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On the banks of a N.S. river, elver fishers from a Mi’kmaq First Nation defy Ottawa – CityNews

Apr 17, 2025

HUBBARDS — As night falls along the banks of the Fitzroy River, Tabitha Morrison pauses from dipping her net for baby eels, and explains why she believes Ottawa’s rules shouldn’t govern Indigenous fishers.

“We’re out here trying to make a living,” said the Mi’kmaq fisher in an interview Tuesday about 50 kilometres west of Halifax, where headlamps of 15 other fishers intermittently brightened the tidal waters.

“There are catch limits we follow …. We have the right to self-govern ourselves and that’s exactly what we’re doing,” said Morrison, 38.

The member of Sipekne’katik First Nation was harvesting baby eels, known as elvers, migrating along the waterway — even as the federal Fisheries Department had assigned the harvesting rights in the river to a non-Indigeous, commercial licence holder.

Read More: https://halifax.citynews.ca/2025/04/17/on-the-banks-of-a-n-s-river-elver-fishers-from-a-mikmaq-first-nation-defy-ottawa/

Mi’kmawitasik: Mi’kmaw Made – A Historic Movement to Protect & Celebrate Mi’kmaw Art & Culture

April 16, 2025

Mi’kma’ki – A groundbreaking cultural initiative, Mi’kmawitasik: Mi’kmaw Made has officially launched mikmawitasik.ca, marking a historic milestone for Mi’kmaw artists, artisans, and cultural tourism hosts. Endorsed by the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs, Mi’kmawitasik ensures that authentic Mi’kmaw creations, art, cultural experiences, and Traditional Knowledge are recognized and celebrated.

“Seeing Mi’kmawitasik launch has been exciting. Our community members, Elders, artists and tourism operators voiced that Mi’kmaw culture needed to be elevated in the Nova Scotia tourism space. We are proud to say that through these conversations, Mi’kmawitasik was born”, said Chief Carol Potter, Co-lead of Culture, Heritage and Archaeology for the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs.

A First-of-Its-Kind Cultural Trademark

Developed in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Mi’kmawitasik has become one of the first cultural trademarks of its kind.

“Building Mi’kmawitasik and having it trademarked was a way to ensure that Mi’kmaw art, craft, and cultural expressions remain in Mi’kmaw hands​. It is our way of saying: this is who we are, this is our culture, and these are our authentic stories, shared by our people”, continued Chief Potter.

Authenticity guidelines, developed through interviews with Mi’kmaw Elders and cultural leaders, outline the responsibilities of those who carry the trademark, and what it means to be authentically Mi’kmaq. These guidelines ensure that Mi’kmaw culture is shared with respect, integrity, and transparency. Through this initiative, Mi’kmaq are reclaiming space in the arts and tourism industries, building economic opportunities rooted in cultural integrity.

A Thorough Yet Inclusive Membership Process

To bear the trademark, members must meet community-defined membership criteria. The intake process balances rigor with flexibility, ensuring that all Mi’kmaw artists and hosts – whether they specialize in traditional crafts, contemporary art, performance, or tourism – have a pathway to recognition. Membership affirms a commitment to cultural integrity, and with that comes the responsibility to uphold the values and standards of Mi’kmawitasik, becoming a cultural ambassador and continuing the centuries-old Mi’kmaw tradition of welcoming visitors to these shores.

Clifford Paul, artisan behind Bearman Authentics and one of the first members of Mi’kmawitasik, emphasizes the deep meaning behind authentication: “Authentication comes from our hearts. The fact that I spent time to build something, create something, share something; it comes from my heart, my mind, and my hands.”

Each member receives a certificate of authenticity along with marketing materials designed to promote their work and drive traffic to their online profile on Mikmawitasik.ca. This includes a custom-built profile page, a unique Membership ID, and Mi’kmawitasik-branded materials. These tools function similarly to the well-established Igloo Tag Trademark, which helps protect the Inuit art market by reinforcing authenticity and market recognition.

