# Nine Mile Metals DDH WD-26-11 Intersects 2 High Grade VMS Zones Over 27.6M Including 3.08% CU-EQ Over 10.70M, 3.27% CU-EQ Over 9.30M and 4.30% CU-EQ Over 5.0M

Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/nine-mile-metals-ddh-wd-26-11-intersects-2-high-grade-vms-zones-over-27-6m-inclu--135aa130-579d-4290-8ae9-5b75ec3401fb

Original source: https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/metals-and-mining/nine-mile-metals-ddh-wd-26-11-intersects-2-high-grade-vms-zones-over-27.6m-includ-1224524

Publisher: accesswire

Original announcement: 2026-09-21T14:02:30.394Z

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-21T14:08:38.141Z

Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-21T14:08:38.141Z

- Company: Nine Mile Metals Ltd.

- Ticker: NINE

- Exchange: Unavailable

- Region: New Brunswick

- Primary commodity: Copper

- Secondary commodities: Silver, Gold, Lead, Zinc

- Document categories: Drill results

- Extracted: 2026-09-21 14:08:38 UTC

Narrative sentiment: 0.90 · Bullish

## Minestarters Atlas summary

Nine Mile Metals announced high-grade polymetallic VMS drill results from hole DDH WD-26-11 at its Wedge Mine in New Brunswick, intersecting two distinct zones over 27.6 meters. Key intercepts include 3.08% Cu-Eq over 10.70 meters, 3.27% Cu-Eq over 9.30 meters, and 4.30% Cu-Eq over 5.0 meters, with the intervals reported as true width. The company highlighted the polymetallic nature of the deposit, with increasing silver and gold assays at depth, and plans further exploration with a Borehole EM survey.

Reasoning: Nine Mile Metals reported high-grade polymetallic VMS drill results from DDH WD-26-11 at its Wedge Mine, including significant copper equivalent grades over substantial widths, with true width confirmed. The results confirm the polymetallic nature of the deposit and indicate potential for further expansion, supported by robust QA/QC and transparent metal equivalent calculations.

- Positive factor: High-grade polymetallic VMS intercepts

- Positive factor: True width of key intervals disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature of the deposit confirmed and expanded

- Positive factor: Strong QA/QC disclosure and QP sign-off

- Positive factor: Metal equivalent assumptions fully disclosed

- Positive factor: Potential for Western extension and depth expansion

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade for composited intervals not explicitly stated

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

Facts used in scoring: 187

## Classification and evidence

No classification tags are available.

## Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 187. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

## Drill Results (187)

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 31.98
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 9.3 m
- True Width: 9.3 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone Above Void
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.27
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong silver grade of 31.98 g/t over 9.3 meters in the Upper Zone, with true width disclosed, contributes positively to the polymetallic VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 31.98

Context: 9.30

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 9.3

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.34
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 9.3 m
- True Width: 9.3 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone Above Void
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.27
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate gold grade of 0.34 g/t over 9.3 meters in the Upper Zone, with true width disclosed, adds to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Moderate gold grade for VMS deposit

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 0.34

Context: 9.30

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 9.3

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.12
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 9.3 m
- True Width: 9.3 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone Above Void
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.27
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.12% over 9.3 meters in the Upper Zone, with true width disclosed, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 0.12

Context: 9.30

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 9.3

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 9.3 m
- True Width: 9.3 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone Above Void
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.27
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.10% over 9.3 meters in the Upper Zone, with true width disclosed, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 0.10

Context: 9.30

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 9.3

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 48.1
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 4.2 m
- True Width: 4.2 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone Above Void Including
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.12
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong silver grade of 48.10 g/t over 4.2 meters, with true width disclosed, contributes positively to the polymetallic VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 48.10

Context: 4.20

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.4
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 4.2 m
- True Width: 4.2 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone Above Void Including
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.12
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate gold grade of 0.40 g/t over 4.2 meters, with true width disclosed, adds to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Moderate gold grade for VMS deposit

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 0.40

Context: 4.20

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.14
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 4.2 m
- True Width: 4.2 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone Above Void Including
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.12
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.14% over 4.2 meters, with true width disclosed, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 0.14

