Northwest Copper Intersects 41.7 Metres of 0.40% Copper and 0.67 g/t Gold (1.13% CuEq) at Kwanika North Pit Extension from 72.6 Metres

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Company
Northwest Copper
Ticker
NWST
Exchange
TSXV
Region
British Columbia
Primary commodity
Copper
Secondary commodities
Gold, Silver, Palladium
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-10-07 14:21:15 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Northwest Copper reported initial drill results from its 2026 exploration program at the Kwanika North Pit Extension Zone in British Columbia. The program successfully infilled and extended mineralization, highlighted by hole K-26-303 intersecting 41.7 metres of 0.40% copper and 0.67 g/t gold (1.13% CuEq) from 72.6 metres. These results reinforce the company's strategy to improve resource quality and confidence, with further drilling planned to upgrade and expand mineral resources.

Reasoning: Initial drill results from the 2026 program at Kwanika North Pit Extension confirm and extend copper-gold mineralization with good intercept lengths and disclosed true widths, supporting future resource upgrades, though grades are moderate compared to historical project highs.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension
  • Infill Drilling
  • Good Intercept Lengths

Negative factors

  • Grades below project historical average for gold and copper

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

Facts used in scoring: 40

Classification and evidence

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The document provides estimated true widths for all reported intercepts in 'Table 1: Drill Results in this News Release', such as '40.2' m for the 41.7 m intercept in K-26-303.

Evidence · table

“40.2”

Context: 41.7

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The document includes a dedicated 'Quality Assurance / Quality Control' section detailing sample collection, external QA/QC program using blanks and standards, laboratory used (Actlabs), and analytical methods.

Evidence · text

“Quality Assurance / Quality Control Drilling at Kwanika in 2026 was designed and supervised by NorthWest and implemented by InData Geoscience with assay QA/QC checks by Explore Geosolutions. Samples were collected, tracked and an external QA/QC program was implemented using coarse blanks and certified prepared blanks and standards to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”

QP/CP Signedpositive · Story-specific tag

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

Why it applies: The news release states that 'Technical aspects of this news release have been reviewed, verified, and approved by Geoff Chinn, P.Geo., VP Business Development and Exploration for NorthWest, who is a qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101'.

Evidence · text

“Technical aspects of this news release have been reviewed, verified, and approved by Geoff Chinn, P.Geo., VP Business Development and Exploration for NorthWest, who is a qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”

Metal Equivalent Opaquenegative

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

Why it applies: The document explicitly discloses the metal prices and recoveries used for the CuEq calculation in footnote 2.

Evidence · text

“CuEq assumes metal prices of $3,100/oz gold, $4.50/lb copper, $36/oz silver and $1,100/oz palladium metal recoveries of 96% gold, 90% copper, 96% silver, 0% palladium”

Step-Out Extensionpositive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The program objective included 'extending mineralization' in the North Pit Extension Zone, and holes like K-26-303 'successfully extended higher-grade mineralization to the north and up-dip'.

Evidence · text

“The first four holes reported from the approximately 40-hole program were drilled along a section at the southern end of the North Pit Extension Zone and focused on infill drilling and extending mineralization.”

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: The program's stated objective was to 'focus on infill drilling and extending mineralization' in the North Pit Extension Zone, and holes were designed to 'improve confidence in the mineralization by reducing drill hole spacing'.

Evidence · text

“The first four holes reported from the approximately 40-hole program were drilled along a section at the southern end of the North Pit Extension Zone and focused on infill drilling and extending mineralization.”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 40. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (40)

K-26-303Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.24Grade Unit: %Intercept: 14.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.24
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
14.8 m
True Width
14.3 m
From
49 m
To
63.8 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:49-63.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.01
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate copper grade with good true width in an infill drill hole, contributing to resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: 14.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 14.3

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14.8 m
True Width
14.3 m
From
49 m
To
63.8 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:49-63.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.01
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade with good true width in an infill drill hole, contributing to resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.70”

Context: 14.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 14.3

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · silverGrade: 1.17Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
1.17
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14.8 m
True Width
14.3 m
From
49 m
To
63.8 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:49-63.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.01
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade in an infill drill hole, contributing to overall polymetallic understanding.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.17”

Context: 14.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 14.3

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0.03Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14.8 m
True Width
14.3 m
From
49 m
To
63.8 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:49-63.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.01
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade in an infill drill hole, providing complete assay data.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: 14.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 14.3

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 41.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
41.7 m
True Width
40.2 m
From
72.6 m
To
114.3 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:72.6-114.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.13
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Good copper grade over a significant true width, representing a key intercept for resource confidence and extension.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling
  • Good Intercept Lengths

Evidence · table

“0.40”

Context: 41.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 40.2

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.67Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 41.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.67
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
41.7 m
True Width
40.2 m
From
72.6 m
To
114.3 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:72.6-114.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.13
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Good gold grade over a significant true width, representing a key intercept for resource confidence and extension.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling
  • Good Intercept Lengths

