# Canuc Discovers New Near-Surface Gold Zone at East-West Pit Area \(Zone 2\), East Sudbury Project

Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b

Original source: https://money.tmx.com/en/quote/CDA/news/4575172407858603/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud

Publisher: tmx

Original announcement: 2026-09-09T13:00:00.000Z

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published: Unknown date

Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date

- Company: Canuc Resources Corporation

- Ticker: CDA

- Exchange: TSX

- Region: Ontario

- Primary commodity: Gold

- Secondary commodities: None reported

- Document categories: Drill results, Resource update

- Extracted: 2026-09-19 14:21:22 UTC

Narrative sentiment: 0.70 · Bullish

## Minestarters Atlas summary

Canuc Resources announced the discovery of a new near-surface gold zone, Zone 2, at its East Sudbury Project in Ontario. Initial drilling has intersected significant gold mineralization over a strike length of 170 meters, with several holes returning strong to exceptional grades. The company plans to include this new zone in a maiden mineral resource estimate later in 2026.

Reasoning: Canuc Resources announced the discovery of a new near-surface gold zone at its East Sudbury Project, with several drill holes returning strong to exceptional gold intercepts over good widths, including bonanza grades. The zone is open for expansion and is intended for inclusion in an upcoming maiden resource estimate, indicating significant novelty and materiality. While some holes were low-grade and true widths are interpreted, the overall results are very positive for the project's potential.

- Positive factor: Discovery of a new near-surface gold zone \(Zone 2\) with significant strike length \(170m\).

- Positive factor: Multiple drill intercepts show economic gold grades over good widths, including bonanza grades in sub-intervals.

- Positive factor: The zone remains open to the north, indicating potential for further expansion.

- Positive factor: Company intends to include this new zone in a maiden mineral resource estimate later in 2026.

- Positive factor: QA/QC procedures are disclosed, including use of an ISO accredited lab and QP sign-off.

- Negative factor: Some holes returned only weakly elevated gold values, indicating variability.

- Negative factor: True widths are interpreted to be 3-15m, which is narrower than some downhole intercepts, suggesting oblique drilling.

- Negative factor: Historical resource estimate is not NI 43-101 compliant and requires significant verification.

Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.

Facts used in scoring: 17

## Classification and evidence

**Bonanza Intercept**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: Hole SM-26-151 returned 1.0 metre at 7.58 g/t Au, and SM-26-160 returned 1.0 metre at 4.29 g/t Au and 1.0 metre at 3.52 g/t Au, which are exceptionally high grades for gold in an open-pit context.

Evidence · table

> 7.58

Context: 1

**True Width Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: The document states that 'True widths of the mineralized zone are interpreted to be in the range of 3 to 15 metres based on current geological interpretation.'

Evidence · text

> True widths of the mineralized zone are interpreted to be in the range of 3 to 15 metres based on current geological interpretation.

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: The release details QA/QC procedures including blind control samples \(standards, duplicates, blanks\), use of Activation Laboratory, and review by a Qualified Person.

Evidence · text

> All core samples were logged and split in half using a diamond saw at the Company's secure core logging facility. Split cores were then securely transported directly to the Activation Laboratory preparation laboratory in North Bay, ON and subsequently assayed for Au and multi-element ICP analysis in Actlabs' ISO accredited laboratory in Ancaster, ON. Blind control samples \(1 standard, 1 duplicate and 1 blank in each 30 samples submitted\) were routinely inserted into the sample stream before shipping. Data verification was completed successfully.

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Seymour Sears, B.A., B.Sc., P.Geo, a non-independent qualified person as defined by NI 43-101.

Evidence · text

> The technical information in this release has been reviewed and approved by Seymour Sears, B.A., B.Sc., P.Geo, a non-independent qualified person as defined by NI 43-101, who is currently managing exploration activity on the ESP Project.

**Step-Out Extension**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The drilling has traced the new Zone 2 over a strike length of approximately 170 meters and it remains open to the north, extending mineralization beyond previously recognized limits.

