AuRico Reports 2014 Reserve & Resource Update
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- AuRico Gold Inc.
- Ticker
- AUQ
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- Unavailable
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- Copper, Silver
- Document categories
- Resource update
- Extracted
- 2026-09-17 11:52:54 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
AuRico Gold Inc. reported its 2014 year-end reserve and resource update, showing a significant increase in Measured & Indicated and Inferred gold resources, primarily from the Kemess East and Lynn Lake projects. Young-Davidson underground gold reserves increased by 6%, replacing production, while El Chanate reserves decreased by 37%. The estimates are NI 43-101 compliant and signed off by Qualified Persons, but the company notes that the resource information is not comparable to SEC requirements for US investors.
Reasoning: The document reports an annual update to mineral reserves and resources. While overall company-wide gold reserves saw a slight decrease, there was a significant increase in Measured & Indicated and Inferred gold resources, driven by new projects. Young-Davidson underground reserves increased, demonstrating successful replacement of depletion. However, El Chanate reserves decreased substantially. The report is NI 43-101 compliant with QP sign-off, but notes the non-comparability for US SEC standards.
Positive factors
- Significant increase in M&I and Inferred gold resources, primarily from Kemess East and Lynn Lake
- Young-Davidson underground gold reserves increased, replacing production
- QP/CP sign-off and NI 43-101 compliance
Negative factors
- El Chanate reserves decreased significantly due to mining depletion and slope angle reduction
- Overall company-wide gold reserves decreased slightly
- SEC does not recognize Measured, Indicated, and Inferred resource terms, limiting comparability for US investors
Facts used in scoring: 42
Classification and evidence
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: The document provides an annual update to the company's mineral reserve and resource estimates as of December 31, 2014.
Evidence · text
“AuRico Reports 2014 Reserve & Resource Update”
Tonnage Growthpositive
Tonnage increase reaching the strong tier vs prior estimate, with grade maintained or improved.
Why it applies: Measured and Indicated gold resources increased by 64% (1.6 million ounces) and Inferred gold resources increased by 409% (1.9 million ounces).
Evidence · text
“Measured and Indicated gold resources of 4.1 million gold ounces at a grade of 0.84 g/t, an increase of 1.6 million ounces, or 64%”
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: Chris Bostwick and Jeffrey Volk are named as Qualified Persons responsible for the review and supervision of the estimates.
Evidence · text
“Both Messrs Volk and Bostwick are "Qualified Persons" as defined by National Instrument 43-101.”
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: Mineral Reserves and Resources have been classified in accordance with Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum ("CIM") "CIM Definition Standards - For Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves" adopted by the CIM Council in accordance with the requirements of National Instrument 43-101.
Evidence · text
“classified in accordance with Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum ("CIM") "CIM Definition Standards - For Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves" adopted by the CIM Council in accordance with the requirements of National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101")”
Tonnage Declinenegative
Resource tonnage decreased vs prior estimate — pit optimization removed marginal material or geological model revised down.
Why it applies: Reserves at the El Chanate mine decreased by 37% due to mining depletion and a reduction in overall slope angles.
Evidence · text
“Reserves decreased by 37% at the El Chanate mine, due to both mining depletion and a reduction in overall slope angles”
SEC Non-Compliantnegative · Story-specific tag
No canonical definition is currently available.
Why it applies: The document explicitly states that Canadian standards differ significantly from SEC requirements, and mineral resource information is not comparable to SEC-disclosed mineral reserves.
Evidence · text
“Canadian standards differ significantly from the requirements of the SEC, and mineral resource information contained herein is not comparable to similar information regarding mineral reserves disclosed in accordance with the requirements of the SEC.”
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: A current resource fact retains the disclosed cut-off grade
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 42. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Resource Estimates (42)
provenYoung-Davidson · goldTonnes: 2501000Grade: 0.76Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 61Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Young-Davidson
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- northern Ontario
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:4d730c351466e2e0a227
- Deposit or zone
- Surface
Resource Data
- Category
- proven
- Tonnes
- 2501000
- Grade
- 0.76
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 61
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.5
- Cutoff Unit
- gpt
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
- Prior Grade
- 1.1
- Prior Contained Metal
- 140
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Proven gold reserves at Young-Davidson Surface decreased significantly by 57% from the prior year, indicating a reduction in this specific reserve category.
