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Benton Stakes Strategic Land at Its Dominion Lake Project with Base Metal Results in Historical Drilling
Newsfile· 2025-08-14 11:30
The Company is currently awaiting further gold and base metal results from its ongoing mapping and prospecting campaigns. In addition, permits have been received to conduct trenching work to expose any new zones and areas of interest for mapping and channel sampling in preparation for drilling later in the season. The Company acquired the Dominion Lake Project in 2024 after a large parcel of land became available for staking and has since assembled a substantial and highly prospective land position. August ...
Canada One Provides Review of Exploration at Friday Creek Zone, Copper Dome Project
Newsfile· 2025-08-13 12:38
Core Insights - Canada One Mining Corp. is advancing exploration at the Friday Creek Zone of its Copper Dome Project, leveraging a newly acquired five-year drill permit to enhance mineralization assessment and drill-target definition [3][4][24]. Exploration Highlights - The Friday Creek Zone is characterized as a high-grade copper, gold, platinum, and palladium area, with significant mineralization identified through rock and mobile metal ion (MMI) sampling [6][11]. - Two multi-element features were identified: the first measures approximately 450m by 400m, showing anomalous levels of copper, gold, silver, lead, zinc, and cobalt; the second is smaller at 250m by 110m, with anomalies in copper, gold, molybdenum, and cobalt [7][8][11]. Sampling Results - Rock sampling at the Friday Creek Prospect returned notable values, including a best sample with 10.65% copper, 4.89 g/t gold, and 10.4 g/t palladium; additional samples showed gold values ranging from 0.66 to 4.89 g/t, palladium from 4.6 to 10.5 g/t, and copper from 0.8 to 10.07% [9][11][18]. - The Ilk Showing, located 800 meters south-southeast of the Friday Creek Prospect, has shown promising mineralization with historical samples indicating up to 28.06% copper and 18.5 g/t gold [12][14]. Project Overview - The Copper Dome Project is strategically located adjacent to the producing Copper Mountain Mine, with historical drilling confirming high-grade copper presence [4][24]. - The project benefits from excellent infrastructure, allowing for year-round access and low-cost exploration, which is crucial for resource development [24][25]. Future Plans - Canada One plans to conduct further infill sampling and geophysical work to connect the Friday Creek Prospect with the Norma Showing, potentially creating a strike length of over 1200m [16][17].
Latin Metals Expands Para Copper Project, Peru
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-08-13 12:20
Core Insights - Latin Metals Inc. has acquired additional mineral rights for its Para copper project in southern Peru, expanding the project area and securing key drill targets [1][3][4] Acquisition Details - The newly acquired claim covers 300 hectares and was purchased for US$20,000 with no royalty obligations [7][9] - This acquisition consolidates a 100%-owned land position for the Para project, which now spans 2,200 hectares [12] Exploration and Data - Exploration data from Latin Metals, combined with historical data from Vale Exploration Peru, has defined multiple high-priority drill targets [3][10] - Vale had previously identified four priority drill targets and secured permits but did not conduct drilling [10] Project Development Plans - The company plans to initiate the drill permitting process shortly and is actively seeking a partner to fund and advance the project [4][7] - The Para project is located in Peru's Coastal Copper Belt, known for its favorable geology and infrastructure [12] Historical Context - Vale Exploration Peru conducted extensive groundwork on the Para project from 2013 to 2017, including geological mapping and geophysical surveys [10] - Latin Metals has validated and expanded upon Vale's work through systematic geochemical sampling [10][12]
Zacatecas Silver Launches 4,000-Metre Drill Program with Aggressive Focus on El Cristo Vein System and Regional Growth Strategy
Globenewswire· 2025-08-13 12:00
Announces Private Placement Financing of up to $2.5 Million The El Cristo vein system is interpreted as the northwestern extension of the prolific Veta Grande vein, which has reported - though unverified - historical production of over 200 million ounces of silver. The El Cristo system exhibits similar structural characteristics, vein orientation, and geological setting as Veta Grande, featuring a sigmoidal zone of dilation extending over 3 kilometres along strike and up to 600 metres in width. Multiple ste ...
