Podcasts about Abitibi

Rick Rule explains the type of ignored junior mining stock he is currently buying. Rule says recent exploration spending is yielding spectacular drill results, but the market is not fully pricing discoveries yet, creating opportunity for savvy buyers like himself; he prefers open-market buying over private placements due to weak warrant terms. Rick discusses navigating junior mining during geopolitical “black swan” volatility, emphasizing a watchlist of target companies and prices and a current bias to accumulate on expected summer weakness as juniors have been hit harder than majors. He discusses assessing CEOs' capital-raising and marketing strategies, contrasts specialist mining brokers with New York generalists, and explains focusing on the price–value gap rather than pre-market signals. Rule strongly favors at-the-market (ATM) financings for big board-listed miners, explains his PDAC “floor intel” around the G Mining/G2 Goldfields transaction, and comments on the Aurion/Agnico deal. Rick discusses trucking ore to existing mills in the Abitibi, why he generally avoids niche metals, and outlines how AI can help analyze large datasets without replacing experienced questioning. 00:00 Intro 00:41 Black Swan Buying Plan 02:22 Rotating Back to Juniors 04:47 Financing Market Reality 06:29 CEO Marketing Strategy 09:13 New York Brokers Explained 10:44 Price Versus Value Mindset 12:19 ATMs and Capital Raising 15:54 PDAC Deal Signals 19:11 G Mining and G2 Thesis 20:30 Abitibi Trucking Model 25:14 Exploration Strategy Shifts 27:42 Avoiding Niche Metals 30:20 Value Added Investor Role 32:00 Helium Speculation Story 35:08 Mexico and Carlos Slim 36:54 AI in Mining and Oil 40:49 Rule Conference Preview Rule Symposium July 6-10 in Boca Rotan, FL: https://cvent.me/XOqdLa?via=mse If you would like Rick to review your mining stock portfolio reach out to him at: https://ruleinvestmentmedia.com/ Rule Investment Media YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RuleInvestmentMedia Sign up for our free newsletter and receive interview transcripts, stock profiles and investment ideas: http://eepurl.com/cHxJ39 Mining Stock Education (MSE) offers informational content based on available data but it does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. It may not be appropriate for all situations or objectives. Readers and listeners should seek professional advice, make independent investigations and assessments before investing. MSE does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. MSE and its owner may hold financial interests in the companies discussed and can trade such securities without notice. MSE is biased towards its advertising sponsors which make this platform possible. MSE is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing MSE content, users agree that MSE and its affiliates bear no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make. Full disclaimer: https://www.miningstockeducation.com/disclaimer/

Abitibi Metals continues to strengthen its position in Quebec's Selbaie Camp after securing a path to 100% ownership of the B26 Deposit and establishing a broader district-scale consolidation strategy around one of Canada's historic polymetallic mining camps. CEO Jon Deluce joins Mining Stock Daily to discuss the significance of the transaction with SOQUEM, the company's growing partnership with Discovery Silver, and how a strong treasury is enabling both aggressive drilling and long-term development planning. The conversation also covers recent drill results, the potential for continued resource growth at B26, and why Abitibi believes the combination of scale, infrastructure, and district-wide consolidation could ultimately support the creation of a world-class copper-gold development platform.

La promesse de Justin Trudeau de planter 2 milliards d’arbres continue de le hanter et de susciter les critiques, particulièrement en Abitibi ou certains arbres seront réduits en copeaux. Entrevue avec Pierre Lemieux, vice-président de la Fédération des producteurs forestiers du Québec. Regardez aussi cette discussion en vidéo via https://www.qub.ca/videos ou en vous abonnant à QUB télé : https://www.tvaplus.ca/qub ou sur la chaîne YouTube QUB https://www.youtube.com/@qub_radio Pour de l'information concernant l'utilisation de vos données personnelles - https://omnystudio.com/policies/listener/fr

Cartier Resources CEO Philippe Cloutier joins MSD's Ian Wagner in Frankfurt to discuss the company's Cadillac gold project in Québec's Abitibi region. Cloutier highlights recent metallurgical test work showing gold recoveries near 97%, improving on historic assumptions and strengthening the case for a new economic assessment. He also discusses Cartier's 3.2-million-ounce resource, a 100,000-meter drill program, new discoveries along the Cadillac trend, and strategic options ranging from toll milling and staged development to joint ventures or M&A along with the company's new U-S listing.

Bonterra Resources Chairman Cesar Gonzalez joins MSD's Ian Wagner to discuss a busy period for the Abitibi gold developer, including Marc-Andre Pelletier's departure as CEO and Gonzalez stepping in as interim CEO. Gonzalez reviews progress on the Gold Fields joint venture at Barry, where deep drilling has wrapped up and assay results are being prepared. He also outlines work on a Barry PEA and a 10,000-to-12,000-meter drill program at the company's 100%-owned Bachelor-Moroy and Desmaraisville assets, where Bonterra is testing regional and deep feeder-zone targets.

Interview with Brian W. Penny, CEO and Director, Wallbridge MiningOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/wallbridge-mining-tsxwm-advances-dual-gold-strategy-in-quebecs-abitibi-belt-8667Recording date: 12th May 2026Wallbridge Mining is advancing a significant gold resource base in Quebec's Abitibi region, one of the world's most established mining jurisdictions. The company controls approximately 4.25 million ounces of gold across two projects: the more advanced Fenelon deposit with 3.5 million ounces, and the earlier-stage Martiniere project with 750,000 ounces. Both assets remain open for expansion and are being evaluated independently to ensure disciplined capital allocation.A March 2025 preliminary economic assessment for Fenelon highlights strong project economics, including a net present value of $1.4 billion, a 34% internal rate of return, and a rapid 2.4-year payback period at a conservative gold price of $3,000 per ounce. The project is designed as a 15-year underground operation producing an average of 107,000 ounces annually, with higher-grade output of 127,000 ounces per year in the first five years to accelerate returns.Management has adopted a “right-sized” development strategy, opting for a 3,000 ton-per-day operation. This approach reduces capital intensity, simplifies permitting, and minimizes environmental impact while preserving upside from the broader resource base. Advancing the project to pre-feasibility will require $50–60 million and is expected to take approximately four years, including permitting and agreements with Indigenous communities.Near-term catalysts include metallurgical testing to confirm gold recovery rates and validate dry-stack tailings, as well as an active drilling program at Martiniere targeting exploration upside. Despite strong project fundamentals, Wallbridge's market capitalization remains around $100 million, creating a potential valuation gap.With improving gold market conditions and a clear pathway to development, Wallbridge is positioned to unlock value through continued de-risking, resource conversion, and strategic flexibility, including the possibility of future acquisition.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/wallbridge-miningSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Kiran Patankar, CEO, Maple Gold MinesOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/maple-gold-mines-ltd-tsxvmgm-funded-drilling-targets-douay-update-maiden-joutel-mre-9451Recording date: 7th May 2026Maple Gold Mines has significantly expanded its gold resource base to 5.2 million ounces across its Douay and Joutel deposits in Quebec's Abitibi greenstone belt, marking a major step in establishing itself as a leading undeveloped gold project in the region. The updated estimate reflects strong growth, with indicated resources increasing by 77% and inferred resources by 70%. Douay accounts for approximately 4 million ounces as a large-scale, lower-grade open-pit project, while Joutel contributes over 1 million ounces at grades exceeding 4 g/t, highlighting its high-grade underground potential.The company is well-funded, holding around $35 million in cash, which is expected to support operations through 2027. This financial position enables an aggressive exploration strategy, including up to 80,000 meters of additional drilling following a recently completed 32,000-meter program. Notably, results from recent drilling have yet to be incorporated into the current resource estimate, suggesting further upside potential.Maple is advancing a dual-track strategy that combines resource expansion with early-stage engineering studies. These efforts aim to inform a potential preliminary economic assessment (PEA), expected in the first half of 2026. The company is evaluating multiple development scenarios, including blending higher-grade underground ore from Joutel with lower-grade open-pit material from Douay to enhance overall project economics.Strategically, Maple benefits from strong infrastructure advantages, including existing shafts at Joutel and proximity to regional milling facilities. Its partnership with Agnico Eagle, a major player in the Abitibi region, further strengthens its development outlook.Despite these strengths, Maple trades at a significant discount to peers, at roughly $26–27 per ounce compared to $50–60 per ounce for similar companies, with recent acquisitions valued even higher. This valuation gap underscores potential upside as the company advances toward development and demonstrates economic viability.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/maple-gold-mines-ltdSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Maple Gold Mines delivers a major milestone with its updated Douay-Joutel resource, surpassing 5 million ounces and introducing a maiden high-grade underground resource at Joutel. CEO Kiran Patankar explains how the combination of bulk-tonnage open-pit material and high-grade underground ounces adds new optionality and strengthens the project's development pathway. With significant drilling still to be incorporated and a fully funded exploration program ahead, Maple is positioning itself as a potential district-scale gold story in Quebec's Abitibi.