Negative factors
- Significant decrease in contained gold ounces compared to prior estimate
Evidence · table
“61”
Context: 2,501
Tags used in scoring
Proven Reservepositive
Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "proven"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
Grade Declinenegative
Average grade fell below the red-flag bound vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
Why it applies: 0.76 against 1.1 previously
Contained Metal Declinenegative
Contained metal decreased vs prior despite tonnage growth — grade dilution exceeds volume gain.
Why it applies: 61 against 140 previously
provenYoung-Davidson · goldTonnes: 12499000Grade: 2.83Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1137Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Young-Davidson
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- northern Ontario
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:7f7793f70f9a6a22e40e
- Deposit or zone
- Underground
Resource Data
- Category
- proven
- Tonnes
- 12499000
- Grade
- 2.83
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 1137
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1.9
- Cutoff Unit
- gpt
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
- Prior Grade
- 2.81
- Prior Contained Metal
- 3556
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Proven gold reserves at Young-Davidson Underground increased by 6% over the prior year, indicating successful replacement of production with a consistent grade profile.
Positive factors
- Increase in contained gold ounces compared to prior estimate
- Consistent grade profile
Evidence · table
“1,137”
Context: 12,499
Tags used in scoring
Proven Reservepositive
Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "proven"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
Contained Metal Declinenegative
Contained metal decreased vs prior despite tonnage growth — grade dilution exceeds volume gain.
Why it applies: 1137 against 3556 previously
probableYoung-Davidson · goldTonnes: 30274000Grade: 2.7Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 2626Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Young-Davidson
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- northern Ontario
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:43d11e003587326175d1
- Deposit or zone
- Underground
Resource Data
- Category
- probable
- Tonnes
- 30274000
- Grade
- 2.7
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 2626
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1.9
- Cutoff Unit
- gpt
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
- Prior Grade
- 2.81
- Prior Contained Metal
- 3556
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Probable gold reserves at Young-Davidson Underground contributed to the overall 6% increase in underground reserves, indicating successful replacement of production with a consistent grade profile.
Positive factors
- Increase in contained gold ounces compared to prior estimate
- Consistent grade profile
Evidence · table
“2,626”
Context: 30,274
Tags used in scoring
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "probable"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
Contained Metal Declinenegative
Contained metal decreased vs prior despite tonnage growth — grade dilution exceeds volume gain.
Why it applies: 2626 against 3556 previously
provenEl Chanate · goldTonnes: 18255000Grade: 0.8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 472Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Chanate
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- Sonora State, Mexico
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:7fc77c4bd51505321213
Resource Data
- Category
- proven
- Tonnes
- 18255000
- Grade
- 0.8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 472
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- gpt
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
- Prior Grade
- 0.7
- Prior Contained Metal
- 1023
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Proven gold reserves at El Chanate decreased by 37% from the prior year, primarily due to mining depletion and a reduction in overall slope angles, despite an increase in reserve grades.
Positive factors
- Reserve grades increased by 5%
Negative factors
- Significant decrease in contained gold ounces compared to prior estimate
- Reduction due to mining depletion and overall slope angles
Evidence · table
“472”
Context: 18,255
Tags used in scoring
Proven Reservepositive
Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "proven"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
Grade Improvementpositive
Average resource grade improved vs prior estimate — better deposit economics.
Why it applies: 0.8 against 0.7 previously
Contained Metal Declinenegative
Contained metal decreased vs prior despite tonnage growth — grade dilution exceeds volume gain.
Why it applies: 472 against 1023 previously
probableEl Chanate · goldTonnes: 8958000Grade: 0.6Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 174Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Chanate
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- Sonora State, Mexico
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:3b8ec61cea0888f73e86
Resource Data
- Category
- probable
- Tonnes
- 8958000
- Grade
- 0.6
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 174
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- gpt
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
- Prior Grade
- 0.7
- Prior Contained Metal
- 1023
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Probable gold reserves at El Chanate contributed to the overall 37% decrease in reserves, primarily due to mining depletion and a reduction in overall slope angles, despite an increase in reserve grades.
