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Core Viewpoint - Canterra Minerals Corporation has appointed Matt Manson to its Board of Directors, bringing extensive experience in the mining sector, while also announcing the retirement of Michael Power from the Board [1][3]. Group 1: Appointment of Matt Manson - Matt Manson is a geologist and mining executive with over 30 years of international mining experience, including roles in exploration, permitting, mine development, financing, operations, and capital markets [2]. - Manson has previously served as President and CEO of Marathon Gold Corporation and Stornoway Diamond Corporation, leading significant projects such as the Valentine Gold Project and the Renard Diamond Project [2]. - His expertise is expected to be valuable for Canterra as it advances its gold and critical minerals projects in Newfoundland [4]. Group 2: Retirement of Michael Power - The company expresses gratitude to Michael Power for his years of service and contributions to Canterra, particularly regarding the Buchans Project [3][4]. Group 3: Equity Grants - Canterra has granted a total of 1,505,000 stock options to directors, officers, employees, and consultants, exercisable at a price of $0.20 per share for a period of three to five years [5]. - Additionally, 1,257,500 deferred share units (DSUs) and 300,000 restricted share units (RSUs) have been granted, with specific vesting schedules [6]. Group 4: Investor Relations Agreement - Canterra has entered into a consulting agreement with Grignan Holdings Ltd. (Peterson Capital) for investor relations services, effective February 3, 2026 [7]. - Peterson Capital specializes in connecting high-growth companies with retail investment advisors and funds [8]. - The agreement includes a term of twelve months and consultant fees of CAD$85,000, subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval [11]. Group 5: Company Overview - Canterra is focused on critical minerals and gold exploration in central Newfoundland, with projects located near the past-producing Buchans Mine and Teck Resources' Duck Pond Mine [13]. - The company's gold projects are situated along a structural corridor that hosts mineralization within Equinox Gold's Valentine Mine project [13].

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Core Viewpoint - Boron One Holdings Inc. has successfully accepted subscriptions for 10,135,000 units at a price of $0.05 per unit, resulting in gross proceeds of $506,750, which will be used for working capital requirements [1][3]. Group 1: Financial Details - Each unit consists of one common share and one common share purchase warrant, with an exercise price of $0.05 in the first year and $0.10 in the subsequent two years [1]. - The total gross proceeds from the private placement amount to $506,750 [1]. - The company paid finder's fees of $19,250 and issued 231,000 broker warrants as part of the private placement [4]. Group 2: Related Party Transactions - A total of 240,000 units will be issued to one insider, qualifying this as a related party transaction [3]. - The company is relying on exemptions under sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(a) of MI 61-101, as the fair market value of the shares issued to the insider is less than 25% of the company's market capitalization [3]. Group 3: Regulatory Compliance - The common shares and warrants will be subject to a four-month and one-day hold period in accordance with TSX Venture Exchange policies [2]. - The private placement is contingent upon receiving all necessary approvals, including those from the TSX Venture Exchange [4]. Group 4: Company Overview - Boron One Holdings Inc. is an international mineral exploration and development company with boron assets located in Serbia [4]. - The company is headquartered in Victoria, B.C., Canada, and its shares are traded on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "BONE" [4].

Core Viewpoint - Crown Point Energy Inc. has successfully issued US$30 million in Series IX secured fixed-rate notes, which will be repaid in ten equal installments starting from October 30, 2026, with a fixed interest rate of 10.75% per annum [1][4]. Group 1: Offering Details - The Series IX Notes will be repaid in ten equal installments, with the final payment due on January 30, 2029 [1]. - Interest on the Series IX Notes is set at a fixed rate of 10.75% per annum, payable quarterly [1]. - The notes are secured by a pledge on crude oil sales collections from specific concessions: El Tordillo, Puesto Quiroga, and La Tapera [1]. Group 2: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the Offering will be allocated for general corporate purposes and investments in asset development in Argentina [2]. Group 3: Outstanding Notes - Following the Offering, Crown Point has several notes outstanding, including US$1,780,058 of Series V Notes, US$22 million of Series VI Notes, US$25 million of Series VII Notes, and the newly issued US$30 million of Series IX Notes [4]. Group 4: Company Overview - Crown Point is an international oil and gas exploration and development company based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and incorporated in Alberta, Canada [5]. - The company focuses its exploration and development activities in four producing basins in Argentina: Golfo San Jorge, Austral, Neuquén, and Cuyano [5].

