Defense Metals Resource Upgrade Drilling Intersects 2.86% TREO over 65 Metres; Including 6.15% TREO over 20 Metres at the Wicheeda Rare Earth Project

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Company
Defense Metals Corp.
Ticker
DEFN
Exchange
TSX
Region
British Columbia, Canada
Primary commodity
Rare earth elements
Secondary commodities
Cerium oxide, Lanthanum oxide, Neodymium oxide, Praseodymium oxide, Samarium oxide, Gadolinium oxide, Europium oxide, Dysprosium oxide, Terbium oxide, Holmium oxide
Document categories
Drill results, Resource update
Extracted
2026-09-15 18:24:46 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Defense Metals announced initial assay results from an 11-hole, 1,633-meter drill program at its Wicheeda Rare Earth Project in British Columbia, Canada. All reported holes intersected significant widths of high to moderate grade rare earth element mineralization, with a highlight of 2.86% TREO over 65.1 meters, including 6.15% TREO over 20.3 meters in hole WI26-96. This resource infill drilling is expected to contribute to an uplift in resource classification within the pit confines defined by the 2025 Preliminary Feasibility Study.

Reasoning: The drill program successfully intersected significant rare earth element mineralization with high grades over substantial widths, aimed at upgrading the resource classification within the existing pit design, indicating positive progress for the project.

Positive factors

  • Significant widths of high to moderate grade REE mineralization intersected in all reported holes
  • Drilling is resource infill, designed to upgrade inferred resources to indicated or better category
  • Intersections are within the pit confines defined by the 2025 Preliminary Feasibility Study
  • Accredited laboratory (ALS) used for analysis
  • Comprehensive QA/QC program including blanks, duplicates, and standards
  • Qualified Person (QP) has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical information

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate (70-100%) rather than precisely stated for each intercept
  • Assays for remaining 47m of hole WI26-102 are still pending

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

Facts used in scoring: 129

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 129. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (129)

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 3.69Grade Unit: %Intercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
3.69
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
3.69
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong intercept with good grade and width, contributing to resource upgrade efforts.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • High grade for rare earth elements
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“3.69”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 1.81Grade Unit: %Intercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.81
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for cerium oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for cerium oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.81”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 1.26Grade Unit: %Intercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.26
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for lanthanum oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for lanthanum oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.26”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for neodymium oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for neodymium oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.40”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.15Grade Unit: %Intercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.15
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for praseodymium oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for praseodymium oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.15”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 382Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
382
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“382”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 169Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
169
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“169”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 79Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
79
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“79”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 38Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
38
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“38”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 14Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
14
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“14”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 4Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 69.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
4
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
69.8 m
From
1 m
To
70.8 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:1-70.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“4”

Context: 69.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 5.03Grade Unit: %Intercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
5.03
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
5.03
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone, indicating strong rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for rare earth elements
  • Significant intercept length
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“5.03”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 2.46Grade Unit: %Intercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
2.46
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for cerium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for cerium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“2.46”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 1.74Grade Unit: %Intercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.74
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for lanthanum oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for lanthanum oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.74”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.53Grade Unit: %Intercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.53
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for neodymium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for neodymium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.53”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: %Intercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for praseodymium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for praseodymium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.20”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 479Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
479
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“479”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 211Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
211
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“211”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 102Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
102
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“102”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 51Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
51
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“51”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 18Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
18
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“18”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-86Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 5Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 32 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-86
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
5
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
32 m
From
3 m
To
35 m
Intercept Depth
1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-86:3-35
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“5”

Context: 32.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: %Intercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.7
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very broad intercept with moderate grade, indicating significant mineralization continuity.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Moderate grade for rare earth elements
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.70”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 0.83Grade Unit: %Intercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.83
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Cerium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.83”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 0.52Grade Unit: %Intercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.52
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Lanthanum oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.52”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.22Grade Unit: %Intercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.22
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Neodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.22”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Praseodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 274Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
274
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“274”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 137Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
137
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“137”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 60Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
60
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“60”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 41Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
41
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“41”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 12Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
12
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“12”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 5Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 184.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
5
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
184.4 m
From
91.6 m
To
276 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:91.6-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“5”

Context: 184.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 2.52Grade Unit: %Intercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
2.52
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.52
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone, indicating strong rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for rare earth elements
  • Significant intercept length
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“2.52”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 1.23Grade Unit: %Intercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.23
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for cerium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for cerium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.23”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 0.73Grade Unit: %Intercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.73
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for lanthanum oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for lanthanum oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.73”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Intercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.36
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for neodymium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for neodymium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.36”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for praseodymium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for praseodymium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.11”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 456Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
456
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“456”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 224Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
224
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“224”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 102Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
102
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“102”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 76Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
76
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“76”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 22Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
22
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“22”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-93Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 10Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 56.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-93
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
10
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
56.7 m
From
96.4 m
To
153.1 m
Intercept Depth
91.6 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-93:96.4-153.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“10”

