# Volta Extends Springer Rare Earth and Gallium System 275 Metres Below Modelled Open Pit, Highlighted by 5.00% TREO in Drill Hole SL26-37

Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/volta-extends-springer-rare-earth-and-gallium-system-275-metres-below-modelled-o--8b29f4fb-855f-4c24-9b4d-c8e847f08478

Original source: https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/312700/Volta-Extends-Springer-Rare-Earth-and-Gallium-System-275-Metres-Below-Modelled-Open-Pit-Highlighted-by-5.00-TREO-in-Drill-Hole-SL2637

Publisher: newsfile

Original announcement: 2026-09-03T10:00:00.000Z

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published: Unknown date

Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date

- Company: Volta Metals Ltd.

- Ticker: VLTA

- Exchange: Unavailable

- Region: Ontario, Canada

- Primary commodity: Rare earth elements

- Secondary commodities: Gallium, Neodymium, Praseodymium, Dysprosium, Terbium, Cerium, Lanthanum

- Document categories: Drill results, Resource update

- Extracted: 2026-09-03 10:04:30 UTC

Narrative sentiment: 0.90 · Bullish

## Minestarters Atlas summary

Volta Metals Ltd. reported drill results from its Springer Rare Earth Element deposit, highlighting significant extensions of mineralization 275 meters below the current conceptual open pit. Drill hole SL26-37 returned a peak assay of 5.001% TREO and 74.1 g/t Ga2O3 over 0.65 meters, within a broader interval of 105.65 meters grading 0.63% TREO. The company plans an updated mineral resource estimate and an initial gallium resource later this year.

Reasoning: Volta Metals announced strong drill results from its Springer project, extending rare earth and gallium mineralization significantly below the current open pit model and confirming high-grade zones. The results include a bonanza 5.001% TREO intercept and continuous mineralization over long intervals, indicating strong growth potential ahead of an updated resource estimate.

- Positive factor: Significant extension of mineralization below current open pit model

- Positive factor: High-grade TREO intercept \(5.001% TREO\) in SL26-37

- Positive factor: Continuous rare earth and gallium mineralization over long intervals

- Positive factor: Confirmation of near-surface mineralization and continuity at depth

- Positive factor: Upcoming updated resource estimate incorporating new drilling

- Negative factor: True width of mineralization is unknown

Facts used in scoring: 50

## Classification and evidence

**Bonanza Intercept**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: The intercept of 5.001% TREO over 0.65m in SL26-37 is exceptionally high-grade for rare earth elements, well above typical economic thresholds.

Evidence · table

> 5.001

Context: 0.65

**Step-Out Extension**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: Drill hole SL26-37 extends rare earth and gallium mineralization approximately 275 m below the current conceptual open pit, expanding the known mineralized footprint.

Evidence · text

> SL26-37 extends rare earth and gallium mineralization approximately 275 m below the current conceptual open pit

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: The release details a strict QA/QC protocol including insertion of standards, blanks, and duplicates, analysis by an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited lab \(SRC\), and review by a Qualified Person.

Evidence · text

> Volta implemented a strict QA/QC protocol in processing all rock samples collected from the diamond drill core obtained from the Springer property. The protocol included inserting reference materials, in this case high-concentration and low-concentration certified rare earth element and gallium standards, blanks, and drill core duplicates, to validate the accuracy and precision of the assay results. All collected rock core samples were cut in half by a rock saw, placed in sturdy plastic bags and zip-tied shut while under the supervision of a professional geologist. The remaining half core was returned to the core box, which is stored on the Property. The samples were shipped from Volta's core shack in Sturgeon Falls to the SRC's facility in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, using the Manitoulin Transport freight shipping company. The drill core samples were analyzed at SRC using Lithium metaborate fusion with subsequent analysis by ICP-MS. SRC holds ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation from the Standards Council of Canada \("SCC"\). Syenite standard SY-5 from Natural Resources Canada was inserted by SRC in the sample stream for every 20 drill core samples. Standard SY-5 passed within two standard deviations for rare earth elements \(La to Lu\) and Ga. All internal standards and duplicates, and all external blanks, standards and core duplicates, passed a Quality Control review by the Qualified Person.

