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White Gold to raise $14.5M for exploration
MINING.COM· 2025-09-22 18:00
Core Viewpoint - White Gold Corp is raising C$20 million ($14.5 million) through a brokered private placement to fund exploration activities in the Yukon Territory of Canada [1] Group 1: Offering Details - Clarus Securities will act as the lead agent, issuing premium flow-through units at C$1.17 per unit, flow-through common shares at C$1.00 per share, and non-premium units at C$0.85 per unit [2] - Each premium unit consists of one flow-through share and one-half of a common share purchase warrant, while the non-premium unit includes one common share and one-half of a warrant, with each whole warrant exercisable at C$1.15 for 24 months [2] Group 2: Shareholder Participation - Agnico Eagle Mines, holding a 19.8% stake in White Gold, plans to participate in the offering to maintain its interest on a partially diluted basis [3] Group 3: Company Overview - White Gold owns a portfolio of 21 properties covering 3,051 km², representing 40% of the Yukon’s White Gold district, with its flagship project hosting four near-surface gold deposits [4] - The updated resource estimate indicates 1.73 million oz. of gold in indicated resources and 1.27 million oz. in inferred resources, positioning White Gold among the top 3 gold projects in the Yukon [5] Group 4: Future Plans and Exploration - The CEO of White Gold expressed intentions to increase the scale of the project and advance it to a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) to demonstrate its economic potential [6] - Ongoing exploration activities aim to unlock additional value across the extensive land package, targeting gold and critical mineral opportunities in the underexplored White Gold district [6] - Recent regional exploration has led to new discoveries and prospective targets, bordering significant gold and copper projects, including Newmont's Coffee project and Western Copper and Gold's Casino project [6]
Wesdome Provides Comprehensive Eagle River Exploration Update; High Grade 6 Central Zone Extended by 300 Metres with Intercepts Including 115.9 g/t Gold (Cut) Over 1.6 Metres (True Width)
Globenewswire· 2025-09-03 21:30
Core Viewpoint - Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. is optimistic about the exploration results at its Eagle River mine, particularly in the 6 Central Zone, which has shown significant potential for resource expansion and high-grade mineralization [2][5][10]. Exploration Activities - The 6 Central Zone has been extended by 300 meters, now totaling over 600 meters down-plunge, with high-grade intercepts reminiscent of earlier drill results in the 300 Zone [2][9]. - Drilling at Falcon 311 is extending mineralization down-plunge and to the west, while early surface drilling at Falcon 720 has returned visible gold and anomalous intercepts [3][16]. - The 300 Zone's structural reinterpretation indicates the presence of discrete mineralized lenses, opening new exploration avenues with high-grade trends continuing down dip and laterally [3][12][13]. Drilling Results - Significant drill results include: - Hole 758-E-580: 115.9 g/t Au over 1.8 m core length - Hole 758-E-570: 49.1 g/t Au over 2.2 m core length - Hole 25-805-12: 47.0 g/t Au over 3.4 m core length [6][7][67]. - The drilling program has confirmed high-grade trends and resource expansion potential across multiple zones, including the 6 Central, 300, and Falcon zones [5][67]. Regional Exploration - Drilling across multiple targets continues to validate the exploration model, with high-grade surface drilling results indicating strong potential for extensions [4][21]. - A total of 176 exploration targets have been identified, with 40 earmarked for short-term exploration work [21][22]. Future Plans - The company plans to continue drilling into 2025 to follow up on promising developments and aims to convert as much material as possible before the year-end drilling cutoff date [5][19]. - A nine-month program has been launched to advance exploration, with four rigs currently drilling the first 40,000 meters [19][23]. Technical Reporting - A global model initiative is underway, targeting both underground and surface material near existing infrastructure, with the potential to upgrade resources to a higher-confidence category [18][19]. - An updated technical report is expected in mid-2026, incorporating results from ongoing drilling programs [19].
