Viridian Intersects Sulphides Throughout 3 km of Step-Out Drilling at Kraken Main

Original announcement by orestocks on

Company
Viridian Metals Inc.
Ticker
VRDN.CN
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
Labrador
Primary commodity
Nickel
Secondary commodities
Copper, Cobalt, Platinum, Palladium, Gold
Document categories
Drill results, Agreement transaction, Other
Extracted
2026-10-02 17:50:23 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Viridian Metals Inc. announced that step-out drilling along a 3-kilometre trend at its Kraken Main Zone intersected visually identified sulphides in all eight holes, with broad and semi-massive intervals, indicating significant exploration potential. While assays for these new step-out holes are pending, the company reported additional assay results from the extension of historical holes, including 23.05 metres at 0.24% CuEq in VKS25-025. The company also announced an agreement with Oak Hill Financial for investor engagement and DTC eligibility for its common shares.

Reasoning: The document reports significant visual sulphide mineralization over a 3 km step-out at Kraken Main, suggesting substantial exploration potential, which is a positive development. However, the lack of assay results for these new intercepts and the moderate grades from extended historical holes temper the immediate impact. The corporate updates are neutral to positive.

Positive factors

  • Step-out drilling intersected visual sulphides over 3 km, indicating large-scale potential
  • Broad sulphide-bearing intervals observed in multiple holes
  • Semi-massive sulphides identified in step-out holes
  • Sulphides begin at bedrock and remain open at depth
  • QA/QC procedures are disclosed and lab is accredited
  • Qualified Person has reviewed and approved technical disclosure
  • Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals

Negative factors

  • Visual sulphide intercepts lack assay results, reducing immediate impact
  • True thicknesses of reported intervals are not yet known
  • One hole (VKS26-055) did not reach its intended target depth
  • New assay results for VKS25-025 extension show moderate CuEq grade, below prior best grades for the project
  • Many new assay results are below the project's average grades for nickel, copper, and cobalt

Facts used in scoring: 89

Classification and evidence

Step-Out Extensionpositive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The document reports 3 km of step-out drilling along the southern part of the Main Zone.

Evidence · text

“3 km of step-out drilling:All eight successfully drilled holes intersected visually identified patchy net textured sulphides along the southern 3 km of Kraken Main.”

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 QA/QC section mentioning certified lab, standards, blanks, and check assays.

Evidence · text

“QA/QC On receipt from the drill site BTW-sized drill core was systematically logged for geological attributes, photographed and sampled at Viridian’s Core Shack at Kraken Camp. Sample lengths as small as 0.30 m were used to isolate features of interest, but most samples within moderate to strong mineralization were 0.5-1.0 m in length. Core was cut in half lengthwise along a pre-determined line, with one half (same half, consistently, dictated by cut line where present) collected for analysis and one half stored as a record. Standard reference materials and blanks were inserted by Viridian personnel at regular intervals into the sample stream. Bagged samples were sealed with security tags to ensure integrity during transport. They were delivered by expeditor to Activation Labs’ facility in Ancaster, ON. Activation Labs is independent of Viridian and accredited to ISO/IEC 17025. Samples were dried, crushed (< 7 kg) up to 80% passing 2 mm using riffle split (250 g) and pulverized to 95% passing 105 µm (code RX1). A four-acid near-total digest with an inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES) finish was used for 35-element analysis on 25 g sample pulps (code 1F2). Samples that were over the analyses limit for Co, Cu and Ni were reanalyzed using sodium peroxide fusion ICP (code 8-peroxide).”

QP/CP Signedpositive · Story-specific tag

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

Why it applies: Tyrell Sutherland, P.Geo, President and CEO of Viridian Metals, is stated as a Qualified Person and has reviewed and approved the technical disclosure.

Evidence · text

“Tyrell Sutherland, P.Geo, President and CEO of Viridian Metals, who is a Qualified Person as defined in National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed and approved the technical disclosure contained in this news release.”

Apparent Width Onlynegative

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

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that reported intervals represent downhole lengths and true thicknesses are not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported intervals represent downhole lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”

Cut-off Disclosedpositive · Story-specific tag

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: The cut-off grade of 0.1% CuEq with 1.5m internal dilution is explicitly stated for interval calculation.

