# Proposed acquisition of Cygnus Metals Limited by Central Asia Metals PLC for A$232 million

Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a

Original source: https://money.tmx.com/en/quote/CYG/news/8339149110183010/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2

Publisher: tmx

Original announcement: 2026-06-02T06:35:39.000Z

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published: Unknown date

Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date

- Company: Cygnus Metals Limited

- Ticker: CYG

- Exchange: TSX

- Region: Québec, Canada

- Primary commodity: Copper

- Secondary commodities: Gold, Silver

- Document categories: Resource update, Agreement transaction

- Extracted: 2026-09-15 18:45:14 UTC

Narrative sentiment: 0.80 · Bullish

## Minestarters Atlas summary

Central Asia Metals PLC \(CAML\) proposes to acquire Cygnus Metals Limited for A$232 million via a scheme of arrangement, offering Cygnus shareholders 0.06 new CAML shares per Cygnus share. The acquisition adds Cygnus's Chibougamau Copper-Gold Project in Québec, Canada, to CAML's portfolio, enhancing scale and diversification. The Chibougamau Project's Mineral Resource Estimate, effective September 17, 2025, includes 6.4 million tonnes at 2.3% Cu, 0.8 g/t Au, and 7.6 g/t Ag in the Measured and Indicated categories, plus 8.5 million tonnes at 2.1% Cu, 1.7 g/t Au, and 7.9 g/t Ag in the Inferred category.

Reasoning: The proposed acquisition offers a significant premium to Cygnus shareholders and strategically enhances CAML's portfolio with a high-grade copper-gold project in a tier-one jurisdiction, supported by a substantial and well-reported mineral resource estimate.

- Positive factor: Acquisition offers significant premium to Cygnus shareholders

- Positive factor: Strategic asset addition for CAML in a tier-one jurisdiction

- Positive factor: High-grade copper-gold resource with substantial contained metal

- Positive factor: Resource estimate reported under JORC and NI 43-101 standards

- Positive factor: Qualified Person \(QP\) sign-off for the resource estimate

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent assumptions disclosed

- Negative factor: Significant portion of the resource is in the Inferred category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement from a prior release, limiting novelty for the resource itself

Facts used in scoring: 74

## Classification and evidence

**JORC Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: The Mineral Resource Estimate is reported in accordance with the JORC Code 2012.

Evidence · text

> reported in accordance with the JORC Code 2012

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: The Mineral Resource Estimate is reported in accordance with the CIM Definition Standards \(CIM, 2014\) in NI 43-101.

Evidence · text

> CIM Definition Standards \(CIM, 2014\) in NI 43-101

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 scientific and technical information has been reviewed and approved by Louis Beaupre, a 'qualified person' for NI 43-101.

Evidence · text

> Louis Beaupre, the Quebec Exploration Manager of Cygnus, who is a ‘qualified person’ for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: Cut-off grades are clearly stated for each deposit within the resource estimate.

Evidence · text

> Mineral Resources are estimated at a CuEq cut-off grade of 1.2% for Corner Bay and 1.5% CuEq for Devlin. A cut-off grade of 1.8 g/t AuEq was used for Cedar Bay and Golden Eye; and 2.0 g/t AuEq for Joe Mann.

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: A significant portion of the total resource \(8.5 million tonnes\) is in the Inferred category.

Evidence · text

> 8.5 million tonnes at a 2.1% Cu grade, 1.7g/t Au grade and 7.9g/t Ag grade in the Inferred Resource category

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: The resource estimate is intended to support an updated Preliminary Economic Assessment \(PEA\).

Evidence · text

> Updated PEA study\* is already under way and would be completed by CAML

**Stale Data Re-release**

Polarity: negative

Story-specific tag

Definition: Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: The resource estimate is a re-statement from a prior release dated September 17, 2025, limiting its novelty.

Evidence · text

> The latest Mineral Resource Estimate \(‘ MRE’ \) published by Cygnus in late 2025 for the Chibougamau Project

## Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 74. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

## Resource Estimates (74)

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-0)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:8cd8135ab493e08459cc
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 4900000
- Grade: 2.5
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 124
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This indicated resource for Corner Bay shows a strong copper grade and significant contained metal, contributing materially to the project's overall resource base.

- Positive factor: High copper grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.5

Context: 4.9

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-1)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:8cd8135ab493e08459cc
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 4900000
- Grade: 0.3
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 43
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated gold grade at Corner Bay provides a valuable byproduct credit to the copper-focused resource.