Element 29 Continues Potential Resource Expansion Drilling at Its Elida Porphyry Cu-Mo-Ag Deposit in Perú
Newsfile· 2025-09-03 13:35
Core Viewpoint - Element 29 Resources Inc. has initiated a new exploration drilling program at its Elida Porphyry Cu-Mo-Ag Deposit in central Peru, aiming to unlock significant resource growth and expand the existing mineral resource estimate [1][2]. Group 1: Drilling Program Details - The drilling program will consist of up to 7,000 meters of diamond drilling, targeting resource expansion beyond the current pit shell to depths exceeding 1,000 meters [3]. - The program includes infill drilling to enhance confidence in the existing mineral resource and improve overall Cu-Mo-Ag grades [3]. - The exploration drilling will utilize a 3D resistivity model from a recent geophysical survey to identify high-priority untested targets [3]. Group 2: Previous Drilling Results - Previous drilling has confirmed higher-grade Cu mineralization extending beyond the current inferred mineral resource estimate, indicating strong growth potential for the Elida deposit [2][4]. - Notable results from drill hole ELID033 included 1,039.6 meters of 0.54% CuEq, with a significant portion showing higher-grade mineralization [5]. - Drill hole ELID036 is expected to enhance overall Cu-Mo-Ag grades and potentially expand resources beyond the current pit shell, targeting a large low-resistivity anomaly [7]. Group 3: Project Location and Infrastructure - The Elida deposit is located within a block of 29 contiguous concessions totaling 19,159.06 hectares, easily accessible from Lima, Peru [8]. - The project benefits from nearby infrastructure, including transportation routes to coastal shipping ports and a hydroelectric generation facility located 15 kilometers from the property [9]. Group 4: Mineral Resource Estimate - An independent pit-constrained Inferred Mineral Resource Estimate outlined 321.7 million tonnes of 0.32% Cu, 0.029% Mo, and 2.61 g/t Ag at a 0.2% Cu cut-off grade [12]. - The mineralization has been traced to depths greater than 900 meters, remaining open for further exploration [11].
Osawi Gold Corp. formed to advance Callinex’s Gold Exploration Portfolio in Manitoba
Globenewswire· 2025-08-21 12:30
Core Viewpoint - Callinex Mines Inc. has established a wholly-owned subsidiary, Osawi Gold Corp., to focus on advancing its gold projects in Manitoba, specifically the Gossan Hill and Island Lake Gold Projects, while maintaining its core operations in base and precious metals [2][3][9]. Group 1: Formation of Osawi Gold Corp. - The creation of Osawi Gold Corp. aims to unlock the potential of Callinex's gold assets and enhance focus on high-grade gold exploration in Manitoba [2][3]. - The subsidiary will allow Callinex to explore strategic initiatives that could deliver significant value to shareholders without diluting existing shares [3][18]. Group 2: Gossan Hill Gold Project Overview - The Gossan Hill Gold Project spans 2,935 hectares and includes the historic Gurney Gold Mine, which produced 25,164 ounces of gold at an average grade of 8.64 g/t from 90,500 tonnes of material [4]. - The project features a high silver-to-gold ratio of 2.86:1, indicating potential for valuable silver alongside gold [4]. - Historical drilling has shown promising results, with mineralization remaining open along strike and at depth, suggesting opportunities for resource expansion [6][9]. Group 3: Island Lake Gold Project Overview - The Island Lake Gold Project covers approximately 40,000 hectares and has a significant strike length of 72 km within the Island Lake Greenstone Belt, which has hosted historic gold mines [12][13]. - The project includes the Ministik deposit, which has a reported historic resource of 166,439 ounces of gold at a grade of 0.39 oz/ton (13.37 g/t) [14]. - Previous exploration efforts have indicated potential for high-grade gold and other critical minerals, with numerous occurrences of gold found within the project area [12][14]. Group 4: Strategic Initiatives and Community Engagement - Callinex is evaluating strategic initiatives to enhance the value of its gold projects, including fostering relationships with stakeholders [18]. - The company emphasizes the importance of building a working relationship with the Garden Hill First Nation, ensuring that exploration aligns with community values and priorities [16][17].
