CopAur Delivers Preliminary Economic Assessment and a 52% Mineral Resource Estimate Growth for the Kinsley Mountain Gold Project

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Company
CopAur Minerals Inc.
Ticker
CPAU
Exchange
TSX
Region
Nevada
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Resource update, Production
Extracted
2026-09-13 18:42:41 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

CopAur Minerals Inc. has reported a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) and a 52% growth in the Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) for its Kinsley Mountain Gold Project in eastern Nevada. The updated MRE now totals 742,000 Indicated ounces and 69,000 Inferred ounces of gold. The PEA highlights compelling economics, including a post-tax NPV(5%) of US$104 million and an IRR of 49% at consensus gold prices, with an average annual gold production of 30,000 ounces over a 4-year mine life.

Reasoning: CopAur Minerals announced a substantial 52% increase in its gold resource estimate and positive preliminary economic assessment results for the Kinsley Mountain Gold Project, indicating strong potential for project advancement and value creation.

Positive factors

  • Significant 52% growth in total contained gold ounces in the Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE)
  • Positive Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) results with strong post-tax NPV and IRR at consensus gold prices
  • High-grade Secret Canyon zone contributes significantly to the Indicated resource
  • NI 43-101 compliant MRE and PEA, signed off by Qualified Persons
  • Project located in a favorable jurisdiction (Nevada)

Negative factors

  • PEA is preliminary in nature and based on mineral resources, not reserves, carrying inherent uncertainty
  • Significant portion of the resource is in the Inferred category, which has lower confidence
  • Some cutoff grades are variable or not explicitly stated for combined categories, potentially affecting comparability

Facts used in scoring: 16

Classification and evidence

Tonnage Growthpositive

Tonnage increase reaching the strong tier vs prior estimate, with grade maintained or improved.

Why it applies: The Mineral Resource Estimate increased by 52% over the previous MRE.

Evidence · text

“A 52% growth over the previous Mineral Resource Estimate”

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: The engineering and financial information for the PEA and the scientific and technical information for the MRE were reviewed and approved by Qualified Persons Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, and Kevin Hon, with a peer review by Warren Black.

Evidence · text

“The engineering and financial information as it relates to the PEA results contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Dr. Todd Harvey, PhD... and "Qualified Person" as defined in National Instrument 43-101... The scientific and technical information as it relates to geology & mineralization contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Kristopher J. Raffle, P.Geo... and "Qualified Person" as defined in National Instrument 43-101... The MRE was completed by Kevin Hon, B.Sc., P.Geo., Senior Resource Geologist of APEX. Mr. Hon is an independent Qualified Persons, as defined by NI 43-101... Warren Black, M.Sc., P.Geo., Senior Consultant: Mineral Resources and Geostatistics, completed a peer review of the estimate.”

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: The technical report for the PEA and MRE is in compliance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.

Evidence · text

“prepare a technical report in compliance with the guidelines of National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (" NI 43-101 ")”

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: The document announces an updated Mineral Resource Estimate, showing a 52% growth over the previous MRE.

Evidence · text

“A 52% growth over the previous Mineral Resource Estimate (" MRE ")”

Inferred Resourcenegative

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

Why it applies: The updated MRE includes 69,000 Inferred ounces of gold, which is a speculative category with lower confidence.

Evidence · text

“69,000 Inferred ounces at 1.98 g/t Au”

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: Cutoff grades for different material types and classifications are clearly stated in Table 3.

Evidence · table

“0.2”

Context: Oxide

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: The resource estimate was prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment.

Evidence · text

“results of the Preliminary Economic Assessment (the " PEA ")”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 16. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Resource Estimates (16)

indicatedKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 6025000Grade: 0.029Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 193Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:cf16d6e04062212b71dd
Mining method
combined
Material type
oxide
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
6025000
Grade
0.029
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
193
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This indicated oxide resource represents a substantial portion of the combined resource, offering good grade for a heap leach operation.

Positive factors

  • Significant indicated oxide resource provides a solid base for open-pit mining
  • Good grade for an oxide heap leach operation

Evidence · table

“0.029”

Context: 6,025

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 397000Grade: 0.021Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 9Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:3958c53731e9274c4b99
Mining method
combined
Material type
oxide
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
397000
Grade
0.021
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
9
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This inferred oxide resource contributes to the combined resource but has lower confidence and grade.

Positive factors

  • Adds to the overall oxide resource base

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower confidence
  • Lower grade compared to indicated oxide resource

Evidence · table

“0.021”

Context: 397

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 2069000Grade: 0.07Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 158Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:04a0f00b8e228d10d29d
Mining method
combined
Material type
sulphide
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
2069000
Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
158
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
0.6
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This indicated sulphide resource provides a solid contribution to the overall resource, with a good grade.

Positive factors

  • Good grade for an indicated sulphide resource
  • Adds to the overall indicated resource base

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 2,069

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 333000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 20Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:27886e10094daf2e66b5
Mining method
combined
Material type
sulphide
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
333000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
20
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
0.6
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This inferred sulphide resource contributes to the overall resource but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Adds to the overall sulphide resource base

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower confidence

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 333

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 70000Grade: 0.087Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 7Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:2b882cb23f29abfbff31
Mining method
combined
Material type
sulphide
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
70000
Grade
0.087
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
7
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
1.8
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This indicated sulphide resource, with a higher cutoff, represents potential for out-of-pit extraction.