Context: 56.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 0.82Grade Unit: %Intercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.82
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.82
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate grade intercept over a good width, contributing to the overall resource definition.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Rare earth elements present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.82”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 0.41Grade Unit: %Intercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.41
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Cerium oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.41”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: %Intercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.23
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Lanthanum oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.23”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Neodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.11”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.04Grade Unit: %Intercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Praseodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 159Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
159
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“159”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 93Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
93
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“93”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 38Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
38
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“38”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 42Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
42
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“42”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 10Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
10
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“10”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-94Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 6Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 57.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-94
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
6
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
57.9 m
From
77.1 m
To
135 m
Intercept Depth
77.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-94:77.1-135
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this moderate grade intercept.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • Lower grade compared to other intercepts
  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“6”

Context: 57.9

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 2.42Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
2.42
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.42
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong intercept with good grade and width, contributing to resource upgrade efforts.

Positive factors

  • High grade for rare earth elements
  • Significant intercept length
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“2.42”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 1.18Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.18
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for cerium oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for cerium oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.18”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 0.78Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.78
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for lanthanum oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for lanthanum oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.78”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for neodymium oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for neodymium oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.30”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for praseodymium oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for praseodymium oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.10”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 350Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
350
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“350”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 166Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
166
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“166”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 66Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
66
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“66”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 44Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
44
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“44”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 14Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
14
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“14”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-95Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 5Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-95
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
5
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
36 m
From
64 m
To
100 m
Intercept Depth
64 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-95:64-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“5”

Context: 36.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 2.86Grade Unit: %Intercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
2.86
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.86
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong intercept with high grade and significant width, contributing to resource upgrade efforts.

Positive factors

  • High grade for rare earth elements
  • Significant intercept length
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“2.86”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 1.39Grade Unit: %Intercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.39
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for cerium oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for cerium oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.39”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 0.84Grade Unit: %Intercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.84
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for lanthanum oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for lanthanum oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.84”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for neodymium oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for neodymium oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.40”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.13Grade Unit: %Intercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.13
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good intercept for praseodymium oxide, contributing to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Good grade for praseodymium oxide

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.13”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 519Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
519
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“519”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 252Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
252
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“252”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 109Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
109
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“109”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 80Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
80
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“80”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 24Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
24
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“24”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 10Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 65.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
10
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
65.1 m
From
60.9 m
To
126 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:60.9-126
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“10”

Context: 65.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 6.15Grade Unit: %Intercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
6.15
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
6.15
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A bonanza grade sub-interval, significantly enhancing the overall rare earth mineralization of the hole.

Positive factors

  • Exceptionally high grade for rare earth elements
  • Significant intercept length
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“6.15”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 2.98Grade Unit: %Intercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
2.98
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very high-grade sub-interval for cerium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Exceptionally high grade for cerium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“2.98”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 1.78Grade Unit: %Intercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.78
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very high-grade sub-interval for lanthanum oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Exceptionally high grade for lanthanum oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.78”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.89Grade Unit: %Intercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.89
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very high-grade sub-interval for neodymium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Exceptionally high grade for neodymium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.89”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.29Grade Unit: %Intercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.29
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very high-grade sub-interval for praseodymium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Exceptionally high grade for praseodymium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.29”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 1138Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1138
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: High samarium oxide content contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • High samarium oxide content

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1138”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 530Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
530
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: High gadolinium oxide content contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • High gadolinium oxide content

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“530”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 236Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
236
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: High europium oxide content contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • High europium oxide content

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“236”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 146Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
146
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: High dysprosium oxide content contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • High dysprosium oxide content

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“146”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 48Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
48
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: High terbium oxide content contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • High terbium oxide content

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“48”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-96Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 17Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 20.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-96
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
17
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
20.3 m
From
93 m
To
113.3 m
Intercept Depth
60.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-96:93-113.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: High holmium oxide content contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • High holmium oxide content

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“17”

Context: 20.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 1.96Grade Unit: %Intercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.96
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.96
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very broad intercept with moderate grade, indicating significant mineralization continuity.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Moderate grade for rare earth elements
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.96”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 0.95Grade Unit: %Intercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.95
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Cerium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.95”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 0.63Grade Unit: %Intercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.63
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Lanthanum oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.63”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.24Grade Unit: %Intercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.24
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Neodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.08Grade Unit: %Intercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.08
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Praseodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.08”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 292Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
292
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“292”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 144Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
144
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“144”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 67Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
67
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“67”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 38Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
38
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“38”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 13Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
13
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“13”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-97Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 4Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 116.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-97
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
4
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
116.2 m
From
2.9 m
To
119 m
Intercept Depth
2.9 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-97:2.9-119
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“4”

