Magna Mining Reports Results of Crean Hill Pre-Feasibility Study With Construction to Begin in 2027

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Company
Magna Mining Inc.
Ticker
NICU
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
northeastern Ontario
Primary commodity
Nickel
Secondary commodities
Copper, Gold, Platinum, Palladium, Silver, Cobalt
Document categories
Other, Resource update
Extracted
2026-10-21 12:40:10 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Magna Mining Inc. announced positive results from a Pre-Feasibility Study for its Crean Hill Project, outlining a 12-year mine life with robust economics, including an after-tax NPV7% of C$251.0 million and an IRR of 43.4%. The study, compliant with NI 43-101, led to the Board of Directors approving construction to commence in 2027, leveraging existing infrastructure at the brownfield site. The project is expected to produce a balanced mix of copper, nickel, and precious metals, with initial capital costs of C$127.0 million and a net initial funding requirement of C$72.4 million after tax credits and pre-commercial cash flow.

Reasoning: The Pre-Feasibility Study for the Crean Hill Project demonstrates strong economic viability, leading to a board approval for construction and a clear path to production, supported by updated resource and reserve estimates.

Positive factors

  • Robust economics with high after-tax IRR of 43.4% and short payback period of 1.5 years
  • Board approval for construction to commence in 2027, indicating project advancement
  • Balanced production profile of multiple metals (nickel, copper, precious metals) reducing reliance on a single commodity
  • Leveraging brownfield site and existing infrastructure for development
  • Updated Mineral Resource and Reserve Estimates compliant with NI 43-101

Negative factors

  • Productivity Mega Deduction (PMD) benefits are subject to legislative approval, introducing a minor uncertainty to the enhanced economics

Facts used in scoring: 42

Classification and evidence

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: The document is a Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) for the Crean Hill Project.

Evidence · text

“Magna Mining Reports Results of Crean Hill Pre-Feasibility Study With Construction to Begin in 2027”

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: The PFS and resource/reserve estimates were overseen and signed off by multiple Qualified Persons (QPs) as defined by NI 43-101.

Evidence · text

“The following Qualified Persons (QPs) oversaw the completion of the work in preparation of the PFS and are responsible for the contents: Independent QP for Geology and Mineral Resource Estimates Mr. Allan Armitage, Ph.D., P.Geo., of SGS Geological Services. ... Independent QP for Underground Mining and Financial Analysis Mr. Henri Gouin, P.Eng., of SGS Geological Services. ... Independent QP for Underground Mining, Financial Analysis, Permitting and Environmental Mr. William van Breugel, P.Eng., Associate Engineer of SGS Geological Services. Independent QP for Processing and Recovery Mr. David Middleditch, B.Eng., MIMMM, President and Principal Metallurgist of Libertas Metallurgy Limited.”

Low Payback Periodpositive · Story-specific tag

No canonical definition is currently available.

Why it applies: The PFS estimates a short after-tax payback period of 1.5 years in the base case.

Evidence · table

“1.5 years”

Context: After-tax payback period

High IRRpositive · Story-specific tag

No canonical definition is currently available.

Why it applies: The PFS reports a strong after-tax Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 43.4% in the base case.

Evidence · table

“43.4%”

Context: After-tax IRR

Construction Approvedpositive · Story-specific tag

No canonical definition is currently available.

Why it applies: The Company's Board of Directors has approved construction of the Crean Hill project to commence in 2027.

Evidence · text

“Based on the results of the PFS (summarized in Table 1), the Company’s Board of Directors has approved construction of the Crean Hill project, which will commence in 2027.”

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: The PFS and associated resource/reserve estimates were prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”)”

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: The PFS is based on 11.4 million tons of probable reserves.

Evidence · text

“11.4 million tons of probable reserves”

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: The Mineral Resource Estimate includes a 'Total Indicated' category of 18,424,000 short tons.

