NorthWest Intersects 110.0 Metres of 1.86% CuEq, 0.64% Copper and 1.10 g/t Gold in the Western Zone at Kwanika from 378 Metres

Original announcement by orestocks on

Company
NorthWest Copper Corp.
Ticker
NWST.V
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
British Columbia
Primary commodity
Copper
Secondary commodities
Gold, Silver, Palladium
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-10-21 13:59:34 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

NorthWest Copper announced strong drill results from its Kwanika project in British Columbia, highlighted by an intercept of 110.0 metres grading 1.86% CuEq (0.64% copper and 1.10 g/t gold) in hole K-26-346. The drilling successfully confirmed geological and grade continuity in the Western Zone, reduced drill spacing to support future resource classification, and identified new mineralized structures and extensions, including an up-dip extension and a new porphyry zone. These results are part of a 43-hole program aimed at increasing resource confidence and assessing potential impact on a Preliminary Economic Assessment.

Reasoning: The drill results confirm high-grade copper-gold mineralization over significant widths, including a bonanza intercept in K-26-346, and identify new mineralized structures and extensions, supporting increased resource confidence and future growth.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza Intercept
  • True Width Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Facts used in scoring: 76

Classification and evidence

Bonanza Interceptpositive

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

Why it applies: The CuEq grade of 1.86% over 110.0m in K-26-346 is well above the exceptional threshold for porphyry copper deposits (0.8% CuEq).

Evidence · text

“110.0 metres (estimated true width of 84.3 metres) grading 0.64% copper and 1.10 g/t gold (1.86% copper equivalent (“CuEq”))”

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The release explicitly states an estimated true width of 84.3 metres for the main intercept in K-26-346.

Evidence · text

“estimated true width of 84.3 metres”

Step-Out Extensionpositive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: Drilling identified a new mineralized structure above previously defined zones and an additional porphyry mineralized zone immediately below previously defined structures, highlighting expansion potential.

Evidence · text

“intersected a new mineralized structure above previously defined mineralized zones, grading 1.07% CuEq over 30 metres, and identified an additional primary porphyry mineralized zone immediately below previously defined mineralized structures, highlighting further expansion potential at Kwanika.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The release includes a detailed 'Quality Assurance / Quality Control' section, mentioning certified labs, QP sign-off, and methods like blanks, standards, duplicates, and check assays.

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. The samples were sealed on site and shipped to Activation Laboratories Ltd. (“Actlabs”) in Kamloops, BC. The laboratory’s internal quality control system complies with global certifications for quality ISO 17025. Drill core samples were analyzed using a combination of Actlabs multi-element 1F2 analysis for low level concentrations (4-Acid Digestion, ICP-OES) and the 8-4 Acid ICP-OES analysis for higher level concentrations (4-Acid Digestion, ICP-OES with automatic over limits for base metals and silver). Gold, platinum and palladium assaying was completed with 1C-OES method, using a 30-gram fire assay with ICP finish analysis. In addition, about 5% of the sample pulps are re-assayed at a secondary laboratory to confirm reproducibility and check for bias. 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.”

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: The program's objective included reducing drill hole spacing to approximately 50 metres to support increased confidence in the classification of future mineral resource updates.

Evidence · text

“reducing drill hole spacing to approximately 50 metres to support increased confidence in the classification of future mineral resource updates.”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 76. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (76)

K-26-259Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.42Grade Unit: %Intercept: 115.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.42
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
115.1 m
True Width
74 m
From
406.9 m
To
522 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:406.9-522
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.19
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 1.19% over 115.1m is a strong result for a porphyry deposit, confirming continuity and supporting resource classification.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.19”

Context: 115.1

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 74

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.69Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 115.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.69
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
115.1 m
True Width
74 m
From
406.9 m
To
522 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:406.9-522
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.19
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold intercept of 115.1m at 0.69 g/t is a good width and grade for a porphyry deposit, contributing to resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.69”

Context: 115.1

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 74

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · silverGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 115.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
115.1 m
True Width
74 m
From
406.9 m
To
522 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:406.9-522
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.19
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 1.7 g/t over 115.1m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.70”

Context: 115.1

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 74

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.03Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 115.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
115.1 m
True Width
74 m
From
406.9 m
To
522 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:406.9-522
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.19
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.03 g/t over 115.1m is a very low byproduct credit.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: 115.1