Context: 4.20

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.14
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 4.2 m
- True Width: 4.2 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone Above Void Including
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.12
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.14% over 4.2 meters, with true width disclosed, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 0.14

Context: 4.20

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 4.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 29
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.5 m
- True Width: 0.5 m
- From: 102.9 m
- To: 103.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:102.9-103.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.37
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak silver grade of 29 g/t over a narrow 0.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Narrow intercept length

- Negative factor: Weak silver grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 29

Context: 0.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.294
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.5 m
- True Width: 0.5 m
- From: 102.9 m
- To: 103.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:102.9-103.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.37
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.294 g/t over a narrow 0.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Narrow intercept length

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.294

Context: 0.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 4.37
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.5 m
- True Width: 0.5 m
- From: 102.9 m
- To: 103.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:102.9-103.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.37
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptional copper equivalent grade of 4.37% over a narrow 0.5 meters is highly material for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Exceptional copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Narrow intercept length

Evidence · table

> 4.37%

Context: 0.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.21
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.5 m
- True Width: 0.5 m
- From: 102.9 m
- To: 103.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:102.9-103.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.37
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.21% over a narrow 0.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Narrow intercept length

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.21

Context: 0.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.11
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.5 m
- True Width: 0.5 m
- From: 102.9 m
- To: 103.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:102.9-103.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.37
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.11% over a narrow 0.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Narrow intercept length

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.11

Context: 0.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 51.86
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 10.7 m
- True Width: 10.7 m
- From: 110.5 m
- To: 121.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:110.5-121.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Lower Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.08
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong silver grade of 51.86 g/t over 10.7 meters in the Lower Zone, with true width disclosed, contributes positively to the polymetallic VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 51.86

Context: 10.70

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 10.7

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.44
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 10.7 m
- True Width: 10.7 m
- From: 110.5 m
- To: 121.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:110.5-121.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Lower Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.08
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate gold grade of 0.44 g/t over 10.7 meters in the Lower Zone, with true width disclosed, adds to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Moderate gold grade for VMS deposit

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 0.44

Context: 10.70

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 10.7

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 10.7 m
- True Width: 10.7 m
- From: 110.5 m
- To: 121.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:110.5-121.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Lower Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.08
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate lead grade of 1.70% over 10.7 meters in the Lower Zone, with true width disclosed, contributes positively to the polymetallic VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: Moderate lead grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 1.70

Context: 10.70

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 10.7

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.44
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 10.7 m
- True Width: 10.7 m
- From: 110.5 m
- To: 121.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:110.5-121.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Lower Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.08
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 1.44% over 10.7 meters in the Lower Zone, with true width disclosed, contributes positively to the polymetallic VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 1.44

Context: 10.70

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 10.7

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 72.6
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 5 m
- True Width: 5 m
- From: 114.5 m
- To: 119.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:114.5-119.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Lower Zone Including
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.3
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong silver grade of 72.60 g/t over 5.0 meters, with true width disclosed, contributes positively to the polymetallic VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 72.60

Context: 5.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.57
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 5 m
- True Width: 5 m
- From: 114.5 m
- To: 119.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:114.5-119.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Lower Zone Including
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.3
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate gold grade of 0.57 g/t over 5.0 meters, with true width disclosed, adds to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Moderate gold grade for VMS deposit

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 0.57

Context: 5.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.74
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 5 m
- True Width: 5 m
- From: 114.5 m
- To: 119.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:114.5-119.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Lower Zone Including
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.3
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong lead grade of 2.74% over 5.0 meters, with true width disclosed, contributes positively to the polymetallic VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: Strong lead grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 2.74

Context: 5.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.69
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 5 m
- True Width: 5 m
- From: 114.5 m
- To: 119.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:114.5-119.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Lower Zone Including
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.3
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate zinc grade of 2.69% over 5.0 meters, with true width disclosed, contributes positively to the polymetallic VMS deposit, though the compositing cut-off is not stated.