Interview with Jon Deluce, President & CEO of Abitibi MetalsOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/abitibi-metals-cseamq-doubles-resource-on-high-grade-copper-gold-vms-9195Recording date: 29th April 2026Abitibi Metals recently secured a transformative $31 million investment from Discovery Silver, marking a major institutional validation of its B26 polymetallic deposit in Quebec. In exchange for a 9.9% stake, Discovery Silver provides both a substantial capital injection and invaluable operational expertise. Developed over a two-and-a-half-year partnership with the Quebec government subsidiary SOQUEM, the B26 deposit currently boasts 25 million tons at a 2.1% copper equivalent. This impressive scale places it among a rare class of large-scale copper, gold, and zinc assets in Canada's mining-friendly jurisdiction.The alliance brings far more than just funding. Discovery Silver's management team has a proven track record of building successful mines, offering Abitibi critical guidance in permitting, community engagement, and environmental management. Over the past 18 months, Abitibi's valuation has surged from $30 million to roughly $150 million. Notably, this latest financing was completed without issuing warrants. This careful structuring preserves equity for existing shareholders while positioning the company for aggressive expansion without near-term dilution risks.Now fully funded through 2027, Abitibi is launching a massive 80,000-plus meter drilling program. The immediate focus is delivering a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) and an updated resource estimate in the first quarter to outline the project's early payback potential. Looking ahead, Abitibi plans to use B26 as a flagship anchor to consolidate the broader mining camp through strategic acquisitions. With structural demand growing for both copper and gold, this new war chest allows Abitibi to advance confidently toward a feasibility study and fully capitalize on a strengthening commodity cycle.View Abitibi Metals' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/abitibi-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

In this Company Update, I sit down with Kiran Patankar, President and CEO of Maple Gold Mines (TSX.V: MGM | OTCQB: MGMLF). Following a resource update released on April 27, 2026, Kiran discusses the company's evolution over the last four years and the goal to continue to grow the almost 5.2mil oz gold resource (indicated + inferred) at the Douay/Joutel Project in Quebec's prolific Abitibi region. Key Interview Highlights: Significant Resource Growth at Douay: Learn how the team increased contained metal by over 50% in the indicated category and established a 4-million-ounce foundation at the Douay project. The Rebirth of the Joutel Mine Complex: Discover the strategic importance of the Joutel underground resource, a past-producing high-grade complex. Optimized Open-Pit Strategy: Understand the more conservative gold price and lower cutoff grades to improve strip ratios and enhance the project's eventual development trajectory. Aggressive 2026 Drill Program: Kiran outlines the current 23,000 meter program and plans for an additional fully funded 70,000-meter drill campaign. Technical De-risking and Economics: An overview of when the company will work on a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA).   Please email me your follow up questions for Kiran. My email address is Fleck@kereport.com.    Click here to visit the Maple Gold Mines website to learn more about the Company.    -------------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:  The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/  Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

Stefan Sklepowicz of Kirkland Lake Discoveries joins the MSD pod to discuss the recent drill results from the past-producing Mirado property in Ontario's Abitibi jurisdiction. The company recently published a highlight hole of 121m of 1.01 g/t Au in a 75m step-out hole, which caught the market's attention. Stefan discusses the geological dynamics of this hole and its other pending holes coming down the pipeline.

This interview is disseminated on behalf of LaFleur Minerals Inc. LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR | OTCQB: LFLRF | FSE: 3WK0) is preparing to restart gold production in Quebec's prolific Abitibi Gold Belt. Chairman Kal Malhi joins us to discuss the company's fully permitted Beacon Gold Mill, the nearby Swanson Gold Deposit, and why management believes the combination of infrastructure, logistics, and existing permits gives LaFleur an advantage over other junior miners.Learn more: https://lafleurminerals.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/xVtL1xeXVc4And follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/GlobalOneMedia

Interview with Victor Cantore, President & CEO of Amex Exploration Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/amex-exploration-tsxvamx-undervalued-investment-series-with-victor-cantore-9724Recording date: 14th April 2026Amex Exploration has released a feasibility study for its Perron Gold Mine in Quebec's Abitibi greenstone belt, delivering some of the most compelling economics in the junior mining sector. At a base case gold price of $3,500 per ounce, the project generates a post-tax net present value of $1.1 billion, rising to $1.7 billion at current spot prices near $4,750. The internal rate of return stands at 114%, with a post-tax payback period of just 0.5 years — meaning initial capital is recovered within months of first production.The project targets 774,000 ounces over five years from a 2.3 million ounce resource, mining at a high diluted grade of 12.1 grams per tonne — an improvement over the 10 g/t estimated in earlier assessments. Annual production is expected to average 147,000 ounces at all-in sustaining costs of $910 per ounce, generating $2.492 billion in pre-tax cash flow over the initial five-year period, or $3.7 billion at spot gold prices.A key feature of the project is its phased development strategy. Rather than constructing the full operation at once, Amex will begin with a $50 million bulk sample in mid-2027, which is expected to produce at least 23,000 ounces and generate approximately $68 million in pre-production revenue. This self-funding mechanism significantly reduces the need for equity financing. Phase one production is targeted for 2028 — three to four years ahead of a conventional development timeline.Initial capital expenditure of $193.9 million is kept lean through contract mining and toll milling arrangements, eliminating the need to build processing facilities or tailings infrastructure. This also simplifies permitting, as the early phases require only underground mining approvals. The bulk sample permit was secured within the expected six-month window, and community and First Nations support is well established.The property spans over 600 square kilometres in the historically prolific Abitibi greenstone belt, yet all current resources sit within just 6 square kilometres — leaving considerable room for future exploration and resource expansion beyond the initial mine plan.View Amex Exploration's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/amex-explorationSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Deepak Varshney, President & CEO of Formation MetalsRecording date: 8th April 2026Formation Metals is a junior gold explorer advancing the N2 project in Quebec's Abitibi greenstone belt, a district historically responsible for over 200 million ounces of gold production. Despite sitting on an 870,000-ounce historical resource, the company currently trades at roughly $10 per ounce — a valuation gap that CEO Deepak Varshney, a geologist with deep capital markets experience, believes will close sharply once a modern resource estimate is delivered.The existing resource was calculated in the 1990s using a $200 gold pit shell and a 0.5 g/t cutoff, making it technically historical and limiting market recognition. Previous operators — including Agnico Eagle, Cyprus Canada, and Minnova — treated N2 as an underground target, drilling for narrow, high-grade veins rather than the wide bulk-tonnage zones Formation Metals is now systematically proving. With gold now trading above $4,500/oz — more than five times the 2008 price when Agnico last drilled the site — the economic case has fundamentally changed.The N2 project spans 8 kilometres of strike across 87 claims (~4,400 hectares) in northwestern Quebec. Formation Metals' drilling has consistently returned wide, shallow intercepts: 42.3 metres at 0.91 g/t starting just 12 metres from surface, and intercepts exceeding 150 metres of continuous mineralisation in some holes. The mineralisation begins as shallow as 9 metres vertical depth with minimal overburden, a rarity in the region. Grades of 1–2 g/t across 30-metre-thick zones are consistent across the A-zone, the primary focus, while a high-grade core delivers up to 4 g/t over 11 metres.The company is executing a fully funded 30,000-metre drill program in 2026, backed by approximately $11 million in working capital. Rather than twinning historical holes drilled by majors, Formation Metals is targeting gaps in the geological model with infill and step-out drilling at 50–100 metre intervals — a capital-efficient approach that validates continuity without redundant work. With 39 holes awaiting assay results, the company expects a steady flow of news through the year.The core 1.5-kilometre A-zone alone is internally modelled to support 1.5–2 million ounces using a lower 0.25 g/t cutoff, with a maiden NI 43-101-compliant resource targeted for Q3/Q4 2026. An additional 3 kilometres of drilled strike and 3 kilometres of untested extension to the west point toward a 3+ million ounce potential across the full property. Toll milling options at Matagami (20 km north) and Casa Berardi (50 km west) provide a low-capital path to production, while proximity to Maple Gold Mines — 20% owned by Agnico Eagle and holding a 3 million ounce resource — positions N2 as a natural acquisition candidate for regional consolidators.The company's roadmap runs from a maiden resource in late 2026 to a Preliminary Economic Assessment in 2028, either as an independent developer or as an acquired asset. With estimated production costs below $2,000/oz at a 4:1 strip ratio against current gold prices, the project's margin profile is compelling. As Varshney put it, the shallow, near-surface nature of N2's gold makes it a genuine anomaly in the Abitibi: "There isn't a lot of gold this shallow available in the area".Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Erik Wetterling, Founder and Editor of The Hedgeless Horseman website, joins us to review the value proposition that has his attention from recent corporate news and strategies from 3 advanced gold explorers and developers that have recently press-released significant company milestones.   >> The companies we discussed in the interview are:   Amex Exploration Inc. (TSXV: AMX) (FSE: MX0) (OTCQX: AMXEF) – On April 13th , the Company announced the results of a feasibility study ("FS") for the Phase 1 development of the 100%-owned Perron Gold Mine, located in the Abitibi region of Québec. The Perron Gold Mine is planned to consist of multiple phases; where the Phase 1 Life of Mine ("LOM") will utilize underground mining and toll-milling of the high-grade Champagne Zone. During Phase 1 production, efforts will be directed for assessing and developing Phase 2, which plans to further develop both underground and open pit operating areas. Phase 2 will also contemplate the construction of an on-site mill and additional facilities to facilitate processing of the remaining mineralization. In parallel, AMEX will continue exploration activities on the newly expanded land package. That covers some 70 kilometers of strike with a consolidated land package spanning a district-scale 618.53 km².     K2 Gold Corporation (TSXV: KTO) (OTCQB: KTGDF) (FSE: 23K) – On April 8th, 2026 the Company announced that the U.S. Bureau of Land Management ("BLM") has issued a positive Record of Decision ("ROD") approving the Company's proposed exploration drilling program at its flagship Mojave Project located in Inyo County, California.   Receipt of the ROD marks the conclusion of an extensive environmental review process conducted under the National Environmental Policy Act ("NEPA")) and represents the most significant milestone for the Mojave Project and the Company's advancement to date.      Goldsky Resources Corp. (TSXV: GSKR) (FNSE: GSKR SDB) (OTCQX: GSKRF) (FRA: HEG0) – On April 9, 2026 the Company announced that shareholders of the Company have overwhelmingly approved the creation of Agnico Eagle Mines Limited as a Control Person of the Company at the Company's special meeting of shareholders held on the 9th. The approval of Agnico Eagle as a Control Person was done in connection with Goldsky Resources' proposed acquisition of Agnico Eagle Sweden AB's, a wholly owned subsidiary of Agnico Eagle, 55% interest in the Barsele Gold Project in Sweden, resulting in Goldsky Resources consolidating 100% ownership of Barsele.   * In full disclosure, some companies mentioned by Erik in this interview, are positions held in his personal portfolio, and also may be site sponsors of The Hedgeless Horseman website at the time of this recording.]   Click here to follow Erik's analysis over at The Hedgeless Horseman website   For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned, and companies profiled may be sponsors of the KE Report.