Context: 116.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 1.55Grade Unit: %Intercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.55
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.55
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very broad intercept with moderate grade, indicating significant mineralization continuity.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Moderate grade for rare earth elements
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.55”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 0.76Grade Unit: %Intercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.76
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Cerium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.76”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 0.49Grade Unit: %Intercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.49
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Lanthanum oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.49”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.19Grade Unit: %Intercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.19
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Neodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.19”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Praseodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 213Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
213
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“213”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 110Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
110
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“110”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 47Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
47
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“47”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 39Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
39
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“39”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 11Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
11
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“11”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 5Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 119 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
5
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
119 m
From
3.1 m
To
122 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-122
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“5”

Context: 119.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 2.34Grade Unit: %Intercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
2.34
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
2.34
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone, indicating strong rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for rare earth elements
  • Significant intercept length
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“2.34”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 1.14Grade Unit: %Intercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.14
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for cerium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for cerium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.14”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 0.79Grade Unit: %Intercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.79
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for lanthanum oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for lanthanum oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.79”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.27Grade Unit: %Intercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.27
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for neodymium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for neodymium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.27”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: %Intercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A high-grade sub-interval for praseodymium oxide, contributing significantly to the overall rare earth mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High grade for praseodymium oxide
  • Significant intercept length

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.09”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 282Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
282
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“282”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 130Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
130
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“130”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 58Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
58
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“58”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · dysprosium_oxideGrade: 34Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
dysprosium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
34
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Dysprosium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Dysprosium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“34”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · terbium_oxideGrade: 12Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
terbium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
12
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Terbium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Terbium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“12”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-98Wicheeda Rare Earth · holmium_oxideGrade: 4Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 53 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-98
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
holmium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
4
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
53 m
From
3.1 m
To
56 m
Intercept Depth
3.1 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-98:3.1-56
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Holmium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization in this high-grade sub-interval.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length
  • Holmium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“4”

Context: 53.0

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-99Wicheeda Rare Earth · rare_earth_elementsGrade: 1.63Grade Unit: %Intercept: 111.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-99
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
rare_earth_elements
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
1.63
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
111.6 m
From
3.4 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
3.4 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-99:3.4-115
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.63
Metal Eq. Unit
% TREO
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very broad intercept with moderate grade, indicating significant mineralization continuity.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Moderate grade for rare earth elements
  • Resource infill drilling supporting resource upgrade

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“1.63”

Context: 111.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-99Wicheeda Rare Earth · cerium_oxideGrade: 0.79Grade Unit: %Intercept: 111.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-99
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
cerium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.79
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
111.6 m
From
3.4 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
3.4 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-99:3.4-115
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Cerium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Cerium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.79”

Context: 111.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-99Wicheeda Rare Earth · lanthanum_oxideGrade: 0.52Grade Unit: %Intercept: 111.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-99
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
lanthanum_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.52
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
111.6 m
From
3.4 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
3.4 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-99:3.4-115
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Lanthanum oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Lanthanum oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.52”

Context: 111.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-99Wicheeda Rare Earth · neodymium_oxideGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: %Intercept: 111.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-99
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
neodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
111.6 m
From
3.4 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
3.4 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-99:3.4-115
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Neodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Neodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.20”

Context: 111.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-99Wicheeda Rare Earth · praseodymium_oxideGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 111.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-99
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
praseodymium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
111.6 m
From
3.4 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
3.4 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-99:3.4-115
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Praseodymium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Praseodymium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: 111.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-99Wicheeda Rare Earth · samarium_oxideGrade: 242Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 111.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-99
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
samarium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
242
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
111.6 m
From
3.4 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
3.4 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-99:3.4-115
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Samarium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Samarium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“242”

Context: 111.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-99Wicheeda Rare Earth · gadolinium_oxideGrade: 131Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 111.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-99
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
gadolinium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
131
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
111.6 m
From
3.4 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
3.4 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-99:3.4-115
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gadolinium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Gadolinium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“131”

Context: 111.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

WI26-99Wicheeda Rare Earth · europium_oxideGrade: 50Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 111.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
WI26-99
Project
Wicheeda Rare Earth
Commodity
europium_oxide
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
DEFN

Geometry

Grade
50
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
111.6 m
From
3.4 m
To
115 m
Intercept Depth
3.4 m

Classification

Program
resource
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
WI26-99:3.4-115
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Wicheeda Deposit
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Canada Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Europium oxide contributes to the overall rare earth mineralization over a very broad interval.

Positive factors

  • Very significant intercept length
  • Europium oxide present

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate

Evidence · table

“50”

Context: 111.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"

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.