Evidence · table

“18,424,000”

Context: Total Indicated

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: The Mineral Resource Estimate includes an 'Inferred' category of 884,000 short tons.

Evidence · table

“884,000”

Context: Contact Inferred

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: The Mineral Resources have been updated from a prior estimate in November 2024.

Evidence · text

“The current Mineral Resources have been updated from the November 1, 2024 Mineral Resources stated in the Preliminary Economic Assessment”

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: The Mineral Resource and Reserve Estimates clearly state a cut-off grade of 1.75% CuEq and 1.5% NiEq respectively.

Evidence · text

“The Crean Hill Mineral Resource Estimate is presented below in Table 6 and is based on a 1.75% CuEq cutoff grade.”

Metal Equivalent Opaquenegative · Story-specific tag

Metal equivalent grade reported without disclosing the price, recovery, or payability assumptions used.

Why it applies: While metal prices and recoveries are disclosed for the cut-off grade and reserve calculations, the specific assumptions used to derive the CuEq % and NiEq % grades in the resource table are not explicitly detailed.

Evidence · text

“The MRE is reported at a base case cut-off grade of 1.75% CuEq. The underground base case cut-off grade of 1.75% CuEq considers metal prices of $7.30/lb Ni, $4.65/lb Cu, $14.85/lb Co, $1,225/oz Pt, $1,135/oz Pd and $3100/oz Au, metal recoveries of 85% for Ni, 91% for Cu,68% for Co,64% for Pt, 69.5% for Pd and70.5% for Au.”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 41. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Resource Estimates (41)

indicatedCrean Hill Project · copperTonnes: 16171000Grade: 0.88Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:60b63e640927a9ad3073
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
16171000
Grade
0.88
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for copper in the Contact zone provides a solid foundation for the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“0.88”

Context: 16,171,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · nickelTonnes: 16171000Grade: 1Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:60b63e640927a9ad3073
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
16171000
Grade
1
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for nickel in the Contact zone provides a solid foundation for the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“1.00”

Context: 16,171,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · cobaltTonnes: 16171000Grade: 0.03Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:60b63e640927a9ad3073
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
16171000
Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for cobalt in the Contact zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: 16,171,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · platinumTonnes: 16171000Grade: 0.93Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:60b63e640927a9ad3073
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
16171000
Grade
0.93
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for platinum in the Contact zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“0.93”

Context: 16,171,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · palladiumTonnes: 16171000Grade: 1.09Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:60b63e640927a9ad3073
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
16171000
Grade
1.09
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for palladium in the Contact zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“1.09”

Context: 16,171,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · goldTonnes: 16171000Grade: 0.36Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:60b63e640927a9ad3073
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
16171000
Grade
0.36
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for gold in the Contact zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“0.36”

Context: 16,171,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · silverTonnes: 16171000Grade: 1.02Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:60b63e640927a9ad3073
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
16171000
Grade
1.02
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for silver in the Contact zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“1.02”

Context: 16,171,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · copperTonnes: 16171000View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:60b63e640927a9ad3073
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
16171000
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.96
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for copper equivalent in the Contact zone provides a comprehensive view of the project's value, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed in the document

Evidence · table

“2.96”

Context: 16,171,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · nickelTonnes: 16171000View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:60b63e640927a9ad3073
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
16171000
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.88
Metal Eq. Unit
% NiEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for nickel equivalent in the Contact zone provides a comprehensive view of the project's value, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed in the document

Evidence · table

“1.88”

Context: 16,171,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · copperTonnes: 548000Grade: 0.74Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:ee86657116bc46cb1738
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
548000
Grade
0.74
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for copper in the Footwall zone provides a solid foundation for the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“0.74”

Context: 548,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · nickelTonnes: 548000Grade: 0.41Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:ee86657116bc46cb1738
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
548000
Grade
0.41
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for nickel in the Footwall zone provides a solid foundation for the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“0.41”