Interview with Dan Wilton, CEO of First Mining Gold Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/first-mining-gold-tsxff-major-ea-catalyst-due-q2-2026-as-springpole-advances-toward-development-9452Recording date: 30th March 2026First Mining Gold Corp. (TSX:FF) is approaching what CEO Dan Wilton describes as the most consequential moment in the company's history. After eight years navigating Canada's federal environmental assessment process for its flagship Springpole Gold Project in northwestern Ontario, a permitting decision is expected within months. Management believes this single event will be the catalyst that forces the market to reprice assets it has consistently undervalued.Springpole is not a marginal project. The deposit holds a 5 million ounce resource and is designed to produce more than 300,000 ounces of gold per year, placing it among Canada's ten largest gold mines when built. The operation runs at a sub-3:1 strip ratio with manageable metallurgy, and the feasibility study was built on a conservative $3,100/oz gold base case. At $4,000/oz, The after-tax NPV is approximately $3 billion. The project remains economically viable at $2,500/oz, which provides meaningful downside protection in any scenario of gold price weakness.Despite these attributes, First Mining's shares were trading at roughly $0.47, a level management estimates at approximately 0.1x net asset value. Wilton puts the fundamental per-share value at over $5, implying the current share price represents a discount of roughly 90% to intrinsic value. That gap, as Wilton argues, is a product of a broader structural failure in the gold developer segment: for the better part of a decade, capital simply was not available to advance projects through permitting and feasibility, and many developers stalled or gave up. First Mining kept moving by monetising secondary assets, generating close to $100 million in cash over five years to fund continued progress. The result is a company that now holds two of the ten largest undeveloped gold projects in Canada at a moment when shovel-ready opportunities are genuinely scarce.The second project, Duparquet, located in Quebec's Abitibi gold belt, adds a layer of optionality the market appears to be pricing at zero. At current gold prices, management estimates Duparquet's NPV at approximately $3 billion. The geology team believes the deposit is on a trajectory toward 10 million ounces. Yet for practical purposes, investors are currently acquiring both projects at a price that reflects neither.The strategic context matters too. Major gold producers are now trading at mid-cycle NAV multiples, their reserve pipelines are thinning, and exploration cannot solve the problem on any relevant timeline. A discovery made today is fifteen or more years from production. That dynamic points to intensifying M&A pressure around advanced developers, of which there are very few, with the combination of scale, jurisdiction quality, and near-term permitting visibility that First Mining offers. The company has indicated openness to partnership structures that would preserve meaningful shareholder participation.The near-term risk is binary: the environmental assessment outcome matters enormously. But for investors who believe the permitting decision will go the right way as the management does, the current entry point offers exposure to a potential multi-hundred percent re-rating driven by catalysts that are already in motion.View First Mining Gold's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/first-mining-goldSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Dans cet épisode d'APRIORI, Camille Scaravetti et Mérédith Martineau se rejoignent pour explorer les dessous de l'industrie minière en Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Pour en parler, elles reçoivent Anthony Bédard-Robichaud, étudiant du BIAPRI et ancien animateur du balado et Olivier Ménard, étudiant en administration des affaires et un natif de la région. Ils aborderont les enjeux économiques, législatifs et sociaux entourant le secteur minier dans cette région québécoise et leur perspective sur le sujet. Le volet politique, porté par Anthony, permet de plonger dans la complexité de la Loi sur les mines et des cadres législatifs québécois. Olivier parle du sentiment de fierté et de la solidarité unique qui lient les citoyens à cette terre de ressources. Bonne écoute!

Interview with Paul Ténière, CEO of Lafleur Minerals Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/lafleur-minerals-cselflr-from-pea-to-production-a-12-month-gold-timeline-8402Recording date: 10th March 2026Lafleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) is positioning itself as a near-term gold producer in Quebec's Abitibi-Témiscamingue region, targeting production by the end of 2026 through its Swanson deposit and Beacon Mill. The company's recently released Preliminary Economic Assessment demonstrates robust economics with a $101 million NPV and 65% internal rate of return at a conservative $2,750 per ounce gold price, while maintaining all-in sustaining costs of $1,569 per ounce over a seven-year mine life.The project's accelerated timeline stems from significant existing infrastructure advantages. The Beacon Mill, recently refurbished and currently being recommissioned, has a nameplate capacity of 750 tonnes per day with near-term expansion potential to 1,250 tonnes per day. The Swanson deposit sits on an existing mining lease, substantially reducing permitting timelines that typically plague greenfield projects. With initial capital requirements of approximately $30 million Canadian, the company is evaluating multiple financing pathways including offtake agreements, equity raises, and potential merger scenarios.Lafleur currently reports just over 200,000 ounces in combined indicated and inferred categories, representing a 30% increase from previous estimates. Management targets reaching one million ounces through depth extensions beyond the historical 350-meter drilling limit and advancement of satellite deposits including Bartec and Jolin. The company's drilling programs have identified continued mineralization between 350 and 500 meters depth, consistent with typical Abitibi geology.Beyond standalone production, Lafleur is pursuing a hub-and-spoke model with Beacon serving as a regional processing center. As major producers have shifted focus toward feeding their own mills, third-party processing capacity has tightened across the district. This creates opportunity for mid-tier processors like Lafleur to capture value through custom milling while justifying future mill expansions to 3,000-4,000 tonnes per day. The strategy positions the company as both a producer and regional infrastructure provider in one of Canada's most prolific gold districts.View Lafleur Minerals' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/lafleur-mineralsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Stefan Sklepowicz, CEO of Kirkland Lake Discoveries (TSXV: KLDC) (OTCID: KLKLF), joins us for a company introduction and exploration update on their ongoing 25,000 meter drill program across their 400-km2 exploration portfolio in the Kirkland Lake region of Ontario's Abitibi Greenstone Belt; one of the most prolific mining districts in the world. The Company's properties span key fault zones, geophysical anomalies, and volcanic-sedimentary contacts within the Blake River Group, a highly prospective assemblage known to host both gold and polymetallic massive-sulphide deposits.   With exploration permits now in place, KLDC is positioned to advance a strong pipeline of drill-ready targets at KL South, KL East and KL West, supported by multiple anomalous soil trends, historical mineral showings, and structurally controlled intersections.   Building on exciting drill results from Summer 2025, KLDC has initiated a 25,000m drill program following up on drill-ready targets at both the KL West site and the newly acquired the Mirado Gold Project at KL South. The team combines strong technical experience with a focus on smart, efficient exploration designed to deliver results.   12,000 meters have already been drilled at KL West, where only 1,000 meters of assays have been returned back thus far, from the Wolverine Bend target, with the balance of meters drilled still at the assay lab and expected back in the near future.  One of the drills from KL West is being moved down to KL South to put in about 7,000 meters of drilling around the historic Mirado Gold Mine, where there is already a known historic 440,000 ounce gold resource in place.   The system is open in all directions and at depth under historic drilling, so the company will be doing some confirmation holes and some step-out or deeper holes to expand the mineralized footprint.   We discuss the financial health of the company, where this drill program is fully funded, the key strategic shareholders, and the industry experience and background of the management team and board of directors. The company is also expecting the US shares to list on the OTCQB in the very near future.   If you have any questions for Stefan about Kirkland Lake Discoveries then please email them into us at Fleck@kereport.com or Shad@kereport.com.   Click here to follow the latest news from Kirkland Lake Discoveries   For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