Evidence · table

“0.67”

Context: 41.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 40.2

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · silverGrade: 1.65Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 41.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
1.65
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
41.7 m
True Width
40.2 m
From
72.6 m
To
114.3 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:72.6-114.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.13
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade over a significant true width, contributing to overall polymetallic understanding.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.65”

Context: 41.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 40.2

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 41.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
41.7 m
True Width
40.2 m
From
72.6 m
To
114.3 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:72.6-114.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.13
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade over a significant true width, providing complete assay data.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: 41.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 40.2

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.63Grade Unit: %Intercept: 4.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.63
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
4.7 m
True Width
4.5 m
From
120.3 m
To
125 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:120.3-125
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.11
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Good copper grade over a narrow true width, contributing to detailed geological understanding.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.63”

Context: 4.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.5

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.42Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.42
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.7 m
True Width
4.5 m
From
120.3 m
To
125 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:120.3-125
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.11
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade over a narrow true width, contributing to detailed geological understanding.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.42”

Context: 4.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.5

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · silverGrade: 2.29Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
2.29
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.7 m
True Width
4.5 m
From
120.3 m
To
125 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:120.3-125
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.11
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade over a narrow true width, contributing to overall polymetallic understanding.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“2.29”

Context: 4.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.5

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-303Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-303
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.7 m
True Width
4.5 m
From
120.3 m
To
125 m
Hole Depth
125 m
Intercept Depth
49 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-303:120.3-125
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351598
Northing
6156407
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1007 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.11
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade over a narrow true width, providing complete assay data.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.00”

Context: 4.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.5

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-304Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.34Grade Unit: %Intercept: 4.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-304
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.34
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
4.3 m
True Width
4.1 m
From
65.2 m
To
69.5 m
Hole Depth
126 m
Intercept Depth
65.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-304:65.2-69.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351512
Northing
6156412
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.46
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate copper grade over a narrow true width, contributing to geological continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.34”

Context: 4.3

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.1

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-304Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-304
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.3 m
True Width
4.1 m
From
65.2 m
To
69.5 m
Hole Depth
126 m
Intercept Depth
65.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-304:65.2-69.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351512
Northing
6156412
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.46
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade over a narrow true width, contributing to geological continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.11”

Context: 4.3

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.1

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-304Kwanika North · silverGrade: 0.25Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-304
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.25
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.3 m
True Width
4.1 m
From
65.2 m
To
69.5 m
Hole Depth
126 m
Intercept Depth
65.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-304:65.2-69.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351512
Northing
6156412
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.46
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace silver grade over a narrow true width, contributing to geological continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.25”

Context: 4.3

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.1

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-304Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-304
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.3 m
True Width
4.1 m
From
65.2 m
To
69.5 m
Hole Depth
126 m
Intercept Depth
65.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-304:65.2-69.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351512
Northing
6156412
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.46
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade over a narrow true width, contributing to geological continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.00”

Context: 4.3

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.1

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-304Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.31Grade Unit: %Intercept: 16 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-304
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.31
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
16 m
True Width
15 m
From
82 m
To
98 m
Hole Depth
126 m
Intercept Depth
65.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-304:82-98
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351512
Northing
6156412
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.5
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate copper grade with good true width, contributing to resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.31”

Context: 16.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-304Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.17Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-304
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.17
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16 m
True Width
15 m
From
82 m
To
98 m
Hole Depth
126 m
Intercept Depth
65.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-304:82-98
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351512
Northing
6156412
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.5
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade with good true width, contributing to resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.17”

Context: 16.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-304Kwanika North · silverGrade: 0.33Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-304
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16 m
True Width
15 m
From
82 m
To
98 m
Hole Depth
126 m
Intercept Depth
65.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-304:82-98
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351512
Northing
6156412
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.5
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace silver grade with good true width, contributing to resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.33”

Context: 16.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-304Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-304
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16 m
True Width
15 m
From
82 m
To
98 m
Hole Depth
126 m
Intercept Depth
65.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-304:82-98
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351512
Northing
6156412
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.5
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade with good true width, contributing to resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 16.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-312Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.19Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-312
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.19
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.8 m
True Width
3.6 m
From
110.4 m
To
114.2 m
Hole Depth
150 m
Intercept Depth
110.4 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-312:110.4-114.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351650
Northing
6156400
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1005 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.93
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low copper grade over a narrow true width, contributing to geological continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.19”

Context: 3.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 3.6

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-312Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.67Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-312
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.67
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.8 m
True Width
3.6 m
From
110.4 m
To
114.2 m
Hole Depth
150 m
Intercept Depth
110.4 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-312:110.4-114.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351650
Northing
6156400
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1005 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.93
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade over a narrow true width, contributing to geological continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.67”

