Core Viewpoint - Pan American Energy Corp. is advancing its winter drilling program at the Tharsis Project in Northwest Territories, Canada, with mobilization activities currently underway, including personnel and equipment movement, field logistics establishment, and site preparation for drilling [1][2]. Group 1: Project Development - Mobilization is a significant milestone for the Tharsis Project, indicating progress towards the commencement of drilling [2]. - The company is positioned to execute the drilling program efficiently due to improved access and logistics [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - Pan American Energy Corp. is an exploration stage company focused on acquiring, exploring, and developing mineral properties containing battery and critical metals in North America [4]. - The company has secured a 75% interest in the Big Mack Lithium Project and has the option to earn an additional 15% for a total of 90% interest [5]. - An option agreement has also been made with Northern Critical Minerals Corp. to acquire up to a 100% interest in the Tharsis REE Project, which is prospective for rare earth and high field strength elements [5].

MONTREAL, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yorbeau Resources Inc. (TSX: YRB) (“Yorbeau” or the “Company”) commenced an exploration drilling program in January on its Beschefer and Selbaie West properties near the former Selbaie mine, as well as on the Allard property located southwest of the town of Matagami. The programs consist of approximately 2,545 meters of drilling on the Beschefer property, 2,100 metres on the Selbaie West property and 1,000 meters on the Allard property. Beschefer Property The Besc ...

Core Viewpoint - Panther Minerals Inc. has initiated exploration activities on its East Brouillan Copper Property, aiming to assess mineralization potential and further define geological features in the region [1][4][5]. Group 1: East Brouillan Copper Property - The East Brouillan Copper Property consists of 14 claims covering approximately 778 hectares in Quebec's Abitibi greenstone belt, near the Brouillan Volcanic Complex [2][3]. - The exploration program will be conducted at both regional and local scales, including regional prospecting, airborne geophysics, and soil sampling [4]. - Local exploration will focus on geological mapping and geochemical soil sampling to evaluate mineralization potential [5]. Group 2: Rubidium Ridge Lithium-Tantalum Property - The company has entered into an agreement to acquire a 100% interest in the Rubidium Ridge Lithium-Tantalum property from Usha Resources Ltd. for $80,000 cash and 4,500,000 common shares [6][9]. - The Rubidium Ridge property consists of 110 claims and has identified significant deposits, including the B26 Deposit with 13.0 million tonnes at 2.1% CuEq [7]. - The property is subject to a 2% net smelter returns royalty, with a buyback option for 1% [9]. Group 3: Exploration Activities - The exploration activities will include prospecting to identify outcrops, geophysical assessments using drone surveys, and analysis of electromagnetic conductors associated with geological features [8]. - The exploration will focus on three specific targets, with updates expected throughout the field season [5]. Group 4: Company Overview - Panther Minerals Inc. is focused on developing quality precious and base metal properties that are drill-ready with high upside potential [12]. - The company trades on multiple exchanges, including CSE under the symbol PURR, OTCQB under GLIOF, and FWB under 2BC [12].

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 19, 2026) - Canstar Resources Inc. (TSXV: ROX) (OTCID: CSRNF) ("Canstar" or the "Company") has entered into an option agreement dated January 16, 2026 (the "Option Agreement") with Eagleridge International Limited (the "Optionor") to acquire a 100% undivided interest in mineral licence 006894M (17 claims) located adjacent to the Company's Mary March Project in central Newfoundland (the "Eagleridge Claims").The Eagleridge Claims directly adjoin Mary March at Beot ...

Core Insights - Brunswick Exploration Inc. has identified three new high-priority lithium targets at the Anatacau Main Project in Quebec, where drilling is currently underway [1][2] - The project is strategically located near a major lithium-bearing structural corridor, enhancing its exploration potential [1][2] Group 1: New Lithium Targets - Three new high-priority lithium targets (areas A, B, and C) have been identified, indicating significant exploration potential [1][2] - Area A includes three unverified spodumene showings identified through compilation work, expanding the exploration potential surrounding the Anais discovery [4] - Area B consists of three additional unverified spodumene showings and 150 pegmatite outcrops, with the largest outcrop measuring 800 by 100 meters [5] Group 2: Pontax Trend - The Pontax trend is a major NE-SW regional lithium-bearing structural corridor extending over 20 kilometers, identified with over 13 highly fractionated pegmatites [7] - The largest visible outcrop in the Pontax trend measures approximately 200 by 50 meters, indicating favorable mineralogy and K/Rb ratios [7] Group 3: Company Overview - Brunswick Exploration is focused on grassroots exploration for lithium in Canada, with a significant portfolio that includes the Mirage project, which has an Inferred Mineral Resource Estimate of 52.2 million tons grading 1.08% Li2O [11]