Evidence · text

“Intercepts are calculated using a 0.1% CuEq¹ cut-off grade corresponding to approximately $10USD NSR with no more than 1.5 m of internal dilution.”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 89. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (89)

VKS25-024eKraken Main ZoneHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024e
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Hole Depth
51.15 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Collar data for a historical hole.

Evidence · table

“VKS25-024e”

Context: 51.15

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

VKS26-052Kraken Main ZoneView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Hole Depth
30.65 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Collar data for a new hole.

Evidence · table

“VKS26-052”

Context: 30.65

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

VKS26-053Kraken Main ZoneView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-053
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Hole Depth
11.1 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446019
Northing
6020362
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
100 °
Dip
77 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Collar data for a new hole.

Evidence · table

“VKS26-053”

Context: 11.10

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

VKS26-054Kraken Main ZoneView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Hole Depth
30.9 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Collar data for a new hole.

Evidence · table

“VKS26-054”

Context: 30.90

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

VKS26-055Kraken Main ZoneView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-055
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Hole Depth
48.15 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446017
Northing
6020363
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Collar data for a new hole.

Evidence · table

“VKS26-055”

Context: 48.15

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

VKS25-025eKraken Main ZoneView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-025e
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Hole Depth
44.05 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446039
Northing
6020656
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
105 °
Dip
70 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Collar data for an extended historical hole.

Evidence · table

“VKS25-025e”

Context: 44.05

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

VKS25-024Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.19Grade Unit: %Intercept: 50.15 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.19
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
50.15 m
From
1 m
To
51.15 m
Hole Depth
51.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-024:1-51.15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.68
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical copper intercept with moderate grade over a significant downhole length, but true thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.19”

Context: 50.15

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 50.15m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-024Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: %Intercept: 50.15 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
50.15 m
From
1 m
To
51.15 m
Hole Depth
51.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-024:1-51.15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.68
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical nickel intercept with moderate grade over a significant downhole length, but true thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 50.15

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 50.15m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-024Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.04Grade Unit: %Intercept: 50.15 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
50.15 m
From
1 m
To
51.15 m
Hole Depth
51.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-024:1-51.15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.68
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical cobalt intercept with moderate grade over a significant downhole length, but true thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 50.15

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 50.15m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-024Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.33Grade Unit: %Intercept: 18.8 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
18.8 m
From
12.2 m
To
31 m
Hole Depth
51.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-024:12.2-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.12
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical copper intercept with moderate grade over a significant downhole length, but true thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.33”

Context: 18.8

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 18.8m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-024Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.43Grade Unit: %Intercept: 18.8 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.43
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
18.8 m
From
12.2 m
To
31 m
Hole Depth
51.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-024:12.2-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.12
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical nickel intercept with moderate grade over a significant downhole length, but true thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.43”

Context: 18.8

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 18.8m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-024Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 18.8 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
18.8 m
From
12.2 m
To
31 m
Hole Depth
51.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-024:12.2-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.12
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical cobalt intercept with moderate grade over a significant downhole length, but true thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 18.8

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 18.8m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-024Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 11.6 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
11.6 m
From
19.4 m
To
31 m
Hole Depth
51.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-024:19.4-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.28
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical copper intercept with moderate grade over a significant downhole length, but true thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.3”

Context: 11.6

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 11.6m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-024Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 11.6 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
11.6 m
From
19.4 m
To
31 m
Hole Depth
51.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-024:19.4-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.28
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical nickel intercept with moderate grade over a significant downhole length, but true thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: 11.6

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 11.6m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-024Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 11.6 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-024
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
11.6 m
From
19.4 m
To
31 m
Hole Depth
51.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-024:19.4-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446089
Northing
6020685
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
112 °
Dip
68 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.28
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical cobalt intercept with moderate grade over a significant downhole length, but true thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 11.6

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 11.6m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.3 m
From
0.7 m
To
3 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:0.7-3
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

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

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 2.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 2.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.13Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.13
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.3 m
From
0.7 m
To
3 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:0.7-3
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

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

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.13”

Context: 2.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 2.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.03Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.3 m
From
0.7 m
To
3 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:0.7-3
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

