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American Rare Earths Commences Gold, Silver, Copper and Manganese Target Review at La Paz, Arizona
Globenewswire· 2026-03-24 12:03
Core Insights - American Rare Earths has engaged a US-based exploration and geoscience consultancy to conduct a comprehensive review of historical data and design a targeted follow-up work program focused on gold, silver, copper, and other non-rare earth critical minerals at its La Paz Project in Arizona [1][8] Group 1: Project Overview - The La Paz Project encompasses approximately 2,779 hectares (6,866 acres) of unpatented federal lode claims and an additional 260 hectares (640 acres) of state mineral lease, situated in a historically active mining jurisdiction [2] - The company aims to reassess the multi-commodity potential of the La Paz property, moving beyond the previous focus on rare earth elements [2] Group 2: Data Review and Methodology - The consultancy will lead a multi-phase technical review of historical data related to gold, silver, copper, and manganese, including geological mapping and reinterpretation of structures and alteration patterns [3] - Historical drill core and chip samples will be reviewed to identify untested or under-recognized zones of mineralization [4] - Historical geochemical datasets will be compiled and re-evaluated, focusing on pathfinders and anomalies associated with the targeted minerals [4] - An assessment of historic geophysical surveys will be conducted to identify structures that could host metallic mineralization [5] Group 3: Future Exploration Plans - Based on the data review, American Rare Earths may implement a focused exploration program in 2026 to test the most promising precious and base metal opportunities [6] - The exploration strategy will include detailed geological mapping, ground-based geochemical surveys, and selective ground geophysics to validate historical anomalies [7] - The company plans to integrate these work programs with ongoing rare earth element activities to leverage existing infrastructure and geological knowledge [7] Group 4: Strategic Vision - The CEO of American Rare Earths emphasized the potential to unlock additional value from the La Paz Project by adopting a multi-commodity approach to exploration [8] - The company aims to identify new targets for gold, silver, copper, and manganese, which would enhance its broader growth strategy in the US [8]
Nine Mile Metals Maintains Wedge Project Purchase Option with Third Anniversary Payments
TMX Newsfile· 2026-03-11 21:00
Core Viewpoint - Nine Mile Metals Ltd. has made its third anniversary payment under the Option Agreement to purchase 100% of the Wedge Project from Slam Exploration Ltd., indicating progress in its acquisition strategy and commitment to the project [1][2]. Financial Summary - The company has completed a cash payment of $40,000 and issued 300,000 common shares as part of the Option Agreement [2]. - A remaining payment of $50,000 and the issuance of 400,000 common shares is due in February 2027 to finalize the purchase [2]. Project Overview - The Wedge VMS Project spans 35.83 km² and includes the Wedge Mine, West Wedge, and Tribag Targets within an 8 km exploration trend [3]. - Recent drilling programs aim to demonstrate the economic viability of the Wedge Mine and suggest that the deposit may be larger and of higher grade than previously assessed [5][6]. Exploration and Development - The company has completed its Fall 2025 Wedge Mine Phase 2 Drill Program and is releasing certified drill results, which are expected to confirm the high-grade copper ore present [5][6]. - Future drilling plans include a Phase 3 Drill Program at the Wedge Mine and a 2026 Drill Program at the West Wedge and Tribag sites, focusing on high-priority VMS zones [8]. Market Engagement - Nine Mile Metals has entered into an agreement with Generation IACP Inc. for market-making and issuer services to enhance liquidity and monitor trading patterns of its shares [8][9]. - The agreement is set for an initial term of six months with a monthly fee of $8,500 CAD, increasing by 3% annually [9]. Company Background - Nine Mile Metals Ltd. is focused on VMS exploration in the Bathurst Mining Camp, New Brunswick, with a strategic emphasis on critical minerals essential for EV and green technologies [15].
