# Mining News in Ontario

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## Zentek Files Technical Report for the Albany Graphite PEA: US$3.85 Billion After-Tax NPV at a 5% Discount Rate, 27.4% After-Tax IRR, on an Acid-Free Route to Ultra-High-Purity Graphite

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/zentek-files-technical-report-for-the-albany-graphite-pea-us-3-85-billion-after--ab961fe9-e4c4-4deb-9be3-d5cf80dff79b) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/zentek-files-technical-report-for-the-albany-graphite-pea-us-3-85-billion-after--ab961fe9-e4c4-4deb-9be3-d5cf80dff79b.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-24T11:40:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: Zentek Ltd. (ZEN.V)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/ZEN.V/press-releases/6158244542695071)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.618
- Atlas tags: Mill Route

Zentek has filed the technical report for its Albany Graphite Project Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA), outlining a US$3.85 billion after-tax NPV at a 5% discount rate and a 27.4% after-tax IRR. The study proposes an acid-free purification route to produce 30,000 tonnes per year of ultra-high-purity graphite over a 30-year production period, with an initial capital cost of US$817 million. The project also features a significant mineral resource estimate, including 23.1 Mt indicated at 4.14% Cg and 13.3 Mt inferred at 2.88% Cg, and is recommended for advancement to a Pre-Feasibility Study.

## NexGold hits 14g at Goldlund in Ontario

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/nexgold-hits-14g-at-goldlund-in-ontario--14509f17-e6f6-4c74-b503-f9371993bde0) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/nexgold-hits-14g-at-goldlund-in-ontario--14509f17-e6f6-4c74-b503-f9371993bde0.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-23T15:45:42.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: NexGold Mining (NEXG)
- Original source: [northernminer](https://www.northernminer.com/news/nexgold-hits-14g-at-goldlund-in-ontario/1003895075/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.514
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, Infill Drilling, Probable Reserve, PFS Complete

NexGold Mining reported high-grade gold drill results at its Goldlund deposit in Ontario, highlighted by a 7m intercept of 14.07 g/t Au. The results support the company's infill and extension drilling program in Zone 4, aiming to refine the geological model and potentially inform future resource assessments.

## Galactic Gold Provides Exploration Update on their Hardrock West Main Block Property Confirming Mineralized Zone

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/galactic-gold-provides-exploration-update-on-their-hardrock-west-main-block-prop--4db80977-ba23-45fe-bae9-9aa643ca7d10) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/galactic-gold-provides-exploration-update-on-their-hardrock-west-main-block-prop--4db80977-ba23-45fe-bae9-9aa643ca7d10.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-23T12:45:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: Galactic Gold Corp. (GGAU.V)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/GGAU.V/press-releases/4898668859049718)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.448
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, QA/QC Disclosed, Nearology Play

Galactic Gold has reported high-grade gold and silver surface grab samples from the Sturgeon Bridge area of the Hardrock West Project in Ontario. The company plans a 2,000 m diamond drill program to test down-dip extensions and new targets identified through structural analysis.

## Galactic Gold Provides Exploration Update on their Hardrock West Main Block Property Confirming Mineralized Zone

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/galactic-gold-provides-exploration-update-on-their-hardrock-west-main-block-prop--a6eebb92-82e4-41a1-ab01-5b2c71034f54) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/galactic-gold-provides-exploration-update-on-their-hardrock-west-main-block-prop--a6eebb92-82e4-41a1-ab01-5b2c71034f54.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-23T12:45:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: Galactic Gold Corp. (GGAU)
- Original source: [newsfile](https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/315624/Galactic-Gold-Provides-Exploration-Update-on-their-Hardrock-West-Main-Block-Property-Confirming-Mineralized-Zone)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.456
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, QA/QC Disclosed, Nearology Play

Galactic Gold Corp. has reported high-grade gold and silver surface grab samples from the Sturgeon Bridge area of its Hardrock West Project in Ontario. The results, including one sample of 13.4 g/t Au, confirm a mineralized zone and support a planned 2,000 m diamond drill program.

## Graycliff Drilling and Corporate Update

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/graycliff-drilling-and-corporate-update--8aac5490-d7b6-497f-a327-f4efeb34092f) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/graycliff-drilling-and-corporate-update--8aac5490-d7b6-497f-a327-f4efeb34092f.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-23T11:30:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: Graycliff Exploration Limited (GRAY.CN)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/GRAY.CN/press-releases/8522948319141567)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.131
- Atlas tags: Infill Drilling, QA/QC Disclosed

Graycliff Exploration has completed five additional core holes as part of its 2026 drilling campaign at the Shakespeare gold project in Ontario. While visual indicators of mineralization were noted in Hole D, assay results for all recent holes are still pending.