Context: 548,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · cobaltTonnes: 548000Grade: 0.01Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:ee86657116bc46cb1738
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
548000
Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for cobalt in the Footwall zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 548,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · platinumTonnes: 548000Grade: 3.18Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:ee86657116bc46cb1738
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
548000
Grade
3.18
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for platinum in the Footwall zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“3.18”

Context: 548,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · palladiumTonnes: 548000Grade: 2.59Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:ee86657116bc46cb1738
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
548000
Grade
2.59
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for palladium in the Footwall zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“2.59”

Context: 548,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · goldTonnes: 548000Grade: 1.38Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:ee86657116bc46cb1738
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
548000
Grade
1.38
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for gold in the Footwall zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“1.38”

Context: 548,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · silverTonnes: 548000Grade: 4.25Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:ee86657116bc46cb1738
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
548000
Grade
4.25
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for silver in the Footwall zone contributes to the polymetallic nature of the project, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Evidence · table

“4.25”

Context: 548,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · copperTonnes: 548000View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:ee86657116bc46cb1738
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
548000
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
3.62
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for copper equivalent in the Footwall zone provides a comprehensive view of the project's value, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed in the document

Evidence · table

“3.62”

Context: 548,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedCrean Hill Project · nickelTonnes: 548000View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:ee86657116bc46cb1738
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
548000
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.31
Metal Eq. Unit
% NiEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for nickel equivalent in the Footwall zone provides a comprehensive view of the project's value, with transparent reporting standards.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides high confidence for economic studies
  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed in the document

Evidence · table

“2.31”

Context: 548,000

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredCrean Hill Project · copperTonnes: 802000Grade: 0.59Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:056e38ab4f7e74928390
Deposit or zone
Contact Inferred
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
802000
Grade
0.59
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for copper in the Contact Inferred zone, while compliant, carries lower confidence due to its category.

Positive factors

  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“0.59”

Context: 802,000

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredCrean Hill Project · nickelTonnes: 802000Grade: 0.7Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:056e38ab4f7e74928390
Deposit or zone
Contact Inferred
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
802000
Grade
0.7
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for nickel in the Contact Inferred zone, while compliant, carries lower confidence due to its category.

Positive factors

  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“0.70”

Context: 802,000

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredCrean Hill Project · cobaltTonnes: 802000Grade: 0.03Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:056e38ab4f7e74928390
Deposit or zone
Contact Inferred
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
802000
Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for cobalt in the Contact Inferred zone, while compliant, carries lower confidence due to its category.

Positive factors

  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: 802,000

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredCrean Hill Project · platinumTonnes: 802000Grade: 1.03Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:056e38ab4f7e74928390
Deposit or zone
Contact Inferred
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
802000
Grade
1.03
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for platinum in the Contact Inferred zone, while compliant, carries lower confidence due to its category.

Positive factors

  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“1.03”

Context: 802,000

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredCrean Hill Project · palladiumTonnes: 802000Grade: 1.74Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:056e38ab4f7e74928390
Deposit or zone
Contact Inferred
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
802000
Grade
1.74
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for palladium in the Contact Inferred zone, while compliant, carries lower confidence due to its category.

Positive factors

  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“1.74”

Context: 802,000

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredCrean Hill Project · goldTonnes: 802000Grade: 0.33Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:056e38ab4f7e74928390
Deposit or zone
Contact Inferred
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
802000
Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for gold in the Contact Inferred zone, while compliant, carries lower confidence due to its category.

Positive factors

  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“0.33”

Context: 802,000

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredCrean Hill Project · silverTonnes: 802000Grade: 0.29Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:056e38ab4f7e74928390
Deposit or zone
Contact Inferred
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
802000
Grade
0.29
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for silver in the Contact Inferred zone, while compliant, carries lower confidence due to its category.

Positive factors

  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“0.29”

Context: 802,000

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredCrean Hill Project · copperTonnes: 802000View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:056e38ab4f7e74928390
Deposit or zone
Contact Inferred
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
802000
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.33
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for copper equivalent in the Contact Inferred zone, while compliant, carries lower confidence due to its category.

