Trident Resources Intersects Additional High-Grade Gold at Contact Lake Grading 17.88 g/t Au over 11.25m, including 42.53 g/t over 4.50m from 86m Depth

Original announcement by tmx on

Company
Trident Resources Corp.
Ticker
ROCK
Exchange
TSX
Region
northern Saskatchewan
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-09-18 19:07:50 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Trident Resources announced high-grade gold assay results from eight diamond drill holes at its Contact Lake Gold Project in northern Saskatchewan. Highlights include 17.88 g/t gold over 11.25m in hole CL26042, which contained a bonanza-grade interval of 350.00 g/t gold over 0.50m. The company noted strong continuity of mineralization and expansion potential, with a significant winter drill program completed and a larger summer program planned. Trident is fully funded through 2026 and beyond, with $28 million in treasury.

Reasoning: The announcement reports multiple high-grade gold intercepts, with several bonanza-grade sections, reinforcing the project's potential and continuity. The company is well-funded for further exploration. However, the lack of true width determination introduces uncertainty regarding the actual thickness of the mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Multiple high-grade gold intercepts, including bonanza grades up to 350 g/t Au.
  • Significant intercept lengths, with one hole (CL26040) showing broad mineralization over 41.50m.
  • Results demonstrate strong continuity and expansion potential of gold mineralization.
  • Project is well-funded for continued aggressive drilling.
  • Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed, including certified lab and QP sign-off.

Negative factors

  • True widths have not been determined for any of the reported intercepts, potentially overstating actual thickness.
  • Some high-grade intercepts are over very narrow widths, which may impact economic viability.

Facts used in scoring: 25

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 25. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (25)

CL26030Contact Lake · goldGrade: 17.8Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26030
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
17.8
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.5 m
From
91.5 m
To
93 m
Hole Depth
302 m
Intercept Depth
91.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26030:91.5-93
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508195
Northing
6141346
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows high-grade gold, exceeding the exceptional threshold for underground mining, but its narrow width limits its overall materiality. The GT product is moderate. It contributes to the overall positive results of the program.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercept (17.80 g/t Au) exceeds underground exceptional threshold.
  • GT product (26.7 g/t*m) is within the moderate range.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (1.50m) limits overall contained metal.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“17.80”

Context: 1.50

Tags used in scoring

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: The grade of 17.80 g/t Au is above the 15 g/t exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.

Evidence · table

“17.80”

Context: 1.50

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26030Contact Lake · goldGrade: 4.35Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26030
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
4.35
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
8.5 m
From
265.5 m
To
274 m
Hole Depth
302 m
Intercept Depth
265.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26030:265.5-274
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508195
Northing
6141346
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate grade and width, contributing to the overall mineralization footprint but not standing out as exceptionally high-grade. It is consistent with the exploration program's objective.

Positive factors

  • Moderate intercept length (8.50m) and grade (4.35 g/t Au) contribute to overall mineralization.

Negative factors

  • Grade is at the lower end of the moderate threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“4.35”

Context: 8.50

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26035Contact Lake · goldGrade: 37.59Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26035
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
37.59
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.5 m
From
202 m
To
204.5 m
Hole Depth
461 m
Intercept Depth
202 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26035:202-204.5
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508266
Northing
6141189
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
340 °
Dip
-63 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept features very high-grade gold, well above the exceptional threshold, making it a significant result despite its narrow width. It contributes strongly to the high-grade nature of the project.

Positive factors

  • Very high-grade gold intercept (37.59 g/t Au) significantly exceeds underground exceptional threshold.
  • GT product (93.98 g/t*m) is strong.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (2.50m) limits overall contained metal.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“37.59”

Context: 2.50

Tags used in scoring

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: The grade of 37.59 g/t Au is significantly above the 15 g/t exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.

Evidence · table

“37.59”

Context: 2.50

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26035Contact Lake · goldGrade: 93.44Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26035
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
93.44
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
202.5 m
To
203.5 m
Hole Depth
461 m
Intercept Depth
202.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26035:202.5-203.5
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508266
Northing
6141189
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
340 °
Dip
-63 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This bonanza-grade intercept is a highlight, demonstrating extremely high gold grades within the broader interval. While very narrow, it significantly boosts the overall grade of the interval.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza-grade gold intercept (93.44 g/t Au) is extremely high.
  • GT product (93.44 g/t*m) is strong.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow intercept length (1.00m).
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“93.44”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: The grade of 93.44 g/t Au is exceptionally high, far exceeding the 15 g/t exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.