Nine Mile Metals Announces Phase 1 Bulk Sample Update at Nine Mile Brook High Grade Lens of 13.71% CuEq over 15.10m
TMX Newsfile· 2026-03-02 13:00
Core Viewpoint - Nine Mile Metals Ltd. is advancing its Bulk Sample Metallurgical Analysis on the Nine Mile Brook VMS High Grade Lens in collaboration with SGS Canada and Glencore Canada, aiming to assess the metallurgical properties and potential for direct smelting options [1][4]. Summary by Sections Company Announcement - Nine Mile Metals Ltd. is conducting a Bulk Sample Metallurgical Analysis on the Nine Mile Brook VMS High Grade Lens with SGS Canada and Glencore Canada [1]. - The analysis will include sample preparation, assaying, mineralogical studies, and metallurgical testing [1]. Assay Results - The total intersection of the drill hole DDH-NM220004 is 15.10 meters with a Copper Equivalent (CuEq) of 13.71% [3]. - Specific high-grade samples from the drill program show significant values, including 20.81% CuEq over 1 meter and 18.76% CuEq over another sample [8]. Sample Collection and Analysis - Two representative samples, each weighing up to 1 tonne, will be collected from different sections of the high-grade lens for analysis [4]. - SGS will perform various tests including mineralogical scans, Bond Tests for hardness, and flotation tests to assess copper recovery [4]. Technological Collaboration - Glencore will utilize its proprietary IsaMILL™ technology for ultrafine grinding and metallurgical analysis [4]. - The collaboration aims to enhance the efficiency of the metallurgical testing process [4]. Future Plans - The company is excited to enter Phase 1 of the Bulk Sample Program, which is a significant milestone after extensive planning and analysis [6]. - Results from Phase 1 will be reported, and the company anticipates moving forward to Phase 2 [6]. Company Background - Nine Mile Metals Ltd. focuses on VMS exploration in the Bathurst Mining Camp, New Brunswick, targeting critical minerals essential for EV and green technologies [12].
Pan American Energy 2026 Winter Drill Program Update
Globenewswire· 2026-02-10 13:00
Core Viewpoint - Pan American Energy Corp. is set to initiate a winter 2026 diamond drilling program at its Tharsis Project in the Northwest Territories, Canada, aimed at validating high-priority targets for rare earth elements, niobium, and yttrium [1][2][8] Group 1: Drilling Program Details - The upcoming drill program will be the first to directly test subsurface targets at Tharsis, focusing on high-priority areas interpreted as potential carbonatite bodies [2][4] - The program is scheduled for March-April 2026 and will involve approximately 1,500 meters of diamond drilling across up to seven drillholes from three drill pads on Squalus Lake [4][5] - The primary objective is to confirm the presence of potential carbonatite and related intrusive phases, assessing their thickness, distribution, and geological characteristics [5][6] Group 2: Strategic Importance of Targeted Minerals - Yttrium is included in the U.S. Geological Survey's Critical Minerals List for 2025 and 2026 due to its significance in defense, aerospace, and energy sectors, with supply chains heavily concentrated in China [3] - Niobium is also strategically important for high-strength steels and superalloys, facing similar supply risks that necessitate expanded North American production [3] Group 3: Exploration and Future Planning - The drill program aims to generate high-quality drill core for modern analytical work, which will inform follow-on exploration planning and target refinement [7] - The drilling will be supported by a well-developed magnetic framework, prioritizing the northern intrusive center as a high-confidence initial test of the broader system [6]
Beyond Lithium Announces Name Change to Beyond Minerals Inc. and Welcomes Lawrence Tsang to its Board of Directors
TMX Newsfile· 2026-02-05 01:07
Core Viewpoint - Beyond Lithium Inc. is changing its name to Beyond Minerals Inc. to better reflect its expanded focus on critical minerals exploration, including rare earths, effective February 6, 2026 [1][3]. Group 1: Name Change Details - The name change was approved by shareholders during the annual general and special meeting on December 18, 2025, and the amendment was filed on January 29, 2026 [3]. - The company's stock symbols will remain unchanged, and there will be no consolidation of share capital, meaning existing share certificates will not be affected [4]. - The company's website domain will change to www.beyondminerals.ca as part of the rebranding [3]. Group 2: Management and Board Changes - Lawrence Tsang has been elected as a new director and is currently the President and CEO of Pluto Ventures Inc., with over 15 years of experience in the mining and metals industries [5][6]. - Tsang's expertise includes gold, silver, and base metals exploration, and he has been involved in various projects from early exploration to development [6]. Group 3: Company Overview - Beyond Minerals Inc. focuses on critical minerals exploration, with projects including the Ear Falls spodumene-bearing pegmatite project in Ontario and two exploration projects in British Columbia targeting rare earths and base metals [7]. - The company aims to expand its portfolio through staking, acquiring, or optioning additional properties and is seeking potential joint venture partners for non-dilutive working capital [7].
