Defense Metals Resource Upgrade Drilling Intersects 2.33% TREO over 153 Metres at the Wicheeda Rare Earth Project

Original announcement by orestocks on

Company
Defense Metals Corp.
Ticker
DEFN.V
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
British Columbia, Canada
Primary commodity
Rare earth elements
Secondary commodities
Cerium, Lanthanum, Neodymium, Praseodymium, Samarium, Gadolinium, Europium, Dysprosium, Terbium, Holmium
Document categories
Drill results, Resource update
Extracted
2026-10-08 13:00:03 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Defense Metals announced assay results for the final ten core drill holes from its spring 2026 resource upgrade program at the Wicheeda Rare Earth Project in British Columbia, Canada. The drilling successfully intersected significant widths of high to moderate grade rare earth element mineralization, with the highest grade-width intercept from hole WI26-104 (2.33% TREO over 153.2 metres) exceeding previous best results. These results are expected to contribute positively to upgrading inferred resources to an indicated or better category within the current pit confines.

Reasoning: Defense Metals reported broad, high-grade rare earth element intercepts from resource upgrade drilling at its Wicheeda Project. The drilling successfully targeted inferred resources within the PFS pit design, with one hole (WI26-104) delivering a record grade-width product for the campaign. While the overall average grade was slightly below predicted block model grades, specific areas showed significant positive reconciliation, supporting the goal of upgrading resource classification.

Positive factors

  • significant widths of high to moderate grade REE mineralization
  • highest grade x width intercept of the 2026 drill campaign (WI26-104) exceeded prior best GT
  • drill assays in western pit wall exceeded predicted block model grades by 24%
  • drilling designed to upgrade inferred resources to indicated or better category
  • QA/QC procedures are robust and disclosed

Negative factors

  • average drill assays were 87% of predicted inferred block model grades across the 19 holes, suggesting some areas performed below model expectations
  • true width is estimated, not precisely stated

Facts used in scoring: 136

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 136. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (136)

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 2.26Grade Unit: %Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
2.26
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 91.4 metres at 2.26% TREO is a significant width and good grade for rare earth elements, contributing positively to the resource upgrade program.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • good grade for rare earth elements
  • supports resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“2.26”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 1.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 1.11% over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.11”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.73Grade Unit: %Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.73
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.73% over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.73”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.28Grade Unit: %Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.28
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.28% over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.28”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: %Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.09% over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.09”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 309Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
309
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 309 ppm over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“309”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 152Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
152
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 152 ppm over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“152”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 65Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
65
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 65 ppm over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“65”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 43Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
43
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 43 ppm over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“43”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 13Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
13
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 13 ppm over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“13”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 5Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 91.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
5
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
91.4 m
From
5.7 m
To
97.1 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-97.1
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 5 ppm over 91.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“5”

Context: 91.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 3.25Grade Unit: %Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
3.25
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This higher-grade sub-interval of 34.3 metres at 3.25% TREO is a strong result for rare earth elements, supporting the resource upgrade.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • good grade for rare earth elements
  • supports resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“3.25”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 1.58Grade Unit: %Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.58
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 1.58% over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.58”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 1.1Grade Unit: %Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.1
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 1.10% over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.10”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.36
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.36% over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.36”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.13Grade Unit: %Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.13
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.13% over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.13”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 390Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
390
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 390 ppm over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“390”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 187Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
187
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 187 ppm over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“187”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 82Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
82
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 82 ppm over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“82”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 51Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
51
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 51 ppm over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“51”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 16Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
16
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 16 ppm over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“16”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-102Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 6Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 34.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-102
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
6
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
34.3 m
From
5.7 m
To
40 m
Intercept Depth
5.7 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-102:5.7-40
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 6 ppm over 34.3 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“6”

Context: 34.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 2.13Grade Unit: %Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
2.13
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 115.5 metres at 2.13% TREO is a significant width and good grade for rare earth elements, contributing positively to the resource upgrade program.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • good grade for rare earth elements
  • supports resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“2.13”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 1.03Grade Unit: %Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.03
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 1.03% over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.03”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.68Grade Unit: %Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.68
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.68% over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.68”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: %Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.26% over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: %Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.09% over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.09”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 324Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
324
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 324 ppm over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“324”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 157Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
157
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 157 ppm over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“157”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 70Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
70
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 70 ppm over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“70”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 40Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
40
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 40 ppm over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“40”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 13Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
13
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 13 ppm over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“13”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 5Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 115.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
5
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
115.5 m
From
2.5 m
To
118 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-118
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 5 ppm over 115.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this significant intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“5”

