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Fuerte Completes C$17.25 Million Brokered Private Placement
TMX Newsfile· 2025-12-18 13:15
Core Viewpoint - Fuerte Metals Corporation has successfully closed a brokered private placement, raising gross proceeds of C$17,249,933 to fund eligible Canadian exploration expenses related to its Coffee Gold Project [1][4]. Group 1: Offering Details - The Offering consisted of 1,380,950 flow-through common shares priced at C$5.25 each, generating C$7,249,988, and 1,655,620 special flow-through common shares priced at C$6.04 each, generating C$9,999,945 [1]. - The total gross proceeds from the Offering amount to C$17,249,933, which will be used for qualifying exploration expenditures [1][4]. - The Offered Securities are subject to a statutory hold period in Canada, expiring on April 19, 2026 [2]. Group 2: Agents and Commissions - The Offering was led by Stifel Nicolaus Canada Inc. and BMO Capital Markets, with a syndicate of agents including National Bank Financial Inc., Desjardins Capital Markets, and Ventum Financial Corp. [2]. - Agents received a cash commission of 5% of the gross proceeds, reduced to 2% for sales to purchasers on the president's list [3]. Group 3: Use of Proceeds - The proceeds from the Offering will be allocated to incur eligible "Canadian exploration expenses" related to the Coffee Gold Project, with a deadline for incurring these expenses set for December 31, 2026 [4]. - The Company plans to renounce all qualifying expenditures in favor of the subscribers of the Offered Securities effective December 31, 2025 [4]. Group 4: Insider Participation - Certain directors, officers, and insiders purchased a total of 280,000 FT Shares as part of the Offering, which is classified as a "related party transaction" [6]. - The Company is exempt from formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements for this transaction due to the fair market value being less than 25% of the Company's market capitalization [6]. Group 5: Company Overview - Fuerte Metals Corporation is focused on advancing precious and base metals projects across the Americas, with its flagship asset being the Coffee Project in Yukon, Canada, which hosts 3.0 million ounces of Measured and Indicated Resource and an Inferred Resource of 0.8 million ounces [7]. - The Company is committed to responsible stewardship of the land and building long-term value for shareholders through disciplined project development [7].
Apogee Minerals Provides Notice of Termination of Pine Channel Option Agreement with Eagle Plains Resources Ltd.
Globenewswire· 2025-12-18 13:00
Core Viewpoint - Apogee Minerals Ltd. has decided not to proceed with the option agreement on the Pine Channel Gold Project, terminating the agreement effective December 17, 2025, and will retain no further interest in the property [1] Group 1: Company Overview - Apogee Minerals Ltd. is a mineral exploration company focused on building shareholder value through mineral project acquisitions and advancements, as well as new mineral discoveries [4] Group 2: Project Details - The company owns a 100% interest in the May Lake Project, located in northern Saskatchewan's La Ronge Belt, which is under-explored and has potential for VMS Cu-Zn-Pb and orogenic gold mineralization [2] - The May Lake Property is situated at the boundary between the Rottenstone and La Ronge domains, hosting various deposit types including volcanogenic massive sulphide Cu-Zn-Pb and orogenic gold [3] - Significant mineral occurrences on the May Lake claims include a rusty andesite outcrop that returned up to 2090 ppm Cu (0.2%), along with anomalous Zn, gold, and silver values, indicating substantial exploration potential [3]
Sorrento Resources Stakes Additional Mineral Claims Along Appleton Fault Zone, Rodgers Cove Gold Project, Newfoundland & Labrador
TMX Newsfile· 2025-12-18 13:00
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 18, 2025) - Sorrento Resources Ltd. (CSE: SRS) (OTCQB: SRSLF) (the "Company" or "Sorrento"), a Canadian exploration company focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral projects in Atlantic Canada, is pleased to announce it has staked an additional mineral license overlapping the Appleton Fault, expanding the Rodgers Cove Gold Property, located in Newfoundland, Canada.Alex Bugden, P. Geo., CEO, President and Qualified Person of ...
Refined Energy Corp. Approves Dufferin Project Drill Program
Globenewswire· 2025-12-18 13:00
Core Viewpoint - Refined Energy Corp. has announced the approval of a drill program in the Athabasca Basin, set to commence in the first quarter of 2026, with an initial budget of approximately $1.7 million [1][2][3]. Group 1: Drill Program Details - The drill program will involve ground-based gravity and electromagnetic surveys, along with three drill holes totaling approximately 1200 meters, targeting two distinct conductors on the Dufferin West property [2]. - The program is designed to allow for expansion as drilling progresses and new targets are identified [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - Refined Energy Corp. is focused on the exploration and advancement of uranium and critical energy metal projects in tier-one jurisdictions, with projects located in Saskatchewan's Athabasca Basin [4]. - The company is advancing a diversified pipeline of assets that support the clean energy transition [4]. Group 3: Management Statements - The CEO of the company expressed satisfaction with the confirmation of the initial drill program, emphasizing the strategic timing to capitalize on optimal winter conditions [3]. - The company is well-positioned to undertake the drill program, marking its maiden drilling efforts in the Athabasca Basin [3].