**Apparent Width Only**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'True thickness/width of mineralization is unknown; intervals are reported as downhole core lengths'.

Evidence · text

> True thickness/width of mineralization is unknown; intervals are reported as downhole core lengths.

**Infill Drilling**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: Drill hole SL26-39 is described as an 'infill definition drill hole' situated entirely within the current mineral resource shell.

Evidence · text

> Drilled as an infill definition drill hole between SL12-18 and SL25-26, SL26-39 is situated entirely within the current mineral resource shell and conceptual open pit

**Resource Update**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: The company is targeting completion of an updated mineral resource estimate for the Springer deposit by late 2026, incorporating the new drilling.

Evidence · text

> Following receipt of all 2026 assay results, Volta is targeting completion of an updated mineral resource estimate for the Springer deposit by late 2026.

**Maiden Resource**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: First formal MRE for the project — establishes baseline but typically exploration-stage with high Inferred component.

Why it applies: The company is targeting an 'initial gallium mineral resource estimate', which would be the first gallium resource declared for the Property.

Evidence · text

> the first is an initial gallium mineral resource estimate, which would be the first gallium resource declared for the Property.

## Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 50. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

## Drill Results (50)

### SL26-37

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.407
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 414 m
- From: 6 m
- To: 420 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:6.0-420.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept of 414 meters with a moderate TREO grade indicates significant and continuous mineralization, contributing positively to the overall resource potential.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization

- Positive factor: Moderate grade for rare earth elements

Evidence · table

> 0.407

Context: 414.00

### SL26-37

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 35
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 414 m
- From: 6 m
- To: 420 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:6.0-420.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept of 414 meters with a reported gallium grade indicates significant and continuous mineralization, supporting the potential for an initial gallium resource.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization

- Positive factor: Gallium mineralization present over the entire interval

Evidence · table

> 35.0

Context: 414.00

### SL26-37

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.066
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 4.25 m
- From: 85.5 m
- To: 89.75 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:85.5-89.75
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong TREO grade over a moderate width, indicating a higher-grade zone within the broader mineralization.

- Positive factor: Strong TREO grade for the deposit type

Evidence · table

> 1.066

Context: 4.25

### SL26-37

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 45.3
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 4.25 m
- From: 85.5 m
- To: 89.75 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:85.5-89.75
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gallium grade over a moderate width, indicating a higher-grade zone for gallium within the broader mineralization.

- Positive factor: Strong gallium grade for the deposit type

Evidence · table

> 45.3

Context: 4.25

### SL26-37

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.574
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 140 m
- From: 267 m
- To: 407 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:267.0-407.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A long intercept at depth with a moderate TREO grade indicates significant mineralization extending below the conceptual open pit, which is a positive for resource expansion.

- Positive factor: Long intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization at depth

- Positive factor: Moderate TREO grade

Evidence · table

> 0.574

Context: 140.00

### SL26-37

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 35.1
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 140 m
- From: 267 m
- To: 407 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:267.0-407.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A long intercept at depth with a reported gallium grade indicates significant mineralization extending below the conceptual open pit, supporting future resource potential.

- Positive factor: Long intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization at depth

- Positive factor: Gallium mineralization present

Evidence · table

> 35.1

Context: 140.00

### SL26-37

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.629
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 105.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 407 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-407.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This long intercept with a good TREO grade at significant depth demonstrates the strengthening of mineralization with depth, which is a very positive indicator for resource growth.

- Positive factor: Long intercept length with good TREO grade at depth

- Positive factor: Mineralization strengthened with depth

Evidence · table

> 0.629

Context: 105.65

### SL26-37

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 33.7
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 105.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 407 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-407.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This long intercept with a good gallium grade at significant depth demonstrates continuous gallium mineralization, which is a positive indicator for resource growth.

