# Kootenay Reports Drill Results from Lupe Vein as 60,000-Meter Columba Program Advances

Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a

Original source: https://kootenaysilver.com/news/kootenay/2026/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60000-meter-columba-program-advances

Publisher: prospectors\_exchange

Original announcement: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-23T12:52:16.710Z

Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-23T12:52:16.710Z

- Company: Kootenay Silver Inc.

- Ticker: KTN

- Exchange: Unavailable

- Region: Chihuahua, Mexico

- Primary commodity: Silver

- Secondary commodities: Lead, Zinc

- Document categories: Drill results

- Extracted: 2026-09-23 12:52:17 UTC

Narrative sentiment: 0.80 · Bullish

## Minestarters Atlas summary

Kootenay Silver Inc. announced high-grade drill results from expansion drilling at its Columba High-Grade Silver Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, focusing on the Lupe Vein. The program returned multiple broad and high-grade silver intercepts, including 4,040 gpt silver over 0.30 meters and 232 gpt silver over 24.00 meters, significantly expanding the known strike and depth of the Lupe Vein system. The company has completed over 30,000 meters of its 60,000-meter drill program, with drilling now moving to other vein targets.

Reasoning: Kootenay Silver reported multiple high-grade and broad silver intercepts from expansion drilling at the Lupe Vein, significantly extending the known mineralization and demonstrating strong potential for resource growth. The results include several exceptional silver grades and strong grade-thickness products, with lead and zinc also contributing to the overall value. The program successfully expanded the Lupe Vein system and identified new blind veins, indicating high novelty and materiality.

- Positive factor: Exceptional silver grades, significantly exceeding project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: Broad mineralized intercepts, indicating substantial width

- Positive factor: Successful step-out drilling extending the known strike and depth of the Lupe Vein system

- Positive factor: Discovery of new 'blind' veins, suggesting further exploration potential

- Positive factor: True width estimates provided for most intercepts, enhancing geological confidence

- Positive factor: Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed and QP signed off

Facts used in scoring: 46

## Classification and evidence

No classification tags are available.

## Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 46. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

## Drill Results (46)

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-0)

Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 94
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 84.45 m
- True Width: 57.43 m
- From: 392.55 m
- To: 477 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:392.55-477
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 94 gpt silver over 84.45 meters represents a strong silver grade and exceptional grade-thickness product, significantly contributing to the expansion of the Lupe Vein system.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade \(94 gpt Ag\) for an epithermal deposit

- Positive factor: Exceptional grade-thickness product \(7938.3 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Very broad intercept length \(84.45 m\) with significant true width \(57.43 m\)

- Positive factor: Indicates significant expansion of the Lupe Vein system

Evidence · text

> 94 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.2% zinc over 84.45 meters \(57.43m estimated true width “etw”\) from 392.55m downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 57.43

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-1)

Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 84.45 m
- True Width: 57.43 m
- From: 392.55 m
- To: 477 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:392.55-477
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.1% lead over 84.45 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the overall polymetallic nature and expansion of the Lupe Vein system.

- Positive factor: Broad intercept length \(84.45 m\) with significant true width \(57.43 m\)

- Positive factor: Indicates significant expansion of the Lupe Vein system

Evidence · text

> 94 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.2% zinc over 84.45 meters \(57.43m estimated true width “etw”\) from 392.55m downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 57.43

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-2)

Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.2
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 84.45 m
- True Width: 57.43 m
- From: 392.55 m
- To: 477 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:392.55-477
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.2% zinc over 84.45 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the overall polymetallic nature and expansion of the Lupe Vein system.

