecting and selective outcrop sampling across the Blanchette, Bardy, and Sabot properties, with a total of 199 samples collected [3][4] - The twenty best assay results exceeded either the 0.10% TREO threshold or 500 ppm Nb₂O₅, indicating a fertile mineral system within the Grenville Province [3][4] - Notable results include a sample from Blanchette returning 1.82% TREO and 3,979.41 ppm MREO, while a sample from Bardy returned 0.319% TREO [5][4] Planned Follow-Up Work - The company plans to conduct follow-up soil-gas radon surveys and a backpack drilling program at Bardy and Blanchette to validate radon anomalies and refine targets [6][5] - A high-resolution magnetic survey is also planned to further define and prioritize target areas for subsequent exploration [6][5] Sampling and Analytical Methods - Rock grab samples were collected and analyzed using ALS method ME-MS71L, which includes ammonium bifluoride decomposition for multi-element geochemistry [7][4] - The company did not insert certified reference materials or blanks during the sampling process, relying on ALS's internal quality control procedures [8] Company Overview - North American Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. focuses on the acquisition and development of critical mineral assets, including properties in Québec that are strategically important for energy and defense applications [9][1]