NiCAN Intersects Broad Zones of Gold Mineralization at Pipy South, Thompson, Manitoba
Original announcement by cnw on
- Company
- NiCAN Limited
- Ticker
- NICN
- Exchange
- Unavailable
- Region
- Manitoba
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- Silver, Lead
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-09-14 11:36:26 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
NiCAN Limited announced assay results from the first seven holes of its 16-hole diamond drill program at the Pipy South Property in Thompson, Manitoba. The program successfully extended the Horseshoe Gold Zone by 400m along strike, intersecting broad zones of gold mineralization including 75.0m at 0.65 g/t Au and 30.0m at 0.90 g/t Au, with a high-grade sub-intercept of 2.0m at 8.01 g/t Au. The company also expanded its land position at Pipy South to 65.2km2, identifying new prospective geological settings.
Reasoning: NiCAN's drill program successfully extended the Horseshoe Gold Zone by 400m along strike, confirming broad zones of gold mineralization. While most grades are moderate, the significant widths and a high-grade sub-intercept demonstrate the project's potential. The expansion of the land position and identification of new targets further enhance the prospectivity, despite the lack of true width determination for the reported intercepts.
Positive factors
- Broad zones of gold mineralization intersected, extending the known strike length by 400m.
- High-grade sub-intercept of 8.01 g/t Au over 2.0m in hole PG26-07.
- Significant widths of mineralization, including 75.0m and 29.0m.
- Expansion of land position to 65km2 with newly identified prospective geological settings.
- Robust QA/QC program with certified labs and QP sign-off.
Negative factors
- True widths have not been determined, potentially overstating apparent intercept lengths.
- Most gold grades are moderate to weak compared to prior project averages, despite broad widths.
- Assay results for silver and lead are pending for some significant gold intercepts.
Facts used in scoring: 32
Classification and evidence
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: The drill results confirm that the Horseshoe Gold zone extends at least 400m along strike beyond the discovery intersections reported in early 2026.
Evidence · text
“Results confirm that the Horseshoe Gold zone extends at least 400m along strike beyond the discovery intersections reported in early 2026”
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The release explicitly states that NiCAN employed a vigorous QAQC program including certified standards, blanks, and duplicates, with samples sent to certified commercial laboratories (Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories).
Evidence · text
“NiCAN employed a vigorous QAQC program which entailed the regular submission of certified standards, blanks and duplicates within the sample stream. No unusual discrepancies were noted in the QAQC sample results with all being within respective control limits. Samples were sent to Paragon Geochemical Laboratory where gold was assayed using the photon assay technique, Code PA-AU02/AG02 Au and Ag; 2-cycle Photon Assay. Multi-element (201-071) 4 Acid Digest - Metals Package, ICP-OES/ICP-MS finish analysis was carried out on all samples by Agat Laboratories in Calgary Alberta. Both certified commercial laboratories are independent of NiCAN.”
QP/CP Signedpositive · Story-specific tag
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: Mr. Bill Nielsen, P.Geo, a qualified person under NI 43-101, reviewed and approved the scientific and technical information in the press release.
Evidence · text
“Mr. Bill Nielsen, P.Geo, an independent consultant to NiCAN, who is a qualified person under National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure of Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical information in this press release.”
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: The document explicitly states that true widths have not been determined for the reported intercepts.
Evidence · text
“Note: True widths have not been determined”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: The document mentions 'appreciable concentrations of galena (lead)' and reports lead grades, which can be a penalty element.
Evidence · text
“appreciable concentrations of galena (lead)”
Low Gradenegative · Story-specific tag
No canonical definition is currently available.
Why it applies: Most gold intercepts, such as 75.0m at 0.65 g/t Au and 29.0m at 0.77 g/t Au, are below the strong grade threshold for orogenic open pit gold (2 g/t Au).
Evidence · table
“0.65”
Context: 75.0
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 2.0m at 8.01 g/t Au in hole PG26-07 exceeds the exceptional grade threshold for orogenic open pit gold (5 g/t Au).
Evidence · table
“8.01”
Context: 2.0
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 32. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (32)
PG26-01Pipy South · goldGrade: 0.91Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-01
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.91
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.5 m
- From
- 38 m
- To
- 41.5 m
- Hole Depth
- 80 m
- Intercept Depth
- 38 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-01:38-41.5
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577389
- Northing
- 6195772
- Elevation
- 222 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization but is of weak grade and narrow width, though it contributes to extending the strike length.
Positive factors
- Confirms gold mineralization in the area.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak for orogenic gold in an open pit scenario.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.91”
Context: 3.5
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
PG26-01Pipy South · goldGrade: 1.26Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12.7 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-01
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.26
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 12.7 m
- From
- 48.5 m
- To
- 61.2 m
- Hole Depth
- 80 m
- Intercept Depth
- 38 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-01:48.5-61.2
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577389
- Northing
- 6195772
- Elevation
- 222 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate width gold mineralization, contributing to the overall strike extension, but the grade is below the project average.
