Spanish Mountain Gold Drills Extensive Mineralization Over 140.67 metres Grading 0.68 g/t Including 1.07 g/t Over 17.00 metres and 0.95 g/t Over 67.31 metres and Extends the Orca Fault Target Trend 130 m to Southeast Drilling 26.46 metres Grading ...
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- Spanish Mountain Gold Ltd.
- Ticker
- SPA
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- British Columbia, Canada
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-09-19 00:42:12 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Spanish Mountain Gold reports significant gold drill results from its 2025 Fall Diamond Drill program at the SMG project in British Columbia, Canada. Highlights include 140.67 metres grading 0.68 g/t gold in hole 25-DH-1300, and 102.56 metres grading 0.55 g/t gold in hole 25-DH-1302. The results extend the Orca Fault target trend and demonstrate continuity of higher-grade mineralization, with detailed QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Reasoning: The document reports significant gold drill results from the Orca Fault target, extending mineralization and showing good continuity. The intercepts include wide zones with notable grades, and the company provides detailed QA/QC disclosure. However, the lack of true width information introduces some uncertainty.
Positive factors
- Extensive mineralization intersected in multiple holes, including high-grade intervals.
- Drilling extends the Orca Fault target trend, demonstrating continuity.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures are disclosed, including certified lab and QP sign-off.
Negative factors
- True thickness of mineralization is unknown for all reported intercepts.
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 21
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 21. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (21)
25-DH-1300Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.68Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 140.67 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1300
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.68
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 140.67 m
- From
- 53.84 m
- To
- 194.51 m
- Hole Depth
- 274 m
- Intercept Depth
- 53.84 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1300:53.84-194.51
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604388
- Northing
- 5828063
- Elevation
- 1085 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept represents a substantial width of gold mineralization at a good grade, contributing positively to the project's potential. The program aims to extend the Orca Fault target, which this hole supports. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Significant intercept length and good grade for an open-pit gold project.
- Part of a program extending known mineralization.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.68”
Context: 140.67
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 140.67
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1300Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 31.99 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1300
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.7
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 31.99 m
- From
- 53.84 m
- To
- 85.83 m
- Hole Depth
- 274 m
- Intercept Depth
- 53.84 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1300:53.84-85.83
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604388
- Northing
- 5828063
- Elevation
- 1085 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is a solid sub-interval within the broader intercept, contributing to the overall positive results. The grade is consistent with the main interval. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Good grade and width within a larger mineralized zone.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.70”
Context: 31.99
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 31.99
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1300Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.07Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 17 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1300
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.07
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 17 m
- From
- 67 m
- To
- 84 m
- Hole Depth
- 274 m
- Intercept Depth
- 53.84 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1300:67-84
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604388
- Northing
- 5828063
- Elevation
- 1085 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval is a strong positive, indicating zones of richer mineralization within the overall intercept. The grade is above the moderate threshold for an open-pit gold project. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- High-grade interval within the broader mineralization, exceeding 1 g/t gold.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“1.07”
Context: 17.00
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 17.00
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1300Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.86Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 75.2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1300
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.86
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 75.2 m
- From
- 127.2 m
- To
- 202.4 m
- Hole Depth
- 274 m
- Intercept Depth
- 53.84 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1300:127.2-202.4
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604388
- Northing
- 5828063
- Elevation
- 1085 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is a solid sub-interval within the broader intercept, contributing to the overall positive results. The grade is consistent with the main interval. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Good grade and width within a larger mineralized zone.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.86”
Context: 75.20
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 75.20
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1300Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.95Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 67.31 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1300
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.95
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 67.31 m
- From
- 127.2 m
- To
- 194.51 m
- Hole Depth
- 274 m
- Intercept Depth
- 53.84 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1300:127.2-194.51
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604388
- Northing
- 5828063
- Elevation
- 1085 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is a solid sub-interval within the broader intercept, contributing to the overall positive results. The grade is consistent with the main interval. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Good grade and width within a larger mineralized zone.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.95”
Context: 67.31
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 67.31
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1300Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.37Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 32.51 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1300
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.37
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 32.51 m
- From
- 162 m
- To
- 194.51 m
- Hole Depth
- 274 m
- Intercept Depth
- 53.84 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1300:162-194.51
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604388
- Northing
- 5828063
- Elevation
- 1085 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval is a strong positive, indicating zones of richer mineralization within the overall intercept. The grade is above the moderate threshold for an open-pit gold project. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- High-grade interval within the broader mineralization.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“1.37”
Context: 32.51
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 32.51
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1300Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 2.85Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12.78 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1300
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.85
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 12.78 m
- From
- 181.73 m
- To
- 194.51 m
- Hole Depth
- 274 m
- Intercept Depth
- 53.84 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1300:181.73-194.51
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604388
- Northing
- 5828063
- Elevation
- 1085 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is an excellent high-grade intercept, well above the strong threshold for an open-pit gold project, indicating significant potential. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Very high-grade interval, significantly above the project's average and open-pit thresholds.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“2.85”
Context: 12.78
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 12.78
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1300Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.99Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.86 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1300
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.99
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.86 m
- From
- 253.94 m
- To
- 257.8 m
- Hole Depth
- 274 m
- Intercept Depth
- 53.84 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1300:253.94-257.8
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604388
- Northing
- 5828063
- Elevation
- 1085 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is a high-grade but narrow intercept, which is positive but less material than wider zones. The grade is above the moderate threshold for an open-pit gold project. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- High-grade intercept, indicating potential for discrete high-grade zones.
