Magna Mining Reports Results of Levack Mine Preliminary Economic Assessment and Approves Restart of Production

Original announcement by jmn on

Company
Magna Mining Inc.
Ticker
NICU
Exchange
TSX
Region
Ontario
Primary commodity
Nickel
Secondary commodities
Copper, Gold, Platinum, Palladium, Silver, Cobalt
Document categories
Other, Resource update
Extracted
2026-10-08 12:25:39 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Magna Mining Inc. announced robust results from a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) for the restart of its fully-permitted Levack Mine in Ontario, Canada. The PEA outlines a 7.3-year mine life with an after-tax NPV7% of C$227.0 million and an IRR of 92.4%, with a rapid payback of 0.6 years. Based on these strong economics and low initial capital requirements, the company's Board of Directors has formally approved the restart of production.

Reasoning: The Preliminary Economic Assessment for the Levack Mine demonstrates robust economics with a high after-tax IRR of 92.4% and a rapid payback of 0.6 years, leading to the Board's formal approval to restart production. The project benefits from low initial capital due to existing infrastructure, though the study's preliminary nature and reliance on Inferred resources without declared reserves introduce some risk.

Positive factors

  • robust_economics
  • high_irr
  • rapid_payback
  • positive_npv
  • low_initial_capital
  • existing_infrastructure
  • formal_production_restart_approval

Negative factors

  • preliminary_study_nature
  • inferred_resource_basis
  • no_mineral_reserves_declared
  • uncertainty_of_achieving_targets

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

Facts used in scoring: 49

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 48. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Resource Estimates (48)

indicatedLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 6763000Grade: 0.83Grade Unit: %View all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:ebd0ed0d1efeb05e81e5
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
6763000
Grade
0.83
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for copper in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.83”

Context: 7,455,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · nickelTonnes: 6763000Grade: 1.46Grade Unit: %View all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:ebd0ed0d1efeb05e81e5
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
6763000
Grade
1.46
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for nickel in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.46”

Context: 7,455,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · cobaltTonnes: 6763000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: %View all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:ebd0ed0d1efeb05e81e5
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
6763000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for cobalt in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 7,455,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · platinumTonnes: 6763000Grade: 0.42Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:ebd0ed0d1efeb05e81e5
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
6763000
Grade
0.42
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for platinum in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.42”

Context: 7,455,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · palladiumTonnes: 6763000Grade: 0.51Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:ebd0ed0d1efeb05e81e5
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
6763000
Grade
0.51
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for palladium in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.51”

Context: 7,455,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · goldTonnes: 6763000Grade: 0.06Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:ebd0ed0d1efeb05e81e5
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
6763000
Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for gold in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 7,455,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · silverTonnes: 6763000Grade: 0.92Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:ebd0ed0d1efeb05e81e5
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
6763000
Grade
0.92
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for silver in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.92”

Context: 7,455,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 6763000View all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:ebd0ed0d1efeb05e81e5
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
6763000
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
3.09
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for copper equivalent in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“3.09”

Context: 7,455,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 311100Grade: 7.4Grade Unit: %View all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:29db3d99fda949738612
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
311100
Grade
7.4
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for copper in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“7.40”

Context: 343,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · nickelTonnes: 311100Grade: 1.86Grade Unit: %View all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:29db3d99fda949738612
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
311100
Grade
1.86
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for nickel in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.86”

Context: 343,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · cobaltTonnes: 311100Grade: 0.01Grade Unit: %View all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:29db3d99fda949738612
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
311100
Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for cobalt in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 343,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · platinumTonnes: 311100Grade: 2.88Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:29db3d99fda949738612
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
311100
Grade
2.88
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for platinum in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“2.88”

Context: 343,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · palladiumTonnes: 311100Grade: 5.25Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:29db3d99fda949738612
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
311100
Grade
5.25
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for palladium in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“5.25”

Context: 343,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · goldTonnes: 311100Grade: 1.29Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:29db3d99fda949738612
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
311100
Grade
1.29
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for gold in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.29”