Interview with Pascal Hamelin, President & CEO of Abcourt Mines Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/abcourt-mines-tsxvabi-cash-flow-in-sight-with-sleeping-giant-ramp-flordin-drills-8693Recording date: 4th March 2026Abcourt Mines (TSXV:ABI) is one of the few junior mining companies to have made the full transition from developer to profitable gold producer in the current cycle. Operating the 100%-owned Sleeping Giant mine and mill in Quebec's Abitibi region, the company recorded its first gold sales in September 2025 and delivered 837 ounces in Q4 2025 which enough to generate a profit from operations. That alone sets Abcourt apart from the majority of junior miners at a comparable stage.The investment case is centred on a single, clearly quantifiable opportunity: the Sleeping Giant mill is running at less than 20% of its nameplate capacity of 800 tonnes per day. The infrastructure is built, commissioned, and performing at over 96% gold recovery. The constraint is not technology or capital, it is underground mining capacity, which is a workforce and development challenge the company is actively and systematically addressing.CEO Pascal Hamelin has set a near-term target of 10,000 tonnes per month by autumn 2026, representing approximately 2,500 ounces monthly and the threshold for strong free cash flow generation. Phase 1 of the production plan targets 30,000 ounces per year by late 2026 or early 2027. The ultimate vision is 800 tonnes per day and 50,000 ounces per year — achievable without any major new capital expenditure, given the mill is already sized for that output.To unlock that capacity, Abcourt is building an on-site sleep camp to resolve a longstanding workforce retention problem caused by long commutes in northern Quebec winters. Phase 2 of the camp (36 rooms) arrives by end of March 2026 and Phase 3 (37 rooms) is due by June 2026. Alongside this, a formal training programme with Val-d'Or's mining school is bringing new miners into the operation on a weekly basis. These are not peripheral initiatives — they are the direct operational enablers of the throughput ramp.The financial structure is also worth noting. Glencore refinanced Abcourt's start-up debt from 16% to 7%, providing a $30 million facility with interest-only payments in year one and principal repayments beginning February 2027. Glencore also holds the offtake on gold and silver production and a right of first participation in future financings. For a junior producer, this level of institutional backing is unusual and meaningful.Management credibility is underscored by insider ownership of approximately 37% — built through years of equity participation alongside external shareholders, not through compensation schemes. Officers and directors have genuine skin in the game.Beyond Sleeping Giant, the company holds 14 additional projects including a zinc-silver polymetallic asset at Abcourt-Barvue, a 5 g/t gold resource at Discovery, and multiple tailings assets being assessed for critical mineral content. These are not currently priced into the market's valuation of the company.For investors evaluating junior gold producers, Abcourt offers a rare combination: proven profitability, a clear and executable growth pathway, institutional validation, and a portfolio of assets that provide upside optionality without requiring additional capital deployment in the near term.View Abcourt Mines' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/abcourt-mines-incSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Matt Manson, President & CEO of Radisson Mining Resources Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/quebec-gold-explorers-target-resource-growth-in-infrastructure-rich-mining-district-8326Recording date: 3rd March 2026Radisson Mining Resources is one of the more straightforward stories in junior gold right now: a deposit that is growing materially, in a world-class jurisdiction, with a management team that has built mines before and knows what it is doing. The company's O'Brien Gold Project in Quebec's Abitibi region delivered an 82% increase in inferred resources at PDAC 2026, lifting combined indicated and inferred resources from 1.5 million to 2.3 million ounces. That headline number is significant on its own. What makes it more significant is the context: Radisson has completed only 25% of its current 140,000-metre drill program.The strategy behind that number is deliberate. Rather than incrementally converting existing inferred resources to indicated through infill drilling, management opted 15 months ago to test the full scale of the system through large stepouts drilling hundreds of metres beyond the known resource boundary and below the historic O'Brien mine for the first time. The 84% drill hole success rate on those stepouts, well above the 50–75% industry norm for infill work, tells investors that this is not a speculative land position. It is a geologically predictable system that keeps delivering where the model says it should.CEO Matt Manson has guided consistently toward a 3 to 4 million ounce deposit. With 75% of the program still ahead, that target appears increasingly credible. More importantly, Manson has been clear that the company is not fairly valued at current prices and is not in the market for a premature transaction. The current program is about establishing what O'Brien is worth before any corporate conversation takes a deliberate and disciplined approach that is relatively rare at the junior end of the market.From a development perspective, the project carries structural advantages that most junior gold assets do not. O'Brien sits directly on Highway 117 in the Abitibi region, surrounded by active mines with operating mills and available processing capacity. The economics of building a standalone mill in this environment simply do not make sense when third-party processing options exist nearby. This reduces the capital burden significantly and shortens the path from deposit to cash flow.There is additional optionality in the historic O'Brien shaft, which extends to one kilometre depth on the property. The shaft is currently flooded and carries no formal liability for Radisson, but the company is quietly conducting engineering and environmental work to assess whether it can be rehabilitated. A functioning shaft would enable a more capital-efficient bottom-up mine construction approach and could support production rates of up to 2,000 tonnes per day.The board brings nine combined mine builds across three directors, which is meaningful at this stage of a project's life. The team understands the development pathway and has been through it multiple times. For investors, Radisson in 2026 offers a clear value trajectory: a growing resource, staged catalysts through sequential resource updates, infrastructure-rich jurisdiction, and a management team with the track record and patience to realize full value.View Radisson Mining's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/radisson-resourcesSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Kiran Patankar, President & CEO of Maple Gold MinesOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/maple-gold-mines-tsxvmgm-undervalued-investment-series-with-kiran-patankar-9201Recording date: 1st March 2026Maple Gold Mines enters 2026 at an operational and financial inflection point. The company is executing a 30,000-metre drill program, more than double its 2025 output, across two Quebec gold projects, Douay and Joutel, with three rigs turning around the clock in the Abitibi greenstone belt. The program is fully funded by a $30 million treasury, built through a disciplined series of financings at progressively higher share prices. There is no near-term capital requirement, which removes a significant source of uncertainty for investors assessing a junior explorer in a volatile market.The central investment argument for Maple Gold rests on a gap that is both quantifiable and actionable. Douay's existing NI 43-101 resource of approximately 3 million ounces was last updated in 2022 at a US$1,800 gold price and was constructed from drilling across just 6 of 55 kilometres of strike length the company controls. Douay has seen approximately 275,000 metres in total. The exploration upside that implies is not speculative; it is a function of metres drilled relative to geological scale.Agnico Eagle's presence as a joint venture partner and strategic shareholder matters beyond its symbolic value. It reflects the assessment of a major producer with direct operating experience in the Abitibi that Douay is a district-scale asset worth a long-term commitment. That endorsement supports both the geological thesis and the eventual range of commercial outcomes, from standalone development to strategic consolidation.The 2026 agenda is structured around converting exploration momentum into economic credibility. A resource update incorporating all post-2022 drilling and built on a geologically driven block model will provide a restated ounce count at current gold prices, giving the market a fresh basis on which to assess the per-ounce valuation gap relative to peers. That update will be followed by a preliminary economic study, the first formal analysis of what an operation at Douay-Joutel might look like. CEO Kieran Patankar has been explicit that the study will present a realistic starter scenario such as a 5,000-tonne-per-day operation rather than an optimal but unfinanceable mega-project, keeping the analysis credible and actionable for Maple Gold's current market capitalisation of approximately C$200 million.Joutel, the past-producing high-grade component of the portfolio, adds a blending and grade-optionality dimension that the economics study will need to address. Early drilling results already indicate that mineralisation extends well beyond historical mine workings, and 32 of 39 completed holes are yet to be released, providing a near-term catalyst pipeline throughout the year.For investors, the combination of a funded multi-year drill program, a deeply under-explored Tier 1 asset, institutional backing from one of the world's leading gold producers, and a clear 2026 de-risking roadmap makes Maple Gold one of the more compelling risk-reward propositions currently available in the junior gold exploration space. The resource update and economic study are the milestones to watch.View Maple Gold Mines' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/maple-gold-mines-ltdSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss! Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.Tiger Gold (TSXV: TIGR)Tiger Gold may have just unlocked a major growth opportunity at its Quinchía Gold Project in Colombia. The company intersected a potential feeder zone beneath its existing Tesorito resource, highlighted by:16.9 metres grading 2.3 g/t gold and 0.25% copperIncluding 6 metres at 4.1 g/t gold and 0.43% copperWithin a broader 89.96 metres grading 0.9 g/t goldWhy it matters: These results sit below the current resource model and come in at higher grades than previously expected at depth. If confirmed with follow-up drilling, this could expand the deposit and strengthen the economics outlined in its 2025 PEA, which already projected a 10-year mine life and a post-tax NPV of $534 million at $2,650 gold.Drilling is ongoing, with multiple rigs turning and more results pending.Formation Metals (CSE: FOMO)Formation is building momentum at its N2 Gold Project in Quebec's Abitibi region — one of the world's most prolific gold belts.New drill results include:0.95 g/t gold over 61.1 metresIncluding 1.68 g/t over 26.5 metres1.3 g/t over 22.2 metres1.43 g/t over 19.4 metresThis supports a growing bulk-tonnage, open-pit gold model along an 8-kilometre strike corridor. Wide, consistent mineralization near surface is exactly what large-scale open-pit developers look for.Formation is fully funded with C$12.1M in working capital and no debt, and a 30,000-metre drill program is underway. A maiden updated resource estimate is targeted later this year.Gold Runner Exploration (TSXV: GOT)Gold Runner has secured regulatory approval to acquire a 100% interest in the Golden Girl Property in British Columbia's Golden Triangle — one of Canada's most famous gold districts.Highlights:8,471 hectares of highly prospective groundLocated near the historic Snip MineSurface samples up to 11.28 g/t gold and 3,262 g/t silver95% of the property remains unexploredThe company is fully funded for its 2026 exploration program, with fieldwork starting this summer and drilling planned next season. Early-stage, high-impact exploration in a proven district can offer significant upside if discoveries follow.Heliostar Metals (TSXV: HSTR)Heliostar delivered one of the strongest drill hits of the day at its Ana Paula project in Mexico:25.45 metres grading 8.26 g/t goldIncluding 8.30 metres at nearly 20 g/t goldThis was the company's first down-dip step-out hole into the Expansion Zone — and it hit outside the current mine plan. That suggests mineralization continues deeper than previously modeled.Additional strong results from the High Grade Panel include:55.35 metres at 9.71 g/t gold23.40 metres at 8.39 g/t gold40.85 metres at 4.73 g/t goldAll new results will be included in an upcoming Feasibility Study update. With production already coming from two Mexican mines, Heliostar is advancing Ana Paula as a key growth asset.BrandPilot AI (CSE: BPAI)Switching to tech — BrandPilot AI is gaining serious enterprise traction.The company announced:A Fortune 50 U.S. healthcare provider trialTrial-to-contract conversion rates exceeding 80%Client cost-per-click reductions of up to 90%BrandPilot's AdAi platform helps large enterprises identify inefficient digital ad spending and recover wasted budget. New engagements span healthcare, fintech, retail, and education — with clients collectively spending millions per month on advertising.For investors, high conversion rates and measurable cost savings suggest growing recurring revenue potential in a massive global ad market.From high-grade gold discoveries and expanding bulk-tonnage targets to AI-driven enterprise wins, today's small-cap headlines are packed with meaningful catalysts.Stay ahead of the market. Follow AGORACOM for daily breaking small-cap news, deep dives, and interviews.

