Emperor Reports Additional Drill Results and Continues to Strengthen Conceptual Phase 1 Open-Pit

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Company
Emperor Metals Inc.
Ticker
AUOZ
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
Quebec
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-10-20 12:18:51 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Emperor Metals Inc. announced final assay results from seven new drillholes at its Duquesne West Project, with notable intercepts including 26.3 m grading 1.0 g/t Au (including 2.0 m at 4.3 g/t Au) and 19.2 m grading 1.2 g/t Au. These results reinforce the continuity and grade of near-surface mineralization, strengthening the conceptual Phase 1 open-pit concept and supporting the company's objective of advancing towards a Preliminary Economic Assessment. The company plans further drilling and overburden stripping to refine the pit parameters and update the resource model.

Reasoning: Emperor Metals reported additional drill results from its 2026 exploration campaign at the Duquesne West Project, highlighting significant near-surface gold intercepts that strengthen the conceptual Phase 1 open-pit model and advance the project towards a PEA. The program benefits from AI-assisted modeling and robust QA/QC.

Positive factors

  • New drill results confirm continuity and grade of near-surface gold mineralization
  • Results strengthen the conceptual Phase 1 open-pit model
  • Program is advancing towards a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA)
  • AI-assisted geological modeling is guiding exploration
  • Fully funded drilling to resume with additional meters planned
  • Planning underway for overburden stripping and grade-control drilling
  • Extensive QA/QC procedures disclosed with multiple certified labs and QP sign-off

Negative factors

  • True width is estimated as a range for the table, not provided for individual intercepts

Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.

Facts used in scoring: 43

Classification and evidence

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The release includes extensive QA/QC disclosure, naming certified labs (SGS, MSALabs ISO/IEC 17025 accredited), QP sign-off (John Labrecque, P.Geol.), and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, fire assay, metallic screening, PhotonAssay).

Evidence · text

“The Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) was conducted by Technominex, a geological contractor hired by Emperor Metals, which adheres to CIM Best Practices Guidelines for exploration related activities conducted at its facility in Rouyn Noranda, Quebec. The QA/QC procedures are overseen by a Qualified Person on site. Emperor Metals QA/QC protocols are maintained through the insertion of certified reference material (standards), blanks and lab duplicates within the sample stream totaling approximately one QA/QC sample per 7 samples. Drill core is cut in-half with a diamond saw, with one-half placed in sealed bags with appropriate tags and shipped to either the SGS Val D'Or, Quebec or MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and the other half retained on site in the original core box.”

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The tables state 'Estimated 70-90% True Thickness' and 'Estimated 70-75% True Thickness' as a general note, but no specific true width is provided for individual intercepts.

Evidence · table

“Estimated 70-90% True Thickness”

Context: Estimated 70-90% True Thickness

Step-Out Extensionpositive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The company aims to 'define and expand mineralization, targeting additional ounces both within the current resource footprint and through step-out and expansion drilling.'

Evidence · text

“Use the results to define and expand mineralization , targeting additional ounces both within the current resource footprint and through step-out and expansion drilling.”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 43. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (43)

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 26.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
26.3 m
From
42.5 m
To
68.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:42.5-68.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 26.3 m at 1.0 g/t Au from near surface, including higher-grade sections, is a solid result for an open-pit target, confirming continuity and contributing to the project's economic potential.

Positive factors

  • Good width and moderate grade for near-surface open-pit target
  • Includes higher-grade sub-intervals
  • Supports continuity of mineralization in conceptual open pit

Evidence · table

“1.0”

Context: 26.3

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 4.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
4.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
46.8 m
To
48.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:46.8-48.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval of 2.0 m at 4.3 g/t Au significantly boosts the economic potential of the broader intercept, indicating a strong mineralized core within the open-pit target.

Positive factors

  • High-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone
  • Enhances the overall grade profile of the near-surface mineralization

Evidence · table

“4.3”

Context: 2.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.1 m
From
58.8 m
To
64.9 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:58.8-64.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 6.1 m at 2.0 g/t Au is a strong result within the broader mineralized zone, further enhancing the potential economic viability of the near-surface open-pit target.