Positive factors

  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed in the document

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“2.33”

Context: 802,000

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredCrean Hill Project · nickelTonnes: 802000View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Allan Armitage
Resource group id
resource:056e38ab4f7e74928390
Deposit or zone
Contact Inferred
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
802000
Cutoff Grade
1.75
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-15

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.48
Metal Eq. Unit
% NiEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for nickel equivalent in the Contact Inferred zone, while compliant, carries lower confidence due to its category.

Positive factors

  • NI 43-101 and CIM compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed in the document

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“1.48”

Context: 802,000

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · copperTonnes: 9920065Grade: 0.62Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:f4d9db3e28179188d201
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
9920065
Grade
0.62
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for copper in the Contact zone provides high confidence for project development, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.62”

Context: 9,920,065

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · nickelTonnes: 9920065Grade: 0.68Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:f4d9db3e28179188d201
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
9920065
Grade
0.68
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for nickel in the Contact zone provides high confidence for project development, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.68”

Context: 9,920,065

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · cobaltTonnes: 9920065Grade: 0.02Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:f4d9db3e28179188d201
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
9920065
Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for cobalt in the Contact zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: 9,920,065

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · platinumTonnes: 9920065Grade: 0.92Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:f4d9db3e28179188d201
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
9920065
Grade
0.92
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for platinum in the Contact zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.92”

Context: 9,920,065

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · palladiumTonnes: 9920065Grade: 1.08Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:f4d9db3e28179188d201
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
9920065
Grade
1.08
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for palladium in the Contact zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.08”

Context: 9,920,065

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · goldTonnes: 9920065Grade: 0.38Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:f4d9db3e28179188d201
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
9920065
Grade
0.38
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for gold in the Contact zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.38”

Context: 9,920,065

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · silverTonnes: 9920065Grade: 1Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:f4d9db3e28179188d201
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
9920065
Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for silver in the Contact zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.00”

Context: 9,920,065

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · copperTonnes: 384520Grade: 0.55Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:d086c0fb6d3575e0532c
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
384520
Grade
0.55
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for copper in the Footwall zone provides high confidence for project development, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.55”

Context: 384,520

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · nickelTonnes: 384520Grade: 0.31Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:d086c0fb6d3575e0532c
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
384520
Grade
0.31
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for nickel in the Footwall zone provides high confidence for project development, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.31”

Context: 384,520

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · cobaltTonnes: 384520Grade: 0.01Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:d086c0fb6d3575e0532c
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
384520
Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for cobalt in the Footwall zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 384,520

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · platinumTonnes: 384520Grade: 2.35Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:d086c0fb6d3575e0532c
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
384520
Grade
2.35
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for platinum in the Footwall zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“2.35”

Context: 384,520

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · palladiumTonnes: 384520Grade: 2.15Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:d086c0fb6d3575e0532c
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
384520
Grade
2.15
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for palladium in the Footwall zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“2.15”

Context: 384,520

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · goldTonnes: 384520Grade: 1.04Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:d086c0fb6d3575e0532c
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
384520
Grade
1.04
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for gold in the Footwall zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.04”

Context: 384,520

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableCrean Hill Project · silverTonnes: 384520Grade: 3.2Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Crean Hill Project
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
northeastern Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Effective date
2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Henri Gouin, William van Breugel
Resource group id
resource:d086c0fb6d3575e0532c
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
combined
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
384520
Grade
3.2
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
% NiEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-30

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Probable Reserve for silver in the Footwall zone contributes to the project's economic viability, supported by transparent reporting and economic parameters.

Positive factors

  • Probable Reserve category indicates demonstrated economic viability
  • NI 43-101 compliant estimate with QP sign-off
  • Cut-off grade disclosed for transparency
  • Metal prices and recoveries for reserve calculation are disclosed

Evidence · table

“3.20”

Context: 384,520

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

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.