Core Viewpoint - Labrador Gold Corp. warns shareholders against the promises made by Coloured Ties Capital Inc., stating that these are designed to influence proxy voting rather than create long-term value [1][3][6]. Group 1: Shareholder Communication - The Board of Directors recommends that shareholders vote exclusively on the BLUE Proxy and against the Dissident's resolutions [2]. - LabGold emphasizes the importance of facts and safeguards for shareholders, criticizing the Dissident's conditional dividend pledge as a desperate measure [3]. - The Board has previously communicated to shareholders that the Dissident is repeating past tactics that have proven misleading [6]. Group 2: Historical Context - The Dissident, led by Kal Malhi, previously made similar promises during a campaign against GrowMax Resources Inc., which resulted in a significant cut in promised dividends [4][7]. - Following the Dissident's campaign at GrowMax, shareholders experienced a trading halt, share consolidation, and a redirection of capital that negatively impacted their investments [7]. Group 3: Financial Position of the Dissident - Coloured Ties' financial statements indicate minimal cash reserves, with only CAD $658,000 available as of September 30, 2025, suggesting a motive to target LabGold's treasury [8]. - The Dissident's history of broken promises and misleading information has left shareholders worse off in previous campaigns [8]. Group 4: Recommendations from Experts - Independent proxy advisors ISS and Glass Lewis recommend that shareholders vote only on the BLUE Proxy, stating that the Dissident has not presented a compelling case for change [10]. - LabGold's strategy is presented as a transparent and regulated approach aimed at long-term value creation for all shareholders, contrasting with the Dissident's short-term inducements [14].

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VR Resources Limited (“VR” or the “Company”, TSXV: VRR) is pleased to announce that it has submitted its application for a Notice of Intent (“NOI”) drill permit to the Nevada Bureau of Land Management (the “BLM”) for its New Boston moly-tungsten-copper-silver porphyry project in Nevada. The Company applied for, and received a similar NOI permit from the BLM for its drilling on the East Zone target at New Boston in 2024 within 15 business days, ...

Core Viewpoint - Delta Resources Limited has appointed Ron Kopas as Chief Executive Officer and promoted Daniel Boudreau to Vice President of Exploration, aiming to advance its Delta-1 Project and Eureka Gold Discovery while strengthening its balance sheet [1][2][11]. Leadership Changes - Ron Kopas has transitioned from interim CEO to permanent CEO, successfully optioning the Delta-2 Property for $8.25 million, which allows the company to focus on advancing Delta-1 and Eureka Gold Discovery [1][2]. - Daniel Boudreau has been promoted from Exploration Manager to Vice President of Exploration, having managed Delta's exploration activities since early 2022 [1][6]. Executive Background - Ron Kopas has extensive experience in business growth, having founded and directed multiple companies, and has a strong background in private equity and capital markets [3][5]. - He has previously founded KSP Renewables Limited, developing a £350 million Energy Recovery Centre, which was sold to Covanta Europe [4]. Technical Leadership - Daniel Boudreau has over 15 years of experience in mineral exploration and project development, and is recognized as a "Qualified Person" under National Instrument 43-101 [6][12]. - The technical team includes Senior Geologist Sarah Ferguson and Dr. Kevin B. Heather, who bring significant expertise in mineral exploration and geological studies [7][8]. Project Focus - Delta Resources is focused on the Delta-1 Project in Ontario, which has a large, near-surface gold deposit located 50 kilometers west of Thunder Bay [13]. - The Eureka Gold Deposit has a strike length of 2.5 km and has shown promising drill intercepts, including 5.92 g/t Au over 31 meters [14]. Exploration Potential - The property hosts several high-priority targets beyond the Eureka Gold Deposit, with ongoing exploration demonstrating strong potential across multiple targets, including Shabaqua, I-Zone, and Wedge Area [15].

GRAND FALLS-WINDSOR, Newfoundland and Labrador, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Atlantic Nickel Corp. (TSXV: FAN | OTCQB: FANCF) (the "Company" or "First Atlantic") is pleased to announce that it has entered into an arm’s length option agreement dated February 18, 2026 (the “Option Agreement”) with Core Critical Metals Corp. (“CCMC”) (TSXV:CCMC), pursuant to which CCMC may earn up to may earn up to an eighty percent (80%) interest in the Lucky Mike Copper-Silver-Tungsten property (the “Property” or ...

Core Viewpoint - Supreme Critical Metals Inc. has appointed Mr. Ian Foreman as Vice President of Exploration, enhancing the company's technical leadership in mineral exploration [1][5]. Company Overview - Supreme Critical Metals Inc. is a publicly traded exploration company focused on advancing a portfolio of high-potential gold, silver, and copper properties, primarily in British Columbia and Nevada, which are known for their mining-friendly environments [5]. Appointment Details - Mr. Foreman brings over thirty years of experience in the mining and mineral exploration sector, having worked in various countries including Canada, Peru, Namibia, the United States, and Mexico [1][2]. - He holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Geology from Queen's University and has played significant roles in mineral exploration projects, from grassroots exploration to large-scale drill programs [2]. Community Involvement - Mr. Foreman is actively involved in the Vancouver geological community, having volunteered with the B.C. and Yukon Chamber of Mines and the Association of Mineral Exploration [3][4]. - He was inducted into AME's Honourable Service Roll in 2006 and continues to contribute through his association with the Mining Exploration Group (MEG) [4]. Leadership Statement - Glen Watson, President & CEO of Supreme Critical Metals Inc., expressed confidence in Mr. Foreman's ability to lead the technical teams in planning and executing exploration programs and evaluating the company's portfolio [5].