Field service providers engaged in advance of winter drill program mobilizationCALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pan American Energy Corp. (CSE: PNRG | OTC: PAANF | FRA: SS6) (“Pan American” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has selected the primary contractors to support execution of the Company’s winter field operations. Critical Discoveries has been engaged to provide the drill equipment and crew for the planned diamond drill program, Heli-Fix has been engaged to provide ...

Core Viewpoint - North American Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. is planning a high-resolution magnetic drone survey over its Bardy and Blanchette properties to enhance its exploration strategy for rare earth elements and niobium mineralization [1][7]. Planned UAV Magnetic Survey Overview - The UAV magnetic survey will cover approximately 191 line-kilometers with flight lines spaced 50 meters apart at an altitude of 20-30 meters above ground level, utilizing a Scintrex Cs-VL magnetometer [3][8]. - The survey aims to generate detailed magnetic data to assist in identifying structural and lithological trends associated with prospective REE-Nb-bearing granitic pegmatites [4][8]. Exploration Rationale and Next Steps - The properties have shown areas of interest based on recent positive grab sample results, which support further systematic follow-up targeting [5]. - After the survey, the company plans to integrate the magnetic data with existing geological observations to refine priority areas for follow-up mapping and sampling [6]. Company Background - North American Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. focuses on the acquisition and development of precious, base, and critical mineral assets, including properties in British Columbia and Quebec that are strategically important for energy and defense applications [9].

Winter drilling to provide first core-based test of priority REE–Nb targets identified by geophysicsCALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pan American Energy Corp. (CSE: PNRG | OTC: PAANF | FRA: SS6) (“Pan American” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it intends to carry out a winter diamond drilling program at its optioned Tharsis Project in the Northwest Territories (the “NWT”). The Tharsis Project covers the Squalus Lake Alkaline Complex, a Proterozoic, multi-phase alkaline intrus ...

Core Insights - North America Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. has reported positive preliminary results from its Phase 1 soil-gas radon survey on the Blanchette and Bardy properties in Québec, indicating multiple radon anomalies associated with rare earth element (REE) prospects [1][3][5] Survey Details - The Phase 1 soil-gas radon survey was conducted by RadonEx from December 16 to 18, 2025, covering a grid of 250 m x 250 m at Bardy with 68 sampling points and two grids of 200 m x 200 m at Blanchette with 72 sampling points [3][4] - Anomalous responses were defined as greater than 0.19 pCi/m²/s at Bardy and greater than 0.15 pCi/m²/s at Blanchette, with several radon anomalies located near known REE prospects [3][4] Interpretation and Trends - The preliminary interpretation suggests that the radon anomalies may indicate extensions of pegmatitic granitic dykes, which are known to host REE and niobium mineralization [3][5] - A WNW–ESE trend in the anomalous pattern at Bardy aligns with regional dyke orientations reported by Québec government geologists [5] Follow-Up Plans - The company plans to expand the radon soil gas survey in Q1 2026 to cover additional areas of the Blanchette, Bardy, and Seigneurie properties, with grid design and spacing currently under review [5][17] - A rapid follow-up backpack drilling program will be initiated to target the identified anomalous zones, allowing for quick geological logging and sampling [12][14] Methodology - The backpack drilling method is designed to drill through overburden of 20 m or more, recovering approximately 2–3 m of bedrock core for analysis [14][19] - The company aims to prioritize the most prospective areas for diamond drilling programs by combining near-real-time radon targeting with rapid follow-up sampling [15][19] Company Overview - North American Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. focuses on the acquisition and development of precious, base, and critical mineral assets, including properties in British Columbia and Québec that are rich in REE, niobium, and nickel-copper occurrences [23]

Vancouver, British Columbia, Jan. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North America Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. (CSE: NIOB) (FSE: IOR) (OTCQB: NIOMF) (“North American Niobium” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide an update on its Phase 1 soil-gas radon survey completed by RadonEx on the Company’s Blanchette and Bardy properties in Québec, located approximately 40 km northwest of the Municipality of La Tuque. Preliminary results are positive, with multiple anomalous zones (“radon hot spots”) observed tha ...

Core Insights - North American Niobium and Critical Minerals Corp. has completed its Phase 1 Fall 2025 prospecting program across four properties in Québec, focusing on verifying historical results and identifying new mineralized trends [1][2][12] Group 1: Program Overview - The 2025 program involved fieldwork from October 13 to November 5, 2025, with a total of 262 grab and channel samples collected, including 94.5 meters of channel sampling on the Seigneurie property [1][2][5] - The Seigneurie property was extended to include a historical REE-anomalous carbonatite subcrop identified by the Québec Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry in 2015 [2][6] Group 2: Geological Findings - Carbonatite boulders and pegmatite zones were identified across the properties, with significant geological diversity observed, including pegmatites, carbonatites, mafic intrusives, volcanics, metasedimentary units, and gneiss [6][10] - Two carbonatite areas were confirmed: one on the Blanchette property, a newly discovered location, and another on the Seigneurie property, which supports the presence of REE-anomalous carbonatite [7][9] Group 3: Future Outlook - The CEO of North American Niobium expressed optimism regarding the potential of the properties for critical minerals, anticipating assay results that will refine the exploration model for future work [12]

Core Insights - Quantum Critical Metals Corp. has reported strong correlations between mica content and the enrichment of critical metals such as gallium (Ga), rubidium (Rb), cesium (Cs), lithium (Li), niobium (Nb), tin (Sn), and tantalum (Ta) from the NMX East project in Québec [1][7]. Sample Analysis - Three hand-selected pegmatite core samples were analyzed for their mineral content, with varying mica percentages: Sample 1 (21.2 wt %), Sample 2 (72.7 wt %), and Sample 3 (0.7 wt %) [3][6]. - Sample 2, with the highest mica content, showed significant values: 186 ppm Ga, 959 ppm Li, 320 ppm Nb, 3,220 ppm Rb, 347 ppm Sn, and 71.5 ppm Ta, indicating that higher mica content correlates with higher metal values [6][7]. Mineralogical Studies - Detailed mineralogical studies are being conducted at SGS Lakefield to confirm the association of critical elements with mica, which could simplify the extraction process [2][9]. - The ongoing studies aim to validate preliminary assay results and enhance the understanding of the mineralization process within the pegmatite [9]. Strategic Importance - The NMX East project is 100% owned by Quantum and has been historically explored for lithium, but recent studies focus on gallium extraction feasibility [10]. - The project is strategically located near Power Metallic Mines Inc., which has expanded its land position, highlighting the regional potential for polymetallic exploration [10]. Development Focus - Quantum is prioritizing mineralogical and metallurgical studies to assess the economic viability of metal recovery, aiming to fast-track development in the critical metals sector [10]. - Initial findings suggest that gallium may be recoverable from mica, a non-traditional source, which could enhance domestic supply chains in light of geopolitical factors affecting critical mineral availability [10].