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Interview with Jon Deluce, President & CEO of Abitibi MetalsOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/abitibi-metals-cseamq-high-grade-copper-gold-discovery-gains-momentum-in-quebec-8692Recording date: 6th February 2026Abitibi Metals Corp. (CSE:AMQ) has announced a transformational resource update for its B26 copper-gold-zinc-silver deposit in Quebec, demonstrating the scale potential that could attract major producer interest. The updated mineral resource estimate reveals 13 million tons indicated at 2.1% copper equivalent and 12.3 million tons inferred at 2.2% copper equivalent, representing a 125% increase in total tonnage since the company optioned the project from SOQUEM in 2023.The resource growth was achieved at a discovery cost of just 2.5 cents per pound copper equivalent, positioning Abitibi favorably among peers for capital efficiency. CEO Jon Deluce emphasised that the company has delivered on its goal to reach 25-30 million tons by 2026 well ahead of schedule, while maintaining strong grades throughout the expansion process.The resource calculation uses conservative commodity price assumptions of $2,500 gold, $30 silver, $4.50 copper, and $1.35 zinc. At current spot prices, the deposit would grade closer to 2.55% copper equivalent, demonstrating substantial operating leverage to metal price movements. The indicated category alone contains 775 million pounds of copper, 451,000 ounces of gold, 16 million ounces of silver, and 376 million pounds of zinc.Management has assembled a world-class team to advance the project, most notably David Bernier as COO, who previously built Foran's McIlvenna Bay deposit from preliminary assessment through to commercial production. That deposit was recently acquired in a transaction valued at C$3.8 billion, providing a relevant valuation benchmark for B26, which currently represents 56% of McIlvenna Bay's resource tonnage.Abitibi is executing a funded 40,000-meter drill program in 2026 focused on resource expansion, regional exploration testing four new targets, and early-stage permitting work. The deposit remains completely open along strike and at depth, with management targeting 30-50 million tons based on geological evidence and comparisons to the nearby 60-million-ton Selbaie mine located just 7 kilometers away.View Abitibi Metals' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/abitibi-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

In this episode, Ian Wagner interviews Cesar Gonzalez, Executive Chair of Bonterra Resources, discussing the company's recent developments, including a CRA audit related to flow-through financing, the upcoming drilling plans for 2026, and the future prospects of the joint venture with Gold Fields. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in the gold mining sector, particularly in the Abitibi region of Canada, amidst rising gold prices.

Interview with Philippe Cloutier, President & CEO of Cartier Resources Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/cartier-resources-tsxvecr-agnico-backed-junior-targets-mining-camp-scale-gold-discovery-8319Recording date: 19th January 2026Cartier Resources represents a compelling investment opportunity in Canadian gold exploration, combining exceptional drilling economics, strategic backing from Agnico Eagle Mines, and systematic execution of a mining camp-scale discovery programme across 15 kilometres of Quebec's prolific Cadillac Fault.The investment thesis centres on resource growth from the current 3.2 million ounce baseline at the flagship Chimo Mine toward 4-5 million ounces by year-end 2026, with longer-term potential for 12-15 million ounces across multiple deposits. Independent consultants have formally identified exploration targets for an additional 1.1 million ounces achievable through disciplined drilling, validating management's systematic approach to proving up a mining camp rather than a single-asset development story.Cartier's operational advantages stem directly from location within Val-d'Or's established mining infrastructure. The company has secured all-in drilling costs of C$105-110 per metre—from site preparation through assay results to press release—representing exceptional value in the current inflationary environment. This cost structure enables an aggressive 250,000-metre programme with two rigs currently operating 24/7 and plans to deploy four to six additional rigs, matching in one year the total drilling accomplished over the previous decade.Strategic validation from Agnico Eagle, which holds a 27% stake acquired through its O3 Mining purchase, provides both financial support and technical credibility. Monthly technical committee meetings enable rapid reallocation of drilling resources based on emerging results, whilst Agnico's involvement significantly enhances Cartier's profile amongst institutional investors who view major mining company participation at the exploration stage as validation of project quality and future acquisition potential.The company has initiated critical de-risking studies that progressively enhance project economics. Independent metallurgical testwork targets 96-97% gold recovery rates versus historic 93% recoveries, whilst evaluating toll-milling opportunities at four different processing facilities within 60 kilometres. Establishing toll-milling arrangements could reduce capital expenditure by approximately C$120 million by eliminating dedicated mill construction requirements. Environmental baseline studies and a preliminary economic assessment scheduled for 2026 delivery provide the technical foundation for various development scenarios.Cartier's recent surpassing of C$100 million market capitalisation represented a critical threshold that unlocked institutional investor access previously unavailable. The company has traded over 80 million shares since July 2025, representing complete shareholder base rotation toward sophisticated investors with longer time horizons and larger position sizes. This evolution provides improved liquidity, reduced volatility, and establishes the foundation for additional institutional participation as exploration objectives are achieved.Management has demonstrated disciplined capital allocation by optioning three non-core Windfall District projects to Exploits Discovery for C$2 million cash, nearly 10 million shares, and retained royalties whilst maintaining singular focus on the Cadillac Project. Integration of AI-driven targeting methodologies has already validated discoveries like the Contact zone, accelerating exploration timelines by six to eight months compared to traditional approaches.With C$10 million in treasury supporting aggressive drilling without near-term dilution, gold prices sustained above US$4,600 per ounce dramatically improving project economics, and multiple catalysts including ongoing drill results, metallurgical studies, and year-end PEA delivery, Cartier offers substantial upside leverage at current valuations. The company trades at significant discount to peers with comparable resource bases despite superior jurisdictional advantages, strategic backing, and cost structure. For investors seeking exposure to Abitibi gold discovery potential with clearly defined catalysts and multiple value realisation pathways, Cartier Resources represents a compelling core holding within precious metals portfolios during a critical value inflection period.View Cartier Resources' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/cartier-resources-incSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Philippe Cloutier, CEO of Cartier Resources, discusses the company's ongoing 100,000 meter diamond drill program, the recent resource update, and the implications of gold price fluctuations on their operations. He emphasizes the importance of metallurgical and environmental studies in de-risking the project and outlines the potential for mergers and acquisitions in the Abitibi region.

