News Release re Duquesne Property Update

Original announcement by cse on

Company
Emperor Metals Inc.
Ticker
AUOZ
Exchange
CSE
Region
Quebec
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Drill results, Other, Resource update
Extracted
2026-10-21 02:20:37 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Emperor Metals Inc. announced final assay results from seven new drillholes at its Duquesne West Project, confirming near-surface gold mineralization with good widths, including 26.3 m at 1.0 g/t Au and 19.2 m at 1.2 g/t Au. These results, combined with additional selected intercepts, strengthen the conceptual Phase 1 open-pit model and support the company's objective of advancing towards a preliminary economic assessment and an updated Mineral Resource Estimate. The program benefits from comprehensive QA/QC procedures and QP oversight, though many grades are moderate compared to the project's historical average.

Reasoning: Emperor Metals reported new drill results from its Duquesne West Project, confirming near-surface gold mineralization with good widths that support a conceptual open-pit development. While individual grades are moderate compared to the project's historical average, the results contribute to refining the geological model and advancing towards a PEA and updated MRE, backed by robust QA/QC.

Positive factors

  • New drill results confirm near-surface gold mineralization with good widths, supporting the conceptual open-pit development.
  • The program integrates new drilling with historical core resampling, adding significant data to refine and expand the resource model.
  • Strong QA/QC protocols are in place, including certified labs and QP oversight, enhancing data reliability.
  • The results advance the project towards a preliminary economic assessment (PEA) and potential updated MRE.

Negative factors

  • Many reported grades are moderate and below the project's historical average grade of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-90%) rather than precisely stated, which may overstate actual thickness.
  • A significant number of assays (15 holes) are still pending, leaving some uncertainty about the full program's outcome.

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

Facts used in scoring: 41

Extracted facts

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

Drill Results (40)

DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.8 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.8 m
From
42.5 m
To
44.3 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:42.5-44.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept has a weak grade for an open-pit gold target, and the true width is only estimated.

Negative factors

  • Grade is weak (0.4 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.4”

Context: 1.8

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.5 m
From
44.3 m
To
46.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:44.3-46.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept has a very weak grade for an open-pit gold target, and the true width is only estimated.

Negative factors

  • Grade is very weak (0.2 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target, below the weak threshold of 0.3 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.2”

Context: 2.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 3.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
3.9
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
46.8 m
To
47.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:46.8-47.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is strong (3.9 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“3.9”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 4.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
4.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
47.8 m
To
48.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:47.8-48.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is strong (4.6 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target, approaching the exceptional threshold.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“4.6”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
48.8 m
To
50.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:48.8-50.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept has a very weak grade for an open-pit gold target, and the true width is only estimated.

Negative factors

  • Grade is very weak (0.1 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target, below the weak threshold of 0.3 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.1”

Context: 2.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
50.8 m
To
51.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:50.8-51.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept is barren, indicating no significant mineralization.

Negative factors

  • Grade is barren (0.0 g/t Au).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.0”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
51.8 m
To
52.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:51.8-52.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept has a very weak grade for an open-pit gold target, and the true width is only estimated.

Negative factors

  • Grade is very weak (0.2 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target, below the weak threshold of 0.3 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.2”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
52.8 m
To
53.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:52.8-53.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept has a very weak grade for an open-pit gold target, and the true width is only estimated.

Negative factors

  • Grade is very weak (0.1 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target, below the weak threshold of 0.3 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.1”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
53.8 m
To
54.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:53.8-54.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (0.5 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
54.8 m
To
55.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:54.8-55.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (0.5 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
55.8 m
To
56.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:55.8-56.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept has a weak grade for an open-pit gold target, and the true width is only estimated.

Negative factors

  • Grade is weak (0.4 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.4”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
56.8 m
To
57.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:56.8-57.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept has a weak grade for an open-pit gold target, and the true width is only estimated.