- Positive factor: Long intercept length with good gallium grade at depth

- Positive factor: Gallium mineralization present

Evidence · table

> 33.7

Context: 105.65

### SL26-37

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 5.001
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 0.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 302 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-302.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept represents a bonanza grade for TREO, significantly exceeding typical grades and indicating the presence of very high-grade zones within the deposit, which is highly material.

- Positive factor: Exceptional TREO grade \(5.001%\)

- Positive factor: Highest grade reported in the release

- Positive factor: Indicates presence of very high-grade zones

Evidence · table

> 5.001

Context: 0.65

### SL26-37

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 74.1
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 0.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 302 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-302.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept represents a bonanza grade for gallium, significantly exceeding typical grades and indicating the presence of very high-grade zones for gallium within the deposit, which is highly material.

- Positive factor: Exceptional gallium grade \(74.1 g/t\)

- Positive factor: Highest gallium grade reported in the release

- Positive factor: Indicates presence of very high-grade zones for gallium

Evidence · table

> 74.1

Context: 0.65

### SL26-37

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Springer · neodymium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: neodymium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 9366
- Grade Unit: g/t Nd2O3
- Intercept: 0.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 302 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-302.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The exceptionally high concentration of neodymium oxide in this interval is a significant positive, as neodymium is a critical magnet rare earth element.

- Positive factor: Exceptionally high concentration of a key magnet rare earth element

- Positive factor: High-grade intercept

Evidence · text

> 9,366 g/t neodymium oxide \(Nd₂O₃\)

### SL26-37

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Springer · praseodymium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: praseodymium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2549
- Grade Unit: g/t Pr6O11
- Intercept: 0.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 302 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-302.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The exceptionally high concentration of praseodymium oxide in this interval is a significant positive, as praseodymium is a critical magnet rare earth element.

- Positive factor: Exceptionally high concentration of a key magnet rare earth element

- Positive factor: High-grade intercept

Evidence · text

> 2,549 g/t praseodymium oxide \(Pr₆O₁₁\)

### SL26-37

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Springer · dysprosium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: dysprosium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 96
- Grade Unit: g/t Dy2O3
- Intercept: 0.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 302 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-302.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The high concentration of dysprosium oxide in this interval is a positive, as dysprosium is a critical magnet rare earth element.

- Positive factor: High concentration of a key magnet rare earth element

Evidence · text

> 96 g/t dysprosium oxide \(Dy₂O₃\)

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Springer · terbium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: terbium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 32
- Grade Unit: g/t Tb4O7
- Intercept: 0.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 302 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-302.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The high concentration of terbium oxide in this interval is a positive, as terbium is a critical magnet rare earth element.

- Positive factor: High concentration of a key magnet rare earth element

Evidence · text

> 32 g/t terbium oxide \(Tb₄O₇\)

### SL26-37

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Springer · cerium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: cerium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.41
- Grade Unit: % CeO2
- Intercept: 0.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 302 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-302.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The high concentration of cerium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth endowment of this high-grade interval.

- Positive factor: High concentration of cerium oxide

Evidence · text

> 2.41% cerium oxide \(CeO₂\)

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Springer · lanthanum

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: lanthanum
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.2
- Grade Unit: % La2O3
- Intercept: 0.65 m
- From: 301.35 m
- To: 302 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:301.35-302.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The high concentration of lanthanum oxide contributes to the overall rare earth endowment of this high-grade interval.

- Positive factor: High concentration of lanthanum oxide

Evidence · text

> 1.20% lanthanum oxide \(La₂O₃\)

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.178
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 25 m
- From: 382 m
- To: 407 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:382.0-407.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong TREO grade over a good width at significant depth, contributing to the overall positive outlook for the deposit.

- Positive factor: Strong TREO grade over a good width at depth

Evidence · table

> 1.178

Context: 25.00

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 42.2
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 25 m
- From: 382 m
- To: 407 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:382.0-407.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good gallium grade over a good width at significant depth, contributing to the overall positive outlook for gallium mineralization.

- Positive factor: Good gallium grade over a good width at depth

Evidence · table

> 42.2

Context: 25.00

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.767
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 4 m
- From: 382.5 m
- To: 386.5 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:382.5-386.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a very strong TREO grade over a moderate width, indicating a high-grade zone within the deeper mineralization.