Interview with Jon Deluce, Founder & CEO of Abitibi Metals Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/abitibi-metals-cseamq-high-grade-copper-expansion-project-in-canada-7823Recording date: 4th December 2025Abitibi Metals Corp. (CSE:AMQ) is rapidly emerging as a compelling copper-gold story in Quebec's prolific mining belt, with CEO Jon Deluce outlining a disciplined growth strategy centered on the company's flagship B26 deposit. After drilling over 25,000 meters in 2025, the company is targeting a substantial resource update to 25-30 million tons in 2026, up from the current 2+ million ounce gold equivalent resource.The drilling program has delivered exceptional results, including intercepts of 18% copper equivalent over 6.3 meters with 6 grams per ton gold, and 4.5% copper equivalent over 21 meters. These world-class grades demonstrate the deposit's polymetallic nature and draw comparisons to the historic Selbaie mine located just 7 kilometers away, which produced 53 million tons over two decades.Strategic capital management has been central to Abitibi's approach. The company recently completed a bought deal financing through BMO at 35 cents per share—a 65% premium to the September market price—with no warrants attached. This structure attracted institutional investors and built the treasury to $23-24 million, funding 45,000 meters of drilling through 2027 while maintaining a clean capital structure.With a market capitalization of $65 million and an enterprise value of just $40 million, Deluce believes the company remains undervalued relative to its resource potential. The 2026 exploration strategy balances systematic resource expansion through 150-meter infill drilling with aggressive 600-meter step-outs designed to test whether B26 could reach tier-one scale comparable to Selbaie's 60-million-ton endowment.Management has assembled an experienced advisory board including Victor Cantore, Craig Parry, and Shane Williams, positioning the company for Quebec's active M&A environment. Rather than accepting dilutive 20% strategic investments, Abitibi is selectively pursuing a 5% partnership with a Quebec producer that would provide validation without eliminating competitive tension or capping shareholder upside as the copper market potentially enters a sustained bull phase.View Abitibi Metals' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/abitibi-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Mark Petersen, Senior Geological Consultant of Wallbridge MiningOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/wallbridge-mining-wm-updated-resource-will-delight-market-2169Recording date: 27th November 2025Wallbridge Mining is pursuing a calculated two-pronged approach across its Quebec gold assets, balancing near-term development at Fenelon with aggressive exploration at the Martiniere system. Mark Peterson, Senior Geological Consultant with over 40 years of experience, leads the geological strategy following his tenure at New Gold.At Fenelon, the company has fundamentally restructured its resource model, simplifying mineralized domains from over 100 discrete zones to 16 user-friendly envelopes. This redesign better aligns with the project's 40-meter drill spacing and creates practical targets for underground mining operations. The deposit features coarse visible gold throughout all rock types, supporting bench-scale metallurgical test results showing 30% initial gravity recovery and 96% total recovery—characteristics that could enable simpler processing and lower operating costs.The company's preliminary economic assessment incorporates existing underground infrastructure from a flooded historic pit, providing capital-efficient portal access. Despite higher upfront costs, Wallbridge selected dry-stack tailings to address both industry trends and site-specific challenges posed by Quebec's saturated glacial overburden terrain. Approximately one million ounces of resource remain excluded from the current mine plan, offering future expansion potential.At Martiniere, Peterson has pivoted to testing fundamental system scale rather than incremental resource growth. The exploration team employs aggressive 150-meter drill spacing across a two-kilometer strike length, rapidly covering prospective ground while accepting that subsequent infill will be required. First-principles structural remodeling identified 14 distinct fault structures along the Bug Lake deformation corridor, with recent drilling encountering mineralization including three meters at approximately seven grams per tonne half a kilometer from the Horsefly area.The critical next phase involves a 50,000-75,000 meter infill drilling program at Fenelon to convert inferred resources to indicated category, while a mineral inventory assessment at Martiniere will determine whether data supports the target of a two-million-ounce-plus system before committing to closer-spaced delineation drilling.View Wallbridge Mining's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/wallbridge-miningSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Brian William Penny, CEO of Wallbridge MiningOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/wallbridge-mining-wm-updated-resource-will-delight-market-2169Recording date: 27th November 2025Wallbridge Mining is navigating challenging junior gold markets through a strategic two-asset approach in Quebec's Abitibi region under CEO Brian Penny, a mining finance veteran with three decades at Kinross, Western Goldfields, and New Gold . The company controls over 600 square kilometers of prospective ground and has secured financial runway through Q1 2027 following a $15 million equity financing and $8 million from selling its Detour East property to Agnico Eagle .The company's strategy prioritizes near-term value creation at Martinière while maintaining long-term optionality at the advanced-stage Fenelon deposit . Martinière has emerged as the primary catalyst, with 2025 drilling extending mineralization from 400 meters to 800 meters depth across a 2-kilometer strike length . Recent intercepts included 50 grams per tonne over 1.7 meters, with the company targeting expansion from the current 750,000-ounce resource to 2 million ounces by 2027—a threshold management considers economically compelling for partnerships or development .Fenelon represents a longer-term opportunity, with a March 2025 preliminary economic assessment outlining a 3,000 ton-per-day underground operation using ramp access, dry-stack tailings, and paste backfill . However, the required $50-60 million prefeasibility study cost—representing half the company's $100 million market cap—makes immediate advancement impractical . Instead, Wallbridge conducts limited metallurgical testing and desktop optimization while remaining open to joint venture partnerships .The Detour East sale exemplified disciplined capital allocation, eliminating future dilution risk and funding expanded Martinière drilling without requiring larger equity financings . Despite gold trading above $4,000 per ounce—up 40% in 2025—junior explorers have not participated meaningfully in the rally, though Penny expects capital to eventually rotate from cash-generating producers to quality exploration stories .With $31 million cash and a clear strategic roadmap, Wallbridge positions itself for multiple outcomes: continued independent development, strategic partnerships, or acquisition by larger producers seeking quality ounces in mining-friendly jurisdictions as the exploration cycle recoversView Wallbridge Mining's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/wallbridge-miningSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Bonterra Executive Chair César González joins the show to discuss accelerating M&A across the Abitibi, highlighted by Fresnillo's move into Canada and IAMGOLD's acquisition of Northern Superior. He outlines how Bonterra fits into this evolving district through its JV with Gold Fields, the potential restart at the Bachelor-Houfren area, and the strategic value of Barry's mining lease. Despite tax-loss pressure, González remains optimistic as assays and JV results approach.

Kingfisher Metals reported additional drill and soil results from its 2025 program at the HWY 37 Project in British Columbia's Golden Triangle. Nevada King Gold Corp. reported final results from ten remaining holes of its Phase III drill program at the Silver Park East (SPE) target. Collective Mining announced that drilling is now fully underway at the high-grade, tungsten-rich zones of its **Apollo system**. Great Pacific Gold announced Phase 1 diamond drill results from the Sinivit target at its flagship Wild Dog Project in Papua New Guinea. First Mining Gold announced additional 2025 exploration results from the Miroir target at its Duparquet Gold Project in Quebec's Abitibi region. Foran Mining announced H2 2025 exploration results from the Tesla Zone at its McIlvenna Bay Project in Saskatchewan.This episode of Mining Stock Daily is brought to you by… Integra ResourcesIntegra is a growing precious metals producer in the Great Basin of the Western United States. Integra is focused on demonstrating profitability and operational excellence at its principal operating asset, the Florida Canyon Mine, located in Nevada. In addition, Integra is committed to advancing its flagship development-stage heap leach projects: the past producing DeLamar Project located in southwestern Idaho, and the Nevada North Project located in western Nevada. Learn more about the business and their high industry standards over at integraresources.comThe Mining Stock Daily morning briefing is produced by Clear Commodity Network. It is distributed throughout the world through your podcast network of choice, and by our friends at the Junior Mining Network. The information presented should not be considered investment advice. Mining stock daily and its affiliates are not responsible for any loss arising from any investment decision in connection with the material presented herein. Please do your own research or speak with a licensed financial representative before making any investment decisions.