Positive factors

  • Good width and strong grade for an open-pit target
  • Contributes positively to the overall grade and continuity of the mineralized zone

Evidence · table

“2.0”

Context: 6.1

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

DQ26-22Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 19.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-22
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
19.2 m
From
111.1 m
To
130.3 m
Hole Depth
291 m
Intercept Depth
111.1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-22:111.1-130.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 19.2 m at 1.2 g/t Au, including a higher-grade section, is a positive result that extends mineralization at a slightly deeper level within the conceptual open pit.

Positive factors

  • Good width and moderate grade for an open-pit target
  • Includes a higher-grade sub-interval
  • Supports continuity of mineralization at depth within the conceptual open pit

Evidence · table

“1.2”

Context: 19.2

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

DQ26-22Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.8Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-22
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.8
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.3 m
From
124 m
To
130.3 m
Hole Depth
291 m
Intercept Depth
111.1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-22:124-130.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This higher-grade sub-interval of 6.3 m at 2.8 g/t Au significantly improves the economic attractiveness of the broader intercept, indicating a robust mineralized zone at depth.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a good width for an open-pit target
  • Enhances the overall grade profile of the mineralized zone at depth

Evidence · table

“2.8”

Context: 6.3

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

DQ26-23Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-23
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.5 m
From
110.3 m
To
116.8 m
Hole Depth
285 m
Intercept Depth
110.3 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-23:110.3-116.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 6.5 m at 0.7 g/t Au confirms mineralization but is a weaker result compared to others, suggesting lower-grade material at this location.

Positive factors

  • Confirms presence of mineralization at this depth

Negative factors

  • Grade is at the lower end for open-pit targets

Evidence · table

“0.7”

Context: 6.5

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

DQ26-28Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-28
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
82.2 m
To
89.2 m
Hole Depth
213 m
Intercept Depth
82.2 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-28:82.2-89.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 7.0 m at 0.4 g/t Au is a low-grade result, indicating marginal mineralization that may not be economically viable on its own.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade for an open-pit target

Evidence · table

“0.4”

Context: 7.0

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

DQ26-29Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 19.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-29
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
19.3 m
From
61 m
To
80.3 m
Hole Depth
174 m
Intercept Depth
61 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-29:61-80.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Despite its width, this intercept of 19.3 m at 0.3 g/t Au is very low grade, suggesting bulk tonnage potential but at grades that are likely sub-economic for an open pit.

Positive factors

  • Wide intercept indicates a broad mineralized zone

Negative factors

  • Very low grade for an open-pit target

Evidence · table

“0.3”

Context: 19.3

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

DQ26-58ADuquesne West · goldGrade: 1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-58A
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.9 m
From
75.7 m
To
80.5 m
Hole Depth
111 m
Intercept Depth
75.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-58A:75.7-80.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 4.9 m at 1.0 g/t Au is a moderate-grade result, but its narrow width limits its individual economic significance.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade for an open-pit target

Negative factors

  • Relatively narrow width

Evidence · table

“1.0”

Context: 4.9

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

DQ26-38ADuquesne West · goldGrade: 0.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-38A
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.9
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
235.3 m
To
236.3 m
Hole Depth
303 m
Intercept Depth
235.3 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-38A:235.3-236.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 1.0 m at 0.9 g/t Au is a very narrow, moderate-grade result, indicating limited mineralization at this depth.

Positive factors

  • Confirms presence of mineralization at depth

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width and moderate grade

Evidence · table

“0.9”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.8 m
From
42.5 m
To
44.3 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:42.5-44.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.8 m at 0.4 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization near surface.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization near surface

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.4”

Context: 1.8

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.5 m
From
44.3 m
To
46.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:44.3-46.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 2.5 m at 0.2 g/t Au is very low grade, indicating waste or very marginal material.