- Positive factor: Contained gold adds value

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.3

Context: 4.9

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-2)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:8cd8135ab493e08459cc
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 4900000
- Grade: 8.4
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 1316
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated silver grade at Corner Bay provides a valuable byproduct credit to the copper-focused resource.

- Positive factor: Contained silver adds value

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 8.4

Context: 4.9

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-3)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:8cd8135ab493e08459cc
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 4900000
- Contained Metal: 137
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.8
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated copper equivalent grade for Corner Bay highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.8

Context: 4.9

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-4)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:8cd8135ab493e08459cc
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 4900000
- Contained Metal: 638
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.1
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated gold equivalent grade for Corner Bay highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.1

Context: 4.9

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-5)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:f591db531297be23a3a8
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 5400000
- Grade: 2.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 146
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred resource at Corner Bay shows a strong copper grade and significant contained metal, indicating good exploration potential, though requiring further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: High copper grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.7

Context: 5.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-6)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:f591db531297be23a3a8
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 5400000
- Grade: 0.2
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 41
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred gold grade at Corner Bay provides a valuable byproduct credit, but its inferred status requires further validation.

- Positive factor: Contained gold adds value

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.2

Context: 5.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-7)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:f591db531297be23a3a8
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 5400000
- Grade: 8.9
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 1543
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred silver grade at Corner Bay provides a valuable byproduct credit, but its inferred status requires further validation.

- Positive factor: Contained silver adds value

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 8.9

Context: 5.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-8)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:f591db531297be23a3a8
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 5400000
- Contained Metal: 159
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred copper equivalent grade for Corner Bay highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 3.0

Context: 5.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-9)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:f591db531297be23a3a8
- Deposit or zone: Corner Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 5400000
- Contained Metal: 744
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.2
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.3
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred gold equivalent grade for Corner Bay highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.3

Context: 5.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-10)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:04af8e62dcb5b845b4a6
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Grade: 2.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 4
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured resource at Devlin shows a high copper grade, providing high confidence for this smaller tonnage.

- Positive factor: High copper grade

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.7

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-11)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:04af8e62dcb5b845b4a6
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Grade: 0.3
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 1
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured gold grade at Devlin provides a minor byproduct credit with high confidence.

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.3

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-12)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:04af8e62dcb5b845b4a6
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Grade: 0.5
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 2
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured silver grade at Devlin provides a minor byproduct credit with high confidence.

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.5

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-13)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:04af8e62dcb5b845b4a6
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Contained Metal: 4
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.9
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured copper equivalent grade for Devlin highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, for this smaller tonnage.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.9

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-14)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:04af8e62dcb5b845b4a6
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Contained Metal: 19
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.7
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured gold equivalent grade for Devlin highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, for this smaller tonnage.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.7

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-15)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:33f587febe5e2c790702
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 600000
- Grade: 2
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 13000
- Contained Unit: t
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated resource at Devlin shows a good copper grade, providing confidence for this tonnage.

- Positive factor: Good copper grade

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.0

Context: 0.6

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-16)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:33f587febe5e2c790702
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 600000
- Grade: 0.2
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 4
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated gold grade at Devlin provides a minor byproduct credit with good confidence.

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.2

Context: 0.6

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-17)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:33f587febe5e2c790702
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 600000
- Grade: 0.2
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 5
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated silver grade at Devlin provides a minor byproduct credit with good confidence.

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.2

Context: 0.6

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-18)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:33f587febe5e2c790702
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 600000
- Contained Metal: 13000
- Contained Unit: t
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.1
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated copper equivalent grade for Devlin highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Good copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.1

Context: 0.6

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-19)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:33f587febe5e2c790702
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 600000
- Contained Metal: 69
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.4
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated gold equivalent grade for Devlin highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Good gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 3.4

Context: 0.6

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-20)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:d3659bf5d9620ccd4099
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 800000
- Grade: 2.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 16
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I resource at Devlin shows a good copper grade, providing confidence for this tonnage.

- Positive factor: Good copper grade

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.1

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-21)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:d3659bf5d9620ccd4099
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 800000
- Grade: 0.2
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 5
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I gold grade at Devlin provides a minor byproduct credit with good confidence.

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.2

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-22)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:d3659bf5d9620ccd4099
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 800000
- Grade: 0.3
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 7
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I silver grade at Devlin provides a minor byproduct credit with good confidence.