## New Mineralised VMS System Discovered at Storm's Gold Standard Project

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/new-mineralised-vms-system-discovered-at-storm-s-gold-standard-project--50da9b70-eab1-4229-984c-dc9660c2c6ca) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/new-mineralised-vms-system-discovered-at-storm-s-gold-standard-project--50da9b70-eab1-4229-984c-dc9660c2c6ca.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-23T11:16:08.639Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: Storm Exploration Inc. (STRM)
- Original source: [accesswire](https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/metals-and-mining/new-mineralised-vms-system-discovered-at-storms-gold-standard-project-1225721)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.456
- Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension, QA/QC Disclosed, Nearology Play

Storm Exploration Inc. has announced the discovery of a new Volcanogenic Massive Sulphide (VMS) system at its Gold Standard Project in Ontario. While 1,000m of drilling has confirmed the presence of copper and zinc sulphides, specific assay results are expected in early Q1 2027.

## Ashley Gold Corp. Reports First Assays from Phase III Step Out Drilling, Cuts 0.478 g/t Au over 55.00m in TAK-26-14

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/ashley-gold-corp-reports-first-assays-from-phase-iii-step-out-drilling-cuts-0-47--162bdd51-2f59-4e70-b001-93a406ec9669) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/ashley-gold-corp-reports-first-assays-from-phase-iii-step-out-drilling-cuts-0-47--162bdd51-2f59-4e70-b001-93a406ec9669.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-23T11:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: Ashley Gold Corp. (ASHL.CN)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/ASHL.CN/press-releases/5601189708844985)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.149
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, QP/CP Signed, Apparent Width Only, Step-Out Extension

Ashley Gold Corp. has reported initial assays from its Phase III step-out drilling program at the Tak project, with a highlight intercept of 0.478 g/t gold over 55.00 meters in hole TAK-26-14. This intercept is near surface and expands the strike potential of the 67Z zone. The company notes that step-out drilling is ongoing, with five Phase III holes remaining pending and seven Phase IV holes planned. Detailed QA/QC procedures were followed, and the technical information was approved by a Qualified Person.

## New Mineralised VMS System Discovered at Storm's Gold Standard Project

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/new-mineralised-vms-system-discovered-at-storm-s-gold-standard-project--4b782497-d88b-42cc-8af1-0d27f51a6a96) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/new-mineralised-vms-system-discovered-at-storm-s-gold-standard-project--4b782497-d88b-42cc-8af1-0d27f51a6a96.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-23T11:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: Storm Exploration Inc. (STRM.V)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/STRM.V/press-releases/5625322298805629)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.288
- Atlas tags: Nearology Play, QA/QC Disclosed, Apparent Width Only

Storm Exploration Inc. has announced the discovery of a new Volcanogenic Massive Sulphide (VMS) system at its Gold Standard Project in Ontario. While 1,000m of drilling across five holes has confirmed the presence of copper and zinc sulphides, specific assay results are not yet available and are expected in early Q1 2027.

## NexGold Intersects 14.07 g/t Gold over 7.0 Metres, 9.76 g/t Gold over 8.0 Metres and 2.84 g/t Gold over 13.0 Metres at the Goldlund Deposit, Ontario

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/nexgold-intersects-14-07-g-t-gold-over-7-0-metres-9-76-g-t-gold-over-8-0-metres--a9b10db6-21ec-4b1a-842b-b78dc1e3dbce) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/nexgold-intersects-14-07-g-t-gold-over-7-0-metres-9-76-g-t-gold-over-8-0-metres--a9b10db6-21ec-4b1a-842b-b78dc1e3dbce.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-23T11:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: NexGold Mining Corp. (NEXG.V)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/NEXG.V/press-releases/8794929630040839)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.604
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, Apparent Width Only, QA/QC Disclosed, Infill Drilling

NexGold Mining Corp. announced drill results from its Goldlund Deposit in Ontario, part of the Goliath Gold Complex. The program, which is 31,971 metres complete out of an expanded 35,000 metres, focuses on infill and extension drilling in Zone 4. Highlights include multiple high-grade gold intercepts, such as 14.07 g/t gold over 7.0 metres and 9.76 g/t gold over 8.0 metres in hole GL-26-034, confirming grade continuity at depth within a potential open pit. The results are expected to refine the geological model and support future Mineral Resource assessments.