Positive factors
- Reserve grades increased by 5%
Negative factors
- Significant decrease in contained gold ounces compared to prior estimate
- Reduction due to mining depletion and overall slope angles
Evidence · table
“174”
Context: 8,958
Tags used in scoring
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "probable"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
Grade Declinenegative
Average grade fell below the red-flag bound vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
Why it applies: 0.6 against 0.7 previously
Contained Metal Declinenegative
Contained metal decreased vs prior despite tonnage growth — grade dilution exceeds volume gain.
Why it applies: 174 against 1023 previously
probableKemess Underground · goldTonnes: 100373000Grade: 0.56Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1805Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess Underground
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:b46d4b5e574efd6d33ac
Resource Data
- Category
- probable
- Tonnes
- 100373000
- Grade
- 0.56
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 1805
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 15
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
- Prior Grade
- 0.56
- Prior Contained Metal
- 1805
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Probable gold reserves at Kemess Underground remained unchanged from the prior year, indicating stability but no growth.
Positive factors
- Reserves remained stable compared to prior estimate
Evidence · table
“1,805”
Context: 100,373
Tags used in scoring
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "probable"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
probableKemess Underground · copperTonnes: 100373000Grade: 0.28Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 619151Contained Unit: klbsView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess Underground
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:b46d4b5e574efd6d33ac
Resource Data
- Category
- probable
- Tonnes
- 100373000
- Grade
- 0.28
- Grade Unit
- %
- Contained Metal
- 619151
- Contained Unit
- klbs
- Cutoff Grade
- 15
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Probable copper reserves at Kemess Underground are substantial, contributing to the project's overall value.
Positive factors
- Significant copper reserves reported
Evidence · table
“0.28”
Context: 100,373
Tags used in scoring
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "probable"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
probableKemess Underground · silverTonnes: 100373000Grade: 2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 6608Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess Underground
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:b46d4b5e574efd6d33ac
Resource Data
- Category
- probable
- Tonnes
- 100373000
- Grade
- 2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 6608
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 15
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Probable silver reserves at Kemess Underground provide additional value as a byproduct.
Positive factors
- Significant silver reserves reported as a byproduct
Evidence · table
“2.0”
Context: 100,373
Tags used in scoring
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "probable"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
measuredYoung-Davidson · goldTonnes: 496000Grade: 1.13Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 18Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Young-Davidson
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- northern Ontario
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:162d80e318e6ef9c1517
- Deposit or zone
- Surface
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 496000
- Grade
- 1.13
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 18
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Measured gold resources at Young-Davidson Surface contribute to the overall resource base with high confidence.
Positive factors
- Measured resources provide high confidence
Evidence · table
“18”
Context: 496
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedYoung-Davidson · goldTonnes: 1242000Grade: 1.28Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 51Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Young-Davidson
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- northern Ontario
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:18175ca86920f097ae4b
- Deposit or zone
- Surface
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 1242000
- Grade
- 1.28
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 51
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated gold resources at Young-Davidson Surface contribute to the overall resource base with good confidence.
Positive factors
- Indicated resources provide good confidence
Evidence · table
“51”
Context: 1,242
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
measuredYoung-Davidson · goldTonnes: 7855000Grade: 3.28Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 829Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Young-Davidson
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- northern Ontario
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:3e9609565b2ce03c089e
- Deposit or zone
- Underground
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 7855000
- Grade
- 3.28
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 829
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: High-grade measured gold resources at Young-Davidson Underground are a significant component of the resource base, providing high confidence for future development.
Positive factors
- High-grade measured resources provide strong confidence for underground mining
Evidence · table
“829”
Context: 7,855
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedYoung-Davidson · goldTonnes: 6090000Grade: 3.07Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 601Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Young-Davidson
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- northern Ontario
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:9691a383c6d22ee1c232
- Deposit or zone
- Underground
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 6090000
- Grade
- 3.07
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 601
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: High-grade indicated gold resources at Young-Davidson Underground are a significant component of the resource base, providing good confidence for future development.
Positive factors
- High-grade indicated resources provide good confidence for underground mining
Evidence · table
“601”
Context: 6,090
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredYoung-Davidson · goldTonnes: 31000Grade: 0.99Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Young-Davidson
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- northern Ontario
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:f432428c35fda6eca03b
- Deposit or zone
- Surface
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 31000
- Grade
- 0.99
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 1
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at Young-Davidson Surface represent early-stage potential but carry high uncertainty.