Context: 115.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 2.57Grade Unit: %Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
2.57
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This higher-grade sub-interval of 87.65 metres at 2.57% TREO is a strong result for rare earth elements, supporting the resource upgrade.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • good grade for rare earth elements
  • supports resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“2.57”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 1.25Grade Unit: %Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.25
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 1.25% over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.25”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.84Grade Unit: %Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.84
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.84% over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.84”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.31Grade Unit: %Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.31
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.31% over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.31”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.11% over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.11”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 380Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
380
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 380 ppm over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“380”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 181Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
181
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 181 ppm over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“181”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 81Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
81
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 81 ppm over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“81”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 41Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
41
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 41 ppm over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“41”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 15Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
15
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 15 ppm over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“15”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-103Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 4Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 87.65 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-103
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
4
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
87.65 m
From
2.5 m
To
90.15 m
Intercept Depth
2.5 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-103:2.5-90.15
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 4 ppm over 87.65 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“4”

Context: 87.65

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 2.33Grade Unit: %Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
2.33
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 153.2 metres at 2.33% TREO is the highest grade x width intercept of the 2026 campaign, significantly exceeding predicted grades and strongly supporting the resource upgrade.

Positive factors

  • highest grade x width intercept of the 2026 drill campaign
  • drill assays 34% higher than predicted inferred block model grades
  • very significant intercept width
  • good grade for rare earth elements
  • supports resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“2.33”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 1.13Grade Unit: %Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.13
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 1.13% over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.13”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.78Grade Unit: %Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.78
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.78% over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.78”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.27Grade Unit: %Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.27
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.27% over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.27”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: %Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.10% over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.10”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 294Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
294
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 294 ppm over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“294”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 136Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
136
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 136 ppm over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“136”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 63Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
63
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 63 ppm over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“63”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 36Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
36
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 36 ppm over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“36”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 12Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
12
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 12 ppm over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“12”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-104Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 4Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 153.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-104
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
4
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
153.2 m
From
3.8 m
To
157 m
Intercept Depth
3.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-104:3.8-157
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 4 ppm over 153.2 metres contributes significantly to the overall rare earth element content of this record intercept.

Positive factors

  • very significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“4”

Context: 153.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 1.29Grade Unit: %Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.29
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 84.4 metres at 1.29% TREO is a significant width but below the project's average grade, contributing to the resource upgrade.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • grade below project average
  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.29”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 0.63Grade Unit: %Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.63
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 0.63% over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.63”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.41Grade Unit: %Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.41
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.41% over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.41”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.16Grade Unit: %Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.16% over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.05% over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 184Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
184
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 184 ppm over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“184”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 95Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
95
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 95 ppm over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“95”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 42Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
42
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 42 ppm over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“42”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 39Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
39
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 39 ppm over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“39”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 10Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
10
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 10 ppm over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“10”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 6Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 84.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
6
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
84.4 m
From
14.6 m
To
99 m
Intercept Depth
14.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:14.6-99
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 6 ppm over 84.4 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“6”

Context: 84.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 1.77Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.77
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This higher-grade sub-interval of 36.5 metres at 1.77% TREO contributes positively to the resource upgrade program.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.77”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 0.87Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.87
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 0.87% over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.87”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.57Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.57
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.57% over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.57”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.21
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.21% over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.21”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.08Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.08
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.08% over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.08”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 238Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
238
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 238 ppm over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“238”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 120Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
120
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 120 ppm over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“120”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 52Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
52
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 52 ppm over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“52”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 46Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
46
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 46 ppm over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“46”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 13Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
13
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 13 ppm over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“13”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-105Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 6Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 36.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-105
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
6
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
36.5 m
From
34 m
To
70.5 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-105:34-70.5
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 6 ppm over 36.5 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“6”

Context: 36.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 1.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.4
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 66.0 metres at 1.40% TREO is a significant width but below the project's average grade, contributing to the resource upgrade.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • grade below project average
  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.40”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 0.69Grade Unit: %Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.69
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 0.69% over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.69”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.44Grade Unit: %Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.44
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.44% over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.44”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.17Grade Unit: %Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.17
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.17% over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.17”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.06% over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 189Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
189
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 189 ppm over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“189”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 96Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
96
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 96 ppm over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“96”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 42Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
42
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 42 ppm over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“42”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 36Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
36
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 36 ppm over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“36”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 10Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
10
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 10 ppm over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“10”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 5Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 66 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
5
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
66 m
From
20 m
To
86 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-86
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 5 ppm over 66.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“5”

Context: 66

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 1.84Grade Unit: %Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.84
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This higher-grade sub-interval of 33.0 metres at 1.84% TREO contributes positively to the resource upgrade program.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.84”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 0.92Grade Unit: %Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.92
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 0.92% over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.92”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: %Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.6
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.60% over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.60”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: %Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.21
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.21% over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.21”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.08Grade Unit: %Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.08
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.08% over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.08”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 229Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
229
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 229 ppm over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“229”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 112Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
112
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 112 ppm over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“112”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 50Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
50
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 50 ppm over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“50”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 35Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
35
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 35 ppm over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“35”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 11Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
11
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 11 ppm over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“11”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-106Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 5Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 33 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-106
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
5
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
33 m
From
20 m
To
53 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-106:20-53
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 5 ppm over 33.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“5”