Evidence · table

“93.44”

Context: 1.00

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26035Contact Lake · goldGrade: 184Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26035
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
184
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.5 m
From
203 m
To
203.5 m
Hole Depth
461 m
Intercept Depth
203 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26035:203-203.5
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508266
Northing
6141189
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
340 °
Dip
-63 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This bonanza-grade intercept represents an extremely high-grade core within the broader interval, further enhancing the overall grade. Its very narrow nature is noted, but the grade is exceptional.

Positive factors

  • Extremely high-grade gold intercept (184.00 g/t Au) is a bonanza grade.
  • GT product (92.00 g/t*m) is strong.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow intercept length (0.50m).
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“184.00”

Context: 0.50

Tags used in scoring

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: The grade of 184.00 g/t Au is exceptionally high, far exceeding the 15 g/t exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.

Evidence · table

“184.00”

Context: 0.50

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26037Contact Lake · goldGrade: 3.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26037
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
3.23
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
197 m
To
199 m
Hole Depth
440 m
Intercept Depth
197 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26037:197-199
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508259
Northing
6141249
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
345 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a weak grade over a narrow width, contributing minimally to the overall project's high-grade profile. It is a routine result within an exploration program.

Negative factors

  • Grade (3.23 g/t Au) is at the lower end of the weak threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • Narrow intercept length (2.00m).
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“3.23”

Context: 2.00

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26038Contact Lake · goldGrade: 53.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26038
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
53.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.5 m
From
170.84 m
To
171.34 m
Hole Depth
449 m
Intercept Depth
170.84 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26038:170.84-171.34
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508094
Northing
6141180
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept features bonanza-grade gold, significantly contributing to the high-grade nature of the project, despite its very narrow width. It is a strong indicator of high-grade zones.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza-grade gold intercept (53.30 g/t Au) is extremely high.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow intercept length (0.50m).
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“53.30”

Context: 0.50

Tags used in scoring

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: The grade of 53.30 g/t Au is exceptionally high, far exceeding the 15 g/t exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.

Evidence · table

“53.30”

Context: 0.50

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26038Contact Lake · goldGrade: 4.98Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.11 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26038
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
4.98
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
5.11 m
From
223.89 m
To
229 m
Hole Depth
449 m
Intercept Depth
223.89 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26038:223.89-229
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508094
Northing
6141180
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a reasonable width, contributing to the overall mineralization. It is a solid, but not exceptional, result for the exploration program.

Positive factors

  • Grade (4.98 g/t Au) is above the moderate threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • Intercept length (5.11m) is reasonable.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“4.98”

Context: 5.11

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26038Contact Lake · goldGrade: 9.34Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.11 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26038
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
9.34
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.11 m
From
223.89 m
To
226 m
Hole Depth
449 m
Intercept Depth
223.89 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26038:223.89-226
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508094
Northing
6141180
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a strong gold grade within the broader interval, indicating a higher-grade core. It enhances the overall quality of the mineralization in this section.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercept (9.34 g/t Au) is within the strong threshold for underground gold deposits.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (2.11m).
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“9.34”

Context: 2.11

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26038Contact Lake · goldGrade: 5.25Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.85 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26038
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
5.25
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.85 m
From
341.15 m
To
343 m
Hole Depth
449 m
Intercept Depth
341.15 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26038:341.15-343
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508094
Northing
6141180
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a narrow width, contributing to the overall mineralization but not standing out as a primary highlight. It is a routine result for the exploration program.

Positive factors

  • Grade (5.25 g/t Au) is above the moderate threshold for underground gold deposits.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (1.85m).
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“5.25”

Context: 1.85

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26039Contact Lake · goldGrade: 2.11Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26039
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
2.11
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
8 m
From
325 m
To
333 m
Hole Depth
371 m
Intercept Depth
325 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26039:325-333
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508280
Northing
6141205
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a weak grade over a moderate width, contributing to the overall mineralization but not representing a high-grade zone. It is a routine result for the exploration program.

Positive factors

  • Intercept length (8.00m) is moderate.

Negative factors

  • Grade (2.11 g/t Au) is below the weak threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“2.11”

Context: 8.00

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26039Contact Lake · goldGrade: 4.35Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26039
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
4.35
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
331 m
To
333 m
Hole Depth
371 m
Intercept Depth
331 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26039:331-333
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508280
Northing
6141205
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a moderate gold grade within the broader interval, indicating a slightly higher-grade section. It is a routine result for the exploration program.