Core Viewpoint - West Mining Corp. is initiating a non-brokered private placement to raise up to $600,000 through the issuance of units priced at $0.0525 each, with proceeds aimed at general working capital and mineral property costs [1] Financing Details - The financing will involve the issuance of up to 11,428,571 units, each consisting of one common share and one transferable share purchase warrant [1] - Each warrant allows the holder to purchase one common share at a price of $0.07 for two years from issuance [1] - The company may pay finder's fees related to the financing, and securities issued will be subject to a four-month hold period under Canadian securities laws [1] Company Overview - West Mining Corp. is focused on mineral exploration for copper, gold, and silver on its 100% owned properties, including the Junkers Property and the Spanish Mountain West Property in British Columbia [3] - The company also holds a 100% interest in the Kena Property, which has been optioned to Upside Gold Corp [3]

Lakeland Financial Corporation A Proven History of Shareholder Value Creation And Commitment to Our Communities 4 th Quarter 2025 LKFN L I S T E D David M. Findlay Chairman & Chief Executive Officer david.findlay@lakecitybank.com (574) 267-9197 Kristin L. Pruitt President kristin.pruitt@lakecitybank.com (574) 371-9220 Lisa M. O'Neill Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer lisa.oneill@lakecitybank.com (574) 267-9125 2 Forward-Looking Information This presentation contains, and future oral and wri ...

Corporate Update - West Mining Corp. has appointed Mr. Rachit "Shaun" Saini to its Board of Directors, bringing over 10 years of experience in scaling business operations and driving revenue growth [1] - Mr. Saini has a proven track record in creating innovative solutions and raising significant capital for start-ups [1] Upside Option Agreement - The Upside Option Agreement with Upside Gold Corp. has been amended, maintaining the total cash payments of $2,000,000, share issuances valued at $3,000,000, and exploration expenditures of $3,500,000 by January 20, 2028 [2] - The timing of cash payments and share issuances has been adjusted, with specific amounts due on various dates [6] Mineral Claims - The Company has relinquished its option to acquire two mineral claims but retains a 100% interest in its Junkers Property and Spanish Mountain West Property [3] Company Overview - West Mining Corp. is focused on mineral exploration for copper, gold, and silver on its 100% owned properties in British Columbia [4]

Project Highlights - Three US-based organic growth projects are expected to add a cumulative Net Present Value (NPV) of $41 billion at a gold price of $4,300/oz[13] - The combined Internal Rate of Return (IRR) for these projects is projected to be 55% at a gold price of $4,300/oz[13] - The projects are expected to have a quick payback period[13] - The average incremental All-In Sustaining Cost (AISC) for these projects is estimated to be approximately $1,650/oz[13] - The projects are expected to contribute nearly 3 million ounces of gold equivalent production over their Life of Mine (LOM)[13] Round Mountain - Phase X - Phase X is projected to have an NPV of $1881 million and an IRR of 67% at a gold price of $4,300/oz[22] - The project is expected to produce 14 million ounces of gold equivalent over its LOM[22] - The average grade is expected to be 30 g/t[22] Curlew - Curlew is projected to have an NPV of $1171 million and an IRR of 44% at a gold price of $4,300/oz[61] - The project is expected to produce 09 million ounces of gold equivalent over its LOM[61] - The average grade is expected to be 58 g/t[61] Bald Mountain - Redbird 2 - Redbird 2 is projected to have an NPV of $969 million and an IRR of 58% at a gold price of $4,300/oz[99] - The project is expected to produce 064 million ounces of gold equivalent over its LOM[99] - The average grade is expected to be 05 g/t[99]

Core Viewpoint - Shine Minerals Corp. is increasing its non-brokered private placement to $1.5 million due to significant investor demand, which is part of its strategy to reactivate from the NEX board to a Tier 2 Mining Issuer [1][2]. Proposed Transaction Structure - The Company has acquired the right to purchase all 11,100,000 issued and outstanding shares of Red Cloud Silver (RCS) by issuing 6,500,000 post-Consolidation common shares to RCS shareholders on a pro rata basis [3]. - After completing $2,000,000 in exploration expenditures on the Silver District Exploration Project, the Company may exercise its option to acquire 100% of RCS shares by issuing an additional 14,200,000 post-Consolidation shares and paying $650,000 in cash to RCS shareholders [4]. RCS Option Agreement - RCS holds an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Silver District Exploration Project from Gulf + Western Industries, Inc. by making staged cash and share payments totaling US$1.4 million by October 31, 2028 [5]. - Gulf will retain a 2% net smelter return royalty if the RCS Option is exercised, and RCS is responsible for maintaining the property and making all required payments [5]. Share Consolidation and Financing - Prior to closing the Proposed Transaction, the Company will complete a 5-for-1 share consolidation and a non-brokered private placement for gross proceeds of approximately C$1,500,000 at C$0.06 per pre-Consolidation share [6]. - Proceeds from the financing will be used for transaction costs, reactivation expenses, initial exploration on the Project, and general working capital [6]. Regulatory Approval - The completion of the Proposed Transaction is subject to TSXV acceptance and satisfaction of all conditions in the Definitive Agreement [7]. - The Company has applied to the TSXV for reactivation of trading of its shares, which will not resume until all required filings are completed and approval is obtained [8].