Negative factors

  • Grade is weak (0.4 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.4”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
57.8 m
To
58.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:57.8-58.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (0.5 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
58.8 m
To
59.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:58.8-59.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is strong (2.1 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“2.1”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
59.8 m
To
60.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:59.8-60.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (0.6 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.6”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
60.8 m
To
61.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:60.8-61.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (1.0 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“1.0”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
61.8 m
To
62.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:61.8-62.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (0.5 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
62.8 m
To
63.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:62.8-63.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept has a weak grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is weak (0.3 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.3”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 7.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
7.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.1 m
From
63.8 m
To
64.9 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:63.8-64.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows an exceptional grade for an open-pit gold target, exceeding the project average, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is exceptional (7.1 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.
  • This grade is above the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.1 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“7.1”

Context: 1.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Reason: The grade of 7.1 g/t Au is exceptional for an open-pit gold target (>=5 g/t Au).

Evidence · table

“7.1”

Context: 1.1

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.5 m
From
64.9 m
To
66.4 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:64.9-66.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (0.5 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.5 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
66.4 m
To
67.4 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:66.4-67.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept is barren, indicating no significant mineralization.

Negative factors

  • Grade is barren (0.0 g/t Au).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.0”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-51Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-51
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.4 m
From
67.4 m
To
68.8 m
Hole Depth
97 m
Intercept Depth
42.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-51:67.4-68.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade for an open-pit gold target, but the narrow width limits its overall materiality.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (0.5 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.4 m).
  • True width is estimated (70-75%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 1.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-75% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-75% True Thickness”
DQ26-22Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 19.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-22
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
19.2 m
From
111.1 m
To
130.3 m
Hole Depth
291 m
Intercept Depth
111.1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-22:111.1-130.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a good width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Intercept length is moderate (19.2 m).
  • Grade is moderate (1.2 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-90%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“1.2”

Context: 19.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-90% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-90% True Thickness”
DQ26-22Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.8Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-22
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.8
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.3 m
From
124 m
To
130.3 m
Hole Depth
291 m
Intercept Depth
111.1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-22:124-130.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a strong grade, enhancing the overall intercept, though still below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is strong (2.8 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-90%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“2.8”

Context: 6.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-90% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-90% True Thickness”
DQ26-23Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-23
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.5 m
From
110.3 m
To
116.8 m
Hole Depth
285 m
Intercept Depth
110.3 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-23:110.3-116.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (0.7 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-90%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.7”

Context: 6.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-90% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-90% True Thickness”
DQ26-28Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-28
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
82.2 m
To
89.2 m
Hole Depth
213 m
Intercept Depth
82.2 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-28:82.2-89.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a weak grade over a narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is weak (0.4 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-90%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.4”

Context: 7.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-90% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-90% True Thickness”
DQ26-29Duquesne West · goldGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 19.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-29
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
19.3 m
From
61 m
To
80.3 m
Hole Depth
174 m
Intercept Depth
61 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-29:61-80.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a weak grade over a moderate width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Intercept length is moderate (19.3 m).
  • Grade is weak (0.3 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-90%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.3”

Context: 19.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-90% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-90% True Thickness”
DQ26-58ADuquesne West · goldGrade: 1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-58A
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.9 m
From
75.7 m
To
80.5 m
Hole Depth
111 m
Intercept Depth
75.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-58A:75.7-80.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (1.0 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-90%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“1.0”

Context: 4.9

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-90% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-90% True Thickness”
DQ26-38ADuquesne West · goldGrade: 0.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-38A
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
0.9
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
235.3 m
To
236.3 m
Hole Depth
303 m
Intercept Depth
235.3 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-38A:235.3-236.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a very narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (0.9 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (1.0 m).
  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is estimated (70-90%) rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“0.9”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is estimated at 70-90% rather than precisely stated.