- Positive factor: Broad intercept length \(84.45 m\) with significant true width \(57.43 m\)

- Positive factor: Indicates significant expansion of the Lupe Vein system

Evidence · text

> 94 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.2% zinc over 84.45 meters \(57.43m estimated true width “etw”\) from 392.55m downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 57.43

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-3)

Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 755
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.8 m
- True Width: 1.22 m
- From: 415 m
- To: 416.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:415-416.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval of 755 gpt silver over 1.8 meters is an exceptional result, significantly contributing to the overall value of the broader intercept and indicating high-grade mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Exceptional silver grade \(755 gpt Ag\), well above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(1.22 m\)

Evidence · text

> 755 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.8% zinc over 1.8 meters \(1.22m etw\) from 415m downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.22

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-4)

Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.8 m
- True Width: 1.22 m
- From: 415 m
- To: 416.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:415-416.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.1% lead over 1.8 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(1.22 m\)

Evidence · text

> 755 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.8% zinc over 1.8 meters \(1.22m etw\) from 415m downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.22

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-5)

Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.8
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.8 m
- True Width: 1.22 m
- From: 415 m
- To: 416.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:415-416.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.8% zinc over 1.8 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(1.22 m\)

Evidence · text

> 755 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.8% zinc over 1.8 meters \(1.22m etw\) from 415m downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.22

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-6)

Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1165
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.83 m
- True Width: 0.56 m
- From: 415.97 m
- To: 416.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:415.97-416.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very high-grade sub-interval of 1165 gpt silver over 0.83 meters is an exceptional result, highlighting a bonanza-grade zone within the broader intercept.

- Positive factor: Exceptional silver grade \(1165 gpt Ag\), well above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(0.56 m\)

Evidence · text

> 1,165 gpt silver, 0.2% lead, 1.3% zinc along 0.83 meters \(0.56m etw\) from 415.97 meters downhole.

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.56

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-7)

Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.2
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.83 m
- True Width: 0.56 m
- From: 415.97 m
- To: 416.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:415.97-416.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.2% lead over 0.83 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(0.56 m\)

Evidence · text

> 1,165 gpt silver, 0.2% lead, 1.3% zinc along 0.83 meters \(0.56m etw\) from 415.97 meters downhole.

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.56

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-8)

Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.3
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.83 m
- True Width: 0.56 m
- From: 415.97 m
- To: 416.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:415.97-416.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 1.3% zinc over 0.83 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(0.56 m\)

Evidence · text

> 1,165 gpt silver, 0.2% lead, 1.3% zinc along 0.83 meters \(0.56m etw\) from 415.97 meters downhole.

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.56

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-9)

Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 28
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 24 m
- True Width: 16.32 m
- From: 656 m
- To: 680 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:656-680
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 28 gpt silver over 24 meters, while a weak grade, represents a moderate grade-thickness product and indicates continued mineralization at depth within the Lupe Vein system.

- Positive factor: Moderate grade-thickness product \(672 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Broad intercept length \(24 m\) with significant true width \(16.32 m\)

- Positive factor: Indicates mineralization at depth

Evidence · text

> 28 gpt silver, 0.5% lead, 0.7% zinc over 24 meters \(16.32m etw.\) from 656 meters downhole.

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 16.32

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-10)

Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.5
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 24 m
- True Width: 16.32 m
- From: 656 m
- To: 680 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:656-680
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.5% lead over 24 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Broad intercept length \(24 m\) with significant true width \(16.32 m\)

- Positive factor: Indicates mineralization at depth

Evidence · text

> 28 gpt silver, 0.5% lead, 0.7% zinc over 24 meters \(16.32m etw.\) from 656 meters downhole.

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 16.32

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-254

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Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-254
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 24 m
- True Width: 16.32 m
- From: 656 m
- To: 680 m
- Intercept Depth: 392.55 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-254:656-680
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.7% zinc over 24 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Broad intercept length \(24 m\) with significant true width \(16.32 m\)

- Positive factor: Indicates mineralization at depth

Evidence · text

> 28 gpt silver, 0.5% lead, 0.7% zinc over 24 meters \(16.32m etw.\) from 656 meters downhole.