- Positive factor: Moderate zinc grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: True width disclosed

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Cut-off grade undisclosed

Evidence · table

> 2.69

Context: 5.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 14
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 2.1 m
- True Width: 2.1 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 92 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-92
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.7
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak silver grade of 14 g/t over 2.1 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak silver grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 14

Context: 2.10

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 2.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.242
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 2.1 m
- True Width: 2.1 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 92 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-92
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.7
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.242 g/t over 2.1 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.242

Context: 2.10

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 2.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 2.1 m
- True Width: 2.1 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 92 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-92
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.7
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptional copper equivalent grade of 2.70% over 2.1 meters is highly material for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Exceptional copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 2.70%

Context: 2.10

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 2.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 2.1 m
- True Width: 2.1 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 92 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-92
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.7
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.10% over 2.1 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.10

Context: 2.10

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 2.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.05
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 2.1 m
- True Width: 2.1 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 92 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-92
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.7
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.05% over 2.1 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.05

Context: 2.10

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 2.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 16
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 92 m
- To: 93.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:92-93.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak silver grade of 16 g/t over 1.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak silver grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 16

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.31
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 92 m
- To: 93.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:92-93.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.31 g/t over 1.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.31

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.11
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 92 m
- To: 93.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:92-93.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong copper equivalent grade of 2.11% over 1.5 meters is significant for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 2.11%

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.12
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 92 m
- To: 93.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:92-93.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.12% over 1.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.12

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.06
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 92 m
- To: 93.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:92-93.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.06% over 1.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.06

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 28
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 93.5 m
- To: 95 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:93.5-95
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.82
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak silver grade of 28 g/t over 1.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak silver grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 28

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.372
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 93.5 m
- To: 95 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:93.5-95
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.82
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.372 g/t over 1.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.372

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.82
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 93.5 m
- To: 95 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:93.5-95
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.82
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptional copper equivalent grade of 2.82% over 1.5 meters is highly material for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Exceptional copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 2.82%

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.09
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 93.5 m
- To: 95 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:93.5-95
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.82
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.09% over 1.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.09

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 93.5 m
- To: 95 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:93.5-95
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.82
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.10% over 1.5 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.10

Context: 1.50

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 23
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 96 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-96
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.14
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak silver grade of 23 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak silver grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 23

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.39
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 96 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-96
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.14
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.39 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.39

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.14
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 96 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-96
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.14
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptional copper equivalent grade of 3.14% over 1.0 meter is highly material for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Exceptional copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 3.14%

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.14
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 96 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-96
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.14
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.14% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.14

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.09
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 96 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-96
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.14
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.09% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.09

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 27
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 96 m
- To: 97 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:96-97
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.98
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak silver grade of 27 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak silver grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 27

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.472
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 96 m
- To: 97 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:96-97
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.98
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.472 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.472

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.98
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 96 m
- To: 97 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:96-97
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.98
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptional copper equivalent grade of 3.98% over 1.0 meter is highly material for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Exceptional copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 3.98%

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.14
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 96 m
- To: 97 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:96-97
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.98
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.14% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.14

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 96 m
- To: 97 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:96-97
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.98
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.10% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.10

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 32
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 97 m
- To: 98 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:97-98
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong silver grade of 32 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes positively to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 32

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.407
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 97 m
- To: 98 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:97-98
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.407 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.407

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 4.43
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 97 m
- To: 98 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:97-98
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptional copper equivalent grade of 4.43% over 1.0 meter is highly material for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Exceptional copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 4.43%

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.16
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 97 m
- To: 98 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:97-98
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.16% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.16

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.11
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 97 m
- To: 98 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:97-98
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.11% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.11

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 100
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.2 m
- True Width: 1.2 m
- From: 98 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:98-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.8
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong silver grade of 100 g/t over 1.2 meters contributes positively to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Strong silver grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 100

Context: 1.20

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.336
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.2 m
- True Width: 1.2 m
- From: 98 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:98-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.8
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.336 g/t over 1.2 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.336

Context: 1.20

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 4.8
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.2 m
- True Width: 1.2 m
- From: 98 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:98-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.8
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptional copper equivalent grade of 4.80% over 1.2 meters is highly material for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Exceptional copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 4.80%

Context: 1.20

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.15
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.2 m
- True Width: 1.2 m
- From: 98 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:98-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.8
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.15% over 1.2 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.15

Context: 1.20

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.24
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.2 m
- True Width: 1.2 m
- From: 98 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:98-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.8
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.24% over 1.2 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.24

