Elevra Lithium Announces NAL Expansion Pre-Feasibility Study
Original announcement by globenewswire on
- Company
- Elevra Lithium Limited
- Ticker
- ELV
- Exchange
- Unavailable
- Region
- Québec, Canada
- Primary commodity
- Lithium
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Resource update, Metallurgy
- Extracted
- 2026-09-12 00:54:38 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Elevra Lithium announced positive results from a Pre-Feasibility Study for the NAL Expansion Project in Québec, Canada. The study confirms a high-value growth project, projecting a significant increase in annual spodumene concentrate production to 373 ktpa and reduced unit operating costs. The expansion is fully funded and is expected to deliver a post-tax NPV (8%) of C$3,218M and an IRR of 50%.
Reasoning: The Pre-Feasibility Study confirms a compelling economic case for the NAL Expansion, projecting significantly increased spodumene concentrate production, reduced unit operating costs, and strong financial returns, underpinned by existing ore reserves and improved metallurgical recovery.
Positive factors
- Increased production target
- Reduced operating costs
- Attractive financial returns (NPV, IRR)
- Fully funded expansion
- Improved metallurgical recovery
- Underpinned by existing Ore Reserves
Negative factors
- Resource and reserve estimates are historical restatements
- PFS is at a lower level of confidence than a Feasibility Study
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 10
Classification and evidence
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: The Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimates were prepared by Competent Persons in accordance with the 2012 JORC Code.
Evidence · text
“The Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimates were prepared by Competent Persons in accordance with the 2012 JORC Code.”
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: The company can confirm that the Resource and Reserve tables reproduced in this ASX release and the NI43-101 report are compliant with both ASX/JORC requirements and those related to NI43-101 reporting.
Evidence · text
“compliant with both ASX/JORC requirements and those related to NI43-101 reporting”
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: The Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimates were prepared by Competent Persons in accordance with the 2012 JORC Code.
Evidence · text
“The Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimates were prepared by Competent Persons in accordance with the 2012 JORC Code.”
Proved Reservepositive · Story-specific tag
No canonical definition is currently available.
Why it applies: Table 4 reports 0.2 Mt of Proved Ore Reserves.
Evidence · table
“Proved Ore Reserves”
Context: 0.2
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: Table 4 reports 47.0 Mt of Probable Ore Reserves.
Evidence · table
“Probable Ore Reserves”
Context: 47.0
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: Table 3 includes 8.6 Mt of Inferred Open Pit and 10.3 Mt of Inferred Underground resources.
Evidence · table
“Inferred”
Context: 8.6
PFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
Why it applies: The resource and reserve estimates are used to underpin the Pre-Feasibility Study.
Evidence · text
“The financial analysis is unlevered and based on the Mineral Reserves estimated as part of the PFS.”
Stale Estimatenegative
Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.
Why it applies: The resource and reserve estimates are extracted from the 2026 Annual Report published on August 28, 2026, making them historical restatements in this September 8, 2026 announcement.
Evidence · text
“The information on Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves is extracted from the announcement entitled “2026 Annual Report” published on the ASX on August 28th, 2026”
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: The resource and reserve tables report tonnes and grade but do not explicitly state contained metal.
Evidence · table
“Tonnes (Mt)”
Context: Resource Classification
Recovery Improvingpositive
Recovery improved versus a like-for-like prior test program on the same domain and route.
Why it applies: The average metallurgical recovery for the expansion case is 71.2%, an improvement from the 69.2% in the base case, attributed to WHIMS improvements.
Evidence · text
“average metallurgical recovery over the LOM is 71.2% for the expansion and 69.2% for the base case due to improvement in the flowsheet attributable to wet high-intensity magnetic separator (WHIMS) improvements.”
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: The processing operation consists of grinding, desliming, magnetic separation, flotation and dewatering circuits.
Evidence · text
“The spodumene processing plant including grinding, desliming, magnetic separation, flotation and dewatering circuits”
Multi-Domain Testedpositive
Variability across ore domains (oxide, transition, fresh) has been addressed.
Why it applies: 3 distinct composites were tested
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 10. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Resource Estimates (7)
indicatedNorth American Lithium · lithiumTonnes: 74400000Grade: 1.17Grade Unit: % Li2OHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc, ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Stephen John Andrew, Tony O’Connell
- Resource group id
- resource:8c596d2a254e4d6dade8
- Deposit or zone
- Open Pit
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 74400000
- Grade
- 1.17
- Grade Unit
- % Li2O
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.6
- Cutoff Unit
- % Li2O
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-08-28T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This indicated open pit resource provides a solid foundation for the project, though it is a historical restatement.
Positive factors
- Indicated resource category
- Good grade for lithium open pit
Negative factors
- Historical restatement
Evidence · table
“1.17”
Context: 74.4
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
PEA-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
PFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
inferredNorth American Lithium · lithiumTonnes: 8600000Grade: 1.13Grade Unit: % Li2OHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc, ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Stephen John Andrew, Tony O’Connell
- Resource group id
- resource:adac90b793e2b97ee64d
- Deposit or zone
- Open Pit
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 8600000
- Grade
- 1.13
- Grade Unit
- % Li2O
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.6
- Cutoff Unit
- % Li2O
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-08-28T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This inferred open pit resource adds to the overall potential but has lower geological confidence and is a historical restatement.