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

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average cobalt grade of 0.056%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: 2.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 2.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
7.5 m
From
7.5 m
To
15 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:7.5-15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.18
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 7.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.5m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
7.5 m
From
7.5 m
To
15 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:7.5-15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.18
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 7.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.5m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
7.5 m
From
7.5 m
To
15 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:7.5-15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.18
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average cobalt grade of 0.056%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 7.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.5m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.7 m
From
23 m
To
24.7 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:23-24.7
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.25
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.09”

Context: 1.7

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 1.7m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.7 m
From
23 m
To
24.7 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:23-24.7
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.25
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 1.7

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 1.7m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.7 m
From
23 m
To
24.7 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:23-24.7
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.25
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average cobalt grade of 0.056%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: 1.7

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 1.7m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.12Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.85 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.12
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.85 m
From
26.3 m
To
29.15 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:26.3-29.15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.4
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.12”

Context: 2.85

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 2.85m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.16Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.85 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.85 m
From
26.3 m
To
29.15 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:26.3-29.15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.4
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: 2.85

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 2.85m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-052Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.85 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-052
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.85 m
From
26.3 m
To
29.15 m
Hole Depth
30.65 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-052:26.3-29.15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446027
Northing
6020269
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
Dip
73 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.4
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average cobalt grade of 0.056%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 2.85

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 2.85m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-053Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-053
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.5 m
From
1.5 m
To
5 m
Hole Depth
11.1 m
Intercept Depth
1.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-053:1.5-5
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446019
Northing
6020362
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
100 °
Dip
77 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.21
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 3.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 3.5m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-053Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.08Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-053
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.08
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.5 m
From
1.5 m
To
5 m
Hole Depth
11.1 m
Intercept Depth
1.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-053:1.5-5
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446019
Northing
6020362
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
100 °
Dip
77 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.21
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.08”

Context: 3.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 3.5m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-053Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-053
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.5 m
From
1.5 m
To
5 m
Hole Depth
11.1 m
Intercept Depth
1.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-053:1.5-5
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446019
Northing
6020362
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
100 °
Dip
77 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.21
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average cobalt grade of 0.056%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: 3.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 3.5m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.36
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.3 m
From
0.7 m
To
4 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:0.7-4
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.68
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept with a moderate grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.36”

Context: 3.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 3.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.67Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.67
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.3 m
From
0.7 m
To
4 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:0.7-4
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.68
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept with a strong grade, above the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Positive factors

  • Grade is above the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.67”

Context: 3.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 3.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.3 m
From
0.7 m
To
4 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:0.7-4
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.68
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept with a strong grade, matching the project's best, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Positive factors

  • Grade matches the project's best cobalt grade of 0.11%

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.11”

Context: 3.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 3.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.65Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.65
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
11.7 m
To
13 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:11.7-13
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.18
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept with a strong grade, close to the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Positive factors

  • Grade is close to the project's average copper grade of 0.716%

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.65”

Context: 1.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 1.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.81Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.81
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
11.7 m
To
13 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:11.7-13
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.18
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept with a strong grade, above the project average and close to the best, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Positive factors

  • Grade is above the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%
  • Grade is close to the project's best nickel grade of 0.83%

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.81”

Context: 1.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 1.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
11.7 m
To
13 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:11.7-13
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.18
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept with a strong grade, matching the project's best, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Positive factors

  • Grade matches the project's best cobalt grade of 0.11%

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.11”

Context: 1.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 1.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.44Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.44
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
17.45 m
To
18.75 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:17.45-18.75
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.01
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept with a moderate grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.44”

Context: 1.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 1.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.83Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.83
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
17.45 m
To
18.75 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:17.45-18.75
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.01
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept with a strong grade, matching the project's best, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Positive factors

  • Grade is above the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%
  • Grade matches the project's best nickel grade of 0.83%

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.83”

Context: 1.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 1.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
17.45 m
To
18.75 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:17.45-18.75
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.01
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept with a strong grade, matching the project's best, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Positive factors

  • Grade matches the project's best cobalt grade of 0.11%

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.11”

Context: 1.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 1.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.38Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.2 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.38
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6.2 m
From
20.7 m
To
26.9 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:20.7-26.9
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.5
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept with a moderate grade, below the project average, over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.38”