Positive factors

  • Grade (4.35 g/t Au) is above the moderate threshold for underground gold deposits.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (2.00m).
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“4.35”

Context: 2.00

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26040Contact Lake · goldGrade: 1.98Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 41.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26040
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
1.98
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
41.5 m
From
287.5 m
To
329 m
Hole Depth
350 m
Intercept Depth
287.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26040:287.5-329
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508146
Northing
6141132
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-61 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows broad mineralization over a significant length, which is positive for resource expansion, despite the lower grade for an underground target. The width is a key positive factor.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length (41.50m) indicates broad mineralization, exceeding strong continuity threshold.
  • GT product (82.21 g/t*m) is moderate.

Negative factors

  • Grade (1.98 g/t Au) is below the weak threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.98”

Context: 41.50

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26040Contact Lake · goldGrade: 3.52Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 15 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26040
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
3.52
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
15 m
From
302 m
To
317 m
Hole Depth
350 m
Intercept Depth
302 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26040:302-317
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508146
Northing
6141132
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-61 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a moderate grade over a strong width, indicating a more concentrated zone within the broader mineralization. It is a good result for the exploration program.

Positive factors

  • Grade (3.52 g/t Au) is above the weak threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • Intercept length (15.00m) is strong.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“3.52”

Context: 15.00

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26040Contact Lake · goldGrade: 8.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26040
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
8.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3 m
From
302 m
To
305 m
Hole Depth
350 m
Intercept Depth
302 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26040:302-305
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508146
Northing
6141132
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-61 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a strong gold grade over a weak width, indicating a higher-grade core within the broader mineralization. It contributes positively to the overall results.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercept (8.70 g/t Au) is within the strong threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • Intercept length (3.00m) is weak.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“8.70”

Context: 3.00

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26041Contact Lake · goldGrade: 3.78Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26041
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
3.78
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10 m
From
343 m
To
353 m
Hole Depth
401 m
Intercept Depth
343 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26041:343-353
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508226
Northing
6141252
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate width with a grade below the moderate threshold for underground mining. It contributes to the overall mineralization footprint but is not a high-grade highlight.

Positive factors

  • Intercept length (10.00m) is moderate.
  • GT product (37.8 g/t*m) is moderate.

Negative factors

  • Grade (3.78 g/t Au) is below the moderate threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“3.78”

Context: 10.00

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26041Contact Lake · goldGrade: 14Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26041
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
14
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.3 m
From
350.7 m
To
353 m
Hole Depth
401 m
Intercept Depth
350.7 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26041:350.7-353
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508226
Northing
6141252
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
338 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a high gold grade over a narrow width, indicating a more concentrated zone within the broader mineralization. It is a good result for the exploration program.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercept (14.00 g/t Au) is approaching the exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • GT product (32.2 g/t*m) is moderate.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (2.30m).
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“14.00”

Context: 2.30

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26042Contact Lake · goldGrade: 17.88Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 11.25 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26042
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
17.88
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
11.25 m
From
86 m
To
97.25 m
Hole Depth
365 m
Intercept Depth
86 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26042:86-97.25
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508080
Northing
6141325
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
330 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a highly significant intercept with exceptional gold grade over a moderate width, resulting in a strong GT product. It is a key highlight of the drill program, demonstrating strong mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional high-grade gold intercept (17.88 g/t Au) exceeds underground exceptional threshold.
  • Moderate intercept length (11.25m).
  • GT product (201.17 g/t*m) is strong, indicating significant contained metal.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“17.88”

Context: 11.25

Tags used in scoring

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: The grade of 17.88 g/t Au is above the 15 g/t exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.

Evidence · table

“17.88”

Context: 11.25

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26042Contact Lake · goldGrade: 31.36Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.25 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26042
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
31.36
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.25 m
From
91 m
To
97.25 m
Hole Depth
365 m
Intercept Depth
91 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26042:91-97.25
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508080
Northing
6141325
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
330 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval represents an even higher-grade core within the main intercept, further enhancing its significance. The combination of exceptional grade and moderate width makes it a very strong result.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional high-grade gold intercept (31.36 g/t Au) significantly exceeds underground exceptional threshold.
  • Moderate intercept length (6.25m).
  • GT product (195.98 g/t*m) is strong.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“31.36”

Context: 6.25

Tags used in scoring

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: The grade of 31.36 g/t Au is significantly above the 15 g/t exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.