Context: 1.20

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 6
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 103.4 m
- To: 104.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:103.4-104.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.81
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak silver grade of 6 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak silver grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 6

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.042
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 103.4 m
- To: 104.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:103.4-104.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.81
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.042 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.042

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.81
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 103.4 m
- To: 104.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:103.4-104.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.81
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate copper equivalent grade of 0.81% over 1.0 meter is positive for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Moderate copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

Evidence · table

> 0.81%

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.02
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 103.4 m
- To: 104.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:103.4-104.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.81
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.02% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.02

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.11
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 103.4 m
- To: 104.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:103.4-104.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.81
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.11% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.11

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 104.4 m
- To: 105.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:104.4-105.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak silver grade of 1 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak silver grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 1

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.017
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 104.4 m
- To: 105.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:104.4-105.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.017 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.017

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.07
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 104.4 m
- To: 105.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:104.4-105.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak copper equivalent grade of 0.07% over 1.0 meter is low for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.07%

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 104.4 m
- To: 105.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:104.4-105.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.01% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.03
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 104.4 m
- To: 105.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:104.4-105.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.03% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.03

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 105.4 m
- To: 106.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:105.4-106.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.04
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.01 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.04
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 105.4 m
- To: 106.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:105.4-106.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.04
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak copper equivalent grade of 0.04% over 1.0 meter is low for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.04%

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 105.4 m
- To: 106.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:105.4-106.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.04
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.01% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.03
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 105.4 m
- To: 106.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:105.4-106.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.04
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.03% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.03

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.011
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 106.4 m
- To: 107.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:106.4-107.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.05
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.011 g/t over 1.1 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.011

Context: 1.10

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.05
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 106.4 m
- To: 107.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:106.4-107.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.05
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak copper equivalent grade of 0.05% over 1.1 meters is low for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.05%

Context: 1.10

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 106.4 m
- To: 107.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:106.4-107.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.05
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.01% over 1.1 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: 1.10

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.03
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 106.4 m
- To: 107.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:106.4-107.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.05
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.03% over 1.1 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.03

Context: 1.10

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.005
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 107.5 m
- To: 108.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:107.5-108.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.08
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.005 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.005

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.08
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 107.5 m
- To: 108.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:107.5-108.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.08
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak copper equivalent grade of 0.08% over 1.0 meter is low for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.08%

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 107.5 m
- To: 108.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:107.5-108.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.08
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.01% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.07
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 107.5 m
- To: 108.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:107.5-108.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.08
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.07% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.07

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.005
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 108.5 m
- To: 109.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:108.5-109.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.005 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.005

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.03
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 108.5 m
- To: 109.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:108.5-109.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: %
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak copper equivalent grade of 0.03% over 1.0 meter is low for the polymetallic VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak copper equivalent grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.03%

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 108.5 m
- To: 109.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:108.5-109.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.01% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.05
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 108.5 m
- To: 109.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:108.5-109.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.05% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.05

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 109.5 m
- To: 110.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:109.5-110.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.06
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak silver grade of 1 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak silver grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 1

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.016
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 109.5 m
- To: 110.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:109.5-110.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.06
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak gold grade of 0.016 g/t over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak gold grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.016

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.02
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 109.5 m
- To: 110.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:109.5-110.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.06
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak copper grade of 0.02% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak copper grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.02

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 109.5 m
- To: 110.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:109.5-110.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.06
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak lead grade of 0.01% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak lead grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.05
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 109.5 m
- To: 110.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:109.5-110.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Confidence: medium
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.06
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A weak zinc grade of 0.05% over 1.0 meter contributes to the polymetallic nature of the VMS deposit.