Positive factors

  • High-grade indicated resource for potential out-of-pit mining

Evidence · table

“0.087”

Context: 70

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 147000Grade: 0.085Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 14Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:8fd820ecc5a8d147f4c8
Mining method
combined
Material type
sulphide
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
147000
Grade
0.085
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
14
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
1.8
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This inferred sulphide resource contributes to the out-of-pit potential but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Adds to the out-of-pit resource potential

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower confidence

Evidence · table

“0.085”

Context: 147

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 2139000Grade: 0.07Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 164Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:f2663e60d2c57f945e52
Mining method
combined
Material type
sulphide
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
2139000
Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
164
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This indicated sulphide resource provides a solid contribution to the combined resource, with a good grade, though with a variable cutoff.

Positive factors

  • Good grade for an indicated sulphide resource
  • Adds to the overall indicated resource base

Negative factors

  • Variable cutoff grade makes direct comparison challenging

Evidence · table

“0.070”

Context: 2,139

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 480000Grade: 0.063Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 33Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:8a8df201a52a5d946ada
Mining method
combined
Material type
sulphide
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
480000
Grade
0.063
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
33
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This inferred sulphide resource contributes to the combined resource but has lower confidence and a variable cutoff.

Positive factors

  • Adds to the overall sulphide resource base

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower confidence
  • Variable cutoff grade makes direct comparison challenging

Evidence · table

“0.063”

Context: 480

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 1971000Grade: 0.16Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 353Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:8c139aab32f55ffd515d
Deposit or zone
Secret Canyon
Mining method
combined
Material type
Secret Canyon
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
1971000
Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
353
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
0.5
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The Secret Canyon zone provides a substantial high-grade indicated resource, significantly enhancing the project's overall economics.

Positive factors

  • Very high-grade indicated resource in the Secret Canyon zone
  • Significant contained metal contribution from this zone

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: 1,971

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 9000Grade: 0.04Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 0.4Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:2de7bf51cf7b4d8fc2b2
Deposit or zone
Secret Canyon
Mining method
combined
Material type
Secret Canyon
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
9000
Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
0.4
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
0.5
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This inferred resource in Secret Canyon is very small and contributes minimally to the overall resource, with lower confidence.

Negative factors

  • Very small tonnage and contained metal
  • Inferred category has lower confidence

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 9

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 275000Grade: 0.103Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 31Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:06394d6e28114e0dd7b3
Deposit or zone
Secret Canyon
Mining method
combined
Material type
Secret Canyon
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
275000
Grade
0.103
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
31
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This indicated resource in Secret Canyon, with a higher cutoff, represents potential for out-of-pit extraction.

Positive factors

  • High-grade indicated resource for potential out-of-pit mining

Evidence · table

“0.103”

Context: 275

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 206000Grade: 0.116Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 26Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:74de729c36e7e83864c3
Deposit or zone
Secret Canyon
Mining method
combined
Material type
Secret Canyon
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
206000
Grade
0.116
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
26
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This inferred resource in Secret Canyon contributes to the out-of-pit potential but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Adds to the out-of-pit resource potential

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower confidence

Evidence · table

“0.116”

Context: 206

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 2246000Grade: 0.155Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 384Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:6bd2d09998dc2ae81a55
Deposit or zone
Secret Canyon
Mining method
combined
Material type
Secret Canyon
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
2246000
Grade
0.155
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
384
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The Secret Canyon zone provides a substantial high-grade indicated resource, significantly enhancing the project's overall economics, though with a variable cutoff.

Positive factors

  • Very high-grade indicated resource in the Secret Canyon zone
  • Significant contained metal contribution from this zone

Negative factors

  • Variable cutoff grade makes direct comparison challenging

Evidence · table

“0.155”

Context: 2,246

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 215000Grade: 0.113Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 27Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:ad66f5939178c9d8ae42
Deposit or zone
Secret Canyon
Mining method
combined
Material type
Secret Canyon
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
215000
Grade
0.113
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
27
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This inferred resource in Secret Canyon contributes to the high-grade potential but has lower confidence and a variable cutoff.

Positive factors

  • Adds to the high-grade resource potential

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower confidence
  • Variable cutoff grade makes direct comparison challenging

Evidence · table

“0.113”

Context: 215

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 10410000Grade: 0.032Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 742Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:b16eec53cea86246a12e
Deposit or zone
All
Mining method
combined
Material type
All
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
10410000
Grade
0.032
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
742
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The total indicated resource shows significant growth and a good overall grade, forming a strong base for the project.

Positive factors

  • Significant total indicated resource, representing a 52% growth over previous MRE
  • Good overall grade for a combined resource

Negative factors

  • Variable cutoff grade makes direct comparison challenging

Evidence · table

“0.032”

Context: 10,410

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredKinsley Mountain Gold Project · goldTonnes: 1091000Grade: 0.058Grade Unit: ozt/stContained Metal: 69Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kinsley Mountain Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_nv
Reported Region
Nevada
Ticker
CPAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-03-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Dr. Todd Harvey, Kristopher J. Raffle, Kevin Hon, Warren Black
Resource group id
resource:bd5b6610e9fe26902acb
Deposit or zone
All
Mining method
combined
Material type
All
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1091000
Grade
0.058
Grade Unit
ozt/st
Contained Metal
69
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-03-23

Location

CRS
North American Datum 1983 / UTM zone 11N
EPSG
26911
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The total inferred resource contributes to the overall project potential but has lower confidence and a variable cutoff.

Positive factors

  • Adds to the overall resource base with a good grade

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower confidence
  • Variable cutoff grade makes direct comparison challenging

Evidence · table

“0.058”

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

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

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.