Context: 33

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 1.43Grade Unit: %Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.43
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 105.0 metres at 1.43% TREO is a significant width but below the project's average grade, contributing to the resource upgrade.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • grade below project average
  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.43”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 0.7Grade Unit: %Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.7
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 0.70% over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.70”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.46Grade Unit: %Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.46
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.46% over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.46”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.18Grade Unit: %Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.18
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.18% over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.18”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.06% over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 199Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
199
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 199 ppm over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“199”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 99Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
99
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 99 ppm over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“99”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 43Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
43
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 43 ppm over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“43”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 31Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
31
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 31 ppm over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“31”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 9Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
9
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 9 ppm over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“9”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 4Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 105 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
4
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
105 m
From
10 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-115
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 4 ppm over 105.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“4”

Context: 105

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 1.73Grade Unit: %Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.73
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This higher-grade sub-interval of 54.0 metres at 1.73% TREO contributes positively to the resource upgrade program.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.73”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 0.85Grade Unit: %Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.85
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 0.85% over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.85”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.57Grade Unit: %Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.57
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.57% over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.57”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: %Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.21
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.21% over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.21”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.07% over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 227Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
227
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 227 ppm over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“227”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 109Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
109
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 109 ppm over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“109”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 49Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
49
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 49 ppm over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“49”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 29Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
29
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 29 ppm over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“29”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 9Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
9
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 9 ppm over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“9”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-107Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 3Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-107
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
3
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
54 m
From
10 m
To
64 m
Intercept Depth
10 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-107:10-64
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 3 ppm over 54.0 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“3”

Context: 54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 1.24Grade Unit: %Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.24
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 67.2 metres at 1.24% TREO is a significant width but below the project's average grade, contributing to the resource upgrade.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • grade below project average
  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.24”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: %Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.6
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 0.60% over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.60”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.38Grade Unit: %Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.38
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.38% over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.38”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.16Grade Unit: %Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.16% over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymiumGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide grade of 0.05% over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · samariumGrade: 192Grade Unit: ppm Sm2O3Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
192
Grade Unit
ppm Sm2O3
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide grade of 192 ppm over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“192”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadoliniumGrade: 115Grade Unit: ppm Gd2O3Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
115
Grade Unit
ppm Gd2O3
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide grade of 115 ppm over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“115”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · europiumGrade: 48Grade Unit: ppm Eu2O3Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
48
Grade Unit
ppm Eu2O3
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide grade of 48 ppm over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“48”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosiumGrade: 61Grade Unit: ppm Dy2O3Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
61
Grade Unit
ppm Dy2O3
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide grade of 61 ppm over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“61”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbiumGrade: 14Grade Unit: ppm Tb4O7Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
14
Grade Unit
ppm Tb4O7
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide grade of 14 ppm over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“14”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmiumGrade: 9Grade Unit: ppm Ho2O3Intercept: 67.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
9
Grade Unit
ppm Ho2O3
Intercept
67.2 m
From
33.8 m
To
101 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-101
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide grade of 9 ppm over 67.2 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this intercept.

Positive factors

  • significant intercept width
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“9”

Context: 67.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare earth elementsGrade: 2.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 26.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare earth elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
2.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
26.1 m
From
33.8 m
To
59.9 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-59.9
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This higher-grade sub-interval of 26.1 metres at 2.11% TREO contributes positively to the resource upgrade program.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to resource upgrade objective

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“2.11”

Context: 26.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · ceriumGrade: 1.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 26.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
1.02
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
26.1 m
From
33.8 m
To
59.9 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-59.9
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide grade of 1.02% over 26.1 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“1.02”

Context: 26.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanumGrade: 0.67Grade Unit: %Intercept: 26.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.67
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
26.1 m
From
33.8 m
To
59.9 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-59.9
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide grade of 0.67% over 26.1 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.67”

Context: 26.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-108Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymiumGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: %Intercept: 26.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-108
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN.V

Geometry

Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
26.1 m
From
33.8 m
To
59.9 m
Intercept Depth
33.8 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-108:33.8-59.9
Mining Method
open_pit

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide grade of 0.26% over 26.1 metres contributes to the overall rare earth element content of this higher-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • higher grade sub-interval
  • contributes to overall rare earth element content

Negative factors

  • true width is estimated

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 26.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

How Atlas produces this analysis

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