- Positive factor: Polymetallic nature

- Negative factor: Weak zinc grade for VMS deposit

Evidence · table

> 0.05

Context: 1.00

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.016
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 86.5 m
- To: 88 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 86.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:86.5-88
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.016 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.0 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.016 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.016

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 86.5 m
- To: 88 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 86.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:86.5-88
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.01 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 86.5 m
- To: 88 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 86.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:86.5-88
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 86.5 m
- To: 88 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 86.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:86.5-88
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.01 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.016
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 88 m
- To: 89 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 88 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:88-89
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.016 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.0 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.016 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.016

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.04
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 88 m
- To: 89 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 88 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:88-89
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.04 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.04 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.04

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 88 m
- To: 89 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 88 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:88-89
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 88 m
- To: 89 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 88 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:88-89
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.01 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.017
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.9 m
- True Width: 0.9 m
- From: 89 m
- To: 89.9 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89-89.9
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.05
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.017 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.0 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.017 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.017

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.9

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.02
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.9 m
- True Width: 0.9 m
- From: 89 m
- To: 89.9 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89-89.9
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.05
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.02 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.02 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.02

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.9

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.9 m
- True Width: 0.9 m
- From: 89 m
- To: 89.9 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89-89.9
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.05
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.9

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.9 m
- True Width: 0.9 m
- From: 89 m
- To: 89.9 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89-89.9
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.05
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.01 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.9

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.21
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 2.1 m
- True Width: 2.1 m
- From: 89.9 m
- To: 92 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 89.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:89.9-92
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.7
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.21 % copper is strong against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 4.6 %·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 2.21 % copper is strong on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 2.21

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 2.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.52
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 92 m
- To: 93.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 92 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:92-93.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.52 % copper is strong against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 2.3 %·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 1.52 % copper is strong on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.52

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.97
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 93.5 m
- To: 95 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 93.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:93.5-95
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.82
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.97 % copper is strong against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 3.0 %·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 1.97 % copper is strong on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.97

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.35
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 95 m
- To: 96 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 95 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:95-96
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.14
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.35 % copper is strong against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 2.4 %·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 2.35 % copper is strong on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 2.35

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.04
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 96 m
- To: 97 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 96 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:96-97
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.98
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 3.04 % copper is exceptional against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 3.0 %·m is below \(grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 3.04 % copper is exceptional on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 3.04

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.47
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 97 m
- To: 98 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 97 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:97-98
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 3.47 % copper is exceptional against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 3.5 %·m is below \(grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 3.47 % copper is exceptional on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 3.47

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.85
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.2 m
- True Width: 1.2 m
- From: 98 m
- To: 99.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 98 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:98-99.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.8
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.85 % copper is exceptional against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 3.4 %·m is below \(grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 2.85 % copper is exceptional on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 2.85

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.57
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.5 m
- True Width: 0.5 m
- From: 102.9 m
- To: 103.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 102.9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:102.9-103.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.37
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 3.57 % copper is exceptional against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 1.8 %·m is below \(grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 3.57 % copper is exceptional on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 3.57

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.65
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 103.4 m
- To: 104.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 103.4 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:103.4-104.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.81
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.65 % copper is weak against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.7 %·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.65

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.03
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 104.4 m
- To: 105.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 104.4 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:104.4-105.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.07
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.03 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.03 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.03

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 105.4 m
- To: 106.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 105.4 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:105.4-106.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.04
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.01 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.02
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 106.4 m
- To: 107.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 106.4 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:106.4-107.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.05
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.02 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.02 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.02

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.05
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 107.5 m
- To: 108.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 107.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:107.5-108.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.08
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.05 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.05 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.05

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 108.5 m
- To: 109.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 108.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:108.5-109.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.01 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 51
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 110.5 m
- To: 111.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:110.5-111.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 51 g/t silver is weak against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 51.0 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 51

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.534
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 110.5 m
- To: 111.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:110.5-111.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.534 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.5 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.534 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.534

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.58
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 110.5 m
- To: 111.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:110.5-111.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.58 % copper is weak against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.6 %·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.58

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.39
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 110.5 m
- To: 111.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:110.5-111.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.39 % lead is weak against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 1.4 %·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.39

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.11
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 110.5 m
- To: 111.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 110.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:110.5-111.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.11
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.11 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.11 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.11

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 74
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 111.5 m
- To: 112.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 111.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:111.5-112.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.64
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 74 g/t silver is weak against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 74.0 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 74

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.525
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 111.5 m
- To: 112.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 111.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:111.5-112.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.64
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.525 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.5 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.525 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.525

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.62
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 111.5 m
- To: 112.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 111.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:111.5-112.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.64
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.62 % copper is weak against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.6 %·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.62