Context: 6.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 6.2m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.57Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.2 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.57
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6.2 m
From
20.7 m
To
26.9 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:20.7-26.9
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.5
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept with a strong grade, above the project average, over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Positive factors

  • Grade is above the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.57”

Context: 6.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 6.2m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-054Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.08Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.2 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-054
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.08
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6.2 m
From
20.7 m
To
26.9 m
Hole Depth
30.9 m
Intercept Depth
0.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS26-054:20.7-26.9
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446139
Northing
6020412
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
102 °
Dip
78 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.5
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept with a strong grade, above the project average, over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Positive factors

  • Grade is above the project's average cobalt grade of 0.056%

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.08”

Context: 6.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 6.2m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-025Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 23.05 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-025
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
23.05 m
From
21 m
To
44.05 m
Hole Depth
44.05 m
Intercept Depth
21 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-025:21-44.05
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446039
Northing
6020656
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
105 °
Dip
70 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.24
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept from an extended historical hole with a low grade, below the project average, over a significant downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 23.05

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 23.05m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-025Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: %Intercept: 23.05 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-025
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
23.05 m
From
21 m
To
44.05 m
Hole Depth
44.05 m
Intercept Depth
21 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-025:21-44.05
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446039
Northing
6020656
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
105 °
Dip
70 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.24
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept from an extended historical hole with a low grade, below the project average, over a significant downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.09”

Context: 23.05

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 23.05m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-025Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 23.05 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-025
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
23.05 m
From
21 m
To
44.05 m
Hole Depth
44.05 m
Intercept Depth
21 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-025:21-44.05
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446039
Northing
6020656
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
105 °
Dip
70 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.24
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept from an extended historical hole with a low grade, below the project average, over a significant downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average cobalt grade of 0.056%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 23.05

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 23.05m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-055Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-055
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3 m
From
1 m
To
4 m
Hole Depth
48.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-055:1-4
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446017
Northing
6020363
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.2
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New copper intercept from a partial hole with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average copper grade of 0.716%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 3.0

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 3.0m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-055Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-055
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3 m
From
1 m
To
4 m
Hole Depth
48.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-055:1-4
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446017
Northing
6020363
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.2
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New nickel intercept from a partial hole with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average nickel grade of 0.381%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 3.0

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 3.0m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS25-055Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS25-055
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3 m
From
1 m
To
4 m
Hole Depth
48.15 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
VKS25-055:1-4
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
446017
Northing
6020363
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Azimuth
90 °
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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.2
Metal Eq. Unit
%
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: New cobalt intercept from a partial hole with a low grade, below the project average, over a narrow downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • Grade is below the project's average cobalt grade of 0.056%
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: 3.0

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 3.0m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths and should not be interpreted as true thickness.”
VKS26-063Kraken Main ZoneIntercept: 47.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-063
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Intercept
47.3 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Significant visual sulphide intercept over a broad downhole length in a new step-out area, indicating strong exploration potential, but assays are pending.

Positive factors

  • Broad sulphide-bearing interval of 47.3 metres
  • Part of a 3 km step-out drilling program, indicating significant scale potential

Negative factors

  • Visual sulphides are not confirmed by laboratory assays
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“VKS26-063 intersected 47.3 metres of patchy net-textured sulphides”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: This intercept is part of the 3 km of step-out drilling along Kraken Main.

Evidence · text

“3 km of step-out drilling:All eight successfully drilled holes intersected visually identified patchy net textured sulphides along the southern 3 km of Kraken Main.”

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 47.3m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
VKS26-065Kraken Main ZoneIntercept: 41.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-065
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Intercept
41.8 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Significant visual sulphide intercept over a broad downhole length in a new step-out area, indicating strong exploration potential, but assays are pending.

Positive factors

  • Broad sulphide-bearing interval of 41.8 metres
  • Part of a 3 km step-out drilling program, indicating significant scale potential

Negative factors

  • Visual sulphides are not confirmed by laboratory assays
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“VKS26-065 intersected 41.8 metres”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: This intercept is part of the 3 km of step-out drilling along Kraken Main.

Evidence · text

“3 km of step-out drilling:All eight successfully drilled holes intersected visually identified patchy net textured sulphides along the southern 3 km of Kraken Main.”