Evidence · table

“31.36”

Context: 6.25

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26042Contact Lake · goldGrade: 42.53Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26042
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
42.53
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.5 m
From
91 m
To
95.5 m
Hole Depth
365 m
Intercept Depth
91 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26042:91-95.5
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508080
Northing
6141325
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
330 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval is a standout result with exceptional gold grade, further highlighting the high-grade nature of the mineralization. The strong GT product indicates significant contained metal despite the weak width.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional high-grade gold intercept (42.53 g/t Au) significantly exceeds underground exceptional threshold.
  • Weak intercept length (4.50m).
  • GT product (191.37 g/t*m) is strong.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“42.53”

Context: 4.50

Tags used in scoring

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: The grade of 42.53 g/t Au is exceptionally high, far exceeding the 15 g/t exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.

Evidence · table

“42.53”

Context: 4.50

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26042Contact Lake · goldGrade: 350Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26042
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
350
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.5 m
From
93.5 m
To
94 m
Hole Depth
365 m
Intercept Depth
93.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26042:93.5-94
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508080
Northing
6141325
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
330 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This single assay value represents an extremely high-grade bonanza intercept within the broader interval, significantly boosting the overall grade. While very narrow, it indicates the presence of exceptionally rich gold mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Extremely high-grade gold intercept (350.00 g/t Au) is a bonanza grade.
  • GT product (175.00 g/t*m) is strong.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow intercept length (0.50m).
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“350.00”

Context: 0.50

Tags used in scoring

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: The grade of 350.00 g/t Au is exceptionally high, far exceeding the 15 g/t exceptional threshold for underground gold deposits.

Evidence · table

“350.00”

Context: 0.50

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26042Contact Lake · goldGrade: 3.17Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.25 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26042
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
3.17
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7.25 m
From
166.75 m
To
174 m
Hole Depth
365 m
Intercept Depth
166.75 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26042:166.75-174
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508080
Northing
6141325
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
330 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a weak grade over a moderate width, contributing to the overall mineralization but not representing a high-grade zone. It is a routine result for the exploration program.

Positive factors

  • Intercept length (7.25m) is moderate.

Negative factors

  • Grade (3.17 g/t Au) is below the moderate threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“3.17”

Context: 7.25

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26042Contact Lake · goldGrade: 4.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.25 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26042
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
4.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
5.25 m
From
166.75 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
365 m
Intercept Depth
166.75 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26042:166.75-172
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508080
Northing
6141325
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
330 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a moderate gold grade over a reasonable width, indicating a slightly higher-grade section within the broader mineralization. It is a routine result for the exploration program.

Positive factors

  • Grade (4.05 g/t Au) is above the moderate threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • Intercept length (5.25m) is reasonable.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“4.05”

Context: 5.25

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26042Contact Lake · goldGrade: 4.44Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26042
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
4.44
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
254 m
To
261 m
Hole Depth
365 m
Intercept Depth
254 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26042:254-261
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508080
Northing
6141325
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
330 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a moderate width, contributing to the overall mineralization footprint. It is a routine result for the exploration program.

Positive factors

  • Grade (4.44 g/t Au) is above the moderate threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • Intercept length (7.00m) is moderate.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“4.44”

Context: 7.00

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

CL26042Contact Lake · goldGrade: 7.81Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CL26042
Project
Contact Lake
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_sk
Reported Region
canada_sk
Ticker
ROCK

Geometry

Grade
7.81
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.5 m
From
257.5 m
To
261 m
Hole Depth
365 m
Intercept Depth
257.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CL26042:257.5-261
Mining Method
underground

Location

Location
BK3 Zone
Easting
508080
Northing
6141325
CRS
UTM Zone 13 NAD 83
EPSG
26913
Elevation
391 m
Azimuth
330 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
No

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-05-27T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a strong gold grade over a weak width, indicating a higher-grade core within the broader mineralization. It contributes positively to the overall results.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercept (7.81 g/t Au) is within the strong threshold for underground gold deposits.
  • Intercept length (3.50m) is weak.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“7.81”

Context: 3.50

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: The document explicitly states that 'Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.'

Evidence · text

“Widths are drilled intercepts, true widths have not been determined.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Contact Lake Gold Property Map: http://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/_resources/maps/contact-lake-property-map.jpg Highli"

How Atlas produces this analysis

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