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.94
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 111.5 m
- To: 112.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 111.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:111.5-112.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.64
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.94 % lead is weak against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 1.9 %·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.94

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.37
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 111.5 m
- To: 112.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 111.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:111.5-112.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.64
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.37 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.4 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.37 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.37

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 45
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 112.5 m
- To: 113.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 112.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:112.5-113.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 45 g/t silver is weak against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 45.0 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 45

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.547
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 112.5 m
- To: 113.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 112.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:112.5-113.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.547 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.5 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.547 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.547

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.17
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 112.5 m
- To: 113.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 112.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:112.5-113.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.17 % copper is moderate against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 1.2 %·m is below \(grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.17

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.74
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 112.5 m
- To: 113.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 112.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:112.5-113.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.74 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.7 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.74 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.74

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.07
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 112.5 m
- To: 113.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 112.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:112.5-113.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.07 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.07

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 16
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 113.5 m
- To: 114.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 113.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:113.5-114.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.78
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 16 g/t silver is below against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 16.0 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 16 g/t silver is below the weak threshold \(30 g/t\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 16

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.15
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 113.5 m
- To: 114.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 113.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:113.5-114.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.78
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.15 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.1 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.15 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.15

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.22
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 113.5 m
- To: 114.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 113.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:113.5-114.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.78
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.22 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.22 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.22

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.29
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 113.5 m
- To: 114.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 113.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:113.5-114.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.78
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.29 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.3 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.29 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.29

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.44
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 113.5 m
- To: 114.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 113.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:113.5-114.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.78
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.44 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.4 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.44 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.44

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 117
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 114.5 m
- To: 115.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 114.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:114.5-115.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.88
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 117 g/t silver is moderate against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 117.0 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 117

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.534
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 114.5 m
- To: 115.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 114.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:114.5-115.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.88
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.534 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.5 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.534 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.534

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.93
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 114.5 m
- To: 115.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 114.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:114.5-115.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.88
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.93 % copper is strong against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 1.9 %·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 1.93 % copper is strong on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.93

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 4.51
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 114.5 m
- To: 115.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 114.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:114.5-115.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.88
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 4.51 % lead is moderate against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 4.5 %·m is below \(grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 4.51

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.11
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 114.5 m
- To: 115.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 114.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:114.5-115.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.88
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.11 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.11 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.11

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 45
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 115.5 m
- To: 116.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 115.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:115.5-116.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.22
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 45 g/t silver is weak against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 45.0 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 45

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.71
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 115.5 m
- To: 116.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 115.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:115.5-116.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.22
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.71 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.7 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.71 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.71

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.99
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 115.5 m
- To: 116.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 115.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:115.5-116.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.22
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.99 % copper is moderate against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 1.0 %·m is below \(grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.99

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.9
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 115.5 m
- To: 116.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 115.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:115.5-116.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.22
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.9 % lead is weak against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 1.9 %·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.90

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 115.5 m
- To: 116.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 115.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:115.5-116.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.22
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2 % zinc is weak against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 2.0 %·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 2.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 87
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 116.5 m
- To: 117.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 116.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:116.5-117.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 5.68
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 87 g/t silver is weak against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 87.0 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 87

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.805
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 116.5 m
- To: 117.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 116.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:116.5-117.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 5.68
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.805 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.8 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.805 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.805

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.06
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 116.5 m
- To: 117.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 116.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:116.5-117.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 5.68
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.06 % copper is moderate against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 1.1 %·m is below \(grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.06

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 4.33
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 116.5 m
- To: 117.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 116.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:116.5-117.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 5.68
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 4.33 % lead is moderate against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 4.3 %·m is below \(grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 4.33

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 6.75
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 116.5 m
- To: 117.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 116.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:116.5-117.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 5.68
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 6.75 % zinc is moderate against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 6.8 %·m is below \(grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 6.75

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 86
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 117.5 m
- To: 118.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 117.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:117.5-118.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.84
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 86 g/t silver is weak against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 86.0 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 86

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.526
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 117.5 m
- To: 118.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 117.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:117.5-118.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.84
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.526 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.5 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.526 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.526