Negative factors
- Relatively narrow width.
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“1.99”
Context: 3.86
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 3.86
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1302Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.55Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 102.56 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1302
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.55
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 102.56 m
- From
- 49.64 m
- To
- 152.2 m
- Hole Depth
- 282 m
- Intercept Depth
- 49.64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1302:49.64-152.2
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604194
- Northing
- 5828180
- Elevation
- 1066 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -63 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept represents a substantial width of gold mineralization at a good grade, contributing positively to the project's potential and extending the known mineralization. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Significant intercept length and good grade for an open-pit gold project.
- Extends gold mineralization to the northwest.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.55”
Context: 102.56
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 102.56
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1302Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.81Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 47.99 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1302
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.81
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 47.99 m
- From
- 49.64 m
- To
- 97.63 m
- Hole Depth
- 282 m
- Intercept Depth
- 49.64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1302:49.64-97.63
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604194
- Northing
- 5828180
- Elevation
- 1066 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -63 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is a solid sub-interval within the broader intercept, contributing to the overall positive results. The grade is consistent with the main interval. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Good grade and width within a larger mineralized zone.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.81”
Context: 47.99
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 47.99
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1302Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.15Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 27.27 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1302
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.15
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 27.27 m
- From
- 67.45 m
- To
- 94.72 m
- Hole Depth
- 282 m
- Intercept Depth
- 49.64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1302:67.45-94.72
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604194
- Northing
- 5828180
- Elevation
- 1066 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -63 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval is a strong positive, indicating zones of richer mineralization within the overall intercept. The grade is above the moderate threshold for an open-pit gold project. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- High-grade interval within the broader mineralization, exceeding 1 g/t gold.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“1.15”
Context: 27.27
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 27.27
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1302Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.44Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12.63 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1302
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.44
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 12.63 m
- From
- 82.09 m
- To
- 94.72 m
- Hole Depth
- 282 m
- Intercept Depth
- 49.64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1302:82.09-94.72
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604194
- Northing
- 5828180
- Elevation
- 1066 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -63 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval is a strong positive, indicating zones of richer mineralization within the overall intercept. The grade is above the moderate threshold for an open-pit gold project. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- High-grade interval within the broader mineralization.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“1.44”
Context: 12.63
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 12.63
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1302Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 73.11 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1302
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 73.11 m
- From
- 200.64 m
- To
- 273.75 m
- Hole Depth
- 282 m
- Intercept Depth
- 49.64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1302:200.64-273.75
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604194
- Northing
- 5828180
- Elevation
- 1066 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -63 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This deeper intercept shows good width and grade, suggesting continuity of mineralization at depth, which is a positive for resource expansion. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Significant intercept length and good grade for an open-pit gold project.