- Positive factor: Very strong TREO grade over a moderate width

Evidence · table

> 1.767

Context: 4.00

### SL26-37

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 36.6
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 4 m
- From: 382.5 m
- To: 386.5 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:382.5-386.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good gallium grade over a moderate width, indicating a high-grade zone for gallium within the deeper mineralization.

- Positive factor: Good gallium grade over a moderate width

Evidence · table

> 36.6

Context: 4.00

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.463
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 8.75 m
- From: 398.25 m
- To: 407 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:398.25-407.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong TREO grade over a good width near the bottom of the hole, indicating continued high-grade mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Strong TREO grade over a good width at the bottom of the hole

Evidence · table

> 1.463

Context: 8.75

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-37
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 51.5
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 8.75 m
- From: 398.25 m
- To: 407 m
- Hole Depth: 420 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-37:398.25-407.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580769.27
- Northing: 5143427.36
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 250.05 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -85 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gallium grade over a good width near the bottom of the hole, indicating continued high-grade gallium mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Strong gallium grade over a good width at the bottom of the hole

Evidence · table

> 51.5

Context: 8.75

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.417
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 417.5 m
- From: 5.5 m
- To: 423 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:5.5-423.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with moderate TREO grade from near surface to depth confirms continuous mineralization within the resource shell, which is positive for resource definition.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization from near surface to depth

- Positive factor: Moderate TREO grade

Evidence · table

> 0.417

Context: 417.50

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 38.4
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 417.5 m
- From: 5.5 m
- To: 423 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:5.5-423.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with reported gallium grade from near surface to depth confirms continuous gallium mineralization within the resource shell, which is positive for resource definition.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous gallium mineralization from near surface to depth

Evidence · table

> 38.4

Context: 417.50

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.617
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 72.5 m
- From: 5.5 m
- To: 78 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:5.5-78.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This long intercept with a good TREO grade near surface confirms strong mineralization in the upper part of the deposit, which is favorable for open pit mining.

- Positive factor: Long intercept length with good TREO grade near surface

Evidence · table

> 0.617

Context: 72.50

### SL26-39

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 45.6
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 72.5 m
- From: 5.5 m
- To: 78 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:5.5-78.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This long intercept with a good gallium grade near surface confirms strong gallium mineralization in the upper part of the deposit, which is favorable for open pit mining.

- Positive factor: Long intercept length with good gallium grade near surface

Evidence · table

> 45.6

Context: 72.50

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.731
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 35 m
- From: 5.5 m
- To: 40.5 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:5.5-40.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good TREO grade over a significant width near surface, reinforcing the near-surface mineralization potential.

- Positive factor: Good TREO grade over a significant width near surface

Evidence · table

> 0.731

Context: 35.00

### SL26-39

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 40.7
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 35 m
- From: 5.5 m
- To: 40.5 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:5.5-40.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good gallium grade over a significant width near surface, reinforcing the near-surface gallium mineralization potential.

- Positive factor: Good gallium grade over a significant width near surface

Evidence · table

> 40.7

Context: 35.00

### SL26-39

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.313
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- From: 17 m
- To: 18.1 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:17.0-18.1
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows an exceptional TREO grade near surface, indicating a high-grade zone that could be amenable to early mining.

- Positive factor: Exceptional TREO grade near surface

Evidence · table

> 3.313

Context: 1.10

### SL26-39

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 56.2
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 1.1 m
- From: 17 m
- To: 18.1 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:17.0-18.1
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gallium grade near surface, indicating a high-grade zone for gallium that could be amenable to early mining.

- Positive factor: Strong gallium grade near surface

Evidence · table

> 56.2

Context: 1.10

### SL26-39

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.352
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 2 m
- From: 70.3 m
- To: 72.3 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:70.3-72.3
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong TREO grade near surface, indicating a high-grade zone that could be amenable to early mining.

