KLDC Hits 50.3 m of Continuous Mineralization with 39.35 g/t Au over 16.4 m, Including 1,670 g/t Au over 0.38 m in 40 m Step-Out at Mirado; Six Additional Holes Pending
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- Kirkland Lake Discoveries Corp.
- Ticker
- KLDC
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- Ontario
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-09-16 06:47:52 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Kirkland Lake Discoveries Corp. announced exceptional drill results from its Mirado property, highlighted by a 40-meter step-out hole KLM26-004 intersecting 39.35 g/t Au over 16.4 m, including a bonanza grade of 1,670 g/t Au over 0.38 m. These results confirm lateral continuity and the presence of high-grade shoots within the South Zone, significantly exceeding previous project averages. Six additional drill holes are pending, with results expected to further define the project's scale.
Reasoning: KLDC reported exceptional high-grade gold intercepts, including a bonanza grade of 1,670 g/t Au over 0.38 m within a broader 16.4 m interval at 39.35 g/t Au, from a 40 m step-out hole at Mirado. This significantly exceeds prior project averages and peer benchmarks, demonstrating strong continuity and potential for high-grade shoots. True widths are estimated, and QA/QC procedures are disclosed with QP sign-off. The company acknowledges the influence of a single high-grade sample and has not applied top-cutting, which is noted but does not detract from the overall positive result.
Positive factors
- Bonanza Intercept
- True Width Disclosed
- Step-Out Extension
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Negative factors
- High-grade influenced by single sample
- No top-cutting applied to high-grade results
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 10
Classification and evidence
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The document reports an intercept of 1,670 g/t Au over 0.38 m, which is an exceptionally high grade.
Evidence · text
“1,670 g/t Au over 0.38 m”
True Width Disclosedpositive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Why it applies: The document states that true widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: The high-grade intercept in KLM26-004 is described as a 40 m step-out, confirming lateral continuity.
Evidence · text
“40-m step out south from hole KLM26-002”
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The release details QA/QC procedures including certified reference standards and blanks, and mentions analysis by Paragon Geochemical using Chrysos PhotonAssay™ technology.
Evidence · text
“Data Verification & Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Gold analyses were completed on ½ NQ Core at Paragon Geochemical using Chrysos PhotonAssay™ technology”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: The document clearly states the 0.2 g/t Au cutoff grade and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution used for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP Signedpositive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, who is a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 10. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (10)
KLM26-003Mirado · goldGrade: 0.87Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 27 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-003
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.87
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 27 m
- True Width
- 21.6 m
- From
- 13 m
- To
- 40 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 13 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-003:13-40
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587290
- Northing
- 5318352
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept of 0.87 g/t Au over 27.0 m supports continuity of mineralization within the South Zone, contributing to the overall understanding of the deposit.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Evidence · table
“0.87”
Context: 27.0
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
KLM26-003Mirado · goldGrade: 3.43Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-003
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.43
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 5 m
- True Width
- 4 m
- From
- 13 m
- To
- 18 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 13 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-003:13-18
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587290
- Northing
- 5318352
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-interval of 3.43 g/t Au over 5.0 m is a moderate grade for an orogenic gold deposit, indicating localized higher-grade mineralization within the broader zone.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Evidence · table
“3.43”
Context: 5.0
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
KLM26-003Mirado · goldGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-003
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.26
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 16 m
- True Width
- 12.8 m
- From
- 81.5 m
- To
- 97.5 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 13 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-003:81.5-97.5
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587290
- Northing
- 5318352
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept of 0.26 g/t Au over 16.0 m is a weak grade for an orogenic gold deposit, but contributes to the understanding of the broader mineralized envelope.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Evidence · table
“0.26”
Context: 16.0
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
KLM26-003Mirado · goldGrade: 0.25Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 32.9 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-003
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.25
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 32.9 m
- True Width
- 26.32 m
- From
- 112.6 m
- To
- 145.5 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 13 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-003:112.6-145.5
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587290
- Northing
- 5318352
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept of 0.25 g/t Au over 32.9 m is a weak grade for an orogenic gold deposit, but its significant width supports the continuity of the mineralized envelope.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Evidence · table
“0.25”
Context: 32.9
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
KLM26-004Mirado · goldGrade: 1.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.6 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-004
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.23
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.6 m
- True Width
- 2.88 m
- From
- 15 m
- To
- 18.6 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 15 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-004:15-18.6
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587311
- Northing
- 5318276
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept of 1.23 g/t Au over 3.6 m is a moderate grade for an orogenic gold deposit, indicating the presence of mineralization at shallow depths.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Evidence · table
“1.23”
Context: 3.6
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
KLM26-004Mirado · goldGrade: 39.35Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.4 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-004
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 39.35
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 16.4 m
- True Width
- 13.12 m
- From
- 53.6 m
- To
- 70 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 15 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-004:53.6-70
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587311
- Northing
- 5318276
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This exceptional intercept of 39.35 g/t Au over 16.4 m, including bonanza grades, is a significant step-out discovery, well above the 75th percentile for orogenic gold deposits and significantly higher than previous project results, indicating strong potential for high-grade shoots.
