Cartier Cuts 29.6 g/t Au over 1.7 m And 13.2 g/t Au over 1.0 m and Unlocks Two New High-Grade Gold Zones in Strategic Gap Between Chimo and East Chimo Deposits at Main (Cadillac)

Original announcement by tmx on

Company
Cartier Resources Inc.
Ticker
ECR
Exchange
TSX
Region
Quebec
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Drill results, Resource update
Extracted
2026-09-19 20:36:47 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Cartier Resources announced high-grade gold drill results from its Cadillac Project in Quebec, including 29.6 g/t Au over 1.7 m and 13.2 g/t Au over 1.0 m. The drilling identified two new high-grade gold zones (5B3 & 5C3) and extended the 5B4 Zone to surface, demonstrating significant potential for depth expansion and resource growth. The project also holds substantial existing gold resources, with a Preliminary Economic Assessment planned for 2026.

Reasoning: The announcement reports high-grade gold drill results, including the discovery of new zones and extension of existing mineralization, which significantly enhances the project's potential. The presence of substantial existing resources and planned economic studies further de-risks the project. Comprehensive QA/QC adds to the credibility of the results.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercepts, including 29.6 g/t Au over 1.7 m and 13.2 g/t Au over 1.0 m, demonstrate strong mineralization.
  • Discovery of two new high-grade gold zones (5B3 & 5C3) in a strategic gap between existing deposits indicates significant exploration success and potential for depth expansion.
  • Confirmation of near-surface mineralization (5B4 Zone extends to surface) opens up flexible operating scenarios and improves project economics.
  • The drill program is expanding known zones and testing new high-priority regional targets, suggesting continued growth potential.
  • The project has substantial existing Measured, Indicated, and Inferred gold resources, providing a strong foundation for future development.
  • Comprehensive QA/QC procedures are disclosed, including certified labs and QP sign-off, enhancing data credibility.

Negative factors

  • True width is estimated to be 65-85% of core length, meaning reported lengths may overstate true thickness, though this is disclosed.

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

Facts used in scoring: 14

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 14. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (8)

CA25-292ACadillac · goldGrade: 3.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CA25-292A
Project
Cadillac
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
ECR

Geometry

Grade
3.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4 m
From
65 m
To
69 m
Hole Depth
177 m
Intercept Depth
50 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CA25-292A:65-69
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
5B4
Easting
332658
Northing
5319634
Elevation
349 m
Azimuth
231 °
Dip
-45 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
MSALABS and Actlabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept confirms near-surface mineralization, which is positive for potential open-pit scenarios, with a moderate gold grade.

Positive factors

  • Good grade for gold in an open-pit context (3.1 g/t Au is moderate).
  • Intercept confirms extension of 5B4 Zone to surface, improving project economics.

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate (65-85% of core length), not precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“3.1”

Context: 4.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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 Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

CA25-295Cadillac · goldGrade: 4.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CA25-295
Project
Cadillac
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
ECR

Geometry

Grade
4.9
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.1 m
From
85.7 m
To
88.8 m
Hole Depth
132 m
Intercept Depth
75 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CA25-295:85.7-88.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
5B4
Easting
332725
Northing
5319635
Elevation
350 m
Azimuth
202 °
Dip
-53 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
MSALABS and Actlabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gold grade and contributes to confirming near-surface mineralization, which is a positive development for the project.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade (4.9 g/t Au) for an open-pit context.
  • Intercept confirms extension of 5B4 Zone to surface, improving project economics.

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate (65-85% of core length), not precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“4.9”

Context: 3.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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 Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

CA25-296Cadillac · goldGrade: 2.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CA25-296
Project
Cadillac
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
ECR

Geometry

Grade
2.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
8 m
From
78 m
To
86 m
Hole Depth
141 m
Intercept Depth
65 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CA25-296:78-86
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
5B4
Easting
332725
Northing
5319635
Elevation
350 m
Azimuth
157 °
Dip
-45 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
MSALABS and Actlabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides a good width of moderate-grade gold, supporting the near-surface extension of the 5B4 Zone.

Positive factors

  • Moderate gold grade (2.3 g/t Au) over a good width (8.0 m) for an open-pit context.
  • Intercept confirms extension of 5B4 Zone to surface, improving project economics.