Context: 343,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · silverTonnes: 311100Grade: 29.15Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:29db3d99fda949738612
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
311100
Grade
29.15
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for silver in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“29.15”

Context: 343,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 311100View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:29db3d99fda949738612
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
311100
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
12.4
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource for copper equivalent in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Evidence · table

“12.40”

Context: 343,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Indicated Resourcepositive

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

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 7075000Grade: 1.12Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:62fbe7f89f5cf09ed360
Deposit or zone
Total Indicated
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
7075000
Grade
1.12
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Indicated resource for copper at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Evidence · table

“1.12”

Context: 7,798,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · nickelTonnes: 7075000Grade: 1.48Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:62fbe7f89f5cf09ed360
Deposit or zone
Total Indicated
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
7075000
Grade
1.48
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Indicated resource for nickel at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Evidence · table

“1.48”

Context: 7,798,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · cobaltTonnes: 7075000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:62fbe7f89f5cf09ed360
Deposit or zone
Total Indicated
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
7075000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Indicated resource for cobalt at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 7,798,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · platinumTonnes: 7075000Grade: 0.52Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:62fbe7f89f5cf09ed360
Deposit or zone
Total Indicated
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
7075000
Grade
0.52
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Indicated resource for platinum at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Evidence · table

“0.52”

Context: 7,798,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · palladiumTonnes: 7075000Grade: 0.71Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:62fbe7f89f5cf09ed360
Deposit or zone
Total Indicated
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
7075000
Grade
0.71
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Indicated resource for palladium at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Evidence · table

“0.71”

Context: 7,798,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · goldTonnes: 7075000Grade: 0.12Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:62fbe7f89f5cf09ed360
Deposit or zone
Total Indicated
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
7075000
Grade
0.12
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Indicated resource for gold at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Evidence · table

“0.12”

Context: 7,798,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · silverTonnes: 7075000Grade: 2.16Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:62fbe7f89f5cf09ed360
Deposit or zone
Total Indicated
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
7075000
Grade
2.16
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Indicated resource for silver at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Evidence · table

“2.16”

Context: 7,798,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

indicatedLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 7075000View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:62fbe7f89f5cf09ed360
Deposit or zone
Total Indicated
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
7075000
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
3.5
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Indicated resource for copper equivalent at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Evidence · table

“3.50”

Context: 7,798,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 4802000Grade: 0.86Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:8b4496eb06adcca52051
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
4802000
Grade
0.86
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for copper in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.86”

Context: 5,294,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,294,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · nickelTonnes: 4802000Grade: 1.47Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:8b4496eb06adcca52051
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
4802000
Grade
1.47
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for nickel in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“1.47”

Context: 5,294,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,294,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · cobaltTonnes: 4802000Grade: 0.04Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:8b4496eb06adcca52051
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
4802000
Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for cobalt in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 5,294,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,294,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · platinumTonnes: 4802000Grade: 0.39Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:8b4496eb06adcca52051
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
4802000
Grade
0.39
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for platinum in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.39”

Context: 5,294,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,294,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · palladiumTonnes: 4802000Grade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:8b4496eb06adcca52051
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
4802000
Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for palladium in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.40”

Context: 5,294,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,294,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · goldTonnes: 4802000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:8b4496eb06adcca52051
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
4802000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for gold in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 5,294,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,294,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · silverTonnes: 4802000Grade: 0.67Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:8b4496eb06adcca52051
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
4802000
Grade
0.67
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for silver in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.67”

Context: 5,294,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,294,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 4802000View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:8b4496eb06adcca52051
Deposit or zone
Contact
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
4802000
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
3.08
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for copper equivalent in the Contact zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“3.08”

Context: 5,294,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,294,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 488000Grade: 5.28Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:10f4cd689f6941cbc4bb
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
488000
Grade
5.28
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for copper in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“5.28”

Context: 538,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 538,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · nickelTonnes: 488000Grade: 0.78Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:10f4cd689f6941cbc4bb
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
488000
Grade
0.78
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for nickel in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is weak for underground mining, and the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.78”