Positive factors
- Bonanza Intercept
- True Width Disclosed
- Step-Out Extension
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Negative factors
- High-grade influenced by single sample
- No top-cutting applied to high-grade results
Evidence · table
“39.35”
Context: 16.4
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The grade of 39.35 g/t Au is well above the exceptional threshold of 15 g/t for underground orogenic gold deposits.
Evidence · table
“39.35”
Context: 16.4
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: This intercept is from a 40-meter step-out south from hole KLM26-002, confirming lateral continuity.
Evidence · text
“40-m step out south from hole KLM26-002”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
KLM26-004Mirado · goldGrade: 106.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-004
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 106.9
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 6 m
- True Width
- 4.8 m
- From
- 55 m
- To
- 61 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 15 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-004:55-61
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587311
- Northing
- 5318276
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This bonanza sub-interval of 106.9 g/t Au over 6.0 m is a highly significant result, well above the exceptional threshold for orogenic gold deposits, and contributes to the overall high-grade nature of the KLM26-004 intercept.
Positive factors
- Bonanza Intercept
- True Width Disclosed
- Step-Out Extension
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Negative factors
- High-grade influenced by single sample
- No top-cutting applied to high-grade results
Evidence · table
“106.90”
Context: 6.0
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The grade of 106.9 g/t Au is well above the exceptional threshold of 15 g/t for underground orogenic gold deposits.
Evidence · table
“106.90”
Context: 6.0
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: This intercept is part of a 40-meter step-out south from hole KLM26-002.
Evidence · text
“40-m step out south from hole KLM26-002”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
KLM26-004Mirado · goldGrade: 1670Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.38 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-004
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 1670
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.38 m
- True Width
- 0.304 m
- From
- 58.6 m
- To
- 59 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 15 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-004:58.6-59
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587311
- Northing
- 5318276
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This bonanza sub-interval of 1,670 g/t Au over 0.38 m is an extremely high-grade result, far exceeding any peer or project benchmarks, and confirms the presence of significant gold mineralization within the system, despite being influenced by a single sample.
Positive factors
- Bonanza Intercept
- True Width Disclosed
- Step-Out Extension
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Negative factors
- High-grade influenced by single sample
- No top-cutting applied to high-grade results
Evidence · table
“1,670”
Context: 0.38
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The grade of 1,670 g/t Au is exceptionally high, far exceeding the exceptional threshold of 15 g/t for underground orogenic gold deposits.
Evidence · table
“1,670”
Context: 0.38
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: This intercept is part of a 40-meter step-out south from hole KLM26-002.
Evidence · text
“40-m step out south from hole KLM26-002”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
KLM26-004Mirado · goldGrade: 2.22Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 26.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-004
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.22
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 26.1 m
- True Width
- 20.88 m
- From
- 78.7 m
- To
- 104.8 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 15 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-004:78.7-104.8
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587311
- Northing
- 5318276
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept of 2.22 g/t Au over 26.1 m is a moderate grade for an orogenic gold deposit, and its significant width contributes to the overall mineralized footprint of the step-out hole.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- Step-Out Extension
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Evidence · table
“2.22”
Context: 26.1
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: This intercept is part of a 40-meter step-out south from hole KLM26-002.
Evidence · text
“40-m step out south from hole KLM26-002”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
KLM26-004Mirado · goldGrade: 3.75Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 13.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- KLM26-004
- Project
- Mirado
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_on
- Reported Region
- canada_on
- Ticker
- KLDC
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.75
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 13.5 m
- True Width
- 10.8 m
- From
- 91.3 m
- To
- 104.8 m
- Hole Depth
- 300 m
- Intercept Depth
- 15 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- KLM26-004:91.3-104.8
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Location
- South Zone
- Easting
- 587311
- Northing
- 5318276
- Azimuth
- 70 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Paragon Geochemical
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-interval of 3.75 g/t Au over 13.5 m is a strong grade for an orogenic gold deposit, indicating a significant higher-grade zone within the broader intercept of the step-out hole.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- Step-Out Extension
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Compositing Transparent
- QP/CP Signed
Evidence · table
“3.75”
Context: 13.5
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
True Width DisclosedRejected · positive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Reason: True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated at approximately 80% of the reported core length intervals.”
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: This intercept is part of a 40-meter step-out south from hole KLM26-002.
Evidence · text
“40-m step out south from hole KLM26-002”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release mentions certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream.
Evidence · text
“Certified reference standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream at regular intervals, approximately one control sample per twenty samples, to monitor analytical accuracy and precision.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff and up to 3.0 m of internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals are calculated using a weighted average grade with a 0.2 g/t Au cutoff. To reflect the continuity of mineralization within the broader system, up to 3.0 m of internal dilution (consecutive material below cutoff) is included within reported composites.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
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.
Reason: The technical information has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration, a Qualified Person.
Evidence · text
“The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Benjamin Cleland, P.Geo., Vice-President Exploration , who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects .”
How Atlas produces this analysis
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