PTX Metals Inc. Completes Surface Work at the Shining Tree Gold Property and Reports Multiple High-Grade Results from Surface Samples
TMX Newsfile· 2025-12-18 12:55
Core Insights - PTX Metals Inc. has completed a geological review and a high-resolution airborne magnetics survey of its Shining Tree Gold Property, revealing significant high-grade gold assays [1][4][7] - The sampling at the Rhonda and Herrick Targets returned notable results, with assays of up to 69.00 g/t Au and 18.82 g/t Au respectively [1][4] - The company aims to enhance its understanding of the structural controls on gold mineralization and improve exploration strategies based on new data [3][7] Sampling Results - The sampling conducted in October 2025 included 27 rock samples, with the most significant results coming from the Rhonda and Herrick areas [4][6] - Notable assay results include 69.00 g/t Au from sample BH-005B at Rhonda and 18.82 g/t Au from sample BH-013 at Herrick [2][4] - The Rhonda North Trench showed reliable continuation of gold values, with grab samples ranging from 3.54 to 7.85 g/t Au [5] Geological Review - The structural review indicates that existing regional geological maps may not accurately represent the property's structural setting [3][4] - The review aims to understand the relationship between mineralized trends and regional geodynamic settings, which requires further study [3] Magnetics Survey - A high-resolution drone magnetics survey was completed, covering 2783.5 line kilometers, to replace the current low-resolution dataset [7] - The new dataset is expected to aid in mapping gold-bearing structures and enhance future exploration campaigns [7] Additional Projects - The company has concluded its drilling program at the W2 Copper, Nickel, Platinum, Palladium Project, with approximately 1,200 meters drilled [14] - Initial core reviews indicate the presence of sulfide-bearing gabbro, with results expected in Q1 2026 [14] Marketing and Advisory - PTX Metals has engaged Epstein Research for marketing and advertising services to increase company awareness, with a three-month contract costing $6,000 [15]
Juggernaut Appoints Manuele Lazzarotto, Ph.D. In Metamorphic Petrology President And COO
Thenewswire· 2025-12-18 12:45
Core Viewpoint - Juggernaut Exploration Ltd has appointed Manuele (Lele) Lazzarotto, Ph.D., as President and Chief Operating Officer, which is expected to enhance the company's long-term value for shareholders [1][3]. Company Overview - Juggernaut Exploration Ltd is focused on precious metals projects in the Golden Triangle of northwestern British Columbia, operating in recognized geological settings and stable jurisdictions [5]. - The company is a member of CASERM, a collaborative venture with the Colorado School of Mines and Virginia Tech, and has Crescat Capital as a key strategic cornerstone shareholder [5]. Leadership Experience - Manuele Lazzarotto brings over a decade of experience in mineral exploration, particularly in volcanogenic massive sulphide deposits and gold systems in Canada [2]. - He has previously served as Chief Geologist at Goliath Resources, contributing to the discovery of the Surebet project from 2019 to 2025 [2]. Upcoming Initiatives - Juggernaut is preparing to launch a fully funded approximately 10,000-meter drill program at its Big One property, which is characterized by high-grade gold and silver grades from numerous surface veins [3][4]. - The Big One discovery has shown exceptional potential, with shear zones up to 50 meters wide and surface exposure extending for up to 1 kilometer [4].
North American Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. Expands Land Package In Québec
Globenewswire· 2025-12-18 12:30
Core Viewpoint - North American Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. has acquired additional mineral properties in Québec, enhancing its strategic position in the exploration of rare-earth elements and critical minerals [1][2]. Group 1: Acquisition Details - The Company has extended the Seigneurie Property by acquiring additional claims and added a new exploration project in the Escoumins municipality [1]. - The acquisition includes 12 additional mineral claims, extending the Seigneurie Property along a prospective structural and magmatic trend of over 27 kilometers [6]. Group 2: Strategic Rationale - The land expansion reflects a disciplined, geology-driven approach to property consolidation in underexplored areas with high potential for mineral discovery [3][4]. - The Seigneurie Project is associated with carbonatites, recognized as significant hosts for rare-earth elements and critical minerals [5]. Group 3: Exploration Potential - Historical drilling at the Escoumins Property revealed uranium- and thorium-bearing granitic pegmatites, but these were not assayed for rare-earth elements, indicating significant under-evaluation [8][9]. - The Company plans to advance the Seigneurie Property through systematic geochemical and geophysical surveys to refine target areas and prioritize zones for follow-up exploration [7][12]. Group 4: Company Overview - North American Niobium focuses on the acquisition and development of precious, base, and critical mineral assets, with a portfolio that includes properties in British Columbia and Québec [14]. - The recent acquisitions enhance the Company's exposure to critical minerals essential for energy and defense applications [14].