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate (65-85% of core length), not precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“2.3”

Context: 8.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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 Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

CA25-300Cadillac · goldGrade: 29.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CA25-300
Project
Cadillac
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
ECR

Geometry

Grade
29.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.7 m
From
193.3 m
To
195 m
Hole Depth
240 m
Intercept Depth
150 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CA25-300:193.3-195
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
5B3
Easting
332331
Northing
5319837
Elevation
364 m
Azimuth
195 °
Dip
-51 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
MSALABS and Actlabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an exceptional, bonanza-grade intercept that represents a new high-grade discovery, significantly enhancing the project's value and exploration potential.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional gold grade (29.6 g/t Au) over a significant width (1.7 m) for an underground target.
  • Discovery of a new high-grade gold zone (5B3) demonstrates strong potential for depth expansion.
  • This intercept is a bonanza grade, well above the exceptional threshold for gold.

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate (65-85% of core length), not precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“29.6”

Context: 1.7

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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 Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

CA25-300Cadillac · goldGrade: 54.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CA25-300
Project
Cadillac
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
ECR

Geometry

Grade
54.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.9 m
From
193.3 m
To
194.2 m
Hole Depth
240 m
Intercept Depth
150 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CA25-300:193.3-194.2
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
5B3
Easting
332331
Northing
5319837
Elevation
364 m
Azimuth
195 °
Dip
-51 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
MSALABS and Actlabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This bonanza-grade sub-interval further highlights the high-grade nature of the new 5B3 zone, making it a highly significant discovery.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional gold grade (54.3 g/t Au) over a good width (0.9 m) for an underground target.
  • This sub-interval is a bonanza grade, well above the exceptional threshold for gold, reinforcing the high-grade nature of the new 5B3 zone.

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate (65-85% of core length), not precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“54.3”

Context: 0.9

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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 Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

CA25-301Cadillac · goldGrade: 2.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CA25-301
Project
Cadillac
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
ECR

Geometry

Grade
2.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
5 m
From
275 m
To
280 m
Hole Depth
315 m
Intercept Depth
235 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CA25-301:275-280
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
5C3
Easting
332331
Northing
5319837
Elevation
364 m
Azimuth
213 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
MSALABS and Actlabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept contributes to the discovery of a new high-grade zone, providing good width and moderate grade for an underground target.

Positive factors

  • Moderate gold grade (2.7 g/t Au) over a good width (5.0 m) for an underground target.
  • Discovery of a new high-grade gold zone (5C3) demonstrates strong potential for depth expansion.

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate (65-85% of core length), not precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“2.7”

Context: 5.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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 Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

CA25-301Cadillac · goldGrade: 8Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CA25-301
Project
Cadillac
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
ECR

Geometry

Grade
8
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
275 m
To
276 m
Hole Depth
315 m
Intercept Depth
235 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CA25-301:275-276
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
5C3
Easting
332331
Northing
5319837
Elevation
364 m
Azimuth
213 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
MSALABS and Actlabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This strong-grade sub-interval reinforces the high-grade nature of the new 5C3 zone, adding to the project's potential.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade (8.0 g/t Au) over a good width (1.0 m) for an underground target.
  • This sub-interval contributes to the discovery of a new high-grade gold zone (5C3).

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate (65-85% of core length), not precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“8.0”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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 Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

CA25-303Cadillac · goldGrade: 13.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CA25-303
Project
Cadillac
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
canada_qc
Ticker
ECR

Geometry

Grade
13.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
241 m
To
242 m
Hole Depth
249 m
Intercept Depth
185 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CA25-303:241-242
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
5C3
Easting
332331
Northing
5319837
Elevation
364 m
Azimuth
168 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
MSALABS and Actlabs
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This strong-grade intercept is a key part of the discovery of a new high-grade zone, significantly adding to the project's potential.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade (13.2 g/t Au) over a good width (1.0 m) for an underground target.
  • Discovery of a new high-grade gold zone (5C3) demonstrates strong potential for depth expansion.

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate (65-85% of core length), not precisely stated.

Evidence · table

“13.2”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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 Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Resource Estimates (6)

indicatedChimo Deposit · goldContained Metal: 683300Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Chimo Deposit
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
Quebec
Ticker
ECR

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
QP Signed
No
Resource group id
resource:4cb7fba7f997b1c03814
Deposit or zone
Chimo

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Contained Metal
683300
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The Chimo Deposit has a substantial historical Measured and Indicated resource, providing a solid foundation for the project, though it is not a new announcement.