What Mi’kmawitasik Means for Artists, Hosts, and Consumers

Mi’kmawitasik: Mi’kmaw Made is a certification that guarantees a product or experience is created by a Mi’kmaw artist or cultural tourism host. For artists and tourism operators, it is a mark of pride and distinction, demonstrating that their work meets cultural authenticity guidelines developed through community engagement and leadership.

For consumers, it provides confidence that when they purchase a Mi’kmaw-made product or book a cultural experience, they are directly supporting the Mi’kmaq and their artistic and cultural traditions.

Step Into the Story

With the launch of mikmawitasik.ca, the world now has a direct way to engage with and support authentic Mi’kmaw artistry and cultural tourism.

Visitors and consumers can now connect with Mi’kmaw creators and cultural hosts at www.mikmawitasik.ca. Every purchase, every experience, every story shared through Mi’kmawitasik carries the weight of generations of knowledge, creativity, and pride.

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Calibre Reminds SecurityHolders to Vote For the Combination with Equinox

Leading Independent Proxy Advisory Firm ISS Recommends Calibre SecurityHolders vote FOR the Proposed Arrangement with Equinox

  • Deadline to vote your shares and stock options is Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (Vancouver time)
  • The Board of Directors of Calibre recommends that Securityholders vote FOR the Arrangement Resolution.
  • Leading independent proxy advisory firm has recommended in favour of the merger.
  • For assistance in voting, please contact Laurel Hill Advisory Group by phone at 1-877-452-7184 (North American toll-free) or 1-416-304-0211 (outside North America), or by email at assistance@laurelhill.com

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 16, 2025 Calibre Mining Corp. (TSX: CXB; OTCQX: CXBMF) (the “Company” or “Calibre”) reminds holders of Calibre common shares (the “Shareholders”) and holders of options issued under Calibre’s amended and restated long-term incentive plan (the “Optionholders”, and together with Shareholders, the “Securityholders”) to vote ahead of the proxy voting deadline for the upcoming Special Meeting of Securityholders (the “Meeting”) scheduled for Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. (Vancouver time). The resolution on the agenda is the proposed business combination (the “Arrangement”) between Calibre and Equinox Gold Corp. (“Equinox”) (TSX: EQX; NYSE-A: EQX).

ISS Recommends Voting FOR the Arrangement

Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (“ISS”), a leading independent proxy advisory firm, has recommended that Securityholders vote FOR the Arrangement Resolution. This recommendation follows a thorough and independent review of the transaction. ISS believes that the proposed merger will deliver significant strategic benefits, including increased scale, diversification, and substantial synergies. They also highlight the opportunity for strong production growth and a potential re-rating in the market, making the merger a favorable outcome for Calibre Securityholders.

The Calibre Board of Directors fully supports the transaction and unanimously recommends that Securityholders vote FOR the Arrangement.

Strategic Rationale for the Business Combination

  • An industry-leading team: Proven track record of delivery and shareholder value creation led by Ross Beaty, Blayne Johnson and Doug Forster of Featherstone Capital, who will all serve on the board of directors of the combined company. In total, six directors of Equinox and four directors of Calibre will serve on the board of directors of the combined company. Greg Smith, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Equinox, will continue as Chief Executive Officer of the combined company, and Darren Hall, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Calibre, will serve as President and Chief Operating Officer of the combined company with full responsibility of the combined operations going forward.
  • Substantial free cash flow: Immediate increase in production at record high gold prices is expected to drive superior free cash flow, enabling the combined company to quickly deleverage and expediting the return of capital to shareholders.
  • The second largest gold producer in Canada: Greenstone Gold Mine and Valentine Gold Mine, two new long-life, low-cost, open-pit gold mines, are expected to produce collectively 590,000 ounces1 of gold per year when at capacity.
  • Significant re-rate potential based on valuation of peers: Greater scale, lower risk, near-term production growth, and superior free cash flow relative to peers, providing significant revaluation potential.
  • A major diversified gold producer in the Americas: Potential for more than 1.2 million ounces2 of annual gold production from a portfolio of mines in five countries in the Americas.
  • Exceptional growth profile: Additional production growth from the ramp-up of Valentine Gold Mine and a pipeline of development and expansion projects.