Black Cat Syndicate (BC8) 2025 Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-06 06:55
Company Overview - Black Cat Syndicate has approximately 708 million shares on issue[26] - The company's market capitalization was around $600 million as of August 5, 2025, with a share price of $0.855[26] - The company had approximately $54 million in cash and bullion as of June 30, 2025[26] - Directors hold approximately 3.7% of the company's shares, representing an investment of around $5.5 million[26] Production and Resources - The company is targeting a production rate of approximately 100,000 ounces of gold by the end of 2025[23, 71] - The company aspires to achieve over 200,000 ounces of gold per year from organic growth projects[24, 71] - Group Resources: 2.5 million ounces of gold at 2.9 g/t Au and approximately 13,000 tonnes of antimony at 1.7% Sb[24, 36, 70] - Kal East Gold Resource: 1.3 million ounces of gold at 2.1 g/t Au[37, 41, 43] - Paulsens Gold Resource: 548,000 ounces of gold at 4.0 g/t Au, including a high-grade underground Resource of 400,000 ounces at 9.5 g/t Au[38, 52] - Coyote Gold Resource: 645,000 ounces of gold at 5.5 g/t Au, including an underground Resource of 360,000 ounces at 14.6 g/t Au[38, 62] Operations and Growth - Gold production increased 33% quarter-over-quarter, with mine ramp-ups ongoing[24] - Kal East gold production increased 37% quarter-over-quarter to 12,156 ounces for the June Quarter[37, 43, 44] - Paulsens gold production increased 29% quarter-over-quarter to 4,600 ounces for the June Quarter[38, 52, 53] - Paulsens development increased 36% quarter-over-quarter to 1,684 meters[52, 53]
Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM) 2025 Conference Transcript
2025-08-06 03:35
Summary of Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM) 2025 Conference Call Company Overview - Agnico Eagle Mines is the second largest gold company by market capitalization globally, transitioning from a small mining company to a global enterprise over 37 years [3][2] Strategic Focus - The company focuses on regions with high geological potential and political stability, aiming to develop mines for the long term [4][4] - Operations are currently in four countries: Canada, Australia, Finland, and Mexico, with 85% of production coming from Canada [5][4] Production and Financial Performance - Agnico Eagle has grown from one operating mine in 2005 to 11 operating mines in 2024, increasing production from 240,000 ounces to approximately 3,500,000 ounces [7][7] - The company reported gold production of 866,000 ounces in the last quarter at an all-in sustaining cost of $12.93 per ounce [9][9] - The annual dividend is set at $1.60 per share, with a consistent history of dividend payments [8][8] Exploration and Development - The exploration budget for 2025 is over $525 million, with $300 million allocated for drilling and $150 million for exploration infrastructure [13][13] - The company emphasizes resource conversion and expanding mineral resources around existing mines [12][12] - Significant projects include: - **Detour**: Anticipated to reach 1,000,000 ounces per year by 2030 [25][25] - **Upper Beaver**: Aiming to utilize existing infrastructure for copper and gold processing [26][26] - **Obay in Nunavut**: Focused on expanding operations and exploration in the region [27][27] - **Mexico**: Advancing a joint venture with a feasibility study in progress [29][29] Operational Enhancements - The company is working on increasing throughput and operational efficiency at existing sites, such as Canadian Malartic, which is expected to produce 1,000,000 ounces per year [20][20] - Continuous exploration efforts are aimed at discovering the full potential of assets like Fosterville [23][23] Partnerships and Collaboration - Agnico Eagle seeks to partner with other companies, sharing technical expertise to develop projects effectively [30][30] Conclusion - The company is committed to maintaining a sustainable production profile while focusing on exploration and development to enhance shareholder value [11][11]
Novo Resources Releases Updated Corporate Presentation Highlighting Strategic Progress and Growth Initiatives
Globenewswire· 2025-08-05 13:00
Core Viewpoint - Novo Resources Corp. has released an updated corporate presentation that outlines its strategic priorities, recent exploration successes, project developments, and near-term catalysts, providing insights into its growth strategy and expanding portfolio of gold assets in Australia [2][3]. Group 1: Company Overview - Novo Resources Corp. is an Australian-based gold explorer listed on the ASX and TSX, focusing on discovering standalone gold and copper projects with over 1 million ounces (Moz) development potential [3][4]. - The company holds a significant land package of approximately 5,500 square kilometers in the Pilbara region of Western Australia and a 22 square kilometer project in the Bendigo Tectonic Zone of Victoria [3]. Group 2: Key Projects and Developments - The Egina Gold Camp is a key project area where Northern Star Resources Limited is farming-in to form a joint venture at the Becher Project, committing A$25 million over four years for a 50% interest [4]. - Novo is advancing gold exploration south of Becher in the Egina Gold Camp, part of the Croydon joint venture, where Novo holds a 70% interest [4]. - The company has added the TechGen John Bull Gold Project and the Manhattan Tibooburra Gold Project to its portfolio, both of which show potential for significant discovery and resource definition [6]. Group 3: Strategic Initiatives - Novo has formed a lithium joint venture with SQM in the Pilbara, providing exposure to battery metals [5]. - The company is focused on disciplined growth and aims to identify value-accretive opportunities to enhance shareholder value [7]. - Recent high-grade gold discoveries at key exploration targets and advancements across multiple priority projects are part of Novo's strategy to grow its gold resource base [8].