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 16.32

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 759
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 6.02 m
- True Width: 3.01 m
- From: 378.68 m
- To: 384.7 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:378.68-384.7
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 759 gpt silver over 6.02 meters is an exceptional grade and strong grade-thickness product, indicating significant high-grade mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Exceptional silver grade \(759 gpt Ag\), well above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: Strong grade-thickness product \(4568.58 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(3.01 m\)

Evidence · text

> 759 gpt silver, 0.6% lead and 1% zinc over 6.02 meters \(3.01m etw\) from 378.68 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 3.01

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.6
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 6.02 m
- True Width: 3.01 m
- From: 378.68 m
- To: 384.7 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:378.68-384.7
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.6% lead over 6.02 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(3.01 m\)

Evidence · text

> 759 gpt silver, 0.6% lead and 1% zinc over 6.02 meters \(3.01m etw\) from 378.68 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 3.01

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 6.02 m
- True Width: 3.01 m
- From: 378.68 m
- To: 384.7 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:378.68-384.7
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 1.0% zinc over 6.02 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(3.01 m\)

Evidence · text

> 759 gpt silver, 0.6% lead and 1% zinc over 6.02 meters \(3.01m etw\) from 378.68 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 3.01

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1184
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 2.92 m
- True Width: 1.46 m
- From: 378.68 m
- To: 381.6 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:378.68-381.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval of 1184 gpt silver over 2.92 meters is an exceptional result, indicating a significant high-grade zone within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Exceptional silver grade \(1184 gpt Ag\), well above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: Strong grade-thickness product \(3457.28 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(1.46 m\)

Evidence · text

> 1,184 gpt silver, 0.6% lead, 0.8% zinc over 2.92 meters \(1.46m etw\) from 378.68 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.46

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.6
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 2.92 m
- True Width: 1.46 m
- From: 378.68 m
- To: 381.6 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:378.68-381.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.6% lead over 2.92 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(1.46 m\)

Evidence · text

> 1,184 gpt silver, 0.6% lead, 0.8% zinc over 2.92 meters \(1.46m etw\) from 378.68 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.46

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.8
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 2.92 m
- True Width: 1.46 m
- From: 378.68 m
- To: 381.6 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:378.68-381.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.8% zinc over 2.92 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(1.46 m\)

Evidence · text

> 1,184 gpt silver, 0.6% lead, 0.8% zinc over 2.92 meters \(1.46m etw\) from 378.68 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.46

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 4040
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.3 m
- True Width: 0.15 m
- From: 379.96 m
- To: 380.26 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:379.96-380.26
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very high-grade sub-interval of 4040 gpt silver over 0.30 meters is an exceptional result, indicating a bonanza-grade zone within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Exceptional silver grade \(4040 gpt Ag\), well above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(0.15 m\)

Evidence · text

> 4,040 gpt silver, 3.2% lead, 1.3% zinc over 0.30 meters \(0.15m etw\) from 379.96 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.15

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.2
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.3 m
- True Width: 0.15 m
- From: 379.96 m
- To: 380.26 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:379.96-380.26
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 3.2% lead over 0.30 meters represents a moderate lead grade, contributing to the polymetallic nature of the bonanza-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: Moderate lead grade \(3.2% Pb\)

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(0.15 m\)

Evidence · text

> 4,040 gpt silver, 3.2% lead, 1.3% zinc over 0.30 meters \(0.15m etw\) from 379.96 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.15

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.3
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.3 m
- True Width: 0.15 m
- From: 379.96 m
- To: 380.26 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:379.96-380.26
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 1.3% zinc over 0.30 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the bonanza-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(0.15 m\)

Evidence · text

> 4,040 gpt silver, 3.2% lead, 1.3% zinc over 0.30 meters \(0.15m etw\) from 379.96 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.15

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-256

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Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-256
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 168
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 14.61 m
- True Width: 7.31 m
- From: 101.19 m
- To: 115.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 101.19 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-256:101.19-115.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 168 gpt silver over 14.61 meters from the G Vein represents a moderate grade and grade-thickness product, indicating new mineralization and adding to the overall prospectivity of the project.