Belmont Resources Confirms Uranium and Rare Earth Element Potential at the Crackingstone Project Through Modern Re-Assaying
Thenewswire· 2026-02-03 13:00
Core Insights - The re-assaying of historic drill core at the Crackingstone Project has validated bedrock-hosted uranium mineralization and revealed a coherent rare earth element (REE) system, indicating potential for integrated uranium-REE exploration [2][11]. Exploration and Technical Highlights - The re-assaying program focused on intervals from 2008, confirming elevated uranium and REE concentrations, including zones with coincident enrichment [3][7]. - The project is strategically located in the Beaverlodge–Uranium City district, known for past uranium production, and benefits from existing infrastructure and favorable geology [4]. - Key technical highlights from the re-assaying program include multiple intervals with significant uranium and REE values, with specific samples showing high concentrations of both elements [5][6]. Analytical Methodology - Samples were analyzed using inductively coupled plasma–mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) for uranium and REEs, with results reported in parts per million (ppm) [6]. - The total rare earth elements (ΣREE) were measured from lanthanum to lutetium, including yttrium, and the light-to-heavy rare earth element ratio (LREE/HREE) was calculated for geochemical characterization [6]. Strategic Importance - The results support a broader exploration model that aligns with the growing global demand for nuclear fuel and critical minerals, highlighting the evolving landscape since the original drilling [8]. - The findings provide a strong technical foundation for refining exploration targeting and integrating uranium and REE vectors into future geological interpretations [9][11].
Total Metals commences Exploration Drilling on its Critical Minerals Electrolode Project - Red Lake, Ontario
Thenewswire· 2026-01-29 12:05
Core Viewpoint - Total Metals Corp. has initiated diamond drilling at its Electrolode critical minerals exploration project in Red Lake, Ontario, targeting high-potential mineral resources, including copper and gold [1][9]. Group 1: Exploration Program - The drill program will consist of a minimum of 5,500 meters aimed at confirming and expanding historic results, testing electromagnetic conductors, and assessing metal ratios for higher value copper-gold mineralization [2]. - The first phase targets the Arrow Zone and adjacent Garnet Zone, with plans to explore a 6-kilometer trend of discontinuous EM conductors [3]. - A complex fold pattern in the southwest area of the property, identified through 3D inversion modeling, suggests potential for higher copper grades and exploration opportunities [4]. Group 2: Resource and Target Assessment - The company considers historic resources as indicative of potential higher copper grades, with exploration focusing on structurally modified areas such as fold hinges [4]. - High-grade gold values have been documented in the D zone, with ongoing testing to determine the nature of these gold occurrences [4]. - The results from the current drill program will be crucial for prioritizing future exploration efforts aimed at resource expansion [4]. Group 3: Marketing and Financial Engagement - Total Metals has engaged i2i Marketing Group LLC for a one-month media services agreement, with a total consideration of US$250,000 for marketing services [5]. - The agreement can be extended on a month-to-month basis for the same amount, subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval [5]. - The company has granted 1,162,000 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) to directors, officers, and consultants, which will vest in 12 months [8]. Group 4: Company Overview - Total Metals Corp. owns the Electrolode Project, covering over 3,300 hectares in northwestern Ontario, targeting critical minerals and gold resources near major mining operations [9]. - The project is fully permitted for exploration drilling and includes 10 historic mineralized zones with significant expansion potential [9]. - The company also owns the High Lake and West Hawk Lake Projects, covering 958 hectares along the Manitoba/Ontario border, with significant exploration potential in the Purex Zone [9].