- Positive factor: Strong TREO grade near surface

Evidence · table

> 2.352

Context: 2.00

### SL26-39

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 57.5
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 2 m
- From: 70.3 m
- To: 72.3 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:70.3-72.3
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gallium grade near surface, indicating a high-grade zone for gallium that could be amenable to early mining.

- Positive factor: Strong gallium grade near surface

Evidence · table

> 57.5

Context: 2.00

### SL26-39

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.679
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 88.5 m
- From: 231 m
- To: 319.5 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:231.0-319.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This long intercept with a good TREO grade at depth confirms continuous mineralization within the resource shell, which is positive for resource definition.

- Positive factor: Long intercept length with good TREO grade at depth

Evidence · table

> 0.679

Context: 88.50

### SL26-39

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 39.1
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 88.5 m
- From: 231 m
- To: 319.5 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:231.0-319.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This long intercept with a good gallium grade at depth confirms continuous gallium mineralization within the resource shell, which is positive for resource definition.

- Positive factor: Long intercept length with good gallium grade at depth

Evidence · table

> 39.1

Context: 88.50

### SL26-39

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.756
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- From: 231 m
- To: 232.5 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:231.0-232.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong TREO grade at depth, indicating a high-grade zone within the deeper mineralization.

- Positive factor: Strong TREO grade at depth

Evidence · table

> 2.756

Context: 1.50

### SL26-39

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 61.7
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 1.5 m
- From: 231 m
- To: 232.5 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:231.0-232.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gallium grade at depth, indicating a high-grade zone for gallium within the deeper mineralization.

- Positive factor: Strong gallium grade at depth

Evidence · table

> 61.7

Context: 1.50

### SL26-39

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.914
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 37.4 m
- From: 251.5 m
- To: 288.9 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:251.5-288.9
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good TREO grade over a significant width at depth, contributing to the overall positive outlook for the deposit.

- Positive factor: Good TREO grade over a significant width at depth

Evidence · table

> 0.914

Context: 37.40

### SL26-39

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 40.3
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 37.4 m
- From: 251.5 m
- To: 288.9 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:251.5-288.9
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good gallium grade over a significant width at depth, contributing to the overall positive outlook for gallium mineralization.

- Positive factor: Good gallium grade over a significant width at depth

Evidence · table

> 40.3

Context: 37.40

### SL26-39

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.617
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 4.5 m
- From: 283.5 m
- To: 288 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:283.5-288.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong TREO grade over a moderate width at depth, indicating a high-grade zone within the deeper mineralization.

- Positive factor: Strong TREO grade over a moderate width at depth

Evidence · table

> 1.617

Context: 4.50

### SL26-39

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-39
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 40.5
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 4.5 m
- From: 283.5 m
- To: 288 m
- Hole Depth: 423 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-39:283.5-288.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Easting: 580800.67
- Northing: 5143512.55
- CRS: UTM NAD 83, Zone 17
- Elevation: 247.09 m
- Azimuth: 270 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good gallium grade over a moderate width at depth, indicating a high-grade zone for gallium within the deeper mineralization.

- Positive factor: Good gallium grade over a moderate width at depth

Evidence · table

> 40.5

Context: 4.50

### SL26-27

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-27
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.361
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 264 m
- From: 129 m
- To: 393 m
- Hole Depth: 393 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-27:129.0-393.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with a moderate TREO grade indicates continuous mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization

Evidence · table

> 0.361

Context: 264.0

### SL26-27

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-27
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 45.8
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 264 m
- From: 129 m
- To: 393 m
- Hole Depth: 393 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-27:129.0-393.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with a reported gallium grade indicates continuous gallium mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous gallium mineralization

Evidence · table

> 45.8

Context: 264.0

### SL26-31

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Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-31
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.267
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 399 m
- From: 3 m
- To: 402 m
- Hole Depth: 402 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-31:3.0-402.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with a moderate TREO grade from near surface indicates continuous mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization from near surface

Evidence · table

> 0.267

Context: 399.0

### SL26-31

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Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-31
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 51.8
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 399 m
- From: 3 m
- To: 402 m
- Hole Depth: 402 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-31:3.0-402.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with a good gallium grade from near surface indicates continuous gallium mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous gallium mineralization from near surface