Negative factors

  • Very low grade

Evidence · table

“0.2”

Context: 2.5

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 3.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
3.9
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
46.8 m
To
47.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:46.8-47.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 3.9 g/t Au is a strong individual result, but its narrow width limits its overall impact.

Positive factors

  • High-grade intercept

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width

Evidence · table

“3.9”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 4.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
4.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
47.8 m
To
48.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:47.8-48.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very high-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 4.6 g/t Au is an excellent individual result, highlighting a bonanza-grade zone, though its narrowness limits broader impact.

Positive factors

  • Very high-grade intercept

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width

Evidence · table

“4.6”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
48.8 m
To
50.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:48.8-50.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 2.0 m at 0.1 g/t Au is extremely low grade, indicating waste material.

Negative factors

  • Extremely low grade

Evidence · table

“0.1”

Context: 2.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
50.8 m
To
51.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:50.8-51.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This barren intercept of 1.0 m at 0.0 g/t Au indicates a zone of no mineralization.

Negative factors

  • Barren intercept

Evidence · table

“0.0”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
51.8 m
To
52.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:51.8-52.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 1.0 m at 0.2 g/t Au is very low grade, indicating waste or very marginal material.

Negative factors

  • Very low grade

Evidence · table

“0.2”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
52.8 m
To
53.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:52.8-53.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 1.0 m at 0.1 g/t Au is extremely low grade, indicating waste material.

Negative factors

  • Extremely low grade

Evidence · table

“0.1”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
53.8 m
To
54.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:53.8-54.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 0.5 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
54.8 m
To
55.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:54.8-55.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 0.5 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
55.8 m
To
56.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:55.8-56.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 0.4 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.4”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
56.8 m
To
57.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:56.8-57.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 0.4 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.4”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
57.8 m
To
58.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:57.8-58.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 0.5 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
58.8 m
To
59.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:58.8-59.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This strong-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 2.1 g/t Au is a positive individual result, but its narrow width limits its overall impact.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade for an open-pit target

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width

Evidence · table

“2.1”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
59.8 m
To
60.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:59.8-60.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 0.6 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.6”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
60.8 m
To
61.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:60.8-61.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept of 1.0 m at 1.0 g/t Au is a moderate-grade result, but its narrow width limits its individual economic significance.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade for an open-pit target

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width

Evidence · table

“1.0”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
61.8 m
To
62.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:61.8-62.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 0.5 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
62.8 m
To
63.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:62.8-63.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.0 m at 0.3 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.3”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 7.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
7.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.1 m
From
63.8 m
To
64.9 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:63.8-64.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This exceptional high-grade intercept of 1.1 m at 7.1 g/t Au is a bonanza result, indicating a very rich zone of mineralization, though its narrowness limits broader impact.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional high-grade intercept

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width

Evidence · table

“7.1”

Context: 1.1

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.5 m
From
64.9 m
To
66.4 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:64.9-66.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.5 m at 0.5 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.5

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
66.4 m
To
67.4 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:66.4-67.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This barren intercept of 1.0 m at 0.0 g/t Au indicates a zone of no mineralization.

Negative factors

  • Barren intercept

Evidence · table

“0.0”

Context: 1.0

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

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.4 m
From
67.4 m
To
68.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:67.4-68.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade intercept of 1.4 m at 0.5 g/t Au is a minor result, indicating marginal mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization

Negative factors

  • Low grade and narrow width

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.4

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

DQ26-43Duquesne West · goldGrade: 3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 21.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-43
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
21.3 m
From
64.9 m
To
86.7 m
Intercept Depth
64.9 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-43:64.9-86.7
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This exceptional intercept of 21.3 m at 3.0 g/t Au is a very strong result, indicating a high-grade, wide zone that significantly enhances the project's open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional grade over a significant width for an open-pit target
  • Strongly supports the economic viability of the conceptual open pit

Evidence · table

“3.0”