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“1”
Context: 31
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredYoung-Davidson · goldTonnes: 3608000Grade: 2.76Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 320Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Young-Davidson
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- northern Ontario
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:634f35b802c36566c7b4
- Deposit or zone
- Underground
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 3608000
- Grade
- 2.76
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 320
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at Young-Davidson Underground represent early-stage potential but carry high uncertainty.
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“320”
Context: 3,608
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
measuredEl Chanate · goldTonnes: 923000Grade: 0.58Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 17Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Chanate
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- Sonora State, Mexico
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:096178f6165412af211c
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 923000
- Grade
- 0.58
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 17
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Measured gold resources at El Chanate contribute to the overall resource base with high confidence.
Positive factors
- Measured resources provide high confidence
Evidence · table
“17”
Context: 923
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedEl Chanate · goldTonnes: 1842000Grade: 0.87Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 52Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Chanate
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- Sonora State, Mexico
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:d031d5a7eeccf09ee635
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 1842000
- Grade
- 0.87
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 52
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated gold resources at El Chanate contribute to the overall resource base with good confidence.
Positive factors
- Indicated resources provide good confidence
Evidence · table
“52”
Context: 1,842
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredEl Chanate · goldTonnes: 184000Grade: 0.38Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 2Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Chanate
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- Sonora State, Mexico
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:fc02fb704284b8f7ef82
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 184000
- Grade
- 0.38
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 2
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at El Chanate represent early-stage potential but carry high uncertainty.
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“2”
Context: 184
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedKemess Underground · goldTonnes: 65432000Grade: 0.41Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 854Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess Underground
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:ee0299d9face04595339
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 65432000
- Grade
- 0.41
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 854
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 13
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated gold resources at Kemess Underground are a substantial part of the company's resource base.
Positive factors
- Significant indicated gold resources
Evidence · table
“854”
Context: 65,432
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredKemess Underground · goldTonnes: 9969000Grade: 0.39Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 125Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess Underground
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:ecaf8f868af722a6fed1
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 9969000
- Grade
- 0.39
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 125
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 13
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at Kemess Underground represent early-stage potential but carry high uncertainty.
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“125”
Context: 9,969
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedKemess East · goldTonnes: 55864000Grade: 0.52Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 939Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess East
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:ca3f4a863cb36d21155c
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 55864000
- Grade
- 0.52
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 939
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 15
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated gold resources at Kemess East are a significant new addition to the resource base, resulting from a successful drilling program.
Positive factors
- Significant new indicated gold resources from successful drilling program
Evidence · table
“939”
Context: 55,864
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredKemess East · goldTonnes: 117152000Grade: 0.38Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1424Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess East
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:637d6c140baa3941087e
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 117152000
- Grade
- 0.38
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 1424
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 15
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at Kemess East are a significant new addition to the resource base, resulting from a successful drilling program, though they carry high uncertainty.
Positive factors
- Significant new inferred gold resources from successful drilling program
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“1,424”
Context: 117,152
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
measuredLynn Lake · goldTonnes: 3753000Grade: 1.99Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 240Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Lynn Lake
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- northern Manitoba
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:0321af77d6ce212ffec7
- Deposit or zone
- MacLellan
- Ownership percent
- 25 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 3753000
- Grade
- 1.99
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 240
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Measured gold resources at Lynn Lake (MacLellan) are a new addition from a strategic joint venture, providing high confidence.
Positive factors
- New measured resources from strategic joint venture
Evidence · table
“240”
Context: 3,753
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedLynn Lake · goldTonnes: 4344000Grade: 1.75Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 244Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Lynn Lake
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- northern Manitoba
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:2b46cf88be9b4e74529f
- Deposit or zone
- MacLellan
- Ownership percent
- 25 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 4344000
- Grade
- 1.75
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 244
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated gold resources at Lynn Lake (MacLellan) are a new addition from a strategic joint venture, providing good confidence.
Positive factors
- New indicated resources from strategic joint venture
Evidence · table
“244”
Context: 4,344
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredLynn Lake · goldTonnes: 475000Grade: 2.01Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 31Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Lynn Lake
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- northern Manitoba
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:3b667bc214d7860c7ee5
- Deposit or zone
- MacLellan
- Ownership percent
- 25 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 475000
- Grade
- 2.01
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 31
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at Lynn Lake (MacLellan) are a new addition from a strategic joint venture, though they carry high uncertainty.