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 74

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.67Grade Unit: %Intercept: 54.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.67
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
54.1 m
True Width
34.8 m
From
406.9 m
To
461 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:406.9-461
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 1.66% over 54.1m is a very strong result for a porphyry, enhancing resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.66”

Context: 54.1

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 34.8

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 54.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.9
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
54.1 m
True Width
34.8 m
From
406.9 m
To
461 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:406.9-461
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold sub-interval of 54.1m at 0.90 g/t is a strong grade and width for a porphyry, enhancing resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.90”

Context: 54.1

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 34.8

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · silverGrade: 2.39Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 54.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
2.39
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
54.1 m
True Width
34.8 m
From
406.9 m
To
461 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:406.9-461
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 2.39 g/t over 54.1m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“2.39”

Context: 54.1

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 34.8

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 54.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
54.1 m
True Width
34.8 m
From
406.9 m
To
461 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:406.9-461
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.01 g/t over 54.1m is a very low byproduct credit.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 54.1

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 34.8

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · copperIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Intercept
40 m
From
476 m
To
516 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:476-516
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.89
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 0.89% over 40.0m is a good result for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.89”

Context: 40.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.59Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.59
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
40 m
From
476 m
To
516 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:476-516
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold sub-interval of 40.0m at 0.59 g/t is a moderate grade for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.59”

Context: 40.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · silverGrade: 1.34Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.34
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
40 m
From
476 m
To
516 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:476-516
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 1.34 g/t over 40.0m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.34”

Context: 40.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
40 m
From
476 m
To
516 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:476-516
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.05 g/t over 40.0m is a very low byproduct credit, but noted as persistent palladium enrichment in Unit 2.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 40.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.27Grade Unit: %Intercept: 22 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.27
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
22 m
True Width
14.1 m
From
554 m
To
576 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:554-576
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.54
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 0.54% over 22.0m is a moderate result for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.54”

Context: 22.0

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 14.1

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 22 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.23
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
22 m
True Width
14.1 m
From
554 m
To
576 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:554-576
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.54
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold intercept of 22.0m at 0.23 g/t is a weak grade for a porphyry, but contributes to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.23”

Context: 22.0

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 14.1

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · silverGrade: 1.55Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 22 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.55
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
22 m
True Width
14.1 m
From
554 m
To
576 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:554-576
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.54
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 1.55 g/t over 22.0m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.55”

Context: 22.0

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 14.1

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 "resource"

K-26-259Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 22 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-259
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
22 m
True Width
14.1 m
From
554 m
To
576 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
406.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-259:554-576
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156207
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.54
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.01 g/t over 22.0m is a very low byproduct credit.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 22.0

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 14.1

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 30 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
30 m
True Width
19.3 m
From
411 m
To
441 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:411-441
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.07
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 1.07% over 30.0m is a strong result for a porphyry, representing a new mineralized structure and highlighting expansion potential.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension
  • QA/QC Disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.07”

Context: 30.0

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 19.3

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

K-26-264Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.51Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 30 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.51
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
30 m
True Width
19.3 m
From
411 m
To
441 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:411-441
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.07
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold intercept of 30.0m at 0.51 g/t is a good grade and width for a porphyry, representing a new mineralized structure.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension
  • QA/QC Disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.51”

Context: 30.0

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 19.3

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

K-26-264Kwanika · silverGrade: 1.82Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 30 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.82
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
30 m
True Width
19.3 m
From
411 m
To
441 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:411-441
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.07
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 1.82 g/t over 30.0m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system, but from a new structure.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension
  • QA/QC Disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.82”

Context: 30.0

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 19.3

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

K-26-264Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 30 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
30 m
True Width
19.3 m
From
411 m
To
441 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:411-441
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.07
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.01 g/t over 30.0m is a very low byproduct credit, but from a new structure.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • Step-Out Extension
  • QA/QC Disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 30.0

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 19.3

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

K-26-264Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.57Grade Unit: %Intercept: 18 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.57
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
18 m
True Width
11.6 m
From
411 m
To
429 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:411-429
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.42
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 1.42% over 18.0m is a very strong result for a porphyry, part of a new mineralized structure.