- Positive factor: Moderate silver grade \(168 gpt Ag\)

- Positive factor: Moderate grade-thickness product \(2455.3 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Significant intercept length \(14.61 m\) with good true width \(7.31 m\)

- Positive factor: Intersection of a lesser-known vein \(G Vein\) adds exploration potential

Evidence · text

> An intersection of the lesser-known G Vein high in the hole returned 14.61 meters \(7.31 m etw\) grading 168 gpt silver from 101.19 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 7.31

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-257

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Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-257
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 250
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 11 m
- True Width: 5.94 m
- From: 438 m
- To: 449 m
- Intercept Depth: 438 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-257:438-449
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 250 gpt silver over 11 meters represents a strong silver grade and moderate grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade \(250 gpt Ag\), above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: Moderate grade-thickness product \(2750 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Significant intercept length \(11 m\) with good true width \(5.94 m\)

Evidence · text

> 250 gpt silver, 1.4% lead, 0.8% zinc over 11 meters \(5.94m etw\) from 438.0 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 5.94

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-257

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Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-257
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.4
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 11 m
- True Width: 5.94 m
- From: 438 m
- To: 449 m
- Intercept Depth: 438 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-257:438-449
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 1.4% lead over 11 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Significant intercept length \(11 m\) with good true width \(5.94 m\)

Evidence · text

> 250 gpt silver, 1.4% lead, 0.8% zinc over 11 meters \(5.94m etw\) from 438.0 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 5.94

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-257

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-24)

Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-257
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.8
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 11 m
- True Width: 5.94 m
- From: 438 m
- To: 449 m
- Intercept Depth: 438 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-257:438-449
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.8% zinc over 11 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Significant intercept length \(11 m\) with good true width \(5.94 m\)

Evidence · text

> 250 gpt silver, 1.4% lead, 0.8% zinc over 11 meters \(5.94m etw\) from 438.0 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 5.94

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-257

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-25)

Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-257
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 293
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 9 m
- True Width: 4.86 m
- From: 440 m
- To: 449 m
- Intercept Depth: 438 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-257:440-449
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 293 gpt silver over 9 meters represents a strong silver grade and moderate grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade \(293 gpt Ag\), above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: Moderate grade-thickness product \(2637 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Good intercept length \(9 m\) with good true width \(4.86 m\)

Evidence · text

> 293 gpt silver, 1.7% lead and 0.9% zinc over 9 meters \(4.86m etw\) from 440 meters

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.86

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-257

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-26)

Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-257
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 9 m
- True Width: 4.86 m
- From: 440 m
- To: 449 m
- Intercept Depth: 438 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-257:440-449
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 1.7% lead over 9 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Good intercept length \(9 m\) with good true width \(4.86 m\)

Evidence · text

> 293 gpt silver, 1.7% lead and 0.9% zinc over 9 meters \(4.86m etw\) from 440 meters

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.86

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-257

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-27)

Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-257
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.9
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 9 m
- True Width: 4.86 m
- From: 440 m
- To: 449 m
- Intercept Depth: 438 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-257:440-449
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.9% zinc over 9 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Good intercept length \(9 m\) with good true width \(4.86 m\)

Evidence · text

> 293 gpt silver, 1.7% lead and 0.9% zinc over 9 meters \(4.86m etw\) from 440 meters

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.86

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-257

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-28)

Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-257
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 370
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 3.8 m
- True Width: 2.05 m
- From: 444 m
- To: 447.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 438 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-257:444-447.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval of 370 gpt silver over 3.80 meters represents a strong silver grade and moderate grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade \(370 gpt Ag\), above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: Moderate grade-thickness product \(1406 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(2.05 m\)

Evidence · text

> 370 gpt silver, 4.0% lead and 1.7% zinc over 3.80 meters \(2.05m etw\) from 444 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 2.05

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-257

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-29)

Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-257
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 4
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 3.8 m
- True Width: 2.05 m
- From: 444 m
- To: 447.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 438 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-257:444-447.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 4.0% lead over 3.80 meters represents a moderate lead grade, contributing to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Moderate lead grade \(4.0% Pb\)

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(2.05 m\)

Evidence · text

> 370 gpt silver, 4.0% lead and 1.7% zinc over 3.80 meters \(2.05m etw\) from 444 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 2.05

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-257

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Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-257
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 3.8 m
- True Width: 2.05 m
- From: 444 m
- To: 447.8 m
- Intercept Depth: 438 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-257:444-447.8
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 1.7% zinc over 3.80 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(2.05 m\)

Evidence · text

> 370 gpt silver, 4.0% lead and 1.7% zinc over 3.80 meters \(2.05m etw\) from 444 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 2.05

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-31)

Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 232
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 24 m
- True Width: 15.36 m
- From: 407 m
- To: 431 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:407-431
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 232 gpt silver over 24 meters represents a strong silver grade and grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade \(232 gpt Ag\), above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: Strong grade-thickness product \(5568 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Very broad intercept length \(24 m\) with significant true width \(15.36 m\)

Evidence · text

> 232 gpt silver, 0.3% lead, 0.6% zinc over 24.00 meters \(15.36m etw\) from 407 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 15.36

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.3
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 24 m
- True Width: 15.36 m
- From: 407 m
- To: 431 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:407-431
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.3% lead over 24 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Very broad intercept length \(24 m\) with significant true width \(15.36 m\)

Evidence · text

> 232 gpt silver, 0.3% lead, 0.6% zinc over 24.00 meters \(15.36m etw\) from 407 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 15.36

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.6
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 24 m
- True Width: 15.36 m
- From: 407 m
- To: 431 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:407-431
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.6% zinc over 24 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Very broad intercept length \(24 m\) with significant true width \(15.36 m\)

Evidence · text

> 232 gpt silver, 0.3% lead, 0.6% zinc over 24.00 meters \(15.36m etw\) from 407 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 15.36

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 358
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 14 m
- True Width: 8.96 m
- From: 417 m
- To: 431 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:417-431
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval of 358 gpt silver over 14 meters represents a strong silver grade and grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade \(358 gpt Ag\), above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: Strong grade-thickness product \(5012 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Significant intercept length \(14 m\) with good true width \(8.96 m\)

Evidence · text

> 358 gpt silver, 0.5% lead and 0.9% zinc over 14 meters \(8.96m etw\) from 417 meters

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 8.96

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.5
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 14 m
- True Width: 8.96 m
- From: 417 m
- To: 431 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:417-431
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.5% lead over 14 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Significant intercept length \(14 m\) with good true width \(8.96 m\)

Evidence · text

> 358 gpt silver, 0.5% lead and 0.9% zinc over 14 meters \(8.96m etw\) from 417 meters

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 8.96

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.9
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 14 m
- True Width: 8.96 m
- From: 417 m
- To: 431 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:417-431
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.9% zinc over 14 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Significant intercept length \(14 m\) with good true width \(8.96 m\)

Evidence · text

> 358 gpt silver, 0.5% lead and 0.9% zinc over 14 meters \(8.96m etw\) from 417 meters

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 8.96

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-37)

Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1520
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.55 m
- True Width: 0.35 m
- From: 420.45 m
- To: 421 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:420.45-421
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very high-grade sub-interval of 1520 gpt silver over 0.55 meters is an exceptional result, indicating a bonanza-grade zone within the broader intercept.

- Positive factor: Exceptional silver grade \(1520 gpt Ag\), well above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(0.35 m\)

Evidence · text

> 1,520 gpt silver, 7.6% lead, 5.9% zinc 0.55 meters \(0.35m etw\) from 420.45 meters downhole.

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.35

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 7.6
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.55 m
- True Width: 0.35 m
- From: 420.45 m
- To: 421 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:420.45-421
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 7.6% lead over 0.55 meters represents a strong lead grade, contributing to the polymetallic nature of the bonanza-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: Strong lead grade \(7.6% Pb\)

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(0.35 m\)

Evidence · text

> 1,520 gpt silver, 7.6% lead, 5.9% zinc 0.55 meters \(0.35m etw\) from 420.45 meters downhole.

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.35

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 5.9
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.55 m
- True Width: 0.35 m
- From: 420.45 m
- To: 421 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:420.45-421
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 5.9% zinc over 0.55 meters represents a moderate zinc grade, contributing to the polymetallic nature of the bonanza-grade silver intercept.

- Positive factor: Moderate zinc grade \(5.9% Zn\)

- Positive factor: True width estimate provided \(0.35 m\)

Evidence · text

> 1,520 gpt silver, 7.6% lead, 5.9% zinc 0.55 meters \(0.35m etw\) from 420.45 meters downhole.

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.35

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 51
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 58 m
- From: 282 m
- To: 340 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:282-340
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 51 gpt silver over 58 meters indicates additional mineralization in the hanging wall of the Lupe Vein, contributing to the overall resource potential, though the true width is not stated.