Your Vote is Important, No Matter How Many Shares or Stock Options You Hold.

The proxy voting deadline is Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. (Vancouver time). Calibre strongly encourages all Securityholders to vote well in advance of the deadline.

Why ISS Supports the Arrangement

ISS concluded that the Arrangement provides a compelling strategic rationale and issued a positive recommendation for shareholders to vote FOR the proposed arrangement with Equinox. The basis for ISS’s recommendation outlined in their report includes several reasons including:

  • The strategic rationale for the deal is sound. They believe the combined company will be able to harness benefits from diversification and scale, with potential further upside to be captured through re-rating and an enhanced capital markets profile.
  • The company will be led by an experienced board and management team. The proposed leadership of Calibre and Equinox have a demonstrated track record of successfully acquiring and integrating other gold mining assets and creating substantial shareholder value.
  • The transaction is fair to shareholders of Calibre. Calibre board of directors received an independent Fairness Opinion from both National Bank Financial Inc. and Canaccord Genuity Corp. who each found the transaction to be fair from a financial point of view to shareholders of Calibre.
  • The valuation is credible, and the combined company will receive leadership and oversight from members of Calibre and Equinox boards and leadership teams which have a proven track record in M&A.
  • Additional benefits to Calibre shareholders. Calibre shareholders will benefit from enhanced scale and diversification across a portfolio of high-quality mines that provide strong expected growth in production, particularly with the ramp-up of the Valentine Gold Mine.
  • Operational synergies that will contribute to a stronger financial position.

While Glass, Lewis & Co. recommends an against vote, Calibre’s Board remains confident in the strategic merits of the merger and believes that the transaction will drive long-term value for Shareholders. The combination with Equinox will position the company to capture substantial value through economies of scale, operational synergies, and diversification, which aligns with Calibre’s long-term growth strategy.

Meeting and Voting Information

The Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. (Vancouver time) at the offices of Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP, Suite 2200, RBC Place, 885 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia. The Meeting can also be accessed via live webcast at meetnow.global/MZLUU6Z. Securityholders accessing the Meeting virtually will not be able to participate or vote. For complete details and access to all relevant documents related to the Meeting, please visit the Calibre website https://www.calibremining.com/investor-relations/agm-materials/default.aspx.

Securityholder Assistance

Securityholders who have questions about voting their shares or stock options, or need assistance may contact the Company’s proxy solicitation agent, Laurel Hill Advisory Group:

  • Toll-Free (North America): 1-877-452-7184
  • International (Outside North America): +1-416-304-0211
  • Email: assistance@laurelhill.com

About Calibre

Calibre (TSX: CXB) is a Canadian-listed, Americas focused, growing mid-tier gold producer with a strong pipeline of development and exploration opportunities across Newfoundland & Labrador in Canada, Nevada and Washington in the USA, and Nicaragua. Calibre is focused on delivering sustainable value for Securityholders, local communities and all stakeholders through responsible operations and a disciplined approach to growth. With a strong balance sheet, a proven management team, strong operating cash flow, accretive development projects and district-scale exploration opportunities Calibre will unlock significant value.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD

“Darren Hall”

Darren Hall, President & Chief Executive Officer

For further information, please contact:

Ryan King
SVP Corporate Development & IR
T: 604.628.1012
E: calibre@calibremining.com
W: www.calibremining.com

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Canada’s Ocean Supercluster Announces $2.5M Tech Companion AI Search and 3D Visualization Project

April 15, 2025

(Halifax, NS) – Today Canada’s Ocean Supercluster (OSC) announced the new, $2.5 million ocean innovation project: Tech Companion AI Search and 3D Visualization Project. This new, collaborative OSC project will help position Canada as a leader in ocean technology, increasing global competitiveness in ocean AI and stimulating economic growth.

The project is led by Modest Tree, a Nova Scotia company, in partnership with Babcock Canada (Babcock) who has operations in Halifax and is headquartered in Ottawa, ON. With a total project value of $2.5 million, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster is investing approximately $1 million with the balance coming from project partners.