Positive factors

  • Step-Out Extension
  • QA/QC Disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.42”

Context: 18.0

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 11.6

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

K-26-264Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.78Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 18 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.78
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
18 m
True Width
11.6 m
From
411 m
To
429 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:411-429
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.42
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold sub-interval of 18.0m at 0.78 g/t is a good grade and width for a porphyry, part of a new mineralized structure.

Positive factors

  • Step-Out Extension
  • QA/QC Disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.78”

Context: 18.0

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 11.6

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

K-26-264Kwanika · silverGrade: 1.74Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 18 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.74
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
18 m
True Width
11.6 m
From
411 m
To
429 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:411-429
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.42
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 1.74 g/t over 18.0m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system, but from a new structure.

Positive factors

  • Step-Out Extension
  • QA/QC Disclosed

Evidence · table

“1.74”

Context: 18.0

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 11.6

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

K-26-264Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 18 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
18 m
True Width
11.6 m
From
411 m
To
429 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:411-429
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.42
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.01 g/t over 18.0m is a very low byproduct credit, but from a new structure.

Positive factors

  • Step-Out Extension
  • QA/QC Disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 18.0

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 11.6

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

K-26-264Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.38Grade Unit: %Intercept: 50.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.38
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
50.9 m
True Width
32.7 m
From
487 m
To
537.9 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:487-537.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.19
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 1.19% over 50.9m is a strong result for a porphyry, confirming continuity and supporting resource classification.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.19”

Context: 50.9

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 32.7

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.73Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 50.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.73
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
50.9 m
True Width
32.7 m
From
487 m
To
537.9 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:487-537.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.19
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold intercept of 50.9m at 0.73 g/t is a good width and grade for a porphyry, contributing to resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.73”

Context: 50.9

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 32.7

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · silverGrade: 2.22Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 50.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
2.22
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
50.9 m
True Width
32.7 m
From
487 m
To
537.9 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:487-537.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.19
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 2.22 g/t over 50.9m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“2.22”

Context: 50.9

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 32.7

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 50.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
50.9 m
True Width
32.7 m
From
487 m
To
537.9 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:487-537.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.19
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.01 g/t over 50.9m is a very low byproduct credit.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 50.9

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 32.7

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.44Grade Unit: %Intercept: 34.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.44
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
34.9 m
True Width
22.4 m
From
503 m
To
537.9 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:503-537.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.48
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 1.48% over 34.9m is a very strong result for a porphyry, enhancing resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.48”

Context: 34.9

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 22.4

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.94Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 34.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.94
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
34.9 m
True Width
22.4 m
From
503 m
To
537.9 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:503-537.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.48
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold sub-interval of 34.9m at 0.94 g/t is a strong grade and width for a porphyry, enhancing resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.94”

Context: 34.9

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 22.4

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · silverGrade: 2.57Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 34.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
2.57
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
34.9 m
True Width
22.4 m
From
503 m
To
537.9 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:503-537.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.48
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 2.57 g/t over 34.9m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“2.57”

Context: 34.9

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 22.4

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 34.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
34.9 m
True Width
22.4 m
From
503 m
To
537.9 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:503-537.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.48
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.01 g/t over 34.9m is a very low byproduct credit.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 34.9

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 22.4

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.15Grade Unit: %Intercept: 10.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.15
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
10.6 m
True Width
6.8 m
From
601.8 m
To
612.4 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:601.8-612.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.76
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 0.76% over 10.6m is a moderate result for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.76”

Context: 10.6

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 6.8

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.56Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.56
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10.6 m
True Width
6.8 m
From
601.8 m
To
612.4 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:601.8-612.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.76
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold intercept of 10.6m at 0.56 g/t is a moderate grade and width for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.56”

Context: 10.6

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 6.8

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · silverGrade: 0.83Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.83
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10.6 m
True Width
6.8 m
From
601.8 m
To
612.4 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:601.8-612.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.76
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 0.83 g/t over 10.6m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.83”

Context: 10.6

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 6.8

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.04Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10.6 m
True Width
6.8 m
From
601.8 m
To
612.4 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:601.8-612.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.76
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.04 g/t over 10.6m is a very low byproduct credit, but noted as elevated palladium values.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 10.6

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 6.8

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.25Grade Unit: %Intercept: 9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.25
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
9 m
True Width
5.8 m
From
638 m
To
647 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:638-647
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.85
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 0.85% over 9.0m is a good result for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.85”