Positive factors
- New inferred resources from strategic joint venture
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“31”
Context: 475
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedLynn Lake · goldTonnes: 1479000Grade: 3.21Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 153Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Lynn Lake
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- northern Manitoba
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:a42e69eccb0f945cabec
- Deposit or zone
- Farley Lake
- Ownership percent
- 25 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 1479000
- Grade
- 3.21
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 153
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: High-grade indicated gold resources at Lynn Lake (Farley Lake) are a new addition from a strategic joint venture, providing good confidence.
Positive factors
- New high-grade indicated resources from strategic joint venture
Evidence · table
“153”
Context: 1,479
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredLynn Lake · goldTonnes: 1091000Grade: 2.87Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 101Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Lynn Lake
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- northern Manitoba
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:e0e2664a485a4c4e5ceb
- Deposit or zone
- Farley Lake
- Ownership percent
- 25 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 1091000
- Grade
- 2.87
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 101
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at Lynn Lake (Farley Lake) are a new addition from a strategic joint venture, though they carry high uncertainty.
Positive factors
- New inferred resources from strategic joint venture
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“101”
Context: 1,091
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedLynn Lake · goldTonnes: 255000Grade: 1.4Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 11Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Lynn Lake
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- northern Manitoba
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:d2ba2862768abce93de3
- Deposit or zone
- Burnt Timber
- Ownership percent
- 25 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 255000
- Grade
- 1.4
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 11
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated gold resources at Lynn Lake (Burnt Timber) are a new addition from a strategic joint venture, providing good confidence.
Positive factors
- New indicated resources from strategic joint venture
Evidence · table
“11”
Context: 255
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredLynn Lake · goldTonnes: 5860000Grade: 1.04Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 195Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Lynn Lake
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- northern Manitoba
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:3b00f92c8d655918f2ba
- Deposit or zone
- Burnt Timber
- Ownership percent
- 25 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 5860000
- Grade
- 1.04
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 195
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at Lynn Lake (Burnt Timber) are a new addition from a strategic joint venture, though they carry high uncertainty.
Positive factors
- New inferred resources from strategic joint venture
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“195”
Context: 5,860
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedLynn Lake · goldTonnes: 246000Grade: 1.16Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 9Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Lynn Lake
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- northern Manitoba
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:55c1e91d26b2a5ea5e2f
- Deposit or zone
- Linkwood
- Ownership percent
- 25 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 246000
- Grade
- 1.16
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 9
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated gold resources at Lynn Lake (Linkwood) are a new addition from a strategic joint venture, providing good confidence.
Positive factors
- New indicated resources from strategic joint venture
Evidence · table
“9”
Context: 246
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredLynn Lake · goldTonnes: 5251000Grade: 1.16Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 196Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Lynn Lake
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_mb
- Reported Region
- northern Manitoba
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:0f13264ee0d518cc623b
- Deposit or zone
- Linkwood
- Ownership percent
- 25 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 5251000
- Grade
- 1.16
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 196
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at Lynn Lake (Linkwood) are a new addition from a strategic joint venture, though they carry high uncertainty.
Positive factors
- New inferred resources from strategic joint venture
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“196”
Context: 5,251
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedOrion · goldTonnes: 554000Grade: 3.66Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 65Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Orion
- Commodity
- gold
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:767058d6f9f3ffd3b83e
- Ownership percent
- 50 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 554000
- Grade
- 3.66
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 65
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: High-grade indicated gold resources at Orion contribute to the overall resource base with good confidence.
Positive factors
- High-grade indicated resources
Evidence · table
“65”
Context: 554
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredOrion · goldTonnes: 91000Grade: 3.33Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 10Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Orion
- Commodity
- gold
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:f11302840f57c932a61f
- Ownership percent
- 50 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 91000
- Grade
- 3.33
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 10
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred gold resources at Orion represent early-stage potential but carry high uncertainty.
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“10”
Context: 91
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedKemess Underground · copperTonnes: 65432000Grade: 0.24Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 346546Contained Unit: klbsView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess Underground
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:ee0299d9face04595339
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 65432000
- Grade
- 0.24
- Grade Unit
- %
- Contained Metal
- 346546
- Contained Unit
- klbs
- Cutoff Grade
- 13
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated copper resources at Kemess Underground are a substantial part of the company's resource base.