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 41.8m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
VKS26-062Kraken Main ZoneIntercept: 7.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-062
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Intercept
7.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Significant visual semi-massive sulphide intercept over a moderate downhole length in a new step-out area, indicating strong exploration potential, but assays are pending.

Positive factors

  • Semi-massive sulphides observed over 7.7 metres
  • Part of a 3 km step-out drilling program, indicating significant scale potential

Negative factors

  • Visual sulphides are not confirmed by laboratory assays
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“VKS26-062 and VKS26-060 intersected 7.7 metres and 6.7m of semi-massive sulphides”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: This intercept is part of the 3 km of step-out drilling along Kraken Main.

Evidence · text

“3 km of step-out drilling:All eight successfully drilled holes intersected visually identified patchy net textured sulphides along the southern 3 km of Kraken Main.”

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.7m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
VKS26-059Kraken Main ZoneIntercept: 28 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-059
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Intercept
28 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Significant visual sulphide intercept over a broad downhole length in a new step-out area, indicating strong exploration potential, but assays are pending.

Positive factors

  • Broad sulphide-bearing interval of 28.0 metres
  • Part of a 3 km step-out drilling program, indicating significant scale potential

Negative factors

  • Visual sulphides are not confirmed by laboratory assays
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“VKS26-059 intersected 28.0 metres”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: This intercept is part of the 3 km of step-out drilling along Kraken Main.

Evidence · text

“3 km of step-out drilling:All eight successfully drilled holes intersected visually identified patchy net textured sulphides along the southern 3 km of Kraken Main.”

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 28.0m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
VKS26-060Kraken Main ZoneIntercept: 6.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
VKS26-060
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Intercept
6.7 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Significant visual semi-massive sulphide intercept over a moderate downhole length in a new step-out area, indicating strong exploration potential, but assays are pending.

Positive factors

  • Semi-massive sulphides observed over 6.7 metres
  • Part of a 3 km step-out drilling program, indicating significant scale potential

Negative factors

  • Visual sulphides are not confirmed by laboratory assays
  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“VKS26-062 and VKS26-060 intersected 7.7 metres and 6.7m of semi-massive sulphides”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

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

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: This intercept is part of the 3 km of step-out drilling along Kraken Main.

Evidence · text

“3 km of step-out drilling:All eight successfully drilled holes intersected visually identified patchy net textured sulphides along the southern 3 km of Kraken Main.”

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 6.7m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
Fact 54Venus target · nickelGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.55 mHistorical resultNeeds review: drill_no_hole_idView all details
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Identity

Project
Venus target
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
7.55 m
From
0 m
To
7.55 m
Intercept Depth
0 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
a hole drilled in 2023:0.0-7.55
Mining Method
unknown

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
drill_no_hole_id
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-09-23T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical nickel intercept with moderate grade over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“7.55 metres @ 0.4% Ni”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.55m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
Fact 55Venus target · copperGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.55 mHistorical resultNeeds review: drill_no_hole_idView all details
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Identity

Project
Venus target
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
7.55 m
From
0 m
To
7.55 m
Intercept Depth
0 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
a hole drilled in 2023:0.0-7.55
Mining Method
unknown

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
drill_no_hole_id
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-09-23T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical copper intercept with moderate grade over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“0.2% Cu”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.55m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
Fact 56Venus target · cobaltGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.55 mHistorical resultNeeds review: drill_no_hole_idView all details
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Identity

Project
Venus target
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
7.55 m
From
0 m
To
7.55 m
Intercept Depth
0 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
a hole drilled in 2023:0.0-7.55
Mining Method
unknown

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
drill_no_hole_id
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-09-23T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical cobalt intercept with moderate grade over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“0.05% Co”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.55m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
Fact 57Venus target · platinumGrade: 0.76Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.55 mHistorical resultNeeds review: drill_no_hole_idView all details
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Identity

Project
Venus target
Commodity
platinum
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.76
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7.55 m
From
0 m
To
7.55 m
Intercept Depth
0 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
a hole drilled in 2023:0.0-7.55
Mining Method
unknown

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
drill_no_hole_id
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-09-23T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical platinum intercept with moderate grade over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“0.76g/t platinum”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.55m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
Fact 58Venus target · palladiumGrade: 0.33Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.55 mHistorical resultNeeds review: drill_no_hole_idView all details
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Identity