## Inventus Expands Shallow High-Grade Main Layer and Identifies Broad Bulk-Tonnage Gold Potential at Pardo

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/inventus-expands-shallow-high-grade-main-layer-and-identifies-broad-bulk-tonnage--dfe1b030-0ef1-42ef-a1b3-92abe1bda655) · [Markdown](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/inventus-expands-shallow-high-grade-main-layer-and-identifies-broad-bulk-tonnage--dfe1b030-0ef1-42ef-a1b3-92abe1bda655.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-23T11:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: Inventus Mining Corp. (IVS.V)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/IVS.V/press-releases/7087571188657106)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.514
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, QP/CP Signed, True Width Disclosed, Maiden Resource, Heap Leach Route

Inventus Mining Corp. reports results from 100 drill holes at its Pardo 'River of Gold' Project in Ontario, highlighting shallow, high-grade gold intercepts and broad bulk-tonnage potential. Key results include 30.04 g/t gold over 0.33 m from 2.72 m depth in hole PD-26-348. The company is advancing a direct ship ore (DSO) strategy for high-grade zones and evaluating heap leaching for lower-grade, bulk-tonnage material across multiple stacked gold-bearing layers. A maiden mineral resource estimate is planned for Q4 2026, with 89 drill hole assays pending and Phase 3 drilling to commence in mid-October.