- Indicates deeper mineralization potential.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.50”
Context: 73.11
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 73.11
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1302Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.77Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 33.15 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1302
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.77
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 33.15 m
- From
- 225.75 m
- To
- 258.9 m
- Hole Depth
- 282 m
- Intercept Depth
- 49.64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1302:225.75-258.9
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604194
- Northing
- 5828180
- Elevation
- 1066 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -63 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is a solid sub-interval within the deeper intercept, contributing to the overall positive results. The grade is consistent with the main interval. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Good grade and width within a deeper mineralized zone.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.77”
Context: 33.15
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 33.15
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1302Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.38 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1302
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.23
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 16.38 m
- From
- 242.52 m
- To
- 258.9 m
- Hole Depth
- 282 m
- Intercept Depth
- 49.64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1302:242.52-258.9
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604194
- Northing
- 5828180
- Elevation
- 1066 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -63 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval is a strong positive, indicating zones of richer mineralization within the overall deeper intercept. The grade is above the moderate threshold for an open-pit gold project. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- High-grade interval within the deeper mineralization.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“1.23”
Context: 16.38
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 16.38
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1304Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.34Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1304
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.34
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.2 m
- From
- 39.5 m
- To
- 42.7 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 39.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1304:39.5-42.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604536
- Northing
- 5827986
- Elevation
- 1067 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is a high-grade but narrow intercept, which is positive but less material than wider zones. The grade is above the moderate threshold for an open-pit gold project. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- High-grade intercept, indicating potential for discrete high-grade zones.
Negative factors
- Relatively narrow width.
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“1.34”
Context: 3.20
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 3.20
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1304Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 5.44Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.7 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1304
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 5.44
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.7 m
- From
- 42 m
- To
- 42.7 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 39.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1304:42-42.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604536
- Northing
- 5827986
- Elevation
- 1067 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is an exceptionally high-grade but very narrow intercept, indicating the presence of bonanza-grade gold. While narrow, it's a strong positive for the potential of high-grade veins. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Bonanza grade intercept, significantly above the exceptional threshold for an open-pit gold project.
Negative factors
- Very narrow width.
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“5.44”
Context: 0.70
Tags used in scoring
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 5.44 g/t gold is significantly above the exceptional threshold of 5 g/t for an open-pit gold project.
Evidence · table
“5.44”
Context: 0.70
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 0.70
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1304Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.8Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 26.46 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1304
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 26.46 m
- From
- 62.72 m
- To
- 89.18 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 39.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1304:62.72-89.18
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604536
- Northing
- 5827986
- Elevation
- 1067 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows good width and grade, contributing to the extension of the Orca Fault target to the southeast. The grade is above the moderate threshold for an open-pit gold project. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Good intercept length and grade, extending mineralization to the southeast.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.80”
Context: 26.46
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 26.46
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1304Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.97Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 19.17 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1304
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.97
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 19.17 m
- From
- 62.72 m
- To
- 81.89 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 39.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1304:62.72-81.89
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604536
- Northing
- 5827986
- Elevation
- 1067 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is a solid sub-interval within the broader intercept, contributing to the overall positive results. The grade is consistent with the main interval. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Good grade and width within a larger mineralized zone.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“0.97”
Context: 19.17
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 19.17
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1304Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.61Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8.03 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1304
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.61
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 8.03 m
- From
- 62.72 m
- To
- 70.75 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 39.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1304:62.72-70.75
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604536
- Northing
- 5827986
- Elevation
- 1067 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval is a strong positive, indicating zones of richer mineralization within the overall intercept. The grade is above the moderate threshold for an open-pit gold project. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- High-grade interval within the broader mineralization.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“1.61”
Context: 8.03
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 8.03
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
25-DH-1304Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 2.26Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.28 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 25-DH-1304
- Project
- Spanish Mountain
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SPA
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.26
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4.28 m
- From
- 62.72 m
- To
- 67 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 39.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 25-DH-1304:62.72-67
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 604536
- Northing
- 5827986
- Elevation
- 1067 m
- Azimuth
- 120 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSALABS’s analytical facility in Prince George, British Columbia
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.15
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2025-12-08T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is an excellent high-grade intercept, well above the strong threshold for an open-pit gold project, indicating significant potential. The lack of true width is a minor negative.
Positive factors
- Very high-grade interval, significantly above the project's average and open-pit thresholds.
Negative factors
- True thickness is unknown.
Evidence · table
“2.26”
Context: 4.28
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: True thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.
Evidence · table
“Note 3)”
Context: 4.28
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration.
Evidence · text
“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.
Evidence · table
“0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade”
Context: Reported intersections are calculated using a
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