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.3

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-23)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:d3659bf5d9620ccd4099
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 800000
- Contained Metal: 17
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.3
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I copper equivalent grade for Devlin highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Good copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.3

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-24)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:d3659bf5d9620ccd4099
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 800000
- Contained Metal: 88
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.6
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I gold equivalent grade for Devlin highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Good gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 3.6

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-25)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:db79c4bc903644d4f6e4
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 300000
- Grade: 2
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 7
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred resource at Devlin shows a good copper grade, indicating potential, though requiring further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Good copper grade

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.0

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-26)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:db79c4bc903644d4f6e4
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 300000
- Grade: 0.2
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 2
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred gold grade at Devlin provides a minor byproduct credit, but its inferred status requires further validation.

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.2

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-27)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:db79c4bc903644d4f6e4
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 300000
- Grade: 0.3
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 3
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred silver grade at Devlin provides a minor byproduct credit, but its inferred status requires further validation.

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.3

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-28)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:db79c4bc903644d4f6e4
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 300000
- Contained Metal: 7
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.1
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred copper equivalent grade for Devlin highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Good copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.1

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-29)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:db79c4bc903644d4f6e4
- Deposit or zone: Devlin
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 300000
- Contained Metal: 36
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.5
- Cutoff Unit: % CuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.4
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred gold equivalent grade for Devlin highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Good gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 3.4

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-30)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:3237a70cabba18b90b43
- Deposit or zone: Joe Mann
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 700000
- Grade: 0.2
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 2
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 2
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred copper grade at Joe Mann is low, but contributes to the overall polymetallic resource.

- Negative factor: Low copper grade

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.2

Context: 0.7

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-31)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:3237a70cabba18b90b43
- Deposit or zone: Joe Mann
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 700000
- Grade: 6
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 143
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 2
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred resource at Joe Mann shows a very high gold grade, indicating significant potential, though requiring further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: High gold grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained gold

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 6.0

Context: 0.7

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-32)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:3237a70cabba18b90b43
- Deposit or zone: Joe Mann
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 700000
- Contained Metal: 34
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 2
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.6
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred copper equivalent grade for Joe Mann highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.6

Context: 0.7

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-33)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:3237a70cabba18b90b43
- Deposit or zone: Joe Mann
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 700000
- Contained Metal: 151
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 2
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 6.3
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred gold equivalent grade for Joe Mann highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 6.3

Context: 0.7

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-34)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:50ba12b1c275e0dfb28b
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 300000
- Grade: 1.6
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 4
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated resource at Cedar Bay shows a good copper grade, contributing to the overall polymetallic resource with good confidence.

- Positive factor: Good copper grade

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 1.6

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-35)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:50ba12b1c275e0dfb28b
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 300000
- Grade: 6
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 50
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated resource at Cedar Bay shows a very high gold grade, providing significant value with good confidence.

- Positive factor: High gold grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained gold

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 6.0

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-36)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:50ba12b1c275e0dfb28b
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 300000
- Grade: 9.9
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 82
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated silver grade at Cedar Bay provides a valuable byproduct credit with good confidence.

- Positive factor: Contained silver adds value

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 9.9

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-37)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:50ba12b1c275e0dfb28b
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 300000
- Contained Metal: 16
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 6.4
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated copper equivalent grade for Cedar Bay highlights the combined high value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 6.4

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-38)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:50ba12b1c275e0dfb28b
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 300000
- Contained Metal: 67
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 8.1
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated gold equivalent grade for Cedar Bay highlights the combined high value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 8.1

Context: 0.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-39)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:79c9fe160804e99ae4aa
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 800000
- Grade: 2
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 17
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred resource at Cedar Bay shows a good copper grade, contributing to the overall polymetallic resource, though requiring further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Good copper grade

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.0

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-40)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:79c9fe160804e99ae4aa
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 800000
- Grade: 5.1
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 134
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred resource at Cedar Bay shows a high gold grade, indicating significant potential, though requiring further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: High gold grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained gold

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 5.1

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-41)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:79c9fe160804e99ae4aa
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 800000
- Grade: 11.8
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 309
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred silver grade at Cedar Bay provides a valuable byproduct credit, but its inferred status requires further validation.

- Positive factor: Contained silver adds value

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 11.8

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-42)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:79c9fe160804e99ae4aa
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 800000
- Contained Metal: 50
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 6.1
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred copper equivalent grade for Cedar Bay highlights the combined high value of the polymetallic resource, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 6.1

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-43)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:79c9fe160804e99ae4aa
- Deposit or zone: Cedar Bay
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 800000
- Contained Metal: 205
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 7.8
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred gold equivalent grade for Cedar Bay highlights the combined high value of the polymetallic resource, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 7.8

Context: 0.8

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-44)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:2bb092a18119623ec64a
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 500000
- Grade: 1
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 5
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated resource at Golden Eye shows a moderate copper grade, contributing to the overall polymetallic resource with good confidence.