Evidence · text

> this new gold zone \(East-West Pit Area Zone 2\) has been traced over a strike length of approximately 170 m.

**Maiden Resource**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: 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.

Why it applies: The company states its objective is to include this new zone in the ESP property's maiden mineral resource estimate, expected later in 2026.

Evidence · text

> our objective is now to include this new zone in the ESP property's maiden mineral resource estimate, which we currently expect to release later this year.

**Historical Estimate Only**

Polarity: negative

Definition: Estimate pre-dates or does not comply with current JORC/NI 43-101 standards — requires verification drilling.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that the historical estimate for the East-West Pit 'predates NI 43-101 and uses terminology that is not consistent with current CIM Definition Standards' and 'A Qualified Person has not completed sufficient work to classify the historical estimate as a current mineral resource or mineral reserve'.

Evidence · text

> The historical estimate predates NI 43-101 and uses terminology that is not consistent with current CIM Definition Standards. A Qualified Person has not completed sufficient work to classify the historical estimate as a current mineral resource or mineral reserve, and the Company is not treating the historical estimate as a current mineral resource or mineral reserve.

## Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 17. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

## Drill Results (16)

### SM-26-151

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-1)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-151
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.21
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 8 m
- From: 3.5 m
- To: 11.5 m
- Hole Depth: 60 m
- Intercept Depth: 3.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-151:3.5-11.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529576
- Northing: 5166494
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 302 m
- Azimuth: 160 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept represents a good grade and width for near-surface gold mineralization, contributing positively to the new discovery.

- Positive factor: Good grade and width for near-surface gold.

- Positive factor: Part of a new discovery zone.

Evidence · table

> 1.21

Context: 8

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-151

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-2)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-151
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 7.58
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- From: 7.5 m
- To: 8.5 m
- Hole Depth: 60 m
- Intercept Depth: 3.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-151:7.5-8.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529576
- Northing: 5166494
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 302 m
- Azimuth: 160 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows an exceptionally high gold grade, indicating bonanza-grade mineralization within the new discovery zone, which is highly positive.

- Positive factor: Exceptional gold grade \(bonanza intercept\).

- Positive factor: Confirms high-grade potential within the broader intercept.

Evidence · table

> 7.58

Context: 1

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-152

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-3)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-152
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.56
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 19.9 m
- From: 7.6 m
- To: 27.5 m
- Hole Depth: 48 m
- Intercept Depth: 7.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-152:7.6-27.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529576
- Northing: 5166493
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 302 m
- Azimuth: 161 °
- Dip: -65 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good width of gold mineralization at shallow depths, supporting the continuity of the new Zone 2.

- Positive factor: Good width for near-surface gold mineralization.

- Positive factor: Part of a new discovery zone.

Evidence · table

> 0.56

Context: 19.9

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-152

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-4)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-152
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.2
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- From: 8.6 m
- To: 9.6 m
- Hole Depth: 48 m
- Intercept Depth: 7.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-152:8.6-9.6
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529576
- Northing: 5166493
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 302 m
- Azimuth: 161 °
- Dip: -65 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This sub-interval demonstrates a strong gold grade, reinforcing the presence of higher-grade sections within the newly discovered Zone 2.

- Positive factor: Strong gold grade within the broader intercept.

- Positive factor: Supports the high-grade potential of the new zone.

Evidence · table

> 3.2

Context: 1

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-153

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-5)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-153
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.51
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 20 m
- From: 18.3 m
- To: 38.3 m
- Hole Depth: 52 m
- Intercept Depth: 18.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-153:18.3-38.3
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529525
- Northing: 5166485
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 308 m
- Azimuth: 190 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept is one of the most significant reported, with a strong gold grade over a substantial width, indicating good potential for the new Zone 2.

- Positive factor: Strong grade and significant width for near-surface gold.

- Positive factor: One of the best intercepts in the new discovery.