Positive factors
- Moderate width intercept.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak for orogenic gold in an open pit scenario.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“1.26”
Context: 12.7
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
PG26-03Pipy South · goldGrade: 0.89Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.55 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-03
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.89
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7.55 m
- From
- 12.5 m
- To
- 20.05 m
- Hole Depth
- 137 m
- Intercept Depth
- 12.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-03:12.5-20.05
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577358
- Northing
- 6195863
- Elevation
- 223 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows weak gold mineralization over a narrow width, contributing to the overall understanding of the zone.
Positive factors
- Confirms gold mineralization in the area.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak for orogenic gold in an open pit scenario.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.89”
Context: 7.55
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
PG26-03Pipy South · silverGrade: 3.54Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.55 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-03
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.54
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7.55 m
- From
- 12.5 m
- To
- 20.05 m
- Hole Depth
- 137 m
- Intercept Depth
- 12.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-03:12.5-20.05
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577358
- Northing
- 6195863
- Elevation
- 223 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Low silver grade over a narrow width, indicating minor byproduct potential.
Negative factors
- Silver grade is low.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“3.54”
Context: 7.55
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
PG26-03Pipy South · leadGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.55 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-03
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.05
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 7.55 m
- From
- 12.5 m
- To
- 20.05 m
- Hole Depth
- 137 m
- Intercept Depth
- 12.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-03:12.5-20.05
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577358
- Northing
- 6195863
- Elevation
- 223 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Very low lead grade, indicating minimal byproduct potential.
Negative factors
- Lead grade is very low.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.05”
Context: 7.55
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
PG26-05Pipy South · goldGrade: 0.77Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 29 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-05
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.77
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 29 m
- From
- 40 m
- To
- 69 m
- Hole Depth
- 134 m
- Intercept Depth
- 40 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-05:40-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept demonstrates significant width of gold mineralization, which is positive for bulk tonnage potential, despite the weak grade.
Positive factors
- Strong intercept width (29.0m).
- Confirms broad gold mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak for orogenic gold in an open pit scenario.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.77”
Context: 29.0
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
PG26-05Pipy South · silverGrade: 12.83Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 29 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-05
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 12.83
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 29 m
- From
- 40 m
- To
- 69 m
- Hole Depth
- 134 m
- Intercept Depth
- 40 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-05:40-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate silver grade over a strong width, indicating potential byproduct credits.
Positive factors
- Strong intercept width for silver.
Negative factors
- Silver grade is moderate.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“12.83”
Context: 29.0
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
PG26-05Pipy South · leadGrade: 0.79Grade Unit: %Intercept: 29 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-05
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.79
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 29 m
- From
- 40 m
- To
- 69 m
- Hole Depth
- 134 m
- Intercept Depth
- 40 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-05:40-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate lead grade over a strong width, indicating potential byproduct credits and correlation with gold mineralization.
Positive factors
- Moderate lead grade over a strong width.
Negative factors
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.79”
Context: 29.0
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
PG26-05Pipy South · goldGrade: 1.17Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-05
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.17
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 57 m
- To
- 69 m
- Hole Depth
- 134 m
- Intercept Depth
- 40 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-05:57-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-intercept shows a slightly higher gold grade within a broader zone, contributing to the overall mineralization.
Positive factors
- Moderate width sub-intercept.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak for orogenic gold in an open pit scenario.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“1.17”
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
PG26-05Pipy South · silverGrade: 27.77Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-05
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 27.77
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 57 m
- To
- 69 m
- Hole Depth
- 134 m
- Intercept Depth
- 40 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-05:57-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate silver grade within a sub-intercept, indicating potential byproduct credits.
Positive factors
- Moderate silver grade over a moderate width.
Negative factors
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“27.77”
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
PG26-05Pipy South · leadGrade: 1.86Grade Unit: %Intercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-05
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.86
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 57 m
- To
- 69 m
- Hole Depth
- 134 m
- Intercept Depth
- 40 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-05:57-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate lead grade within a sub-intercept, indicating potential byproduct credits and correlation with gold mineralization.
Positive factors
- Moderate lead grade over a moderate width.
Negative factors
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“1.86”
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
PG26-06Pipy South · goldGrade: 0.65Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 75 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-06
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.65
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 75 m
- From
- 50 m
- To
- 125 m
- Hole Depth
- 155 m
- Intercept Depth
- 50 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-06:50-125
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept is highly material due to its exceptional width, indicating a very large mineralized system, despite the weak gold grade.
Positive factors
- Exceptional intercept width (75.0m).