Dreadnought Resources (DRE) Conference Transcript
2025-07-25 03:45
Dreadnought Resources (DRE) Conference Summary Company Overview - Dreadnought Resources is a junior resource company focused on exploration and discovery in the mining sector, particularly in gold and critical metals [2][10][32]. Key Industry Insights - The junior resource industry is characterized by volatility, with share prices often experiencing significant fluctuations [3][4]. - Successful companies in this sector often endure substantial drops in share price but continue to invest in exploration and drilling [4][6][7]. Core Strategies and Objectives - The primary objective is to build a billion-dollar company through discoveries, mine development, and mergers and acquisitions [2]. - Dreadnought's strategy has remained consistent: make discoveries, bring projects into production, and engage in strategic partnerships [9][10][32]. Financial Position - Dreadnought has $10 million in cash, with significant investments from major shareholders, including Black Cat Syndicate [9][10]. - The company has a track record of making discoveries and has invested over $7.2 million of its own funds into the business [8]. Project Highlights - The Star of Mangaroon project is a key focus, with a defined resource of 23,000 ounces of gold at 12-13 grams per ton, located within 100 meters of the surface [14][15]. - The project is expected to generate $40 to $50 million in free cash flow, aligning with the company's current market cap [15]. - Dreadnought is also commercializing its base and critical metal assets, with increasing interest in rare earth elements and niobium [30][31][32]. Exploration and Drilling Activities - The company has identified five camp-scale targets across a 5,000 square kilometer area, with ongoing drilling programs to explore these targets [19][20]. - Recent drilling at Steve's Reward has shown promising results, with gold found in half of the initial drill holes [22][23]. - Upcoming drilling programs will also target the Midnight Star and Midday Moon areas, which have never been drilled before [24][25]. Market Trends and Future Outlook - There is a resurgence in interest for rare earth elements, with prices stabilizing, making Dreadnought's projects more attractive [31][32]. - The company plans to focus on relentless drilling and assay results over the next twelve months to drive discoveries and enhance shareholder value [33]. Conclusion - Dreadnought Resources is positioned for growth with a strong focus on exploration, a solid financial base, and a commitment to developing its key projects while capitalizing on market opportunities in both gold and critical metals [32][33].
Endeavour Silver(EXK) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-13 18:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1, the company produced 1,200,000 ounces of silver and 8,300 ounces of gold, totaling 1,900,000 silver equivalent ounces [5] - Revenue reported was $64,000,000, consistent with the prior year, benefiting from higher precious metal prices [6] - The company reported a net loss of $32,900,000 primarily due to unrealized noncash impacts from gold hedging and forward swap contracts [6] - Excluding mark to market adjustments, the adjusted loss was $200,000 compared to income of $300,000 in Q1 2024 [7] - Cash costs were $15.89 per ounce of silver, and all-in sustaining costs were $24.48 net of gold credits, both slightly below annual guidance [7] - As of March 31, 2025, the company's cash position was $65,000,000, and working capital was $15,000,000 [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Guanacevi and Bolanitos performed in line with expectations, while Terronera is nearing completion and has started producing concentrate [5] - The addition of Terronera is expected to significantly enhance the company's production profile [5][8] - The Copa mine acquisition is anticipated to enhance the production profile with significant exploration upside [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is positioned to achieve annualized production approaching 20,000,000 silver equivalent ounces when combining all assets [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on ramping up production at Terronera and aims to reach commercial production as soon as possible [46] - The acquisition of Copa aligns with the strategy of building a scalable silver-dominant asset base [9] - The company plans to validate and update historical resource estimates at Copa while leveraging technical expertise for exploration [9][40] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ramp-up of Terronera, emphasizing the importance of consistent throughput [12] - The company is monitoring cash balances closely during the ramp-up phase, indicating a high-stress environment [29] - Management highlighted the need for sufficient liquidity and the potential for refinancing once commercial production is declared [30] Other Important Information - The commissioning phase at Terronera is ongoing, with operational guidance to be provided as ramp-up progresses [8] - The company has a $12,000,000 exploration program planned for Copa over the next 24 months [42] Q&A Session Summary Question: What do you need to see in the ramp-up to provide formal guidance on costs? - Management indicated that consistent throughput is essential before providing production guidance, with a planned ramp-up of about 90 days [12][13] Question: What are the near-term priorities for the ramp-up at the plant? - Management noted that commissioning is a start-and-stop process, focusing on system checks and ensuring all components are functioning well [16][18] Question: What is the capital intensity for the throughput expansion at Copa? - The estimated cost for expanding capacity from 1,800 tons per day to 2,500 tons per day is between $12,000,000 to $16,000,000 [20] Question: How comfortable is the company with its cash balance and working capital for Terronera? - Management stated that the cash balance of $65,000,000 feels healthy, but they are closely monitoring cash flow during the ramp-up [28][29] Question: Are there still meaningful cash flows going into Terronera in Q2? - Management confirmed that spending continues as they work through the commissioning process, although they expect a loss during this phase [34][36] Question: What are the higher priority targets for exploration at Copa? - Management highlighted a significant budget for exploration and mentioned a new discovery on a vein called Porta Rosa, with plans to validate historical resources [40][42]
Endeavour Silver(EXK) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-13 18:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, the company produced 1,200,000 ounces of silver and 8,300 ounces of gold, totaling 1,900,000 silver equivalent ounces [4] - Revenue for the quarter was $64,000,000, consistent with the prior year, benefiting from higher precious metal prices [5] - The company reported a net loss of $32,900,000, primarily due to unrealized noncash impacts from gold hedging and forward swap contracts [5] - Cash costs were $15.89 per ounce of silver, and all-in sustaining costs were $24.48 net of gold credits, both slightly below annual guidance [6] - As of March 31, 2025, the company's cash position was $65,000,000, and working capital was $15,000,000, reflecting a decrease from December 31, 2024 [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Guanacevi and Bolanitos performed in line with expectations, while Terronera is nearing completion and has started producing concentrate [4] - The acquisition of the Copa mine in Peru is expected to enhance the production profile significantly, with an annual production estimate of 5,000,000 silver equivalent ounces [8][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is positioned to achieve annualized production approaching 20,000,000 silver equivalent ounces when combining all producing assets [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Terronera is viewed as a transformational asset that will redefine the company's growth trajectory, with a projected mine life of over a decade [7] - The company aims to build a scalable silver-dominant asset base, leveraging technical expertise and development capabilities [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed excitement about the commissioning of Terronera and its potential impact on the business [7] - The company is closely monitoring cash balances and working capital requirements during the ramp-up phase, emphasizing the importance of achieving commercial production [29] Other Important Information - The company is validating and updating historical resource estimates for the Copa mine, with a significant exploration budget planned [39][40] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is needed for confidence in the ramp-up guidance for Terronera? - Management indicated that consistent throughput and production are critical before providing formal guidance on costs and production timelines [12][13] Question: What are the near-term priorities for the ramp-up at the plant? - Management noted that the commissioning process involves a systematic approach to check systems and ensure everything is running smoothly [15][18] Question: What is the capital intensity for throughput expansion at Copa? - The estimated capital intensity for expanding capacity from 1,800 tons per day to 2,500 tons per day is between $12 million to $16 million [20] Question: How comfortable is the company with its cash balance and working capital for Terronera? - Management expressed confidence in the cash balance of $65,000,000 and working capital of $15,000,000, while acknowledging the high-stress phase of the project [26][28] Question: Are there still meaningful cash flows going into Terronera in Q2? - Management confirmed that spending continues for commissioning, although they do not have complete data for April yet [33][35] Question: What are the higher priority targets for exploration at Copa? - Management highlighted a significant exploration budget and plans to focus on previously discovered veins and new opportunities [39][40]