Positive factors
- Significant indicated copper resources
Evidence · table
“0.24”
Context: 65,432
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedKemess Underground · silverTonnes: 65432000Grade: 1.8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 3811Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess Underground
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:ee0299d9face04595339
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 65432000
- Grade
- 1.8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 3811
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 13
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated silver resources at Kemess Underground provide additional value as a byproduct.
Positive factors
- Significant indicated silver resources as a byproduct
Evidence · table
“1.8”
Context: 65,432
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredKemess Underground · copperTonnes: 9969000Grade: 0.21Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 46101Contained Unit: klbsView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess Underground
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:ecaf8f868af722a6fed1
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 9969000
- Grade
- 0.21
- Grade Unit
- %
- Contained Metal
- 46101
- Contained Unit
- klbs
- Cutoff Grade
- 13
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred copper resources at Kemess Underground represent early-stage potential but carry high uncertainty.
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“0.21”
Context: 9,969
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredKemess Underground · silverTonnes: 9969000Grade: 1.6Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 503Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess Underground
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:ecaf8f868af722a6fed1
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 9969000
- Grade
- 1.6
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 503
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 13
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred silver resources at Kemess Underground represent early-stage potential but carry high uncertainty.
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“1.6”
Context: 9,969
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedKemess East · copperTonnes: 55864000Grade: 0.41Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 503663Contained Unit: klbsView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess East
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:ca3f4a863cb36d21155c
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 55864000
- Grade
- 0.41
- Grade Unit
- %
- Contained Metal
- 503663
- Contained Unit
- klbs
- Cutoff Grade
- 15
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated copper resources at Kemess East are a significant new addition to the resource base, resulting from a successful drilling program.
Positive factors
- Significant new indicated copper resources from successful drilling program
Evidence · table
“0.41”
Context: 55,864
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedKemess East · silverTonnes: 55864000Grade: 2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 3601Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess East
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:ca3f4a863cb36d21155c
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 55864000
- Grade
- 2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 3601
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 15
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Indicated silver resources at Kemess East are a significant new addition to the resource base, resulting from a successful drilling program.
Positive factors
- Significant new indicated silver resources from successful drilling program
Evidence · table
“2.0”
Context: 55,864
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredKemess East · copperTonnes: 117152000Grade: 0.34Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 871407Contained Unit: klbsView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess East
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:637d6c140baa3941087e
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 117152000
- Grade
- 0.34
- Grade Unit
- %
- Contained Metal
- 871407
- Contained Unit
- klbs
- Cutoff Grade
- 15
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred copper resources at Kemess East are a significant new addition to the resource base, resulting from a successful drilling program, though they carry high uncertainty.
Positive factors
- Significant new inferred copper resources from successful drilling program
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“0.34”
Context: 117,152
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredKemess East · silverTonnes: 117152000Grade: 1.8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 6739Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Kemess East
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- northern British Columbia
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:637d6c140baa3941087e
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 117152000
- Grade
- 1.8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 6739
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 15
- Cutoff Unit
- NSR
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred silver resources at Kemess East are a significant new addition to the resource base, resulting from a successful drilling program, though they carry high uncertainty.
Positive factors
- Significant new inferred silver resources from successful drilling program
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“1.8”
Context: 117,152
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
indicatedOrion · silverTonnes: 554000Grade: 309Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 5503Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Orion
- Commodity
- silver
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:767058d6f9f3ffd3b83e
- Ownership percent
- 50 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 554000
- Grade
- 309
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 5503
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: High-grade indicated silver resources at Orion contribute to the overall resource base with good confidence.
Positive factors
- High-grade indicated silver resources
Evidence · table
“309”
Context: 554
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
inferredOrion · silverTonnes: 91000Grade: 95Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 275Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Orion
- Commodity
- silver
- Ticker
- AUQ
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2014-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Chris Bostwick, Jeffrey Volk
- Resource group id
- resource:f11302840f57c932a61f
- Ownership percent
- 50 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 91000
- Grade
- 95
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 275
- Contained Unit
- koz
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2014-12-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2015-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Inferred silver resources at Orion represent early-stage potential but carry high uncertainty.
Negative factors
- Inferred resources have high uncertainty
Evidence · table
“95”
Context: 91
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
How Atlas produces this analysis
Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.