- Confirms very broad gold mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak for orogenic gold in an open pit scenario.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.65”
Context: 75.0
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
PG26-06Pipy South · silverGrade: 11.55Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 75 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-06
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 11.55
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 75 m
- From
- 50 m
- To
- 125 m
- Hole Depth
- 155 m
- Intercept Depth
- 50 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-06:50-125
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate silver grade over an exceptional width, indicating significant byproduct potential within the broad mineralized zone.
Positive factors
- Exceptional intercept width for silver.
Negative factors
- Silver grade is moderate.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“11.55”
Context: 75.0
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
PG26-06Pipy South · leadGrade: 0.56Grade Unit: %Intercept: 75 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-06
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.56
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 75 m
- From
- 50 m
- To
- 125 m
- Hole Depth
- 155 m
- Intercept Depth
- 50 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-06:50-125
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate lead grade over an exceptional width, indicating potential byproduct credits and correlation with gold mineralization.
Positive factors
- Exceptional intercept width for lead.
Negative factors
- Lead grade is moderate.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.56”
Context: 75.0
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
PG26-06Pipy South · goldGrade: 1.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 28.3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-06
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.05
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 28.3 m
- From
- 78.8 m
- To
- 107 m
- Hole Depth
- 155 m
- Intercept Depth
- 50 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-06:78.8-107
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-intercept shows strong width of gold mineralization with a moderate grade, reinforcing the bulk tonnage potential.
Positive factors
- Strong intercept width (28.3m).
- Confirms broad gold mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade is moderate for orogenic gold in an open pit scenario.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“1.05”
Context: 28.3
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
PG26-06Pipy South · silverGrade: 22.56Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 28.3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-06
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 22.56
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 28.3 m
- From
- 78.8 m
- To
- 107 m
- Hole Depth
- 155 m
- Intercept Depth
- 50 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-06:78.8-107
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate silver grade over a strong width, indicating potential byproduct credits within the broad mineralized zone.
Positive factors
- Strong intercept width for silver.
Negative factors
- Silver grade is moderate.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“22.56”
Context: 28.3
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
PG26-06Pipy South · leadGrade: 0.95Grade Unit: %Intercept: 28.3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-06
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.95
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 28.3 m
- From
- 78.8 m
- To
- 107 m
- Hole Depth
- 155 m
- Intercept Depth
- 50 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-06:78.8-107
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577396
- Northing
- 6195760
- Elevation
- 218 m
- Azimuth
- 45 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate lead grade over a strong width, indicating potential byproduct credits and correlation with gold mineralization.
Positive factors
- Moderate lead grade over a strong width.
Negative factors
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.95”
Context: 28.3
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
PG26-07Pipy South · goldGrade: 0.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 30 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-07
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.9
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 30 m
- From
- 25 m
- To
- 55 m
- Hole Depth
- 167 m
- Intercept Depth
- 25 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-07:25-55
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577462
- Northing
- 6195853
- Elevation
- 229 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows strong width of gold mineralization, contributing to the overall strike extension, despite the weak grade.
Positive factors
- Strong intercept width (30.0m).
- Confirms broad gold mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak for orogenic gold in an open pit scenario.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.90”
Context: 30.0
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
PG26-07Pipy South · silverGrade: 5.19Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 30 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-07
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 5.19
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 30 m
- From
- 25 m
- To
- 55 m
- Hole Depth
- 167 m
- Intercept Depth
- 25 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-07:25-55
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577462
- Northing
- 6195853
- Elevation
- 229 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Low silver grade over a strong width, indicating minor byproduct potential.
Positive factors
- Strong intercept width for silver.
Negative factors
- Silver grade is low.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“5.19”
Context: 30.0
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
PG26-07Pipy South · leadGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: %Intercept: 30 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-07
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.21
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 30 m
- From
- 25 m
- To
- 55 m
- Hole Depth
- 167 m
- Intercept Depth
- 25 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-07:25-55
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577462
- Northing
- 6195853
- Elevation
- 229 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Low lead grade over a strong width, indicating minor byproduct potential.
Positive factors
- Strong intercept width for lead.
Negative factors
- Lead grade is low.
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“0.21”
Context: 30.0
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
PG26-07Pipy South · goldGrade: 8.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-07
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 8.01
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 32 m
- To
- 34 m
- Hole Depth
- 167 m
- Intercept Depth
- 25 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-07:32-34
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577462
- Northing
- 6195853
- Elevation
- 229 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-intercept is a significant positive, demonstrating the presence of higher-grade zones within the broader mineralization, despite its narrow width.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (8.01 g/t Au) for orogenic open pit.
- Exceeds project average grade.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept width (2.0m).
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“8.01”
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
PG26-07Pipy South · silverGrade: 59.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-07
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 59.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 32 m
- To
- 34 m
- Hole Depth
- 167 m
- Intercept Depth
- 25 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-07:32-34
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577462
- Northing
- 6195853
- Elevation
- 229 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate silver grade in a narrow sub-intercept, indicating potential byproduct credits.