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 1.0

Context: 0.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-45)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:2bb092a18119623ec64a
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 500000
- Grade: 4.3
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 69
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated resource at Golden Eye shows a high gold grade, providing significant value with good confidence.

- Positive factor: High gold grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained gold

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.3

Context: 0.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-46)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:2bb092a18119623ec64a
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 500000
- Grade: 9.9
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 161
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated silver grade at Golden Eye provides a valuable byproduct credit with good confidence.

- Positive factor: Contained silver adds value

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 9.9

Context: 0.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-47)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:2bb092a18119623ec64a
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 500000
- Contained Metal: 22
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.4
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated copper equivalent grade for Golden Eye highlights the combined high value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.4

Context: 0.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-48)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:2bb092a18119623ec64a
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 500000
- Contained Metal: 91
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 5.6
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated gold equivalent grade for Golden Eye highlights the combined high value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 5.6

Context: 0.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-49)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:28219b2f4f3eeed1adba
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 1200000
- Grade: 0.9
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 11
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred resource at Golden Eye shows a moderate copper grade, contributing to the overall polymetallic resource, though requiring further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.9

Context: 1.2

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-50)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:28219b2f4f3eeed1adba
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 1200000
- Grade: 3.4
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 134
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred resource at Golden Eye shows a high gold grade, indicating significant potential, though requiring further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: High gold grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained gold

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 3.4

Context: 1.2

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-51)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:28219b2f4f3eeed1adba
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 1200000
- Grade: 7.9
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 313
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred silver grade at Golden Eye provides a valuable byproduct credit, but its inferred status requires further validation.

- Positive factor: Contained silver adds value

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 7.9

Context: 1.2

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-52)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:28219b2f4f3eeed1adba
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 1200000
- Contained Metal: 45
- Contained Unit: kt
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.6
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred copper equivalent grade for Golden Eye highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 3.6

Context: 1.2

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-53)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:28219b2f4f3eeed1adba
- Deposit or zone: Golden Eye
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 1200000
- Contained Metal: 182
- Contained Unit: koz
- Cutoff Grade: 1.8
- Cutoff Unit: g/t AuEq

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.6
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred gold equivalent grade for Golden Eye highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.6

Context: 1.2

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-54)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:efbb2c421062994f02a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Grade: 2.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 4
- Contained Unit: kt

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured resource for the Hub and Spoke project shows a high copper grade, providing high confidence for this smaller tonnage.

- Positive factor: High copper grade

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.7

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-55)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:efbb2c421062994f02a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Grade: 0.3
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 1
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured gold grade for the Hub and Spoke project provides a minor byproduct credit with high confidence.

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.3

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-56)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:efbb2c421062994f02a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Grade: 0.5
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 2
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured silver grade for the Hub and Spoke project provides a minor byproduct credit with high confidence.

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.5

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-57)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:efbb2c421062994f02a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Contained Metal: 4
- Contained Unit: kt

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 2.9
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured copper equivalent grade for the Hub and Spoke project highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, for this smaller tonnage.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.9

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### measured

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-58)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:efbb2c421062994f02a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: measured
- Tonnes: 100000
- Contained Metal: 19
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.7
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The measured gold equivalent grade for the Hub and Spoke project highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, for this smaller tonnage.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Measured resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Small tonnage

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.7

Context: 0.1

#### Tags used in scoring

**Measured Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "measured"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-59)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:5afa3114236a174d23a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6300000
- Grade: 2.3
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 146
- Contained Unit: kt

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated resource for the Hub and Spoke project shows a strong copper grade and significant contained metal, contributing materially to the project's overall resource base.

- Positive factor: High copper grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.3

Context: 6.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-60)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:5afa3114236a174d23a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6300000
- Grade: 0.8
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 166
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated gold grade for the Hub and Spoke project provides a valuable credit to the copper-focused resource.

- Positive factor: Good gold grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained gold

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.8

Context: 6.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-61)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:5afa3114236a174d23a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6300000
- Grade: 7.8
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 1563
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated silver grade for the Hub and Spoke project provides a valuable byproduct credit to the copper-focused resource.