Context: 9.0

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.55Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.55
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9 m
True Width
5.8 m
From
638 m
To
647 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:638-647
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.85
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold intercept of 9.0m at 0.55 g/t is a moderate grade and narrow width for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.55”

Context: 9.0

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · silverGrade: 1.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9 m
True Width
5.8 m
From
638 m
To
647 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:638-647
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.85
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 1.10 g/t over 9.0m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.10”

Context: 9.0

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 "resource"

K-26-264Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.08Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-264
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.08
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9 m
True Width
5.8 m
From
638 m
To
647 m
Hole Depth
650 m
Intercept Depth
411 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-264:638-647
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156260
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1012 m
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.85
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.08 g/t over 9.0m is a very low byproduct credit, but noted as elevated palladium values.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.08”

Context: 9.0

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.64Grade Unit: %Intercept: 110 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.64
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
110 m
True Width
84.3 m
From
378 m
To
488 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:378-488
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.86
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 1.86% over 110.0m is an exceptional result for a porphyry, significantly enhancing resource confidence and demonstrating high-grade mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza Intercept
  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.86”

Context: 110.0

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 84.3

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · goldGrade: 1.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 110 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
110 m
True Width
84.3 m
From
378 m
To
488 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:378-488
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.86
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold intercept of 110.0m at 1.10 g/t is a very strong grade and width for a porphyry, significantly enhancing resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.10”

Context: 110.0

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 84.3

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · silverGrade: 3.11Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 110 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
3.11
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
110 m
True Width
84.3 m
From
378 m
To
488 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:378-488
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.86
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 3.11 g/t over 110.0m is a moderate byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“3.11”

Context: 110.0

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 84.3

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 110 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
110 m
True Width
84.3 m
From
378 m
To
488 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:378-488
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.86
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.06 g/t over 110.0m is a very low byproduct credit, but noted as persistent palladium enrichment.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 110.0

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 84.3

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · copperGrade: 0.34Grade Unit: %Intercept: 10 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.34
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
10 m
True Width
7.7 m
From
378 m
To
388 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:378-388
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd.
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
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 0.90% over 10.0m is a good result for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.90”

Context: 10.0

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 7.7

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10 m
True Width
7.7 m
From
378 m
To
388 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:378-388
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd.
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
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold sub-interval of 10.0m at 0.50 g/t is a moderate grade and narrow width for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.50”

Context: 10.0

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 7.7

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · silverGrade: 2.32Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
2.32
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10 m
True Width
7.7 m
From
378 m
To
388 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:378-388
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd.
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
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 2.32 g/t over 10.0m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“2.32”

Context: 10.0

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 7.7

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10 m
True Width
7.7 m
From
378 m
To
388 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:378-388
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Activation Laboratories Ltd.
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
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.01 g/t over 10.0m is a very low byproduct credit.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 10.0

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 7.7

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · copperIntercept: 16.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Intercept
16.1 m
From
392.5 m
To
408.6 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:392.5-408.6
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
4.37
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 4.37% over 16.1m is an exceptional result for a porphyry, demonstrating high-grade mineralization within the broader intercept.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza Intercept
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“4.37”

Context: 16.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · goldGrade: 3.03Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
3.03
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16.1 m
From
392.5 m
To
408.6 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:392.5-408.6
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold sub-interval of 16.1m at 3.03 g/t is a very strong grade and good width for a porphyry, enhancing resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“3.03”

Context: 16.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · silverGrade: 4.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
4.23
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16.1 m
From
392.5 m
To
408.6 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:392.5-408.6
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 4.23 g/t over 16.1m is a moderate byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“4.23”

Context: 16.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16.1 m
From
392.5 m
To
408.6 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:392.5-408.6
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.05 g/t over 16.1m is a very low byproduct credit.