Domestic Metals 2025 Year End Update Grants Stock Options
Globenewswire· 2025-12-18 12:30
Core Viewpoint - Domestic Metals Corp. is preparing for a significant porphyry discovery program at the Smart Creek Copper Porphyry Project, with expectations for a transformative year in 2026 [2]. Project Overview - The Smart Creek Copper Porphyry Project, acquired in August 2024, is a joint venture with Rio Tinto, which retains 40% of the asset [3]. - Rio Tinto has drilled approximately 26 of the 40 permitted sites over 2.5 years, with notable results including 109.73 meters at 0.75% Cu, featuring 89 meters at 0.97% Cu [3]. Field Work and Target Identification - Initial fieldwork by Domestic included around 40 days of mapping, sampling, and prospecting, enhancing the Smart Creek, Sunrise Mine, and Radio Tower targets [4]. - The Sunrise Mine Target has been advanced to the drill testing phase due to the identification of a quartz vein stockwork returning 4.26 g/t gold, indicating a high-priority porphyry target [5]. Future Plans - A targeted geophysics program followed by a diamond drill program is scheduled for Q1 2026 to further explore the identified targets [2][4]. - Additional geochemistry results are pending, which will inform the drilling plans for the Sunrise Mine Target [5]. Management Engagement - The company plans to engage with shareholders and supporters at upcoming events, including the VRIC in Vancouver and the Investors Exchange at PDAC in Toronto [6]. Stock Options - The company has granted incentive stock options to directors, officers, and consultants to purchase up to 2,700,000 common shares at an exercise price of $0.25 per share, exercisable until December 27, 2030 [7]. Company Profile - Domestic Metals Corp. focuses on discovering large-scale copper and gold deposits in historically significant mining areas in the Americas [8]. - The Smart Creek Project is strategically located in Montana, known for its favorable mining conditions and widespread copper mineralization [9][10].
Tower Successfully Completes Expanded 3213 m Drill Program at Rabbit North, Drilling Six Holes on the New Blue Sky Gold Trend and Five on the Thunder North Zone
TMX Newsfile· 2025-12-18 12:00
Core Viewpoint - Tower Resources Ltd. has successfully completed an expanded diamond drilling program on the Blue Sky gold trend and Thunder North gold zone at its Rabbit North property, indicating significant exploration progress in the Kamloops mining district [1][10]. Drilling Program Summary - The drilling program was expanded from 3000 meters to 3213 meters due to high productivity, with drilling expected to resume in February [2]. - A total of six holes were drilled on the Blue Sky trend, totaling 1756 meters, focusing on the orientation and prospectivity of mineralization [3]. - Five holes were drilled at Thunder North, totaling 1457 meters, aimed at verifying previous mineralization indications and extending the zone eastward [4]. Geological Insights - The first three holes on the Blue Sky trend were drilled near discovery hole RN24-055, which had an intersection of 31.5 meters at 4.15 g/t Au, to assess the mineralization contact [3]. - The Thunder North drilling included verification of the faulting and continuity of gold mineralization, with previous intersections showing significant gold grades, such as 13.3 meters at 3.28 g/t Au [4]. Assay and Analysis - The company anticipates receiving most assay results prior to the planned resumption of drilling in February, with previous campaigns indicating significant gold anomalies in the drill core [8]. - The exploration at Rabbit North differs from typical Late Triassic porphyry deposits, suggesting a large-scale gold mineralizing system [8]. Company Overview - Tower Resources is focused on mineral exploration in the Americas, with key assets in British Columbia, including the Rabbit North project, which is strategically located between major copper-gold mines [10].
Rupert Resources Provides Exploration Strategy Update
Businesswire· 2025-12-18 11:30
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rupert Resources Ltd ("Rupert†or the "Company†) today provides an update on its exploration strategy across its existing 425km2 land package and the addition of 1150km2 of new exploration permit applications and reservations in the Central Lapland Belt ("CLB†), of Northern Finland. The updated exploration strategy will be progressed in parallel with the advancement of the Ikkari project through the feasibility study and environmental permitting during 2026. HIGHLIGHTS. ...