- Positive factor: Good gallium grade

Evidence · table

> 51.8

Context: 399.0

### SL26-32

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/volta-extends-springer-rare-earth-and-gallium-system-275-metres-below-modelled-o--8b29f4fb-855f-4c24-9b4d-c8e847f08478#fact-drill-facts-44)

Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-32
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.441
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 422.6 m
- From: 3.4 m
- To: 426 m
- Hole Depth: 426 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-32:3.4-426.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with a moderate TREO grade from near surface indicates continuous mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization from near surface

Evidence · table

> 0.441

Context: 422.6

### SL26-32

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/volta-extends-springer-rare-earth-and-gallium-system-275-metres-below-modelled-o--8b29f4fb-855f-4c24-9b4d-c8e847f08478#fact-drill-facts-45)

Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-32
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 41.5
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 422.6 m
- From: 3.4 m
- To: 426 m
- Hole Depth: 426 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-32:3.4-426.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with a good gallium grade from near surface indicates continuous gallium mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous gallium mineralization from near surface

- Positive factor: Good gallium grade

Evidence · table

> 41.5

Context: 422.6

### SL26-33

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/volta-extends-springer-rare-earth-and-gallium-system-275-metres-below-modelled-o--8b29f4fb-855f-4c24-9b4d-c8e847f08478#fact-drill-facts-46)

Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-33
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.248
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 399 m
- From: 3 m
- To: 402 m
- Hole Depth: 402 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-33:3.0-402.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with a moderate TREO grade from near surface indicates continuous mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization from near surface

Evidence · table

> 0.248

Context: 399.0

### SL26-33

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/volta-extends-springer-rare-earth-and-gallium-system-275-metres-below-modelled-o--8b29f4fb-855f-4c24-9b4d-c8e847f08478#fact-drill-facts-47)

Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-33
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 39.1
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 399 m
- From: 3 m
- To: 402 m
- Hole Depth: 402 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-33:3.0-402.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very long intercept with a good gallium grade from near surface indicates continuous gallium mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.

- Positive factor: Very long intercept length demonstrating continuous gallium mineralization from near surface

- Positive factor: Good gallium grade

Evidence · table

> 39.1

Context: 399.0

### SL26-35

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/volta-extends-springer-rare-earth-and-gallium-system-275-metres-below-modelled-o--8b29f4fb-855f-4c24-9b4d-c8e847f08478#fact-drill-facts-48)

Springer · rare earth elements

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-35
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: rare earth elements
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.813
- Grade Unit: % TREO
- Intercept: 688.4 m
- From: 4.6 m
- To: 693 m
- Hole Depth: 693 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-35:4.6-693.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptionally long intercept with a good TREO grade from near surface indicates extensive and continuous mineralization, which is highly positive for resource potential.

- Positive factor: Exceptional intercept length demonstrating continuous mineralization from near surface

- Positive factor: Good TREO grade

Evidence · table

> 0.813

Context: 688.4

### SL26-35

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/volta-extends-springer-rare-earth-and-gallium-system-275-metres-below-modelled-o--8b29f4fb-855f-4c24-9b4d-c8e847f08478#fact-drill-facts-49)

Springer · gallium

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SL26-35
- Project: Springer
- Commodity: gallium
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario, Canada
- Ticker: VLTA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 68.1
- Grade Unit: g/t Ga2O3
- Intercept: 688.4 m
- From: 4.6 m
- To: 693 m
- Hole Depth: 693 m

#### Classification

- Program: mixed
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SL26-35:4.6-693.0
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Loc. Confidence: inferred

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-03T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptionally long intercept with a very strong gallium grade from near surface indicates extensive and continuous gallium mineralization, which is highly positive for resource potential.

- Positive factor: Exceptional intercept length demonstrating continuous gallium mineralization from near surface

- Positive factor: Very strong gallium grade

Evidence · table

> 68.1

Context: 688.4

## How Atlas produces this analysis

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