- Positive factor: Contained silver adds value

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 7.8

Context: 6.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-62)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:5afa3114236a174d23a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6300000
- Contained Metal: 189
- Contained Unit: kt

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated copper equivalent grade for the Hub and Spoke project highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 3.0

Context: 6.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-63)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:5afa3114236a174d23a0
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6300000
- Contained Metal: 865
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.3
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The indicated gold equivalent grade for the Hub and Spoke project highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.3

Context: 6.3

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-64)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:e5cb9ec5f300c1bf35b5
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6400000
- Grade: 2.3
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 149
- Contained Unit: kt

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I resource for the Hub and Spoke project shows a strong copper grade and significant contained metal, contributing materially to the project's overall resource base.

- Positive factor: High copper grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.3

Context: 6.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-65)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:e5cb9ec5f300c1bf35b5
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6400000
- Grade: 0.8
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 167000
- Contained Unit: oz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I gold grade for the Hub and Spoke project provides a valuable credit to the copper-focused resource.

- Positive factor: Good gold grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained gold

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 0.8

Context: 6.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-66)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:e5cb9ec5f300c1bf35b5
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6400000
- Grade: 7.6
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 1565
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I silver grade for the Hub and Spoke project provides a valuable byproduct credit to the copper-focused resource.

- Positive factor: Contained silver adds value

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 7.6

Context: 6.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-67)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:e5cb9ec5f300c1bf35b5
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6400000
- Contained Metal: 193
- Contained Unit: kt

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I copper equivalent grade for the Hub and Spoke project highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 3.0

Context: 6.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### indicated

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-68)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:e5cb9ec5f300c1bf35b5
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: indicated
- Tonnes: 6400000
- Contained Metal: 884
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.3
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The M&amp;I gold equivalent grade for the Hub and Spoke project highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Indicated resource category

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.3

Context: 6.4

#### Tags used in scoring

**Indicated Resource**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-69)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:9f9d5c98b12ed1816659
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 8500000
- Grade: 2.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Contained Metal: 182000
- Contained Unit: t

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred resource for the Hub and Spoke project shows a good copper grade and significant contained metal, indicating good exploration potential, though requiring further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Good copper grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 2.1

Context: 8.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-70)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:9f9d5c98b12ed1816659
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 8500000
- Grade: 1.7
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 454000
- Contained Unit: oz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred gold grade for the Hub and Spoke project provides a significant credit to the copper-focused resource, indicating good exploration potential.

- Positive factor: High gold grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained gold

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 1.7

Context: 8.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-71)

Chibougamau Project · silver

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: silver
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:9f9d5c98b12ed1816659
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 8500000
- Grade: 7.9
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Contained Metal: 2168
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred silver grade for the Hub and Spoke project provides a valuable byproduct credit, but its inferred status requires further validation.

- Positive factor: Contained silver adds value

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 7.9

Context: 8.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-72)

Chibougamau Project · copper

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: copper
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:9f9d5c98b12ed1816659
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 8500000
- Contained Metal: 295
- Contained Unit: kt

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 3.5
- Metal Eq. Unit: % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred copper equivalent grade for the Hub and Spoke project highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong copper equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 3.5

Context: 8.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

### inferred

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/proposed-acquisition-of-cygnus-metals-limited-by-central-asia-metals-plc-for-a-2--7377e808-17df-4646-b0b3-d1453d242e7a#fact-resource-facts-73)

Chibougamau Project · gold

#### Identity

- Project: Chibougamau Project
- Commodity: gold
- Region: canada\_qc
- Reported Region: Québec, Canada
- Ticker: CYG

#### Resource scope

- Estimate type: resource
- Effective date: 2025-09-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards: jorc, ni\_43\_101
- QP Signed: Yes
- Qualified person names: Louis Beaupre
- Resource group id: resource:9f9d5c98b12ed1816659
- Deposit or zone: Hub and Spoke
- Mining method: underground

#### Resource Data

- Category: inferred
- Tonnes: 8500000
- Contained Metal: 1318
- Contained Unit: koz

#### Prior Estimate

- Resource Date: 2025-09-17

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 4.8
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-06-02T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inferred gold equivalent grade for the Hub and Spoke project highlights the combined value of the polymetallic resource, with transparent calculation assumptions, but requires further drilling for confidence upgrade.

- Positive factor: Strong gold equivalent grade

- Positive factor: Significant contained metal equivalent

- Positive factor: Assumptions for metal equivalent calculation disclosed

- Negative factor: Inferred resource category

- Negative factor: Resource estimate is a re-statement

Evidence · table

> 4.8

Context: 8.5

#### Tags used in scoring

**Inferred Resource**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

**Cut-off Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**QP/CP Signed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc

**NI 43-101 Compliant**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101

**PEA-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

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

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

**DFS-Supporting**

Polarity: neutral

Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&amp;I confidence.

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

## How Atlas produces this analysis

Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.
