Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 25, 2026) - Kadestone Capital Corp. (TSXV: KDSX) ("Kadestone" or the "Company") is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement of secured convertible notes ("Convertible Notes") and common share purchase warrants ("Warrants") for aggregate gross proceeds of up to approximately $5.0 million (the "Private Placement"). The Private Placement is expected to close in one or more tranches, subject to, among other things, receipt of all necessary reg ...

Core Viewpoint - The news release discusses the acquisition of ownership and control over securities of King Global Ventures Inc. by Ben Hudye and TAM Revocable Trust, highlighting significant transactions and changes in share ownership [1]. Group 1: Transactions by Ben Hudye - On July 1, 2025, Ben Hudye was granted 100,000 Restricted Share Units (RSUs) at an exercise price of $0.60, expiring on July 1, 2030 [2]. - On July 1, 2025, Ben Hudye was also granted 100,000 Stock Options at an exercise price of $0.70, expiring on July 1, 2030 [3]. - On April 30, 2025, Hudye Inc. acquired 2,253,333 Units at $0.45 per Unit, each consisting of one common share and one warrant exercisable at $0.65 for two years [4]. - On February 10, 2026, Hudye Inc. and Ben Hudye acquired 1,812,499 Units at $0.60 per Unit, with warrants exercisable at $0.90 for two years [5]. Group 2: Ownership Changes - Prior to the recent acquisitions, Ben and Greg Hudye Family Trust and Ben Hudye owned 1,400,000 Common Shares and 1,400,000 warrants, representing approximately 6.63% of outstanding Common Shares on a non-diluted basis and 14.21% on a partially-diluted basis [6]. - After the acquisitions, Hudye Inc. and the Hudye Family Trust owned 5,465,832 Common Shares and 5,465,832 warrants, representing 11.30% on a non-diluted basis and 21.48% on a partially-diluted basis [7]. Group 3: Transactions by TAM Revocable Trust - On February 10, 2026, TAM acquired 572,500 Units at $0.60 per Unit, with warrants exercisable at $0.90 for two years [8]. - Prior to the acquisition, TAM owned 3,081,237 Common Shares and warrants, representing approximately 7.5% on a non-diluted basis and 11.54% on a partially-diluted basis [9][10]. - After the acquisition, TAM owned 3,653,737 Common Shares and warrants, representing approximately 7.55% on a non-diluted basis and 13.85% on a partially-diluted basis [11]. Group 4: Investment Intentions - The Common Share Units were acquired for investment purposes, with a long-term view, and there may be future acquisitions or sales depending on market conditions [12].

Core Viewpoint - Spark Energy Minerals has launched a warrant incentive program to encourage the exercise of up to 63,650,965 common share purchase warrants, with a reduced exercise price of $0.05 per warrant during the incentive exercise period from January 22, 2026, to February 22, 2026 [1][2]. Group 1: Incentive Program Details - The exercise price for the warrants will be amended to $0.05, down from original prices ranging from $0.06 to $0.30 [2][3]. - Each warrant holder who exercises their warrants during the incentive period will receive one additional common share purchase warrant, termed an "Incentive Warrant," which can be exercised at $0.06 for one year [2][3]. - A total of 11 different warrant issues are eligible for the program, with original exercise prices varying significantly [3]. Group 2: Participation Instructions - Warrant holders must exercise their warrants by submitting the original exercise form and payment during the incentive exercise period to qualify for the program [4]. - The aggregate exercise price must be paid in lawful Canadian currency through specified payment methods [4]. Group 3: Use of Proceeds - The company plans to use the proceeds from the exercise of warrants for general working capital and advancing exploration activities [5]. - Any shares issued from the exercise of Incentive Warrants will be subject to a statutory hold period of four months and one day [5]. Group 4: Company Overview - Spark Energy Minerals is focused on the exploration and development of critical minerals essential for the clean-energy transition, particularly in Brazil's Lithium Valley [8]. - The company's flagship Arapaima Project covers approximately 91,900 hectares and targets lithium and gallium-REE mineralization [8].