Evidence · text

“Estimated 70-90% True Thickness”
DQ26-43Duquesne West · goldGrade: 3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 21.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-43
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
21.3 m
From
64.9 m
To
86.7 m
Intercept Depth
64.9 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-43:64.9-86.7
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade over a strong width, significantly contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Intercept length is strong (21.3 m).
  • Grade is strong (3.0 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“3.0”

Context: 21.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-34Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-34
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9.5 m
From
53.8 m
To
63.3 m
Intercept Depth
53.8 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-34:53.8-63.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade over a moderate width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is strong (2.7 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“2.7”

Context: 9.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-52Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-52
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
24.1 m
From
45.2 m
To
69.4 m
Intercept Depth
45.2 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-52:45.2-69.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade over a strong width, significantly contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Intercept length is strong (24.1 m).
  • Grade is strong (2.6 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“2.6”

Context: 24.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-12Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-12
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.3 m
From
98.1 m
To
100.3 m
Intercept Depth
98.1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-12:98.1-100.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade over a narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is strong (2.6 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Intercept length is narrow (2.3 m).
  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“2.6”

Context: 2.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-53Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-53
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14.3 m
From
50 m
To
64.3 m
Intercept Depth
50 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-53:50-64.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade over a moderate width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Intercept length is moderate (14.3 m).
  • Grade is strong (2.2 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“2.2”

Context: 14.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-26Duquesne West · goldGrade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-26
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
2.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
140 m
To
147 m
Intercept Depth
140 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-26:140-147
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade over a narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is strong (2.1 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“2.1”

Context: 7.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-17Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-17
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
5.5 m
From
90.1 m
To
95.5 m
Intercept Depth
90.1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-17:90.1-95.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (1.6 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.6”

Context: 5.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-32Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-32
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
12 m
From
66.2 m
To
78.2 m
Intercept Depth
66.2 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-32:66.2-78.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a moderate width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Intercept length is moderate (12.0 m).
  • Grade is moderate (1.6 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.6”

Context: 12.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-30Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-30
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7.1 m
From
125.4 m
To
132.5 m
Intercept Depth
125.4 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-30:125.4-132.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (1.6 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.6”

Context: 7.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-50Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-50
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.1 m
From
40 m
To
44.1 m
Intercept Depth
40 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-50:40-44.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (1.3 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.3”

Context: 4.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”
DQ26-18Duquesne West · goldGrade: 1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DQ26-18
Project
Duquesne West
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
AUOZ

Geometry

Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
96.9 m
To
103.9 m
Intercept Depth
96.9 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DQ26-18:96.9-103.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
conceptual Phase 1 open-pit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
SGS and MSALabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a narrow width, contributing to the open-pit potential, though below the project average.

Positive factors

  • Grade is moderate (1.0 g/t Au) for an open-pit gold target.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's historical average of 7.086 g/t Au.
  • True width is not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.0”

Context: 7.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: True width is not stated for this intercept.

Evidence · text

“Table 4: Selected 2026 drill intersections within a conceptual Phase 1 open-pits at Duquesne West, Quebec.”

Resource Estimates (1)

inferredDuquesne West Gold Project · goldTonnes: 26900000Grade: 1.69Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1.46Contained Unit: mozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Duquesne West Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
Quebec
Ticker
AUOZ

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2025-07-09T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Resource group id
resource:f775787ad83a880f5c51

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
26900000
Grade
1.69
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
1.46
Contained Unit
moz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-09

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2025-07-09T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

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

Reasoning: This fact refers to a historical Inferred Mineral Resource Estimate, which is not new information and represents a lower confidence category.

Negative factors

  • This is a historical estimate, not a new resource update in this release.
  • The resource is entirely in the Inferred category, which is speculative and cannot support economic studies alone.

Evidence · text

“The Property currently hosts an updated inferred MRE of 26.9 million tonnes (Mt) containing 1.46 million ounces (Moz) of gold at an average grade of 1.69 g/t Au (See Press Release dated July 9, 2025, available on SEDAR+).”

Tags used in scoring

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

Resource Updateneutral

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

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

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

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

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.