Germanium Mining Corp. Maiden Exploration and Reconnaissance Program at Azure Ridge Historical Mine Nevada, USA
Thenewswire· 2026-01-05 08:05
Core Viewpoint - Germanium Mining Corp. has initiated a field exploration program at the Azure Ridge Historical Mine in Nevada, focusing on the potential of critical minerals, particularly germanium and gallium [1][2][4]. Group 1: Exploration Program - A team led by geologist William Feyerabend and Amazona Enterprises has been deployed for reconnaissance at the Azure Ridge site [1]. - The exploration program aims to enhance the understanding of mineralization styles and identify priority target areas through detailed site reconnaissance and selective rock sampling [2][4]. - The program is structured to address geological questions related to host rock characteristics and mineralizing processes relevant to germanium and gallium [4]. Group 2: Technical Reporting - The company plans to collaborate with Amazona on preparing an NI 43-101 Technical Report, which will review historical information and the results of field activities [5]. - The report will emphasize the property's relevance within the North American critical minerals supply chain, particularly for germanium and gallium [5]. Group 3: Historical Context - The Azure Ridge Historical Mine, previously known as the Bonelli Mine, last reported production in 1918 and has remained largely inactive since then [7]. - Historical studies indicated the presence of fault-controlled, carbonate-hosted mineralization, with previous sampling revealing anomalous values of germanium, gallium, copper, lead, zinc, and cobalt [8][9].
Canamera Announces Closing of $1,120,000 Non-Brokered Private Placement
TMX Newsfile· 2025-12-22 21:48
Core Viewpoint - Canamera Energy Metals Corp. has successfully raised a total of approximately $5,570,000 since November 2025, with a recent non-brokered private placement contributing about $1,120,000 to this total [1][2]. Fundraising Details - The recent private placement involved the issuance of 2,000,000 flow-through units at a price of $0.56 per unit, each consisting of one common share and one-half of a warrant, with the whole warrant exercisable at $0.65 for 36 months [2]. - The proceeds from the private placement will be allocated to incur "Canadian exploration expenses" as defined by the Income Tax Act (Canada) [2]. Finder's Fees and Warrants - In connection with the private placement, the company paid $67,200 in cash finder's fees and issued a total of 120,000 finder's warrants to GloRes Securities Inc. and Marquest Asset Management Inc. [3]. Corporate Communications Engagement - The company has engaged InvestorBrandNetwork (IBN) for corporate communications services, agreeing to pay a fee of $25,000 USD per quarter for an initial term of 180 days [5][6]. - IBN specializes in content creation and digital engagement solutions, aiming to enhance the visibility and recognition of Canamera among diverse investor audiences [6]. Advertising Campaign - Canamera has also engaged RedChip Companies, Inc. to conduct a national TV advertising campaign, including 30-second ads on Fox Business National TV and CNBC from January 7, 2026, to January 21, 2026, for a fee of $85,000 [8]. Market-Making Services - The company has contracted Independent Trading Group Inc. (ITG) to provide market-making services, with a monthly fee of C$5,500 for a minimum term of one month [9][10]. - ITG specializes in market making and liquidity provision, aiming to improve the liquidity of Canamera's common shares [11]. Company Overview - Canamera Energy Metals Corp. is focused on critical minerals exploration, with a diversified portfolio that includes projects in uranium and rare earth elements across the Americas [12].
Tartisan Nickel Corp. Announces Rodren Drilling Has Mobilized Drill Crews and Equipment into the Kenbridge Nickel Copper Cobalt Project, Sioux Narrows, Northwestern, Ontario
Newsfile· 2025-12-05 12:50
Core Points - Tartisan Nickel Corp. has announced that Rodren Drilling has mobilized drill crews and equipment to the Kenbridge Nickel Copper Cobalt Project in Northwestern Ontario, marking the start of Phase 1 drilling [1][2][3] - The mobilization of drilling equipment and personnel is a significant step for the company as it progresses into the next stage of project development [3] - Tartisan Nickel Corp. is focused on critical minerals exploration and development, owning multiple projects in Ontario, including the Kenbridge Nickel Project [4] Company Overview - Tartisan Nickel Corp. is a Canadian-based company engaged in the exploration and development of critical minerals [4] - The company owns the Kenbridge Nickel Project, the Sill Lake Silver Property, and the Night Danger Turtle Pond project, all located in Ontario [4] - The common shares of Tartisan Nickel Corp. are listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange, with 140,674,041 shares outstanding [5]