Project
Venus target
Commodity
palladium
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7.55 m
From
0 m
To
7.55 m
Intercept Depth
0 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
a hole drilled in 2023:0.0-7.55
Mining Method
unknown

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
drill_no_hole_id
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-09-23T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical palladium intercept with moderate grade over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“0.33g/t palladium”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.55m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
Fact 59Venus target · goldGrade: 0.45Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.55 mHistorical resultNeeds review: drill_no_hole_idView all details
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Identity

Project
Venus target
Commodity
gold
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.45
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7.55 m
From
0 m
To
7.55 m
Intercept Depth
0 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
a hole drilled in 2023:0.0-7.55
Mining Method
unknown

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.1
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
1.5 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
drill_no_hole_id
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-09-23T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Historical gold intercept with moderate grade over a moderate downhole length. True thickness is unknown.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is not known for this intercept

Evidence · text

“0.45g/t gold”

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

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Rejected tags

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

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

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

Reason: The reported interval length of 7.55m is a downhole length, and true thickness is not yet known.

Evidence · text

“Reported interval lengths represent downhole core lengths; true thicknesses are not yet known.”
_including_Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.33Grade Unit: %Intercept: 18.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
_including_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
18.8 m
From
12.2 m
To
31 m
Intercept Depth
12.2 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_including_:12.2-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.33 % copper is weak against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 6.2 %·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

“0.33”

Context: _including_

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

_including_Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.43Grade Unit: %Intercept: 18.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
_including_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.43
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
18.8 m
From
12.2 m
To
31 m
Intercept Depth
12.2 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_including_:12.2-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.43 % nickel is weak against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

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

Evidence · table

“0.43”

Context: _including_

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

_including_Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 18.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
_including_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
18.8 m
From
12.2 m
To
31 m
Intercept Depth
12.2 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_including_:12.2-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.06 % cobalt is below against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.06 % cobalt is below the weak threshold (0.08 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: _including_

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

_including_Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 11.6 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_including_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
11.6 m
From
19.4 m
To
31 m
Intercept Depth
19.4 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_including_:19.4-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.3 % copper is weak against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 3.5 %·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

“0.3”

Context: _including_

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

_including_Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 11.6 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_including_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
11.6 m
From
19.4 m
To
31 m
Intercept Depth
19.4 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_including_:19.4-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.5 % nickel is weak against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

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

Evidence · table

“0.5”

Context: _including_

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

_including_Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 11.6 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_including_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
11.6 m
From
19.4 m
To
31 m
Intercept Depth
19.4 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_including_:19.4-31
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % cobalt is below against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.07 % cobalt is below the weak threshold (0.08 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: _including_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
7.5 m
From
7.5 m
To
15 m
Intercept Depth
7.5 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:7.5-15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.06 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.4 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.06 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
7.5 m
From
7.5 m
To
15 m
Intercept Depth
7.5 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:7.5-15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.06 % nickel is below against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.06 % nickel is below the weak threshold (0.3 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
7.5 m
From
7.5 m
To
15 m
Intercept Depth
7.5 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:7.5-15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % cobalt is below against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.01 % cobalt is below the weak threshold (0.08 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.7 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.7 m
From
23 m
To
24.7 m
Intercept Depth
23 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:23-24.7
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.09 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.09 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.09”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.7 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.7 m
From
23 m
To
24.7 m
Intercept Depth
23 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:23-24.7
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % nickel is below against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.07 % nickel is below the weak threshold (0.3 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.7 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.7 m
From
23 m
To
24.7 m
Intercept Depth
23 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:23-24.7
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.02 % cobalt is below against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.02 % cobalt is below the weak threshold (0.08 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.12Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.85 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.12
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.85 m
From
26.3 m
To
29.15 m
Intercept Depth
26.3 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:26.3-29.15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.12 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.3 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.12 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.12”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.16Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.85 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.85 m
From
26.3 m
To
29.15 m
Intercept Depth
26.3 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:26.3-29.15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.16 % nickel is below against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.16 % nickel is below the weak threshold (0.3 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.85 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.85 m
From
26.3 m
To
29.15 m
Intercept Depth
26.3 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:26.3-29.15
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % cobalt is below against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.01 % cobalt is below the weak threshold (0.08 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.65Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.65
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
11.7 m
To
13 m
Intercept Depth
11.7 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:11.7-13
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.65 % copper is moderate against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.8 %·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

