Golden Cariboo Announces Inaugural NI 43-101 Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property, British Columbia
Original announcement by orestocks on
- Company
- Golden Cariboo Resources Ltd.
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
- Exchange
- Unavailable
- Region
- British Columbia
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- Silver
- Document categories
- Resource update
- Extracted
- 2026-09-29 13:16:13 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Atlas analysis published:
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Golden Cariboo Resources has announced its inaugural NI 43-101 compliant Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property in British Columbia. The estimate outlines 10 Mt at 0.56 g/t AuEq for 178,000 oz Au in the Indicated category, and 71 Mt at 0.44 g/t AuEq for 1.0 Moz Au in the Inferred category. The company highlights the resource's open-ended nature, strong growth potential, and excellent existing infrastructure, despite the current lack of metallurgical testwork.
Reasoning: Golden Cariboo announced its inaugural NI 43-101 compliant MRE for the Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property, outlining significant gold and silver resources constrained by an open pit shell. While the majority of the resource is Inferred and metallurgical testing is pending, the estimate establishes a strong baseline with significant growth potential and good infrastructure.
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 1.0 Moz Au Inferred and 178 koz Au Indicated.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- A high proportion of the resource (71 Mt out of 81 Mt) is in the Inferred category, which is speculative.
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 14
Classification and evidence
Maiden Resourceneutral
First formal MRE for the project — establishes baseline but typically exploration-stage with high Inferred component.
Why it applies: This is the first formal Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property, as stated in the document's title and body.
Evidence · text
“inaugural independent Mineral Resource Estimate”
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: The Mineral Resource Estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
Evidence · text
“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: The MRE has been prepared by Sue Bird, P.Eng., of Bird Resource Consulting Corp., an independent Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“prepared by Sue Bird, P.Eng., of Bird Resource Consulting Corp. (“BRCC”), an independent Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101”
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: A significant portion of the resource (71 Mt at 0.44 g/t AuEq for 1.0 Moz Au) is classified as Inferred Mineral Resources.
Evidence · text
“71Mt at 0.44g/t for 1.0 Moz Au Inferred”
No Metallurgical Testingnegative · Story-specific tag
No canonical definition is currently available.
Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'No metallurgical testing has been carried out at the Property'.
Evidence · text
“No metallurgical testing has been carried out at the Property.”
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: The reporting cut-off grade of 0.15 g/t Gold Equivalent (AuEq) is clearly stated.
Evidence · text
“Reporting cut-off grade(s): 0.15 g/t Gold Equivalent (AuEq)”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 14. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Resource Estimates (14)
indicatedQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · goldTonnes: 9966000Grade: 0.556Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 178Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:6f95ac1c94551533e6d8
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 9966000
- Grade
- 0.556
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 178
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.556
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Indicated resource represents a significant portion of the initial MRE, providing a higher confidence base for future studies, and is supported by strong reporting standards and infrastructure.
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 178 koz Au Indicated.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“0.556”
Context: 9,966
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · goldTonnes: 9966000Grade: 0.547Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 175Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:6f95ac1c94551533e6d8
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 9966000
- Grade
- 0.547
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 175
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.556
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Indicated gold resource provides a high-confidence estimate for the project's primary commodity, supported by robust reporting standards and infrastructure.
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 175 koz Au Indicated.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“0.547”
Context: 9,966
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · silverTonnes: 9966000Grade: 1.5Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 494Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:6f95ac1c94551533e6d8
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 9966000
- Grade
- 1.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 494
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.556
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Indicated silver resource contributes to the overall project value, providing a byproduct credit alongside the primary gold, and is supported by robust reporting standards.
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 494 koz Ag Indicated.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“1.5”
Context: 9,966
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · goldTonnes: 70851000Grade: 0.444Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1011Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:fb8f6e1c9c0bc145c492
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 70851000
- Grade
- 0.444
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 1011
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.444
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Inferred resource represents the bulk of the initial MRE, indicating substantial exploration potential, and is expected to be upgraded with further work.
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 1.0 Moz Au Inferred.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative.
