# Golden Cariboo Announces Inaugural NI 43-101 Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property, British Columbia Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431 Original source: https://orestocks.com/company/GCC.CN/press-releases/7421168569942760 Publisher: orestocks Original announcement: 2026-09-29T10:40:00.000Z Analysis by Minestarters Atlas Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-29T13:16:12.914Z Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-29T13:16:12.914Z - 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 Narrative sentiment: 0.80 · Bullish ## Minestarters Atlas 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 1.0 Moz Au Inferred and 178 koz Au Indicated. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: A high proportion of the resource \(71 Mt out of 81 Mt\) is in the Inferred category, which is speculative. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: 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 Testing** Polarity: negative Story-specific tag Definition: 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 Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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) ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-0) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · gold #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 178 koz Au Indicated. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-1) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · gold #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 175 koz Au Indicated. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-2) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · silver #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 494 koz Ag Indicated. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-3) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · gold #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 1.0 Moz Au Inferred. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-4) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · gold #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 995 koz Au Inferred. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-5) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · silver #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 2633 koz Ag Inferred. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-6) Inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle · gold #### 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 factor: Fact expanded from resource table columns \(model omitted this commodity\). Evidence · table > 175 Context: 9,966 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-7) Inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle · silver #### 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 factor: Fact expanded from resource table columns \(model omitted this commodity\). Evidence · table > 494 Context: 9,966 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-8) Inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle · gold #### 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 factor: Fact expanded from resource table columns \(model omitted this commodity\). Evidence · table > 995 Context: 70,851 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-9) Inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Quesnelle · silver #### 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 factor: Fact expanded from resource table columns \(model omitted this commodity\). Evidence · table > 2,633 Context: 70,851 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-10) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · gold #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 178 koz Au Indicated. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-11) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · silver #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 178 koz Au Indicated. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-12) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · gold #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 1.0 Moz Au Inferred. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/golden-cariboo-announces-inaugural-ni-43-101-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-q--0db0097e-a092-4242-a05d-7461eab82431#fact-resource-facts-13) Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property · silver #### 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 factor: Maiden resource estimate for the property, establishing a baseline for future work. - Positive factor: Significant contained metal of 1.0 Moz Au Inferred. - Positive factor: Resource is NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by an independent Qualified Person. - Positive factor: Resource is constrained by an open pit shell, indicating reasonable prospects for economic extraction. - Positive factor: Deposit remains open in all directions, with additional targets outside the current estimate, suggesting strong growth potential. - Positive factor: Project benefits from excellent existing infrastructure, including year-round road access and proximity to major suppliers. - Positive factor: Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and samples were analyzed by accredited laboratories. - Positive factor: Majority of Inferred resources are expected to be upgraded to Indicated with continued exploration. - Negative factor: High proportion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which is speculative. - Negative factor: No metallurgical testing has been carried out on the property, representing a significant technical risk. - Negative factor: 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 Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: 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 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.