Context: 538,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 538,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · cobaltTonnes: 488000Grade: 0.01Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:10f4cd689f6941cbc4bb
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
488000
Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for cobalt in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 538,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 538,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · platinumTonnes: 488000Grade: 2.53Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:10f4cd689f6941cbc4bb
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
488000
Grade
2.53
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for platinum in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“2.53”

Context: 538,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 538,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · palladiumTonnes: 488000Grade: 4.78Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:10f4cd689f6941cbc4bb
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
488000
Grade
4.78
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for palladium in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“4.78”

Context: 538,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 538,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · goldTonnes: 488000Grade: 1.36Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:10f4cd689f6941cbc4bb
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
488000
Grade
1.36
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for gold in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“1.36”

Context: 538,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 538,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · silverTonnes: 488000Grade: 20.56Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:10f4cd689f6941cbc4bb
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
488000
Grade
20.56
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for silver in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“20.56”

Context: 538,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 538,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 488000View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:10f4cd689f6941cbc4bb
Deposit or zone
Footwall
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
488000
Cutoff Grade
2.5
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
8.78
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource for copper equivalent in the Footwall zone at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is strong for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed
  • cutoff_disclosed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“8.78”

Context: 538,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 538,000

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 5291000Grade: 1.27Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:13fad9218bc04f4c11b3
Deposit or zone
Total Inferred
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
5291000
Grade
1.27
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Inferred resource for copper at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“1.27”

Context: 5,832,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,832,000

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · nickelTonnes: 5291000Grade: 1.41Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
nickel
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:13fad9218bc04f4c11b3
Deposit or zone
Total Inferred
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
5291000
Grade
1.41
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Inferred resource for nickel at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“1.41”

Context: 5,832,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,832,000

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · cobaltTonnes: 5291000Grade: 0.04Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
cobalt
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:13fad9218bc04f4c11b3
Deposit or zone
Total Inferred
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
5291000
Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Inferred resource for cobalt at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 5,832,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,832,000

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · platinumTonnes: 5291000Grade: 0.58Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
platinum
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:13fad9218bc04f4c11b3
Deposit or zone
Total Inferred
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
5291000
Grade
0.58
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Inferred resource for platinum at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.58”

Context: 5,832,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,832,000

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · palladiumTonnes: 5291000Grade: 0.8Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:13fad9218bc04f4c11b3
Deposit or zone
Total Inferred
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
5291000
Grade
0.8
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Inferred resource for palladium at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.80”

Context: 5,832,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,832,000

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · goldTonnes: 5291000Grade: 0.17Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:13fad9218bc04f4c11b3
Deposit or zone
Total Inferred
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
5291000
Grade
0.17
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Inferred resource for gold at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“0.17”

Context: 5,832,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,832,000

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · silverTonnes: 5291000Grade: 2.51Grade Unit: g/tonneView all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:13fad9218bc04f4c11b3
Deposit or zone
Total Inferred
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
5291000
Grade
2.51
Grade Unit
g/tonne
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Inferred resource for silver at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“2.51”

Context: 5,832,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,832,000

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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

inferredLevack Mine · copperTonnes: 5291000View all details
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Identity

Project
Levack Mine
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_on
Reported Region
Ontario
Ticker
NICU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Jonathan Cirelli, P.Geo.
Resource group id
resource:13fad9218bc04f4c11b3
Deposit or zone
Total Inferred
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
5291000
Cutoff Grade
2
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-08-31

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
3.61
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-08T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Total Inferred resource for copper equivalent at Levack Mine, reported as part of an updated MRE supporting the PEA. The grade is moderate for underground mining, but the Inferred category adds uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • ni_43_101_compliant
  • qp_signed

Negative factors

  • inferred_resource

Evidence · table

“3.61”

Context: 5,832,000

Tags used in scoring

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: This resource is classified as Inferred, indicating a lower level of geological confidence.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 5,832,000

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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.