Core Viewpoint - Refined Energy Corp. is initiating a non-brokered "charity flow-through" private placement to raise between $1,500,000.60 and $2,000,000.10 through the sale of units priced at $1.05 each, aimed at funding exploration activities at its Dufferin Project [1][5]. Group 1: Private Placement Details - The private placement will consist of a minimum of 1,428,572 units and a maximum of 1,904,762 units, with each unit comprising one flow-through common share and one common share purchase warrant [1][2]. - Each warrant will allow the holder to purchase one common share at a price of $1.05 for a period of 24 months, subject to a 60-day hold period post-closing [2][3]. - The anticipated closing date for the private placement is around February 13, 2026, contingent upon regulatory approvals and raising the minimum amount [4]. Group 2: Use of Proceeds - The gross proceeds from the private placement will be allocated to eligible Canadian exploration expenses, specifically for flow-through critical mineral mining expenditures at the Dufferin Project [5]. - The phase one exploration program at the Dufferin Project is expected to commence in the first quarter of 2026 [5]. Group 3: Regulatory and Compliance Information - The units will be offered to purchasers in all provinces of Canada under the listed issuer financing exemption, meaning the securities will not be subject to resale restrictions [6]. - An offering document dated January 20, 2026, provides additional details regarding the private placement and can be accessed on the company's profile and website [7]. Group 4: Company Overview - Refined Energy Corp. is a junior mining company focused on acquiring and developing mineral properties in North America, with the Dufferin Project being its flagship initiative [9]. - The company also holds an option to earn up to a 100% interest in the Basin and Milner uranium properties in Saskatchewan and is exploring other mineral property acquisition opportunities [9].

Core Viewpoint - Pathfinder Ventures Inc. is conducting a non-brokered private placement of 40,000,000 common shares at a price of $0.05 per share, aiming to raise gross proceeds of $2,000,000 [1][2]. Group 1: Private Placement Details - The private placement will issue each share with one-half of a non-transferable common share purchase warrant, allowing the holder to acquire one additional common share at a price of $0.10 for 36 months [2]. - Finder's fees may be applicable in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange [2]. Group 2: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the private placement will be utilized for general working capital, supporting ongoing RV resort developments, projects, expansions, and advancing acquisition opportunities, including modular housing communities [3]. Group 3: Regulatory Approval - Completion of the private placement is subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange [3].

Core Viewpoint - Barksdale Resources Corp. is seeking TSX Venture Exchange acceptance to amend the terms of its debentures and associated warrants held by Delbrook Capital Advisors Inc., which includes extending maturity dates and reducing conversion and exercise prices [1][4]. Summary by Relevant Sections Debenture Amendments - The maturity date of the secured convertible debentures totaling CDN$1,500,000 will be extended from December 31, 2027, to December 31, 2028, with a reduction in conversion price from CDN$0.12 to CDN$0.10 per share [1]. - The maturity date of the secured convertible debentures totaling CDN$3,000,000 will also be extended from December 31, 2027, to December 31, 2028 [1]. Associated Warrants - The expiry date of the 8,000,000 detachable common share purchase warrants linked to the CDN$1,500,000 Debentures will be extended to December 31, 2028, with the exercise price reduced from CDN$0.12 to CDN$0.10 per share [1]. - The expiry date of the 7,500,000 detachable common share purchase warrants linked to the CDN$3,000,000 Debentures will similarly be extended to December 31, 2028 [1]. New Warrants Issuance - In exchange for the amendments, Barksdale plans to issue 7,000,000 new detachable common share purchase warrants to Delbrook, allowing the purchase of shares at a price of CDN$0.09 per share until December 31, 2028 [4]. Interest Rates - Both the CDN$1,500,000 and CDN$3,000,000 Debentures bear an interest rate of 10% per annum and are convertible into common shares of the company [2]. Put Right Provision - The debentures include a holder put right, allowing Delbrook to require the company to repurchase all or part of the outstanding principal amount after December 31, 2027, with specific conditions regarding the acceleration of warrant expiry dates [3]. Company Overview - Barksdale Resources Corp. is a base metal exploration company focused on acquiring and advancing base metal projects in North America, including the Sunnyside and San Antonio projects in Arizona and the San Javier project in Mexico [7].