Interview withKiran Patankar, President & CEO of Maple Gold MinesMatt Manson, President & CEO of Radisson Mining Resources Inc.Recording date: 16th October 2025Two junior mining companies are systematically advancing high-grade gold projects in Quebec's Abitibi greenstone belt, leveraging the region's extensive infrastructure while pursuing disciplined capital allocation strategies that prioritize technical de-risking over speculative development.Radisson Mining Resources focuses on the O'Brien Gold Project, a historical high-grade mine that operated until 1957 when economic constraints at $35-per-ounce gold forced closure at one-kilometer depth. CEO Matthew Manson now targets two kilometers as the economic floor, with approximately 1.5 million ounces of high-grade resources currently identified. The company has launched a 140,000-meter drill program, its largest ever, to systematically expand the resource base within the well-understood Piché formation geology adjacent to the Cadillac-Larder Lake break.Maple Gold Mines controls 481 square kilometers straddling the Cadillac Break, hosting over 3 million ounces including the historical Eagle mine that produced one million ounces at 6.5 grams per tonne between 1974 and 1993. Since 2021, CEO Kiran Patankar has restructured operations, reducing annual administrative costs from $6 million to $2 million while repositioning the company's joint venture with Agnico Eagle. The restructuring secured 100% project ownership while maintaining Agnico Eagle as a strategic equity partner.Both companies executed substantial institutional financings, with Radisson raising approximately $25 million through a fully institutional bought deal involving 22 institutions, and Maple securing investment at a 100% premium to previous rounds, including a $7 million lead order from a US mutual fund. These financings deliberately targeted long-term institutional investors rather than retail speculators, with Maple implementing 12-month lock-up agreements to ensure shareholder alignment.The Abitibi region provides critical infrastructure advantages that fundamentally alter project economics. Highway access, grid power at 4 cents per kilowatt-hour, proximity to multiple operating mills with existing permitted capacity, and an established mining workforce reduce capital requirements and enable toll milling opportunities. Both CEOs reject small-scale, bootstrapped development approaches in favor of right-sizing projects based on optimal economics.Strategic investor Michael Gentile plays a central role in both companies, providing capital, board expertise, and validation through thorough diligence-based investment decisions. His involvement signals quality to sophisticated investors and provides network access to institutional capital sources.With discovery costs around $30-40 per ounce against current company valuations near $150 per ounce, both management teams emphasize that successful systematic exploration creates immediate shareholder value accretion while positioning assets for potential acquisition by producers seeking to extend existing mill operations.Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Philippe Cloutier, President & CEO of Cartier Resources Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/cartier-resources-tsxvecr-cartier-launches-massive-gold-exploration-7820Recording date: 21st October 2025Cartier Resources (TSXV:ECR) represents a compelling gold exploration opportunity centered on demonstrating mining camp-scale potential along Quebec's renowned Cadillac Fault in the Abitibi region—one of the world's most productive gold districts with over a century of mining history and hundreds of millions of ounces produced. The company has consolidated approximately 15 kilometers of strategic land position between multiple historic mining camps and adjacent to Agnico Eagle's producing operations, positioning itself to become what management characterizes as "the next mining camp along the Cadillac fault."The investment thesis centers on an exceptionally aggressive exploration program that fundamentally differentiates Cartier from typical junior explorers. The company has committed to a 100,000-meter, 600-hole diamond drilling program—representing an order of magnitude increase over the 5,000-10,000 meters that typical juniors drill annually. This intensive approach directly addresses the prolonged timelines that often frustrate junior resource investors by front-loading discovery work and compressing value recognition timelines. Strategic partner Agnico Eagle explicitly endorsed this aggressive strategy, with management noting Agnico's directive to "demonstrate that there's a mining camp there, not one mine, but a cluster of maybe three or four mines" with potential for 10-15 million ounces rather than the 3 million ounces typical of single-mine scenarios.Cartier's operational efficiency provides embedded value often overlooked in exploration-stage analysis. The company secured $12 million in full program funding while simultaneously locking in drilling costs at $110 per meter for two years—substantially below typical market rates of $150-200 per meter and representing 25-35% cost advantages. This pricing reflects fortuitous timing in contracting and the project's proximity to Val-d'Or mining infrastructure, effectively providing 15-20% more drilling capacity for the same capital outlay. Over a 100,000-meter program, these savings compound meaningfully while eliminating near-term dilution concerns.Recent exploration results validate the geological model, with the company's third press release since August program commencement demonstrating systematic expansion of mineralization. Drill intercepts include 11 g/t over 9 meters and ounce-per-ton material over metric widths in stacked vein systems with true widths extending approximately 50 meters. The mineralization occurs at surface in multiple parallel structures, suggesting both high-grade vein mining potential and bulk tonnage scenarios—a combination characteristic of the region's most successful operations.Management has structured a comprehensive five-pronged development program simultaneously advancing drilling, metallurgical testing, environmental baseline studies for permitting, resource estimate updates, and preliminary economic assessments. This parallel execution compresses typical sequential development timelines while generating bi-weekly news flow expected to continue for 18 months. The metallurgical work specifically targets toll milling opportunities at existing regional mills, a strategy that could reduce development capital requirements by 50-75% compared to standalone mill construction.The project benefits from exceptional infrastructure access, sitting within 30 minutes of Val-d'Or with its established workforce, service providers, power, and multiple processing facilities. The historic Chimo Gold Mine, encompassed within Cartier's land package, achieved 93% recovery rates and operated until 1997 when it closed not from resource exhaustion but from gold prices collapsing to $275 per ounce. With gold now exceeding $2,700 per ounce—nearly 10x higher—combined with superior mining technology and metallurgical methods, the same geological setting offers dramatically enhanced economic potential.CEO Philippe Cloutier articulates a clear timeline for value recognition, stating the program is almost 7 months pregnant with the company targeting a different level by the end of 2025, early 2026. For investors seeking exposure to gold discovery upside in a premier mining jurisdiction, backed by strategic producer validation and managed by a team demonstrating capital discipline and commercial focus, Cartier Resources presents a compelling risk-reward proposition with multiple near-term catalysts and substantial revaluation potential should management successfully demonstrate camp-scale mineralization.View Cartier Resources' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/cartier-resources-incSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Trevor Hall welcomes Matt Manson, CEO of Radisson Mining, to discuss corporate updates regarding the O'Brien project in Quebec. Manson details the recently closed, heavily oversubscribed $25 million institutional financing, which was an deal with no warrant or flow-through provisions. This capital infusion will expand their step-out drill program at O'Brien to 140,000 meters, increasing the number of drill rigs to test the high-grade deposit's depth potential down to two kilometers. Finally, the conversation addresses the ongoing consolidation in the Abitibi region and Radisson's focus on using the drilling success to define the deposit's value and prepare for future resource updates

Trevor Hall welcomes Cesar Gonzalez of Bonterra Resources (BTR) to discuss ongoing corporate updates and the active gold market in the consolidating Abitibi region. The main focus is the promising drill results from the 100% operated Desmaraisville project, specifically the Hewfran zone extension, which is located near underground workings on the mining lease and being chased up to surface. Bonterra is reworking its program to prioritize drilling this zone and achieve the critical mass needed to justify a quick restart of the operation, which includes an existing mill and permitted infrastructure. Gonzalez explains that given current high gold prices, this mine, historically a 20,000 to 30,000-ounce-per-year operation, is positioned to be very lucrative, supported by known metallurgy and cheap hydroelectricity

Interview with Glenn Mullan, President & CEO of Val-d'Or Mining CorporationOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/val-dor-mining-vzz-new-royalty-story-emulating-recent-success-1729Recording date: 10th October 2025Val-d'Or Mining Corporation employs a prospect generation model centered on staking mineral properties 100%, conducting minimal initial exploration with an annual budget of only $300,000, then partnering with larger mining companies to fund drilling and development work. This approach reduces the need for capital-intensive exploration and limits shareholder dilution typical in junior miners. Their current major partnership with Eldorado Gold involves $36.5 million committed exploration spending across 12 properties in Quebec and Ontario. Val-d'Or earns revenues from this partnership via 10% management fees on Ontario properties they operate, option payments totaling about $200,000 per year, advance royalty payments, and leasing income from their office building.Val-d'Or owns over 50 properties in tier-one mining jurisdictions within Quebec and Ontario, focusing on geological regions like the Abitibi greenstone belt. Their strategic property acquisition targets gaps left between major players such as Agnico Eagle, who consolidated much of the region's geology. By acquiring and thoroughly evaluating properties with modest spending, they attract partners who fund detailed exploration, while Val-d'Or retains royalty interests generally targeting a 2% net smelter return (NSR). As partners meet spending milestones and vest their interests, Val-d'Or's royalties become crystallized, providing long-term revenue without the risks and capital requirements of full mine development.The company's President and CEO, Glenn Mullan, boasts a track record of three successful exits generating over $500 million collectively by selling royalty companies rather than mines. This strategy, combined with the current high gold price environment and the industry's demand for exploration assets, positions Val-d'Or as a compelling investment. Their structure maintains significant insider ownership for stability, while the partnership model minimizes dilution and exploration risk. With drilling commencing on multiple properties and over $36 million committed from Eldorado, Val-d'Or is actively advancing their asset base toward royalty monetization in a robust gold market.In summary, Val-d'Or Mining exemplifies a non-dilutive, prospect generation model leveraging partnerships to develop a portfolio of royalty-bearing properties with diversified near-term revenue, a strong historical track record, and optimized for current market conditions in Canadian gold mining .Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/val-dor-miningSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Matt Manson, President & CEO of Radisson Mining Resources Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/radisson-mining-tsxvrds-reviving-high-grade-gold-in-quebec-with-smart-low-capex-strategy-5941Recording date: 6th October 2025Radisson Mining Resources presents investors with a compelling value proposition in high-grade gold development: exceptional discovery economics, capital-efficient processing strategy, proven management execution, and substantial leverage to rising gold prices. The company is advancing the O'Brien Gold Project in Quebec's world-class Abitibi mining district, where historical production between the 1920s and 1950s established the deposit's credentials through museum-quality visible gold specimens and half-ounce head grades.The investment thesis begins with remarkable discovery economics. Radisson trades at approximately C$150 per ounce of resources while adding new ounces at C$30-40 per ounce discovery costs—a 4:1 spread that creates immediate value with every successful drill result. The company has defined 1.5 million ounces of high-grade gold at 8 grams per tonne in indicated resources and is systematically drilling toward a 3-4 million ounce target. The geological model—mesothermal gold deposits along the prolific Cadillac-Larder Lake Break—provides predictable exploration targets with demonstrated success. CEO Matthew Manson described the approach: "We said okay let's get aggressive with the drilling. Let's do these big stepouts. So let's drill deeper. And yeah, we hit and we've hit everywhere we've drilled."Rather than building standalone processing facilities requiring hundreds of millions in capital, Radisson targets ore processing through existing regional mills. This hub-and-spoke model reduces initial capital requirements to C$175 million for mine development, underground infrastructure, and water treatment. A recent engineering study demonstrated C$500 million net present value at $2,500 gold using only 740,000 ounces—less than half current resources—delivering a 3:1 NPV-to-capex ratio. Mill owners actively seek ore feed to maintain operations, creating competitive dynamics favorable to suppliers.The project benefits from exceptional infrastructure positioning adjacent to highways, existing power lines, and established mining communities. This eliminates costly remote camp construction and enables commuting workforce, reducing both capital requirements and operating costs while improving social acceptability.The board collectively brings experience from nine mine construction projects. Manson successfully led the on-time, on-budget construction of the Renard mine in Quebec and advanced Marathon Gold's Valentine project to recent production. This track record directly addresses execution risk—the primary concern for development-stage mining investments.As a high-grade deposit, O'Brien delivers disproportionate margin expansion as gold prices rise. With mining costs relatively fixed and revenue per tonne increasing directly with gold price, the recent engineering study based on $2,500 gold appears increasingly conservative as prices approach $4,000 per ounce.Prominent resource investor Michael Gentile serves on the board with personal family capital invested, providing both credibility and strategic guidance while supporting European institutional roadshows. The company maintains flexibility to pursue toll milling agreements, joint ventures with regional producers, or corporate transactions—positioning to deliver optimal risk-adjusted returns.Radisson offers exposure to high-grade Quebec gold development with exceptional discovery economics, capital-efficient strategy, proven management, and strong gold price leverage. The combination of immediate value creation through drilling, multiple pathways to development, and substantial upside to rising gold prices creates a compelling risk-reward profile for resource investors seeking exposure to advanced-stage projects with clear paths to production.View Radisson Mining's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/radisson-resourcesSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Cartier Resources announced the first batch of results from Contact Sector and more precisely, the North Contact Zone (NCZ), from the fully funded 100,000-m drilling program at the Cadillac Project in the Abitibi of Quebec. CEO Philippe Cloutier provides his commentary on the results and shines some insights into how the new data is being implemented in its AI application for further targeting.