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“0.444”
Context: 70,851
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · goldTonnes: 70851000Grade: 0.437Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 995Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:fb8f6e1c9c0bc145c492
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 70851000
- Grade
- 0.437
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 995
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.444
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Inferred gold resource provides substantial exploration upside, forming the largest part of the initial MRE, with potential for future upgrade.
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 995 koz Au Inferred.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative.
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“0.437”
Context: 70,851
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · silverTonnes: 70851000Grade: 1.2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 2633Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:fb8f6e1c9c0bc145c492
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 70851000
- Grade
- 1.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 2633
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.444
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Inferred silver resource provides additional byproduct potential, contributing to the overall economic viability of the project, with future upgrade potential.
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 2633 koz Ag Inferred.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative.
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“1.2”
Context: 70,851
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedInaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle · goldTonnes: 9966Grade: 175Grade Unit: g/tView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle
- Commodity
- gold
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
- Resource group id
- resource:b8444502791c9b671d62
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 9966
- Grade
- 175
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.556
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.
Negative factors
- Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).
Evidence · table
“175”
Context: 9,966
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
indicatedInaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle · silverTonnes: 9966Grade: 494Grade Unit: g/tView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle
- Commodity
- silver
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
- Resource group id
- resource:b8444502791c9b671d62
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 9966
- Grade
- 494
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.556
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.
Negative factors
- Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).
Evidence · table
“494”
Context: 9,966
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
inferredInaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle · goldTonnes: 70851Grade: 995Grade Unit: g/tView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle
- Commodity
- gold
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
- Resource group id
- resource:a329f2cec80c5d6ab80d
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 70851
- Grade
- 995
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.444
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.
Negative factors
- Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).
Evidence · table
“995”
Context: 70,851
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
inferredInaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle · silverTonnes: 70851Grade: 2633Grade Unit: g/tView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle
- Commodity
- silver
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
- Resource group id
- resource:a329f2cec80c5d6ab80d
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 70851
- Grade
- 2633
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.444
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.
Negative factors
- Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).
Evidence · table
“2,633”
Context: 70,851
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
indicatedQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · goldTonnes: 12118Grade: 183Grade Unit: g/tView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:b6008ed65608b608a429
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 12118
- Grade
- 183
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.479
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Indicated resource represents a significant portion of the initial MRE, providing a higher confidence base for future studies, and is supported by strong reporting standards and infrastructure. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 178 koz Au Indicated.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“183”
Context: 12,118
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
indicatedQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · silverTonnes: 12118Grade: 568Grade Unit: g/tView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:b6008ed65608b608a429
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 12118
- Grade
- 568
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.479
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Indicated resource represents a significant portion of the initial MRE, providing a higher confidence base for future studies, and is supported by strong reporting standards and infrastructure. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 178 koz Au Indicated.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“568”
Context: 12,118
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
inferredQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · goldTonnes: 84914Grade: 1048Grade Unit: g/tView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:23742d8d6a4b8b6e3a79
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 84914
- Grade
- 1048
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.391
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Inferred resource represents the bulk of the initial MRE, indicating substantial exploration potential, and is expected to be upgraded with further work. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 1.0 Moz Au Inferred.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative.
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“1,048”
Context: 84,914
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
inferredQuesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · silverTonnes: 84914Grade: 3022Grade Unit: g/tView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- British Columbia
- Ticker
- GCC.CN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2026-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Sue Bird
- Resource group id
- resource:23742d8d6a4b8b6e3a79
- Deposit or zone
- Halo-North Hixon Zones
- Mining method
- open_pit
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 84914
- Grade
- 3022
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t AuEq
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-09-26
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.391
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Canada Ltd. and MSALABS
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Inferred resource represents the bulk of the initial MRE, indicating substantial exploration potential, and is expected to be upgraded with further work. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work.
- Significant contained metal of 1.0 Moz Au Inferred.
- Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person.
- Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction.
- Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential.
- Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories.
- Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration.
Negative factors
- High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative.
- No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk.
- The Main zone and historical drill holes were not included in the current MRE.
Evidence · table
“3,022”
Context: 84,914
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
How Atlas produces this analysis
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