- Positive factor: Weak silver grade \(51 gpt Ag\)

- Positive factor: Moderate grade-thickness product \(2958 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Very broad intercept length \(58 m\)

- Positive factor: Indicates additional mineralization in the hanging wall of Lupe Vein

- Negative factor: True width not stated

Evidence · text

> An additional 58 meter interval in the hanging wall of Lupe Vein returned 51 gpt silver, 0.1% zinc from 282 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 58 m
- From: 282 m
- To: 340 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:282-340
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.1% zinc over 58 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the additional mineralization in the hanging wall of the Lupe Vein.

- Positive factor: Very broad intercept length \(58 m\)

- Positive factor: Indicates additional mineralization in the hanging wall of Lupe Vein

- Negative factor: True width not stated

Evidence · text

> An additional 58 meter interval in the hanging wall of Lupe Vein returned 51 gpt silver, 0.1% zinc from 282 meters downhole

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-258

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Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-258
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 130
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 4 m
- From: 282 m
- To: 286 m
- Intercept Depth: 282 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-258:282-286
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 130 gpt silver over 4 meters represents a moderate grade and indicates a higher-grade zone within the broader hanging wall mineralization, though true width and exact depths are not specified.

- Positive factor: Moderate silver grade \(130 gpt Ag\)

- Positive factor: Weak grade-thickness product \(520 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Indicates higher-grade zone within the broader hanging wall intercept

- Negative factor: True width not stated

- Negative factor: Exact from/to depths not specified for this sub-interval

Evidence · text

> including 4 meters grading 130 gpt silver.

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-260

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Columba High-Grade · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-260
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: silver
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 209
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 8.3 m
- True Width: 4.15 m
- From: 238.7 m
- To: 247 m
- Intercept Depth: 238.7 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-260:238.7-247
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 209 gpt silver over 8.30 meters represents a strong silver grade and moderate grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the B2 Vein system.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade \(209 gpt Ag\), above project average and peer benchmarks

- Positive factor: Moderate grade-thickness product \(1734.7 g/t·m\)

- Positive factor: Good intercept length \(8.3 m\) with good true width \(4.15 m\)

- Positive factor: Intersection in the B2 Vein system, indicating broader mineralization

Evidence · text

> 209 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.3% zinc over 8.30 meters \(4.15m etw\) from 238.7 meters downhole in the B2 Vein system

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.15

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-260

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-44)

Columba High-Grade · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-260
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: lead
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 8.3 m
- True Width: 4.15 m
- From: 238.7 m
- To: 247 m
- Intercept Depth: 238.7 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-260:238.7-247
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.1% lead over 8.30 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the B2 Vein system.

- Positive factor: Good intercept length \(8.3 m\) with good true width \(4.15 m\)

- Positive factor: Intersection in the B2 Vein system, indicating broader mineralization

Evidence · text

> 209 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.3% zinc over 8.30 meters \(4.15m etw\) from 238.7 meters downhole in the B2 Vein system

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.15

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

### CDH-26-260

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kootenay-reports-drill-results-from-lupe-vein-as-60-000-meter-columba-program-ad--865680ba-1224-4447-8ed5-7e5acdcf5e0a#fact-drill-facts-45)

Columba High-Grade · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: CDH-26-260
- Project: Columba High-Grade
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: mexico
- Reported Region: mexico
- Ticker: KTN

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.3
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 8.3 m
- True Width: 4.15 m
- From: 238.7 m
- To: 247 m
- Intercept Depth: 238.7 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: epithermal
- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: CDH-26-260:238.7-247
- Mining Method: underground

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.3% zinc over 8.30 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the B2 Vein system.

- Positive factor: Good intercept length \(8.3 m\) with good true width \(4.15 m\)

- Positive factor: Intersection in the B2 Vein system, indicating broader mineralization

Evidence · text

> 209 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.3% zinc over 8.30 meters \(4.15m etw\) from 238.7 meters downhole in the B2 Vein system

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.15

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill\_program\_type is "mixed"

## 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.