Context: 3.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 3.6

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-312Kwanika North · silverGrade: 0.99Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-312
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.99
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.8 m
True Width
3.6 m
From
110.4 m
To
114.2 m
Hole Depth
150 m
Intercept Depth
110.4 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-312:110.4-114.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351650
Northing
6156400
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1005 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.93
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade over a narrow true width, contributing to geological continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.99”

Context: 3.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 3.6

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-312Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0.03Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-312
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.8 m
True Width
3.6 m
From
110.4 m
To
114.2 m
Hole Depth
150 m
Intercept Depth
110.4 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-312:110.4-114.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351650
Northing
6156400
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1005 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.93
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade over a narrow true width, contributing to geological continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: 3.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 3.6

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-312Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: %Intercept: 27.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-312
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
27.2 m
True Width
26.2 m
From
122.9 m
To
150 m
Hole Depth
150 m
Intercept Depth
110.4 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-312:122.9-150
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351650
Northing
6156400
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1005 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.9
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate copper grade over a good true width, contributing to resource confidence and continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling
  • Good Intercept Lengths

Evidence · table

“0.20”

Context: 27.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 26.2

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-312Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.64Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 27.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-312
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.64
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
27.2 m
True Width
26.2 m
From
122.9 m
To
150 m
Hole Depth
150 m
Intercept Depth
110.4 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-312:122.9-150
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351650
Northing
6156400
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1005 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.9
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade over a good true width, contributing to resource confidence and continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling
  • Good Intercept Lengths

Evidence · table

“0.64”

Context: 27.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 26.2

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-312Kwanika North · silverGrade: 0.98Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 27.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-312
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.98
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
27.2 m
True Width
26.2 m
From
122.9 m
To
150 m
Hole Depth
150 m
Intercept Depth
110.4 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-312:122.9-150
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351650
Northing
6156400
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1005 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.9
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade over a good true width, contributing to overall polymetallic understanding.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.98”

Context: 27.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 26.2

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-312Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 27.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-312
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
27.2 m
True Width
26.2 m
From
122.9 m
To
150 m
Hole Depth
150 m
Intercept Depth
110.4 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-312:122.9-150
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351650
Northing
6156400
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1005 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.9
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade over a good true width, contributing to overall polymetallic understanding.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: 27.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 26.2

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 47.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
47.4 m
True Width
45.8 m
From
169.6 m
To
217 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:169.6-217
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.78
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate copper grade over a significant true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension
  • Good Intercept Lengths

Evidence · table

“0.30”

Context: 47.4

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 45.8

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.44Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 47.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.44
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
47.4 m
True Width
45.8 m
From
169.6 m
To
217 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:169.6-217
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.78
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade over a significant true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension
  • Good Intercept Lengths

Evidence · table

“0.44”

Context: 47.4

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 45.8

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · silverGrade: 1.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 47.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
1.23
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
47.4 m
True Width
45.8 m
From
169.6 m
To
217 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:169.6-217
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.78
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade over a significant true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“1.23”

Context: 47.4

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 45.8

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 47.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
47.4 m
True Width
45.8 m
From
169.6 m
To
217 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:169.6-217
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.78
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade over a significant true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: 47.4

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 45.8

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.14Grade Unit: %Intercept: 16 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.14
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
16 m
True Width
15.5 m
From
242 m
To
258 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:242-258
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.56
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low copper grade with good true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“0.14”

Context: 16.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15.5

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.38Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.38
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16 m
True Width
15.5 m
From
242 m
To
258 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:242-258
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.56
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade with good true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“0.38”

Context: 16.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15.5

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · silverGrade: 0.76Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.76
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16 m
True Width
15.5 m
From
242 m
To
258 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:242-258
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.56
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace silver grade with good true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“0.76”

Context: 16.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15.5

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0.04Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16 m
True Width
15.5 m
From
242 m
To
258 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:242-258
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.56
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade with good true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 16.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15.5

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · copperGrade: 0.29Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.29
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6 m
True Width
5.8 m
From
318 m
To
324 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:318-324
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.62
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate copper grade over a narrow true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“0.29”

Context: 6.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 5.8

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · goldGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6 m
True Width
5.8 m
From
318 m
To
324 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:318-324
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.62
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade over a narrow true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“0.30”

Context: 6.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 5.8

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · silverGrade: 0.93Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0.93
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6 m
True Width
5.8 m
From
318 m
To
324 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:318-324
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.62
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade over a narrow true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“0.93”

Context: 6.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 5.8

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

K-26-340Kwanika North · palladiumGrade: 0Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-340
Project
Kwanika North
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST

Geometry

Grade
0
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6 m
True Width
5.8 m
From
318 m
To
324 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
169.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-340:318-324
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
North Pit Extension
Easting
351698
Northing
6156401
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
Elevation
1010 m
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs)
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.62
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace palladium grade over a narrow true width, extending mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • QP/CP Signed
  • Metal Equivalent Assumptions Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension

Evidence · table

“0.00”

Context: 6.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 5.8

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

How Atlas produces this analysis

Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.