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.85
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 117.5 m
- To: 118.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 117.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:117.5-118.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.84
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.85 % copper is strong against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 1.9 %·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 1.85 % copper is strong on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.85

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.53
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 117.5 m
- To: 118.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 117.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:117.5-118.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.84
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.53 % lead is weak against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 2.5 %·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 2.53

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.9
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 117.5 m
- To: 118.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 117.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:117.5-118.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.84
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.9 % zinc is weak against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 2.9 %·m is below \(grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 2.90

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 28
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 118.5 m
- To: 119.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 118.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:118.5-119.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.9
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 28 g/t silver is below against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 28.0 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 28 g/t silver is below the weak threshold \(30 g/t\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 28

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.285
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 118.5 m
- To: 119.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 118.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:118.5-119.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.9
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.285 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.3 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.285 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.285

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.65
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 118.5 m
- To: 119.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 118.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:118.5-119.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.9
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.65 % copper is strong against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 1.6 %·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 1.65 % copper is strong on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.65

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.44
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 118.5 m
- To: 119.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 118.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:118.5-119.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.9
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.44 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.4 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.44 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.44

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.68
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 118.5 m
- To: 119.5 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 118.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:118.5-119.5
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.9
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.68 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 1.7 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 1.68 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.68

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 4
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.8 m
- True Width: 0.8 m
- From: 119.5 m
- To: 120.3 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:119.5-120.3
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 1.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 4 g/t silver is below against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 3.2 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 4 g/t silver is below the weak threshold \(30 g/t\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 4

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.8

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.099
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.8 m
- True Width: 0.8 m
- From: 119.5 m
- To: 120.3 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:119.5-120.3
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 1.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.099 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.1 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.099 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.099

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.8

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.32
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.8 m
- True Width: 0.8 m
- From: 119.5 m
- To: 120.3 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:119.5-120.3
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 1.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.32 % copper is moderate against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 1.1 %·m is below \(grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.32

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.8

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.04
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.8 m
- True Width: 0.8 m
- From: 119.5 m
- To: 120.3 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:119.5-120.3
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 1.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.04 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.04 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.04

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.8

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.15
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.8 m
- True Width: 0.8 m
- From: 119.5 m
- To: 120.3 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:119.5-120.3
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 1.53
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.15 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.15 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.15

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.8

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.9 m
- True Width: 0.9 m
- From: 120.3 m
- To: 121.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 120.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:120.3-121.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 3 g/t silver is below against the default band \[500, 200, 100, 30\] g/t. Grade×width 2.7 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 3 g/t silver is below the weak threshold \(30 g/t\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 3

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.9

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.057
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.9 m
- True Width: 0.9 m
- From: 120.3 m
- To: 121.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 120.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:120.3-121.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.057 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.1 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.057 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.057

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.9

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.05
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.9 m
- True Width: 0.9 m
- From: 120.3 m
- To: 121.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 120.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:120.3-121.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.05 % copper is strong against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 1.8 %·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 2.05 % copper is strong on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 2.05

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.9

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.07
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.9 m
- True Width: 0.9 m
- From: 120.3 m
- To: 121.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 120.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:120.3-121.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.07 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.07

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.9

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.96
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.9 m
- True Width: 0.9 m
- From: 120.3 m
- To: 121.2 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 120.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:120.3-121.2
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.43
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.96 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.9 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.96 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.96

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 0.9

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.009
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 121.2 m
- To: 122.3 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 121.2 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:121.2-122.3
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.04
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.009 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.0 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.009 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.009

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 121.2 m
- To: 122.3 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 121.2 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:121.2-122.3
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.04
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.01 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.01
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 121.2 m
- To: 122.3 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 121.2 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:121.2-122.3
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.04
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.01 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.01

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.03
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 121.2 m
- To: 122.3 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 121.2 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:121.2-122.3
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.04
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.03 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.03 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.03

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.009
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 122.3 m
- To: 123.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 122.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:122.3-123.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.009 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.0 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.009 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.009

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 122.3 m
- To: 123.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 122.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:122.3-123.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 122.3 m
- To: 123.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 122.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:122.3-123.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.03
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- True Width: 1.1 m
- From: 122.3 m
- To: 123.4 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 122.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:122.3-123.4
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.03
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.03 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.03 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.03