“0.65”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.81Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.81
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
11.7 m
To
13 m
Intercept Depth
11.7 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:11.7-13
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.81 % nickel is moderate against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

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

Evidence · table

“0.81”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
11.7 m
To
13 m
Intercept Depth
11.7 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:11.7-13
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.11 % cobalt is weak against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

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

Evidence · table

“0.11”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.44Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.44
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
17.45 m
To
18.75 m
Intercept Depth
17.45 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:17.45-18.75
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.44 % copper is weak against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.6 %·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

“0.44”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.83Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.83
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
17.45 m
To
18.75 m
Intercept Depth
17.45 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:17.45-18.75
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.83 % nickel is moderate against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

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

Evidence · table

“0.83”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.3 m
From
17.45 m
To
18.75 m
Intercept Depth
17.45 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:17.45-18.75
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.11 % cobalt is weak against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

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

Evidence · table

“0.11”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.38Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.38
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6.2 m
From
20.7 m
To
26.9 m
Intercept Depth
20.7 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:20.7-26.9
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.38 % copper is weak against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 2.4 %·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

“0.38”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.57Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.2 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.57
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6.2 m
From
20.7 m
To
26.9 m
Intercept Depth
20.7 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:20.7-26.9
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.57 % nickel is weak against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

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

Evidence · table

“0.57”

Context: _and_

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

_and_Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.08Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.2 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
_and_
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.08
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6.2 m
From
20.7 m
To
26.9 m
Intercept Depth
20.7 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
_and_:20.7-26.9
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Location
Main Zone
CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N
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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.08 % cobalt is weak against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

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

Evidence · table

“0.08”

Context: _and_

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

**VKS25-025**Kraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 23.05 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
**VKS25-025**
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
23.05 m
From
21 m
To
44.05 m
Intercept Depth
21 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
**VKS25-025**:21-44.05
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N

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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 1.6 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.07 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“**0.07**”

Context: **VKS25-025**

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

**VKS25-025**Kraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: %Intercept: 23.05 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
**VKS25-025**
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
23.05 m
From
21 m
To
44.05 m
Intercept Depth
21 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
**VKS25-025**:21-44.05
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N

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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.09 % nickel is below against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.09 % nickel is below the weak threshold (0.3 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“**0.09**”

Context: **VKS25-025**

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

**VKS25-025**Kraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 23.05 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
**VKS25-025**
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
23.05 m
From
21 m
To
44.05 m
Intercept Depth
21 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
**VKS25-025**:21-44.05
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N

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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % cobalt is below against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.01 % cobalt is below the weak threshold (0.08 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“**0.01**”

Context: **VKS25-025**

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

**VKS25-055 **partialKraken Main Zone · copperGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
**VKS25-055 **partial
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
copper
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3 m
From
1 m
To
4 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
**VKS25-055 **partial:1-4
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N

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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.07 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“**0.07**”

Context: **VKS25-055 **partial

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

**VKS25-055 **partialKraken Main Zone · nickelGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
**VKS25-055 **partial
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
nickel
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3 m
From
1 m
To
4 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
**VKS25-055 **partial:1-4
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N

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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % nickel is below against the default band [3, 1.5, 0.8, 0.3] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.07 % nickel is below the weak threshold (0.3 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“**0.07**”

Context: **VKS25-055 **partial

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

**VKS25-055 **partialKraken Main Zone · cobaltGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
**VKS25-055 **partial
Project
Kraken Main Zone
Commodity
cobalt
Region
labrador
Reported Region
labrador
Ticker
VRDN.CN

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3 m
From
1 m
To
4 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
**VKS25-055 **partial:1-4
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
NAD83 / UTM Zone 20N

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

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % cobalt is below against the default band [0.5, 0.3, 0.15, 0.08] %.

Negative factors

  • 0.01 % cobalt is below the weak threshold (0.08 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“**0.01**”

Context: **VKS25-055 **partial

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

How Atlas produces this analysis

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