Evidence · table

> 1.51

Context: 20

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-153

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-6)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-153
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.78
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 5 m
- From: 26.3 m
- To: 31.3 m
- Hole Depth: 52 m
- Intercept Depth: 18.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-153:26.3-31.3
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529525
- Northing: 5166485
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 308 m
- Azimuth: 190 °
- Dip: -45 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a strong gold grade over a good width, further enhancing the positive interpretation of the SM-26-153 intercept and the new Zone 2.

- Positive factor: Strong gold grade over a good width within the broader intercept.

- Positive factor: Highlights the higher-grade potential of the new zone.

Evidence · table

> 3.78

Context: 5

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-156

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-7)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-156
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.102
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 14 m
- From: 79.5 m
- To: 93.5 m
- Hole Depth: 107 m
- Intercept Depth: 79.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-156:79.5-93.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529500
- Northing: 5166484
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 308 m
- Azimuth: 185 °
- Dip: -76 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: While confirming mineralization over a decent width, the gold grade is quite low, indicating this specific intercept is unlikely to be economic on its own.

- Positive factor: Confirms presence of mineralization over a good width.

- Negative factor: Low gold grade, below typical economic thresholds for open pit.

Evidence · table

> 0.102

Context: 14

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-157

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-8)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-157
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.572
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 5.5 m
- From: 9 m
- To: 14.5 m
- Hole Depth: 51 m
- Intercept Depth: 9 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-157:9-14.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529553
- Northing: 5166485
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 305 m
- Azimuth: 152 °
- Dip: -46.7 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate gold grade over a reasonable width, contributing to the overall understanding of the new Zone 2.

- Positive factor: Moderate gold grade over a reasonable width for near-surface mineralization.

Evidence · table

> 0.572

Context: 5.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-160

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-9)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-160
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 4.29
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- From: 35 m
- To: 36 m
- Hole Depth: 102 m
- Intercept Depth: 35 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-160:35-36
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529585
- Northing: 5166518
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 300 m
- Azimuth: 149 °
- Dip: -60 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows an exceptionally high gold grade, highlighting the bonanza-grade potential of the new Zone 2, despite the narrow width.

- Positive factor: Exceptional gold grade \(bonanza intercept\).

- Positive factor: Indicates high-grade potential within the new zone.

Evidence · table

> 4.29

Context: 1

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-160

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-10)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-160
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.28
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 4 m
- From: 50 m
- To: 54 m
- Hole Depth: 102 m
- Intercept Depth: 35 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-160:50-54
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529585
- Northing: 5166518
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 300 m
- Azimuth: 149 °
- Dip: -60 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept provides another good gold grade over a reasonable width, further supporting the continuity and potential of the new Zone 2.

- Positive factor: Good gold grade over a reasonable width.

- Positive factor: Adds to the overall positive results from the new zone.

Evidence · table

> 1.28

Context: 4

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### SM-26-160

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-11)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SM-26-160
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.52
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- From: 52 m
- To: 53 m
- Hole Depth: 102 m
- Intercept Depth: 35 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SM-26-160:52-53
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- Easting: 529585
- Northing: 5166518
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Elevation: 300 m
- Azimuth: 149 °
- Dip: -60 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a strong gold grade, further confirming the presence of higher-grade sections within the newly discovered Zone 2.

- Positive factor: Strong gold grade within the broader intercept.

- Positive factor: Supports the high-grade potential of the new zone.

Evidence · table

> 3.52

Context: 1

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### Incl:

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-12)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: Incl:
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 7.58
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- From: 7.5 m
- To: 8.5 m
- Intercept Depth: 7.5 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: Incl::7.5-8.5
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 7.58 g/t gold is exceptional against the open\_pit mining band \[5, 2, 1, 0.3\] g/t. Grade×width 7.6 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is exceptional; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 7.58 g/t gold is exceptional on the open\_pit mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 7.58

Context: Incl:

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### Incl:

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-13)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: Incl:
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.2
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- From: 8.6 m
- To: 9.6 m
- Intercept Depth: 8.6 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: Incl::8.6-9.6
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 3.2 g/t gold is strong against the open\_pit mining band \[5, 2, 1, 0.3\] g/t. Grade×width 3.2 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 3.2 g/t gold is strong on the open\_pit mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 3.2

Context: Incl:

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### Incl:

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-14)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: Incl:
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.78
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 5 m
- From: 26.3 m
- To: 31.3 m
- Intercept Depth: 26.3 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: Incl::26.3-31.3
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 3.78 g/t gold is strong against the open\_pit mining band \[5, 2, 1, 0.3\] g/t. Grade×width 18.9 g/t·m is weak \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 3.78 g/t gold is strong on the open\_pit mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 3.78

Context: Incl:

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### also

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-15)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: also
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.28
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 4 m
- From: 50 m
- To: 54 m
- Intercept Depth: 50 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: also:50-54
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.28 g/t gold is moderate against the open\_pit mining band \[5, 2, 1, 0.3\] g/t. Grade×width 5.1 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used\).

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 1.28

Context: also

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

### Incl:

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-drill-facts-16)

East Sudbury · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: Incl:
- Project: East Sudbury
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: canada\_on
- Ticker: CDA

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.52
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1 m
- From: 52 m
- To: 53 m
- Intercept Depth: 52 m

#### Classification

- Deposit Type: orogenic
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: Incl::52-53
- Mining Method: open\_pit

#### Location

- Location: E-W Zone 2
- CRS: NAD 83 Zone 17N
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

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

#### Review

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

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 3.52 g/t gold is strong against the open\_pit mining band \[5, 2, 1, 0.3\] g/t. Grade×width 3.5 g/t·m is below \(grade alone is strong; the better of the two is used\).

- Positive factor: 3.52 g/t gold is strong on the open\_pit mining band.

- Negative factor: Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

> 3.52

Context: Incl:

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ten \(10\) holes have intersected the target zone Highlights New discovery: Zone 2 is a previously unrecognized, north-dip"

## Resource Estimates (1)

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/canuc-discovers-new-near-surface-gold-zone-at-east-west-pit-area-zone-2-east-sud--b3f85536-3148-453d-a053-6ec8fe9bbb5b#fact-resource-facts-0)

East Sudbury Project · gold

Historical result

Needs review: historical\_restatement

#### Identity

- Project: East Sudbury Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_on
- Reported Region: Ontario
- Ticker: CDA

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Reporting standards: other
- Resource group id: resource:313764ac417e13ad1ee0
- Deposit or zone: East-West Pit
- Mining method: open\_pit

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 23224
- Grade: 7.03
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 163.2
- Contained Unit: kg
- Cutoff Grade: 2.74
- Cutoff Unit: g/t

#### Review

- Needs Review: Yes
- Review Reason: historical\_restatement
- Historical: Yes
- Historical Source Date: 1983-01-01T00:00:00.000Z

#### Dates

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

Reasoning: This is a historical estimate that provides context for the area's potential but cannot be relied upon as a current resource. Its non-compliance with modern standards and potential depletion significantly reduce its confidence and materiality as a standalone fact.

- Positive factor: Indicates historical presence of high-grade gold mineralization.

- Positive factor: Serves as an exploration guide for current work.

- Negative factor: Historical estimate, not compliant with current NI 43-101 standards.

- Negative factor: Requires significant verification work to be classified as a current resource.

- Negative factor: May have been materially depleted by historical mining.

Evidence · text

> The 1983 historical estimate for the East-West Pit was 25,600 short tons grading 0.225 ounces gold per short ton \(approximating to 23,224 tonnes grading 7.03 g/t Au\). This estimate was classified as open pit "diluted indicated and diluted inferred reserves". The estimate applied a 1:1 waste-to-ore dilution ratio and had a cut-off grade of 0.08 oz/ton \(2.74 g/t\) Au.

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**Stale Estimate**

Polarity: negative

Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 43.7 years before this release

## 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.