Pacific Empire Reports Re-Assay Results up to 1.57m @ 0.93% Cu & 1.06 g/t Au, Updates Exploration Plan and Launches LiDAR Survey at Trident Copper-Gold Project
Newsfile· 2025-08-13 11:30
Core Insights - Pacific Empire Minerals Corp. reported re-assay results from historical drillhole 2008-01 at its Trident property, showing significant copper and gold values, including 1.57 metres grading 0.93% Cu and 1.06 g/t Au [1][3] - The company has initiated a high-resolution LiDAR survey to enhance drill pad planning for its 2025 diamond drill program [1][8] Re-Assay Results - The re-assay of historical drillhole 2008-01 returned significant mineralization, supporting the interpretation of a substantial copper-gold system at Trident [2][3] - Multiple samples from the re-assay returned elevated copper and gold values, indicating potential for higher-grade zones [5][6] LiDAR Survey - The LiDAR survey will provide accurate elevation and topographic data, aiding in the precise planning of drill pad locations and access routes [8][9] - This technology allows for detailed surface feature identification, which is critical for optimizing exploration efforts [9] Corporate Update - Pacific Empire has engaged Hillside Consulting and Media Inc. to enhance its marketing and investor relations efforts, with a focus on increasing public presence and investor engagement [10][12] - The engagement will last for up to four weeks, with a total payment of CAD 100,000 for the services [12] About Trident - The Trident property is an early exploration stage site with significant potential for copper-gold-silver mineralization, covering 6,618 hectares and accessible by vehicle [13][20] - Historical exploration has indicated the presence of mineralized porphyry dikes, which are associated with higher-grade mineralization [17]
Discovery of Copper Mineralization in 400 Metre Step-Out Drill Hole, Four Kilometres North of the Mount Polley Mill
Globenewswire· 2025-08-13 00:58
Core Viewpoint - Imperial Metals Corporation has reported significant mineralization discoveries at the Mount Polley mine, with notable copper and gold grades identified in a new exploration drill hole, FP-25-01, indicating potential for further exploration and resource expansion [1][3]. Exploration Results - Drill hole FP-25-01 intercepted two significant mineralized zones: - 7.0 metres grading 0.70% copper and 0.27 g/t gold starting at 383.0 metres - 20.0 metres grading 0.25% copper and 0.96 g/t gold starting at 417.5 metres [1][2]. - The hole was drilled 4.15 kilometres north of the operating Mount Polley mill and 1.2 kilometres from the previously mined Wight Pit, known for high copper grade ore [1][2]. Geological Insights - The mineralization is located 390 metres away from the nearest known mineralized hit, suggesting the potential for additional discoveries in the area [3]. - The presence of native copper in the intercept is unique and raises questions about similar mineralization styles nearby [3]. - The mineralized zones extend over a linear distance of more than 1,500 metres along an interpreted structural corridor, indicating a significant geological feature [3]. Future Exploration Potential - The extent of non-copper-gold bearing magnetite breccia below 437.5 metres suggests extensive hydrothermal activity, supporting further exploration in the surrounding area [3]. - Drilling has been suspended temporarily after the results from FP-25-01, with 16 additional drill holes previously designed to expand resources in the gold-rich C2 Zone [6]. Company Overview - Imperial Metals Corporation is based in Vancouver and operates the Mount Polley mine, along with other properties including the Huckleberry mine and the Red Chris mine [8].