Positive factors
- Moderate silver grade (59.1 g/t Ag).
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept width (2.0m).
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“59.1”
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
PG26-07Pipy South · leadGrade: 2.17Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- PG26-07
- Project
- Pipy South
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.17
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 32 m
- To
- 34 m
- Hole Depth
- 167 m
- Intercept Depth
- 25 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- PG26-07:32-34
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 577462
- Northing
- 6195853
- Elevation
- 229 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Moderate lead grade in a narrow sub-intercept, indicating potential byproduct credits and correlation with gold mineralization.
Positive factors
- Moderate lead grade (2.17% Pb).
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept width (2.0m).
- True width not determined.
Evidence · table
“2.17”
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
includeswhile also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the · goldGrade: 1.17Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- includes
- Project
- while also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.17
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 57 m
- To
- 69 m
- Intercept Depth
- 57 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- includes:57-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.17 g/t gold is moderate against the open_pit mining band [5, 2, 1, 0.3] g/t. Grade×width 14.0 g/t·m is weak (grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used).
Negative factors
- Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.
Evidence · table
“1.17”
Context: includes
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
includeswhile also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the · silverGrade: 27.77Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- includes
- Project
- while also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 27.77
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 57 m
- To
- 69 m
- Intercept Depth
- 57 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- includes:57-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 27.77 g/t silver is weak against the default band [500, 200, 100, 30] g/t. Grade×width 333.2 g/t·m is weak (grade alone is below; the better of the two is used).
Negative factors
- Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.
Evidence · table
“27.77”
Context: includes
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
includeswhile also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the · leadGrade: 1.86Grade Unit: %Intercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- includes
- Project
- while also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.86
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 57 m
- To
- 69 m
- Intercept Depth
- 57 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- includes:57-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.86 % lead is weak against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 22.3 %·m is weak.
Negative factors
- Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.
Evidence · table
“1.86”
Context: includes
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
includeswhile also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the · goldGrade: 1.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 28.3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- includes
- Project
- while also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.05
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 28.3 m
- From
- 78.8 m
- To
- 107 m
- Intercept Depth
- 78.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- includes:78.8-107
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.05 g/t gold is moderate against the open_pit mining band [5, 2, 1, 0.3] g/t. Grade×width 29.7 g/t·m is weak (grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used).
Negative factors
- Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.
Evidence · table
“1.05”
Context: includes
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
includeswhile also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the · silverGrade: 22.56Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 28.3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- includes
- Project
- while also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 22.56
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 28.3 m
- From
- 78.8 m
- To
- 107 m
- Intercept Depth
- 78.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- includes:78.8-107
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 22.56 g/t silver is weak against the default band [500, 200, 100, 30] g/t. Grade×width 638.4 g/t·m is weak (grade alone is below; the better of the two is used).
Negative factors
- Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.
Evidence · table
“22.56”
Context: includes
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
includeswhile also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the · leadGrade: 0.95Grade Unit: %Intercept: 28.3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- includes
- Project
- while also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.95
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 28.3 m
- From
- 78.8 m
- To
- 107 m
- Intercept Depth
- 78.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- includes:78.8-107
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.95 % lead is weak against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 26.9 %·m is weak (grade alone is below; the better of the two is used).
Negative factors
- Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.
Evidence · table
“0.95”
Context: includes
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
includeswhile also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the · goldGrade: 8.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- includes
- Project
- while also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 8.01
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 32 m
- To
- 34 m
- Intercept Depth
- 32 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- includes:32-34
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 8.01 g/t gold is exceptional against the open_pit mining band [5, 2, 1, 0.3] g/t. Grade×width 16.0 g/t·m is weak (grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used).
Positive factors
- 8.01 g/t gold is exceptional on the open_pit mining band.
Negative factors
- Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.
Evidence · table
“8.01”
Context: includes
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
includeswhile also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the · silverGrade: 59.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- includes
- Project
- while also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 59.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 32 m
- To
- 34 m
- Intercept Depth
- 32 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- includes:32-34
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 59.1 g/t silver is weak against the default band [500, 200, 100, 30] g/t. Grade×width 118.2 g/t·m is below (grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used).
Negative factors
- Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.
Evidence · table
“59.1”
Context: includes
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
includeswhile also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the · leadGrade: 2.17Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- includes
- Project
- while also significantly advancing our understanding of the geology controlling the
- Commodity
- lead
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- canada_mb
- Ticker
- NICN
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.17
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 32 m
- To
- 34 m
- Intercept Depth
- 32 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- includes:32-34
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical Laboratory and Agat Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.17 % lead is weak against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 4.3 %·m is below (grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used).
Negative factors
- Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.
Evidence · table
“2.17”
Context: includes
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
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.