Investment Activity - RAB Capital Jersey Limited purchased 1,250,000 units of Viva Gold Corp. at a price of C$0.16 per unit for a total of C$200,000 on December 30, 2025 [1] - Each unit consists of one common share and one-half non-transferable common share purchase warrant, with each warrant exercisable at C$0.24 per share until December 29, 2028 [1] Ownership Structure - Mr. Philip Richards now beneficially owns and controls 22,220,000 common shares and 5,775,000 warrants, representing approximately 12.94% of the outstanding shares on a non-diluted basis and approximately 16.31% on a partially-diluted basis [2] - Prior to this acquisition, Mr. Richards owned 20,971,500 common shares and 4,150,000 warrants [2] Investment Strategy - The units were acquired for investment purposes, with a long-term view, and RAB Capital may consider acquiring additional securities of Viva Gold or selling existing securities based on market conditions [3] - RAB Capital focuses on investments in small companies and real estate development opportunities based on fundamental analysis [4] Company Information - Viva Gold is a British Columbia company with its registered office located in Vancouver, Canada [5]

Group 1 - Labrador Gold (NKOSF) has acquired 16,666,667 Subscription Receipts of Northern Shield Resources for an investment of $1,000,000.02 at a price of $0.06 per Subscription Receipt [1] - The investment is conditional upon receiving LabGold shareholder and regulatory approval for a proposed change of business from a pure exploration company to an exploration and investment issuer [1] - Each Subscription Receipt will convert into one Unit of Northern Shield, which consists of one common share and one common share purchase warrant [1] Group 2 - The warrant allows the holder to purchase one additional common share at a price of $0.10 for a period of 36 months from the Escrow Release Date [1] - LabGold will have pre-emptive rights to participate in future financings of Northern Shield as long as it retains a 10% equity interest [1] - The Units will be subject to a voluntary lockup agreement prohibiting trading for four months from the Escrow Release Date [1] Group 3 - If LabGold shareholders do not approve the Change of Business, the Initial Investment Funds will be returned to LabGold, minus $20,000 for Northern Shield's reasonable expenses related to the financing [1]

Core Viewpoint - Labrador Gold Corp. has acquired 16,666,667 Subscription Receipts of Northern Shield Resources Inc. for an investment of $1,000,000.02, pending shareholder and regulatory approval for a change of business model to include equity investments in other resource companies [1][2]. Investment Details - The Subscription Receipts were purchased at a price of $0.06 each, and upon meeting the Escrow Release Conditions, they will convert into Units consisting of one common share and one warrant [1][4]. - Each warrant allows the purchase of an additional common share at a price of $0.10 for 36 months from the Escrow Release Date [1]. Rights and Conditions - As long as Labrador Gold retains a 10% equity interest in Northern Shield, it will have pre-emptive rights for future financings and the right to appoint a technical advisor for exploration activities [2]. - The Units acquired will be subject to a four-month voluntary lockup agreement post-Escrow Release Date [2]. Ownership Structure - Following the financing, Labrador Gold will beneficially own approximately 10.965% of Northern Shield's issued capital on a non-diluted basis and 19.76% on a partially diluted basis, assuming all warrants are exercised [4]. Future Intentions - The company has stated that the Subscription Receipts were acquired for investment purposes, with no current intention to increase or decrease its holdings in Northern Shield, although it may adjust its ownership through various means [5]. Company Background - Labrador Gold is focused on mineral exploration, particularly in acquiring and exploring gold projects in Eastern Canada [9].

Core Viewpoint - Copper Road Resources Inc. is increasing the size of its non-brokered private placement offering due to additional investor demand, with a total offering size of up to $1,084,900 [1] Group 1: Offering Details - The upsized offering will consist of the sale of up to 8,747,500 common share units at $0.035 per Unit for gross proceeds of up to $349,900, 13,333,333 flow-through units at $0.045 per FT Unit for gross proceeds of up to $600,000, and 2,700,000 FT Units at $0.05 per FT Unit for gross proceeds of up to $135,000 [1] - Each Unit consists of one common share and one common share purchase warrant, while each FT Unit consists of one common share and one Warrant, issued as a "flow-through share" [2] Group 2: Use of Proceeds - Gross proceeds from the sale of FT Units will be used for eligible "Canadian exploration expenses" related to "flow-through critical mineral mining expenditures," specifically for the exploration of the Ben Nevis Project or other Ontario properties [3] - Proceeds from the sale of Units will be allocated for property payments on the Ben Nevis Project and general working capital [4] Group 3: Regulatory and Transaction Details - The Company may pay finder's fees to eligible finders in connection with the Offering, and certain insiders may participate, which will be considered a "related party transaction" [5] - All securities issued will be subject to a hold period expiring four months and one day after issuance, and the completion of the Offering is subject to regulatory approvals, including from the TSX Venture Exchange [6][8] - The first tranche of the Offering closed on December 24, 2025, with 2,435,000 Units and 9,952,447 FT Units for aggregate gross proceeds of $545,260, and the final tranche is anticipated to close by December 31, 2025 [8]