Positive factors
- Good grade for lithium open pit
Negative factors
- Inferred resource category
- Historical restatement
Evidence · table
“1.13”
Context: 8.6
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
PEA-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
PFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
inferredNorth American Lithium · lithiumTonnes: 10300000Grade: 1.01Grade Unit: % Li2OHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc, ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Stephen John Andrew, Tony O’Connell
- Resource group id
- resource:4df0b3ddd062df5cf173
- Deposit or zone
- Underground
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 10300000
- Grade
- 1.01
- Grade Unit
- % Li2O
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.7
- Cutoff Unit
- % Li2O
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-08-28T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This inferred underground resource indicates potential but carries higher geological uncertainty and is a historical restatement.
Positive factors
- Underground resource potential
Negative factors
- Inferred resource category
- Historical restatement
- Lower grade compared to open pit
Evidence · table
“1.01”
Context: 10.3
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
PEA-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
PFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
inferredNorth American Lithium · lithiumTonnes: 93300000Grade: 1.15Grade Unit: % Li2OHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc, ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Stephen John Andrew, Tony O’Connell
- Resource group id
- resource:042d5d7fe3debfcb2f49
- Deposit or zone
- Total
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 93300000
- Grade
- 1.15
- Grade Unit
- % Li2O
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-08-28T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The total resource indicates substantial lithium potential, but a significant portion is in the inferred category and it is a historical restatement.
Positive factors
- Significant total resource tonnage
- Good overall grade
Negative factors
- Large inferred component
- Historical restatement
Evidence · table
“1.15”
Context: 93.3
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
PEA-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
PFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
provenNorth American Lithium · lithiumTonnes: 200000Grade: 0.93Grade Unit: % Li2OHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Reporting standards
- jorc, ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Stephen John Andrew, Tony O’Connell
- Resource group id
- resource:f3eb7bb303a9b72c574b
Resource Data
- Category
- proven
- Tonnes
- 200000
- Grade
- 0.93
- Grade Unit
- % Li2O
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.6
- Cutoff Unit
- % Li2O
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-08-28T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The proven ore reserves provide high confidence for a portion of the project's production profile, though the tonnage is small and it is a historical restatement.
Positive factors
- Highest confidence reserve category
- Underpins project economics
Negative factors
- Small tonnage
- Historical restatement
Evidence · table
“0.93”
Context: 0.2
Tags used in scoring
Proven Reservepositive
Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "proven"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
PEA-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
PFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
probableNorth American Lithium · lithiumTonnes: 47000000Grade: 1.12Grade Unit: % Li2OHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Reporting standards
- jorc, ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Stephen John Andrew, Tony O’Connell
- Resource group id
- resource:77372255df6425925d0e
Resource Data
- Category
- probable
- Tonnes
- 47000000
- Grade
- 1.12
- Grade Unit
- % Li2O
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.6
- Cutoff Unit
- % Li2O
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-08-28T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The substantial probable ore reserves provide a strong economic foundation for the NAL Expansion, though it is a historical restatement.
Positive factors
- Significant probable reserve tonnage
- Good grade for lithium
- Underpins project economics
Negative factors
- Historical restatement
Evidence · table
“1.12”
Context: 47.0
Tags used in scoring
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "probable"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
PEA-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
PFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
probableNorth American Lithium · lithiumTonnes: 47200000Grade: 1.12Grade Unit: % Li2OHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Reporting standards
- jorc, ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Stephen John Andrew, Tony O’Connell
- Resource group id
- resource:ca7c5c137f770d0a47ff
- Deposit or zone
- Total
Resource Data
- Category
- probable
- Tonnes
- 47200000
- Grade
- 1.12
- Grade Unit
- % Li2O
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.6
- Cutoff Unit
- % Li2O
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-08-28T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The total ore reserves provide a robust economic foundation for the NAL Expansion, though it is a historical restatement.
Positive factors
- Significant total ore reserves
- Good overall grade
- Underpins project economics
Negative factors
- Historical restatement
Evidence · table
“1.12”
Context: 47.2
Tags used in scoring
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "probable"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No Contained Metalnegative
Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
PEA-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
PFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
Metallurgical Results (3)
flotationNorth American Lithium · lithiumRecovery: 71.2 %View all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- flotation
- Processing Route
- grinding, desliming, magnetic separation, flotation and dewatering circuits
- Sample
- expansion case
Recovery
- Recovery
- 71.2 %
- Recovery Basis
- actual_test
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The 71.2% metallurgical recovery for the expansion case represents a significant improvement, positively impacting project economics.
Positive factors
- Improved metallurgical recovery
- Supports expansion economics
Evidence · text
“average metallurgical recovery over the LOM is 71.2% for the expansion”
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
flotationNorth American Lithium · lithiumRecovery: 69.2 %Historical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- flotation
- Processing Route
- grinding, desliming, magnetic separation, flotation and dewatering circuits
- Sample
- base case
Recovery
- Recovery
- 69.2 %
- Recovery Basis
- actual_test
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-05-12T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The base case metallurgical recovery of 69.2% serves as a historical comparison, highlighting the improvement achieved in the expansion scenario.
Negative factors
- Lower recovery compared to expansion case
- Historical comparison point
Evidence · text
“69.2% for the base case”
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
flotationNorth American Lithium · lithiumHead Grade: 1.17Head Grade Unit: % Li2OView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- North American Lithium
- Commodity
- lithium
- Region
- canada_qc
- Reported Region
- Québec, Canada
- Ticker
- ELV
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- flotation
- Processing Route
- grinding, desliming, magnetic separation, flotation and dewatering circuits
- Sample
- PFS average feed grade
Recovery
- Recovery Basis
- unspecified
- Head Grade
- 1.17
- Head Grade Unit
- % Li2O
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The average feed grade of 1.17% Li2O for the PFS is a strong input for the project's economic viability.
Positive factors
- Good average feed grade for lithium
Evidence · table
“1.17”
Context: Average Feed Grade
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
How Atlas produces this analysis
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