# Atlas tag definitions

- **Bonanza Intercept:** Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
- **Metal Equivalent Opaque:** Metal equivalent grade reported without disclosing the price, recovery, or payability assumptions used. Requires an actual metal equivalent grade; a combined elemental basket such as PGE is not a metal equivalent.
- **True Width Disclosed:** Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
- **Apparent Width Only:** Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
- **QA/QC Disclosed:** Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
- **Compositing Transparent:** Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
- **No QA/QC Disclosure:** Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
- **Cut-off Undisclosed:** Cut-off grade not disclosed — cannot assess comparability to prior estimates or peers.
- **Step-Out Extension:** Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
- **Infill Drilling:** Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
- **Stale Data Re-release:** Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
- **Deleterious Elements Present:** A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
- **Refractory Ore:** Complex mineralogy requiring oxidation or other special processing before recovery.
- **Nearology Play:** Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
- **Measured Resource:** Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
- **Indicated Resource:** Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
- **Proven Reserve:** Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
- **Probable Reserve:** Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
- **Inferred Resource:** Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
- **All Inferred:** M&I share below the weak bound — very early stage, no engineering confidence.
- **Tonnage Growth:** Tonnage increase reaching the strong tier vs prior estimate, with grade maintained or improved.
- **Grade Improvement:** Average resource grade improved vs prior estimate — better deposit economics.
- **Contained Metal Growth:** True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
- **Category Upgrade:** Resource confidence improved — Inferred upgraded to Indicated, or Indicated to Measured. De-risking signal.
- **Tonnage Decline:** Resource tonnage decreased vs prior estimate — pit optimization removed marginal material or geological model revised down.
- **Grade Decline:** Average grade fell below the red-flag bound vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
- **Contained Metal Decline:** Contained metal decreased vs prior despite tonnage growth — grade dilution exceeds volume gain.
- **Category Downgrade:** Resource confidence decreased — Measured downgraded to Indicated, or Indicated to Inferred. Unusual and concerning.
- **Dilutive Growth:** Tonnage increased but contained metal flat or down — likely from lower cut-off grade, not geological expansion.
- **Cut-off Lowered:** Cut-off grade reduced beyond the suspicious bound vs prior estimate — tonnage growth may be artificial inflation.
- **Cut-off Undisclosed:** Cut-off grade not disclosed — cannot assess comparability to prior estimates or peers.
- **Stale Estimate:** Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.
- **QP/CP Signed:** Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
- **Cut-off Disclosed:** Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
- **JORC Compliant:** Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
- **NI 43-101 Compliant:** Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
- **Historical Estimate Only:** Estimate pre-dates or does not comply with current JORC/NI 43-101 standards — requires verification drilling.
- **No Contained Metal:** Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
- **No QP/CP Disclosure:** No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
- **Maiden Resource:** First formal MRE for the project — establishes baseline but typically exploration-stage with high Inferred component. No prior estimate exists, so every change band is not applicable.
- **Resource Update:** Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
- **PEA-Supporting:** Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
- **PFS-Supporting:** Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
- **DFS-Supporting:** Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
- **High Recovery:** Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
- **Pilot Scale Complete:** Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.
- **Free Milling:** Simple, clean ore amenable to standard processing without oxidation.
- **Multi-Domain Tested:** Variability across ore domains (oxide, transition, fresh) has been addressed.
- **Recovery Improving:** Recovery improved versus a like-for-like prior test program on the same domain and route.
- **Low Recovery:** Recovery below the weak band for the commodity and processing route.
- **Bench Scale Only:** Only preliminary bench tests completed — no locked-cycle or pilot work.
- **Refractory Ore:** Complex mineralogy requiring oxidation or other special processing before recovery.
- **Single Domain Only:** Testing limited to one composite or domain — representativeness not established.
- **Recovery Stagnant:** No improvement across multiple test programs on comparable material.
- **Theoretical Recovery Only:** Only theoretical or liberation-derived recovery reported, with no actual test result.
- **Heap Leach Route:** Processing via heap leach — lower CAPEX and OPEX, lower recovery expected.
- **Mill Route:** Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
- **Gravity Route:** Gravity separation forms a material part of the flowsheet.
- **POX/BIOX Route:** Pressure or bio-oxidation for refractory ore — high CAPEX and OPEX.
- **Byproduct Commodity:** The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver.
- **DFS Bankable:** AACE Class 2-1 study complete and within the staleness window.
- **PFS Complete:** AACE Class 3 study complete.
- **PEA Only:** Only Class 4 / Initial Assessment economics available. Not bankable.
- **No Study:** No formal economic study — no engineering basis for the economics quoted.
- **Stale Study:** Beyond the staleness window measured from the estimate base date.
- **Inferred Heavy Feed:** Material Inferred share of LOM mill feed, or the share is undisclosed.
- **Resource Governance Undisclosed:** No QA/QC, top-cut methodology or QP independence disclosed. Caps study quality at the moderate tier.
- **NPV Cut vs Prior Study:** A restated study reduces NPV materially against its own predecessor on the same asset.
- **High IRR:** Post-tax real unlevered IRR in the strong tier or better.
- **Low IRR:** IRR below the moderate tier.
- **Below Jurisdiction Hurdle:** IRR below the greenfield or brownfield hurdle for its jurisdiction tier.
- **IRR Basis Undisclosed:** Real vs nominal not stated, so the tier is not comparable across studies.
- **Undervalued PNAV:** Funding-adjusted P/NAV in the strong tier or better.
- **Overvalued PNAV:** Funding-adjusted P/NAV in the red-flag tier.
- **Fast Payback:** Payback in the strong tier or better, on the required basis.
- **Slow Payback:** Payback in the weak tier or worse.
- **Bottom Quartile Cost:** P0-25 of the relevant commodity cost curve.
- **Top Quartile Cost:** P75-100 of the relevant commodity cost curve — first to cut in a downturn.
- **Cost Basis Undisclosed:** By-product vs co-product not stated, so quartile placement is unreliable.
- **Low Capital Intensity:** Below the benchmark for its project type.
- **High Capital Intensity:** Above the benchmark for its project type.
- **Conservative Pricing:** Conservative on the worst of the spot, 3-year and consensus comparisons.
- **Aggressive Pricing:** The study only works on a stretched price deck.
- **No Price Sensitivity:** No price sensitivity disclosed — treated as a deliberate signal, not a neutral gap.
- **No Discount Rate Sensitivity:** Blocks NPV normalisation to the common rate without reconstruction.
- **Price Deck Unstructured:** Prices given only as free text, so conservatism cannot be scored.
- **Long Reserve Life:** Reserve life index in the top tier of the single ladder.
- **Short Reserve Life:** Reserve life index in the critical tier.
- **Resource Life Upside:** Wide gap between reserve life and resource life — conversion upside rather than discovery dependence.
- **Fully Funded:** Funding coverage at or above 1.0x counting committed facilities only.
- **Material Funding Gap:** Funding coverage below the substantially-funded band.
- **Funding Gap Exceeds Market Cap:** Red flag regardless of headline NPV — the upside is not reachable by the current equity holder.
- **Encumbered by Stream:** An existing stream or royalty reduces attributable NAV and restricts future financing.
- **Stability Agreement:** Fiscal terms fixed, with a term covering the mine life.
- **High Government Take:** Total government take above the regional norm as a share of pre-tax cash flow.
- **Fully Permitted:** Key permits granted with no unresolved challenge.
- **Permit Challenge Outstanding:** An appeal or legal challenge is unresolved, which can defer first production indefinitely.
- **No Community Agreement:** Permits held but no IBA or benefit agreement — the start date is unsupported.
- **Closure Underprovisioned:** Closure provision materially below peers, unfunded, or undisclosed.
- **Upstream TSF:** Upstream tailings construction, which is banned in Brazil and Ecuador.