Skeena Gold & Silver Secures the BC Mines Act Permit Following the Receipt of the Environmental Assessment Certificate for Eskay Creek

Core Viewpoint - Skeena Resources Limited has received its British Columbia Mines Act Permit for the Eskay Creek Gold-Silver Project, marking a significant step towards commercial development and operation of the project [1][2]. Group 1: Regulatory Approvals - The B.C. Major Mines Act permit is part of a joint permitting application under the British Columbia Mines Act and Environmental Management Act, with the EMA application currently under review [2]. - The company expects to receive the final EMA permit in February 2026, which will allow for initial production at Eskay Creek in the second quarter of 2027 [2]. Group 2: Project Overview - Eskay Creek is a past-producing mine located in the Golden Triangle of British Columbia and is projected to be one of the highest-grade and lowest-cost open-pit precious metals mines globally, with significant silver by-product production [3]. - The company is committed to sustainable mining practices and aims to foster positive relationships with Indigenous communities while delivering long-term value [3].