Hi-View adds Bob Schafer as a Technical Advisor
Thenewswire· 2025-08-12 12:30
Core Insights - Hi-View Resources Inc. has appointed Bob Schafer to its Technical Advisor Team, bringing over 40 years of experience in the mineral industry [1][2][3] - Schafer's expertise will be instrumental in advancing the company's Toodoggone projects, particularly the Golden Stranger project, which is fully permitted with 45 drill-ready sites [3][5] - The company has a significant exploration potential, with historical drilling highlights showing 10 meters at 11.55 g/t gold and recent sampling yielding up to 111.5 g/t gold and 2,740 g/t silver [5] Company Overview - Hi-View Resources Inc. focuses on mineral exploration targeting gold, silver, and copper in the Toodoggone region of northern British Columbia, Canada [5] - The company's properties cover 9,749 hectares, including the Golden Stranger Property (2,669 hectares) and other claims [5] - A pre-NI 43-101 estimate indicates 498,905 tonnes at 2.74 g/t gold, showcasing the potential for future discoveries [5] Compensation and Engagement - In connection with his appointment, Schafer will receive a stock option grant of 100,000 stock options and 100,000 Restricted Share Units (RSUs) [3] - The company previously announced an engagement with Aktiencheck.de AG for a European marketing awareness program, set to feature on August 13, 2025 [4]
Integral Metals Provides Update on 2025 Drilling at the KAP Project
Globenewswire· 2025-08-12 12:00
Core Insights - Integral Metals Corp. has initiated its 2025 diamond drilling program at the KAP Project in the Northwest Territories, with the first hole completed to a depth of 86 meters and the second hole currently in progress [1][5] Group 1: Drilling Program Details - The company plans to conduct a staged program consisting of approximately six diamond drill holes aimed at testing high-priority extensions of historically drilled high-grade lead-zinc zones around the Main Showing area [2] - The first pad location has been selected to assess the central portion of the Main Showing, providing early insights into mineralization and geometry [3] - The second pad is designed to evaluate mineralization along and north of historical hole F-96-05, aiming to extend the strike and investigate discrepancies between historical drilling results [4] Group 2: Company Strategy and Goals - The drilling sequence is designed to be flexible, with early results guiding subsequent targeting, which may lead to an expansion of known zones at the Main Showing [5] - Integral Metals Corp. is focused on mineral exploration for critical minerals, including gallium and germanium, contributing to the development of a domestic supply chain for these minerals [8]
Blue Star Reports High-grade Surface Samples from Nutaaq, Axis and Twilight Drill Targets; 597 g/t and 134 g/t Au Returned from Nutaaq
Newsfile· 2025-08-12 12:00
Blue Star Reports High-grade Surface Samples from Nutaaq, Axis and Twilight Drill Targets; 597 g/t and 134 g/t Au Returned from Nutaaq August 12, 2025 8:00 AM EDT | Source: Blue Star Gold Corp. Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 12, 2025) - Blue Star Gold Corp. (TSXV: BAU) (OTCQB: BAUFF) (FSE: 5WP0) ("Blue Star" or the "Company"), a leading explorer in Canada's North, announces the completion of the pre-drilling Phase I Surface Exploration Program at its projects located in the High Lake ...
Onyx Gold Launches 2025 Exploration Program at King Tut in Yukon's Eastern Tombstone Belt
Newsfile· 2025-08-12 11:00
Core Viewpoint - Onyx Gold Corp. has launched its 2025 exploration program at the King Tut Property in Yukon's eastern Tombstone Gold Belt, focusing on advancing the Ra intrusion vein field discovery to refine future drill targets [1][4]. Exploration Program Details - The 2025 program will systematically evaluate the Ra target through detailed mapping and extensive channel and grab sampling to identify the most prospective zones for future drilling [2][12]. - The Ra intrusion, previously explored in 1996, features widespread gold-bearing quartz veins within a 3 x 2 km granitic body [5][8]. - An initial reconnaissance program in 2024 confirmed extensive sheeted vein fields at Ra, with a standout grab sample returning 25.1 g/t Au [4][9]. Recent Developments - On August 5, 2025, the company received approval for surface exploration and up to 5,000 meters of diamond drilling from 10 sites across King Tut [5]. - The 2025 field program commenced on August 9, 2025, and will be conducted over a 21-day period [5][12]. - The Ra target is located within a promising geological setting, comparable to Snowline Gold's Valley deposit, which is only 50 km away [6]. Historical Context and Future Plans - Previous fieldwork identified two large-scale gold-in-soil anomalies, Golden Mask and Main Tut, associated with separate intrusion-related gold systems [7]. - The company plans to continue its exploration efforts in both Yukon and Ontario simultaneously for the first time in its history [4][5]. - The Ra target has shown promising results, with prior drilling intersecting 1.0 g/t Au over 21 meters and surface grab samples up to 20.1 g/t Au [8][9]. Munro-Croesus Gold Property Update - The company has completed 40 drill holes totaling approximately 12,000 meters at the Munro-Croesus property in Ontario, focusing on extending known gold mineralization [13]. - A 150% increase in the drill program size from 10,000 to 25,000 meters has been approved based on strong results [14]. - The company is also launching a bedrock excavation program to expose the surface projection of gold mineralization at Munro-Croesus [15]. Acquisition and Financial Details - The TSX Venture Exchange has approved the mineral property purchase agreement for the Munro property, allowing the company to acquire a 100% interest through staged cash payments totaling $300,000 [16]. - A one-time bonus cash payment of $500,000 will be made if a mineral resource exceeding 500,000 ounces of gold is defined on the Munro Property within five years [16].