Positive factors

  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 16.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · copperIntercept: 39.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Intercept
39.8 m
True Width
30.5 m
From
414.2 m
To
454 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:414.2-454
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.53
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 2.53% over 39.8m is an exceptional result for a porphyry, demonstrating high-grade mineralization within the broader intercept.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza Intercept
  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“2.53”

Context: 39.8

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 30.5

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · goldGrade: 1.37Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 39.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.37
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
39.8 m
True Width
30.5 m
From
414.2 m
To
454 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:414.2-454
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold sub-interval of 39.8m at 1.37 g/t is a very strong grade and good width for a porphyry, enhancing resource confidence.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“1.37”

Context: 39.8

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 30.5

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · silverGrade: 4.32Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 39.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
4.32
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
39.8 m
True Width
30.5 m
From
414.2 m
To
454 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:414.2-454
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 4.32 g/t over 39.8m is a moderate byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“4.32”

Context: 39.8

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 30.5

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.13Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 39.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.13
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
39.8 m
True Width
30.5 m
From
414.2 m
To
454 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:414.2-454
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.13 g/t over 39.8m is a low byproduct credit, but noted as palladium enriched.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.13”

Context: 39.8

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 30.5

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 "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · copperIntercept: 20 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Intercept
20 m
From
458 m
To
478 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:458-478
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.87
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The CuEq grade of 0.87% over 20.0m is a good result for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.87”

Context: 20.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · goldGrade: 0.46Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 20 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.46
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
20 m
From
458 m
To
478 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:458-478
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The gold sub-interval of 20.0m at 0.46 g/t is a moderate grade and good width for a porphyry, contributing to overall continuity.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.46”

Context: 20.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · silverGrade: 2.33Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 20 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
2.33
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
20 m
From
458 m
To
478 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:458-478
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The silver grade of 2.33 g/t over 20.0m is a minor byproduct credit for a porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“2.33”

Context: 20.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

K-26-346Kwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 20 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
K-26-346
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
20 m
From
458 m
To
478 m
Hole Depth
501 m
Intercept Depth
378 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
K-26-346:458-478
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Western Zone
Easting
351325
Northing
6156208
CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83
EPSG
26910
Elevation
1002 m
Azimuth
170 °
Dip
-80 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: The palladium grade of 0.01 g/t over 20.0m is a very low byproduct credit.

Positive factors

  • True Width Disclosed
  • QA/QC Disclosed
  • Infill Drilling

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 20.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

AndKwanika · copperGrade: 0.24Grade Unit: %Intercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.24
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
40 m
True Width
25.7 m
From
476 m
To
516 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
476 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:476-516
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.89
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.24 % copper is weak against the porphyry deposit band [0.8, 0.4, 0.25, 0.15] %. Grade×width 9.6 %·m is below (grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used).

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: And

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 25.7

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

AndKwanika · goldGrade: 0.59Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.59
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
40 m
True Width
25.7 m
From
476 m
To
516 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
476 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:476-516
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.89
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.59 g/t gold is strong against the porphyry deposit band [1, 0.5, 0.3, 0.15] g/t. Grade×width 23.6 g/t·m is weak (grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used).

Positive factors

  • 0.59 g/t gold is strong on the porphyry deposit band.

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.59”

Context: And

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 25.7

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

AndKwanika · silverGrade: 1.34Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.34
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
40 m
True Width
25.7 m
From
476 m
To
516 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
476 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:476-516
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.89
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.34 g/t silver is below against the default band [500, 200, 100, 30] g/t. Grade×width 53.6 g/t·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 1.34 g/t silver is below the weak threshold (30 g/t) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.34”

Context: And

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 25.7

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

AndKwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
40 m
True Width
25.7 m
From
476 m
To
516 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
476 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:476-516
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.89
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.05 g/t palladium. No grade band defined for this commodity, so the score is a placeholder.

Negative factors

  • No grade rubric for palladium; intercept not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: And

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 25.7

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

AndKwanika · copperGrade: 1.08Grade Unit: %Intercept: 16.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.08
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
16.1 m
True Width
12.3 m
From
392.5 m
To
408.6 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
392.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:392.5-408.6
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

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
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.08 % copper is exceptional against the porphyry deposit band [0.8, 0.4, 0.25, 0.15] %. Grade×width 17.4 %·m is below (grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used).

Positive factors

  • 1.08 % copper is exceptional on the porphyry deposit band.

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.08”

Context: And

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 12.3

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

AndKwanika · goldGrade: 3.03Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
3.03
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16.1 m
True Width
12.3 m
From
392.5 m
To
408.6 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
392.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:392.5-408.6
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

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
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 3.03 g/t gold is exceptional against the porphyry deposit band [1, 0.5, 0.3, 0.15] g/t. Grade×width 48.8 g/t·m is moderate (grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used).

Positive factors

  • 3.03 g/t gold is exceptional on the porphyry deposit band.