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.2 m
- True Width: 1.2 m
- From: 123.4 m
- To: 124.6 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 123.4 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:123.4-124.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.02
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.2 m
- True Width: 1.2 m
- From: 123.4 m
- To: 124.6 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 123.4 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:123.4-124.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.02
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.02
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.2 m
- True Width: 1.2 m
- From: 123.4 m
- To: 124.6 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 123.4 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:123.4-124.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.02
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.02 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.02 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.02

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.2

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.081
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 124.6 m
- To: 125.6 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 124.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:124.6-125.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.18
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.081 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.1 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.081 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.081

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

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Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.07
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 124.6 m
- To: 125.6 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 124.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:124.6-125.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.18
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.07 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.07

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/nine-mile-metals-ddh-wd-26-11-intersects-2-high-grade-vms-zones-over-27-6m-inclu--135aa130-579d-4290-8ae9-5b75ec3401fb#fact-drill-facts-181)

Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 124.6 m
- To: 125.6 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 124.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:124.6-125.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.18
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/nine-mile-metals-ddh-wd-26-11-intersects-2-high-grade-vms-zones-over-27-6m-inclu--135aa130-579d-4290-8ae9-5b75ec3401fb#fact-drill-facts-182)

Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.07
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1 m
- True Width: 1 m
- From: 124.6 m
- To: 125.6 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 124.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:124.6-125.6
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.18
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.07 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.07

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/nine-mile-metals-ddh-wd-26-11-intersects-2-high-grade-vms-zones-over-27-6m-inclu--135aa130-579d-4290-8ae9-5b75ec3401fb#fact-drill-facts-183)

Wedge Critical Minerals · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.009
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 125.6 m
- To: 127.1 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 125.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:125.6-127.1
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.32
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.009 g/t gold is below against the underground mining band \[15, 7, 4, 2.5\] g/t. Grade×width 0.0 g/t·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.009 g/t gold is below the weak threshold \(2.5 g/t\) on the underground mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.009

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/nine-mile-metals-ddh-wd-26-11-intersects-2-high-grade-vms-zones-over-27-6m-inclu--135aa130-579d-4290-8ae9-5b75ec3401fb#fact-drill-facts-184)

Wedge Critical Minerals · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.27
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 125.6 m
- To: 127.1 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 125.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:125.6-127.1
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.32
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.27 % copper is below against the vms deposit band \[2.5, 1.5, 0.8, 0.4\] %. Grade×width 0.4 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.27 % copper is below the weak threshold \(0.4 %\) on the vms deposit band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.27

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/nine-mile-metals-ddh-wd-26-11-intersects-2-high-grade-vms-zones-over-27-6m-inclu--135aa130-579d-4290-8ae9-5b75ec3401fb#fact-drill-facts-185)

Wedge Critical Minerals · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: lead
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 125.6 m
- To: 127.1 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 125.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:125.6-127.1
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.32
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0 % lead is below against the default band \[10, 6, 3, 1\] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0 % lead is below the weak threshold \(1 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.00

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

### WD-26-11

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/nine-mile-metals-ddh-wd-26-11-intersects-2-high-grade-vms-zones-over-27-6m-inclu--135aa130-579d-4290-8ae9-5b75ec3401fb#fact-drill-facts-186)

Wedge Critical Minerals · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: WD-26-11
- Project: Wedge Critical Minerals
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: canada\_nb
- Reported Region: canada\_nb
- Ticker: NINE

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.15
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- True Width: 1.5 m
- From: 125.6 m
- To: 127.1 m
- Hole Depth: 149 m
- Intercept Depth: 125.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: vms
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: WD-26-11:125.6-127.1
- Mining Method: underground

#### Location

- Location: Upper Zone
- Azimuth: 355 °
- Dip: -50 °
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- Lab Certified: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 0.32
- Metal Eq. Unit: % Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.15 % zinc is below against the default band \[18, 10, 5, 2\] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

- Negative factor: 0.15 % zinc is below the weak threshold \(2 %\) on the default band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 0.15

Context: TABLE 2: DDH WD-26-11 CERTIFIED ASSAYS -

#### Tags used in scoring

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true\_width\_m is 1.5

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\).

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

## How Atlas produces this analysis

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