Jonathon Deluce of Abitibi Metals wrapped up Beaver Creek with us this year as he provided an exploration update from the B26 project. The company recently published new drill results. We talk through those and the strategies for expansion and definition drilling in this campaign.

Cesar Gonzales of Bonterra Resources provided an update on the two different drilling campaigns happening on their properties in the Abitibi of Canada. At the Desmaraisville South property, drilling is currently underway.  Exploration work at the Phoenix JV with partners Gold Fields is slated for a 15,000m campaign.

Interview with Ivan Fairhall, Managing Director of Pivotal Metals Ltd.Recording date: 26th August 2025Pivotal Metals Limited operates two complementary mining projects in Quebec that highlight the current disconnect between asset quality and market valuation in the junior mining sector. The company's flagship Horden Lake copper project contains 400,000 tons of copper equivalent resources, positioning it well above the scale threshold for strategic interest, yet trades at a $7 million market capitalization that management believes significantly undervalues the underlying assets.Managing Director Ivan Fairhall has spent two years consolidating technical work at Horden Lake, completing metallurgical testing and resource definition to create what he describes as a cohesive development narrative. Despite this progress, the market has not reflected the enhanced technical profile in the company's share price, creating what appears to be a substantial value gap.Rather than pursuing traditional drill-intensive expansion programs, Pivotal has adopted a disciplined capital allocation approach focused on high-return activities. The company is emphasizing metallurgical optimization and strategic partnership discussions for Horden Lake while shifting exploration capital toward its Belleterre projects in Quebec's infrastructure-rich Abitibi region.The Belleterre portfolio encompasses 160 kilometers of greenstone belt geology with multiple untested geophysical anomalies and historical high-grade discoveries dating to the 1960s. Using modern fixed-loop electromagnetic surveys, the company has identified several drill-ready targets that could provide near-term discovery catalysts. The projects benefit from proximity to operating mines and available processing facilities, reducing development risk.Pivotal operates alongside well-funded competitors, including Vior Inc., which raised $40 million for extensive drilling programs on contiguous properties. This regional activity validates the district's prospectivity while creating potential strategic opportunities as major operators like Agnico Eagle seek projects to fill underutilized mills. The combination of advanced development assets and high-grade exploration potential positions Pivotal as a potential beneficiary of improved market sentiment toward quality junior mining companies.Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Jon Deluce, Founder & CEO of Abitibi Metals Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/abitibi-metals-cseamq-unlocking-an-185mt-copper-gold-asset-hidden-for-20-years-7224Recording date: 26th August 2025Abitibi Metals Corp. is advancing a high-grade, Quebec-based polymetallic development anchored by the B26 deposit, an asset optioned from SOQUEM, that combines scale, exceptional metallurgy, and infrastructure advantages within a premier mining jurisdiction. The company's updated resource now totals roughly 18.5 million tonnes at about 2.17–2.18% copper equivalent, providing a robust platform for continued growth and technical de-risking within a well-understood volcanic massive sulfide system near the historic Selbaie mine, just 7 kilometers away. With a balance sheet showing approximately $17–18 million in cash and a plan fully financed through Q1 2027, Abitibi is executing an aggressive multi-rig drill campaign to expand the footprint and demonstrate economic scale, targeting a pathway to strategic investment or acquisition by a major.Strategically, Abitibi's partnership with the Quebec government delivers alignment, validation, and capital efficiency, as the company inherits about $25 million of prior investment and leverages existing power and road infrastructure that reduce capital intensity and support year-round operations. The deposit's metallurgy stands out: reported recoveries approach 98% for copper alongside strong gold, zinc, and silver performance, complementing significant gold credits that enhance copper-equivalent grades and improve project optionality across commodity cycles. This combination of grade, recoveries, and infrastructure positions B26 competitively against peers in stable jurisdictions at a time when copper demand from electrification is intensifying and large-scale, high-grade polymetallic inventories are increasingly scarce.Abitibi's current and planned drilling—on the order of ~17,000–20,000 meters this year with an additional ~25,000 meters in 2026—prioritizes step-outs to test continuity at depth and along strike, aiming to grow the deposit toward a 30–50 million tonne profile while advancing toward a preliminary economic assessment targeted within the option earn-in timeline. Management's endgame is clear: prove scale and economics to attract **major-company interest**, capitalizing on Quebec's mining-friendly framework and the district's processing legacy near Selbaie to shorten development pathways and unlock **value** in a critical metals market.View Abitibi Metals' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/abitibi-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Paul Ténière, CEO of Lafleur Minerals Inc.Recording date: 4th August 2025Lafleur Minerals Incorporated is emerging as a compelling opportunity in Quebec's prolific Abitibi gold belt, where CEO Paul Ténière is executing a strategic plan to become a near-term gold producer through recently acquired mining assets from Monarch Mining's bankruptcy proceedings in 2024.The company's foundation rests on two key acquisitions: the Swanson gold project containing approximately 200,000 ounces of gold, and the Beacon gold mill, a fully refurbished processing facility. The Swanson deposit, located 50-60 kilometers north of Val-d'Or, sits on an existing mining lease originally granted to Agnico Eagle in 2009, significantly reducing typical permitting timelines that can extend for years.Lafleur's near-term production strategy centers on bulk sampling 80,000-100,000 tons at Swanson for processing at the Beacon mill. This approach serves multiple objectives: metallurgical testing, revenue generation, and operational experience while maintaining capital efficiency. The company plans to implement ore sorting technology to enhance grade and reduce transportation costs.The Beacon mill represents a critical strategic advantage, having been completely refurbished by Monarch with a $20 million CAD investment before the bankruptcy. With capacity ranging from 750-1,000 tons per day and potential expansion to 2,000-5,000 tons per day, the mill requires only $5-6 million CAD to restart operations.Beyond immediate production, Lafleur targets regional consolidation across its expanded 180-square-kilometer land package, aiming to exceed one million ounces through systematic exploration of additional deposits including Bartec and Jolin targets. The company also sees opportunity in custom milling services, capitalizing on limited regional processing capacity.Operating in an environment where gold has risen from $1,800 to above $3,300 per ounce since acquisition, Lafleur exemplifies how higher prices are revitalizing previously sub-economic deposits, particularly those with existing infrastructure and streamlined development pathways in established mining districts.Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

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Hear about travel to the region of Abitibi-Témiscamingue in Quebec as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jennifer Doré Dallas from Chasing Poutine about this out of the way road trip. Why should you go to Abitibi-Témiscamingue? Jennifer says, "Most people don't really know about it outside of Quebec. But in our province, it's really well known, especially for nature. It's a true paradise for nature lovers. It's also historical, bringing us back to log driving and fur trading times. I'll take you from gold mines to microbreweries to pristine lakes. Basically, you're off the beaten path, and what I love about this region is that everybody thinks it's remote, but it's so accessible and it's so easy to travel to." Jennifer recommends a one-week road trip itinerary to explore Abitibi-Témiscamingue, starting from Montreal and looping through five key regions (MRCs), each with its own blend of nature, history, Indigenous culture, and food. Here's a breakdown of her recommended route: Day-by-Day Itinerary for Abitibi-Témiscamingue Road Trip Day 1 – Drive from Montreal to Val-d'Or (Gold Valley) ... https://amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-abitibi-temiscamingue-in-quebec/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saf Dhillon, President & CEO of iMetal Resources (TSXV: IMR | OTCQB: IMRFF | FRANKFURT: A7V), shares insights into the company's 100%-owned flagship project, Gowganda West, located in the Abitibi Greenstone Belt. The project has already shown promising results, including a successful discovery hole with roughly 50 meters of about a gram of gold—originally drilled when gold prices were under $1,500/oz. With prices now hovering between $3,400 and $3,500/oz, the discovery has drawn new investor interest.Strategically located near major producers and supported by strong infrastructure, Gowganda West could represent significant upside potential for iMetal Resources.Learn more about iMetal Resources: https://imetalresources.ca/iMetal Resources will be at the Commodities Global Expo 2025, taking place on May 11–13 at the Four Seasons in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Secure your spot at the Commodities Global Expo 2025 and connect with iMetal Resources: https://topshelf-partners.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/RVNklLoWFmwAnd follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/@GlobalOneMedia?sub_confirmation=1

Saf Dhillon, President & CEO of iMetal Resources (TSXV: IMR | OTCQB: IMRFF | FRANKFURT: A7V), shares insights into the company's 100%-owned flagship project, Gowganda West, located in the Abitibi Greenstone Belt. The project has already shown promising results, including a successful discovery hole with roughly 50 meters of about a gram of gold—originally drilled when gold prices were under $1,500/oz. With prices now hovering between $3,400 and $3,500/oz, the discovery has drawn new investor interest.Strategically located near major producers and supported by strong infrastructure, Gowganda West could represent significant upside potential for iMetal Resources.Learn more about iMetal Resources: https://imetalresources.ca/iMetal Resources will be at the Commodities Global Expo 2025, taking place on May 11–13 at the Four Seasons in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Secure your spot at the Commodities Global Expo 2025 and connect with iMetal Resources: https://topshelf-partners.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/RVNklLoWFmwAnd follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/@GlobalOneMedia?sub_confirmation=1