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“3.03”

Context: And

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 12.3

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

AndKwanika · silverGrade: 4.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
4.23
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16.1 m
True Width
12.3 m
From
392.5 m
To
408.6 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
392.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:392.5-408.6
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

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
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 4.23 g/t silver is below against the default band [500, 200, 100, 30] g/t. Grade×width 68.1 g/t·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 4.23 g/t silver is below the weak threshold (30 g/t) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“4.23”

Context: And

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 12.3

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

AndKwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16.1 m
True Width
12.3 m
From
392.5 m
To
408.6 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
392.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:392.5-408.6
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

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
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.05 g/t palladium. No grade band defined for this commodity, so the score is a placeholder.

Negative factors

  • No grade rubric for palladium; intercept not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: And

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 12.3

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

AndKwanika · copperGrade: 1.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 39.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
39.8 m
True Width
30.5 m
From
414.2 m
To
454 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
414.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:414.2-454
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

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
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.01 % copper is exceptional against the porphyry deposit band [0.8, 0.4, 0.25, 0.15] %. Grade×width 40.2 %·m is weak (grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used).

Positive factors

  • 1.01 % copper is exceptional on the porphyry deposit band.

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.01”

Context: And

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 30.5

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

AndKwanika · goldGrade: 1.37Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 39.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
1.37
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
39.8 m
True Width
30.5 m
From
414.2 m
To
454 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
414.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:414.2-454
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

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
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.37 g/t gold is exceptional against the porphyry deposit band [1, 0.5, 0.3, 0.15] g/t. Grade×width 54.5 g/t·m is moderate (grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used).

Positive factors

  • 1.37 g/t gold is exceptional on the porphyry deposit band.

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.37”

Context: And

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 30.5

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

AndKwanika · silverGrade: 4.32Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 39.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
4.32
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
39.8 m
True Width
30.5 m
From
414.2 m
To
454 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
414.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:414.2-454
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

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
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 4.32 g/t silver is below against the default band [500, 200, 100, 30] g/t. Grade×width 171.9 g/t·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 4.32 g/t silver is below the weak threshold (30 g/t) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“4.32”

Context: And

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 30.5

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

AndKwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.13Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 39.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.13
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
39.8 m
True Width
30.5 m
From
414.2 m
To
454 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
414.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:414.2-454
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

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
2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.13 g/t palladium. No grade band defined for this commodity, so the score is a placeholder.

Negative factors

  • No grade rubric for palladium; intercept not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.13”

Context: And

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 30.5

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

AndKwanika · copperGrade: 0.34Grade Unit: %Intercept: 20 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.34
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
20 m
True Width
15.3 m
From
458 m
To
478 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
458 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:458-478
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.87
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.34 % copper is moderate against the porphyry deposit band [0.8, 0.4, 0.25, 0.15] %. Grade×width 6.8 %·m is below (grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used).

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.34”

Context: And

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 15.3

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

AndKwanika · goldGrade: 0.46Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 20 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.46
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
20 m
True Width
15.3 m
From
458 m
To
478 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
458 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:458-478
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.87
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.46 g/t gold is moderate against the porphyry deposit band [1, 0.5, 0.3, 0.15] g/t. Grade×width 9.2 g/t·m is below (grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used).

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.46”

Context: And

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 15.3

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

AndKwanika · silverGrade: 2.33Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 20 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
2.33
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
20 m
True Width
15.3 m
From
458 m
To
478 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
458 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:458-478
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.87
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.33 g/t silver is below against the default band [500, 200, 100, 30] g/t. Grade×width 46.6 g/t·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 2.33 g/t silver is below the weak threshold (30 g/t) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“2.33”

Context: And

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 15.3

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

AndKwanika · palladiumGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 20 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
And
Project
Kwanika
Commodity
palladium
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
NWST.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
20 m
True Width
15.3 m
From
458 m
To
478 m
Hole Depth
576 m
Intercept Depth
458 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
And:458-478
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

CRS
UTM Zone 10N NAD83

QA/QC

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

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.87
Metal Eq. Unit
% Cu-Eq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.01 g/t palladium. No grade band defined for this commodity, so the score is a placeholder.

Negative factors

  • No grade rubric for palladium; intercept not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: And

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 15.3

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

How Atlas produces this analysis

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