Context: 21.3

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

DQ26-34Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-34
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9.5 m
From
53.8 m
To
63.3 m
Intercept Depth
53.8 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-34:53.8-63.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 9.5 m at 2.7 g/t Au is a very strong result, indicating a high-grade zone that significantly enhances the project's open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a good width for an open-pit target
  • Contributes positively to the overall grade profile of the near-surface mineralization

Evidence · table

“2.7”

Context: 9.5

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

DQ26-52Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-52
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
24.1 m
From
45.2 m
To
69.4 m
Intercept Depth
45.2 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-52:45.2-69.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This exceptional intercept of 24.1 m at 2.6 g/t Au is a very strong result, indicating a high-grade, wide zone that significantly enhances the project's open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional grade over a significant width for an open-pit target
  • Strongly supports the economic viability of the conceptual open pit

Evidence · table

“2.6”

Context: 24.1

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

DQ26-12Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-12
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.3 m
From
98.1 m
To
100.3 m
Intercept Depth
98.1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-12:98.1-100.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This strong-grade intercept of 2.3 m at 2.6 g/t Au is a positive individual result, but its narrow width limits its overall impact.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade for an open-pit target

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width

Evidence · table

“2.6”

Context: 2.3

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

DQ26-53Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-53
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14.3 m
From
50 m
To
64.3 m
Intercept Depth
50 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-53:50-64.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 14.3 m at 2.2 g/t Au is a very strong result, indicating a high-grade zone that significantly enhances the project's open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a good width for an open-pit target
  • Contributes positively to the overall grade profile of the near-surface mineralization

Evidence · table

“2.2”

Context: 14.3

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

DQ26-26Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-26
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
140 m
To
147 m
Intercept Depth
140 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-26:140-147
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 7.0 m at 2.1 g/t Au is a strong result, indicating a high-grade zone at depth that enhances the project's open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a good width for an open-pit target
  • Contributes positively to the overall grade profile of the mineralization at depth

Evidence · table

“2.1”

Context: 7.0

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

DQ26-17Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-17
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
5.5 m
From
90.1 m
To
95.5 m
Intercept Depth
90.1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-17:90.1-95.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 5.5 m at 1.6 g/t Au is a good result, indicating a solid mineralized zone that contributes positively to the open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Good grade over a moderate width for an open-pit target

Evidence · table

“1.6”

Context: 5.5

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

DQ26-32Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-32
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
12 m
From
66.2 m
To
78.2 m
Intercept Depth
66.2 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-32:66.2-78.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 12.0 m at 1.6 g/t Au is a strong result, indicating a solid mineralized zone that enhances the project's open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Good grade over a significant width for an open-pit target
  • Contributes positively to the overall grade profile of the near-surface mineralization

Evidence · table

“1.6”

Context: 12.0

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

DQ26-30Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-30
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7.1 m
From
125.4 m
To
132.5 m
Intercept Depth
125.4 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-30:125.4-132.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 7.1 m at 1.6 g/t Au is a good result, indicating a solid mineralized zone at depth that contributes positively to the open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Good grade over a moderate width for an open-pit target

Evidence · table

“1.6”

Context: 7.1

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

DQ26-50Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-50
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.1 m
From
40 m
To
44.1 m
Intercept Depth
40 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-50:40-44.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 4.1 m at 1.3 g/t Au is a moderate-grade result near surface, contributing to the overall mineralized footprint.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade for an open-pit target near surface

Negative factors

  • Relatively narrow width

Evidence · table

“1.3”

Context: 4.1

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

DQ26-18Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-18
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
96.9 m
To
103.9 m
Intercept Depth
96.9 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-18:96.9-103.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS Val D'Or, Quebec and MSALabs in Val D'Or, Quebec and SGS Burnaby, British Columbia
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
2026-10-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 7.0 m at 1.0 g/t Au is a moderate-grade result, contributing to the overall mineralized footprint at depth.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a good width for an open-pit target

Evidence · table

“1.0”

Context: 7.0

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

How Atlas produces this analysis

Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.