Positive factors

  • Significant contained gold ounces in the Measured and Indicated categories, indicating good geological confidence.

Negative factors

  • This is a historical estimate, not a new update, reducing its novelty.

Evidence · text

“Chimo Deposit ( 683,300 ounces in measured and indicated resources”

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

inferredChimo Deposit · goldContained Metal: 904000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Chimo Deposit
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
Quebec
Ticker
ECR

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
QP Signed
No
Resource group id
resource:f4052d9107f48fd00478
Deposit or zone
Chimo

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Contained Metal
904000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The Chimo Deposit has a large historical Inferred resource, suggesting future growth potential, but with lower confidence than M&I categories.

Positive factors

  • Substantial contained gold ounces in the Inferred category, indicating significant exploration potential.

Negative factors

  • Inferred resources have lower geological confidence.
  • This is a historical estimate, not a new update, reducing its novelty.

Evidence · text

“904,000 ounces inferred resources”

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

indicatedEast Chimo Deposit · goldContained Metal: 1400Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
East Chimo Deposit
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
Quebec
Ticker
ECR

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
QP Signed
No
Resource group id
resource:3fef33b6fe1d83c77b7a
Deposit or zone
East Chimo

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Contained Metal
1400
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The East Chimo Deposit has a very small historical Indicated resource, which is not materially significant on its own.

Negative factors

  • Very small contained gold ounces in the Indicated category, indicating limited current economic significance.
  • This is a historical estimate, not a new update, reducing its novelty.

Evidence · text

“1,400 ounces indicated resources”

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

inferredEast Chimo Deposit · goldContained Metal: 464700Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
East Chimo Deposit
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
Quebec
Ticker
ECR

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
QP Signed
No
Resource group id
resource:d667603247ce8ff21b2c
Deposit or zone
East Chimo

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Contained Metal
464700
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The East Chimo Deposit has a substantial historical Inferred resource, suggesting future growth potential, but with lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Significant contained gold ounces in the Inferred category, indicating exploration potential.

Negative factors

  • Inferred resources have lower geological confidence.
  • This is a historical estimate, not a new update, reducing its novelty.

Evidence · text

“464,700 ounces inferred resources”

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

indicatedCadillac Project · goldTonnes: 10000000Grade: 2.4Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 767800Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Cadillac Project
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
Quebec
Ticker
ECR

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2025-12-18T00:00:00.000Z
QP Signed
No
Resource group id
resource:36ec3b62730dbd326861
Deposit or zone
all the sectors

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
10000000
Grade
2.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
767800
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-12-18

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2025-12-18T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The Cadillac Project has a substantial and high-confidence gold resource, providing a strong foundation for development, though this specific figure is a restatement.

Positive factors

  • Large contained gold ounces in the Measured and Indicated categories, indicating good geological confidence and a significant resource base.
  • Good average grade (2.4 g/t Au) for a large tonnage resource.

Negative factors

  • This is a restatement of a prior estimate, reducing its novelty.

Evidence · text

“total gold resource of 767,800 ounces in the measured and indicated category (10.0 million tonnes at 2.4 g/t Au)”

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

inferredCadillac Project · goldTonnes: 35200000Grade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 2416900Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Cadillac Project
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_qc
Reported Region
Quebec
Ticker
ECR

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2025-12-18T00:00:00.000Z
QP Signed
No
Resource group id
resource:7dd42db1a496ce9128e7
Deposit or zone
all the sectors

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
35200000
Grade
2.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
2416900
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-12-18

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2025-12-18T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-01-20T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The Cadillac Project has a very large historical Inferred resource, suggesting substantial future growth potential, though with lower confidence than M&I categories.

Positive factors

  • Very large contained gold ounces in the Inferred category, indicating significant future exploration potential.
  • Good average grade (2.1 g/t Au) for a large tonnage resource.

Negative factors

  • Inferred resources have lower geological confidence.
  • This is a restatement of a prior estimate, reducing its novelty.

Evidence · text

“2,416,900 ounces in the inferred category (35.2 million tonnes at 2.1 g/t Au)”

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

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.