Modest Tree’s Tech Companion software integrates data-driven maintenance manuals and workcards with immersive 3D models and training to provide an interactive platform to plan, execute, and track inspection and maintenance work. This project will enable Modest Tree to better tailor Tech Companion features to support ocean industry assets by working with Babcock to supply the necessary data, end-user insights, and operational testing.

Through this project advancements will be made in:

Heatmaps for Maintenance Optimization:
3D Heatmap visualizations of work data enabling a clear view of current and planned work with the ability to quickly filter and review operations over time as well as predict future outcomes.

Data Visualization & Interaction:
Enhanced 3D visualization of ocean industry equipment aligned with work data, enabling users to visually engage and analyze that information. Interactive navigation, zoom, highlights, and clickable components provide intuitive access to technical details, improving comprehension and decision-making.

Marine-Optimized AI Search and Data Connectivity:
AI-powered search aligns queries with documentation, workcards, 3D Models, and training, delivering precise technical responses and easy access to information that otherwise would be challenging to search and reference.

By integrating advanced AI technologies into maritime maintenance, the project will create and maintain more than 30 direct jobs in technology development, engineering, and related fields. Additionally, the project will enhance Canada’s global competitiveness in the maritime sector and stimulate economic growth in the ocean economy by showcasing cutting-edge technologies developed by Canadian companies.

Through Ambition 2035 and together with Canada’s ocean community, we are bold in our ambition to grow Canada’s ocean economy 5X to $220 billion by 2035. Continued investment in the accelerated development and commercialization of globally relevant, made in Canada ocean solutions, including the projects announced today, will help us realize this ambition. Read more about recommendations to help achieve this transformational growth opportunity outlined in Charting the Course to 5X Growth in Canada’s Ocean Economy.

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Media Contacts
Nancy Andrews
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster
nancy.andrews@oceansupercluster.ca

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Canadian Copper Announces Closing of Flow-Through Private Placement

Toronto, April 15, 2025 – Canadian Copper Inc. (CSE:CCI) (“Canadian Copper” or the “Company”) announces that it has closed its non-brokered, flow-through share offering (the “FT Offering”) consisting of 2,710,517 flow-through shares (the “FT Shares“) of the Company at a price of C$0.19 per FT Share for aggregate gross proceeds of $515,000. There were no warrants as part of this financing.

Simon Quick, CEO of Canadian Copper, stated, “We would like to simultaneously thank and welcome a new small group of strategic shareholders to Canadian Copper. This flow-through placement did not utilize a flow-through fund, and these investors share our view that the Bathurst Camp of New Brunswick remains both prospective for exploration and is also a top tier jurisdiction to develop new Canadian mines. With this raise now closed, we are excited to start working on the Murray Brook East property.”

The Notice of Planned Work (“NPW”) was submitted to the New Brunswick Government on April 8th, 2025. The current program will consist of:

  • Prospecting and geologic mapping;
  • Excavation of up to 14 trenches ranging from 2 – 20 meters wide by 50 – 300 meters long;
  • Several near surface drill holes to test known geochemical and geophysical targets.

The purpose and use for this proposed funding are to advance the Murray Brook East Project which is located between the Murray Brook deposit and the Caribou Complex (Figure A). The program will start in Q2 2025 and include prospecting, trenching and drilling activity. Murray Brook East has a minimum spend requirement of ~$140,000 per year to maintain its good standing status. Our budgeted figure of ~$500,000 will satisfy carry over holding expenses because of Canadian Copper’s transaction with Votorantim Metals Canada.

The proceeds of the FT Offering will be used to incur eligible “Canadian exploration expenses” that qualify as “flow-through critical mineral mining expenditures” as both terms are defined in the Income Tax Act (Canada) (the “Qualifying Expenditures“) related to the Company’s projects in New Brunswick, Canada. The Company plans to incur Qualifying Expenditures on or before December 31, 2026 (or such other period as may be permissible under applicable tax legislation), and to renounce all the Qualifying Expenditures in favour of the subscribers of the FT Shares effective December 31, 2025. The Company paid 6% in finders fees associated with the FT Offering.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities in the United States nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “1933 Act”), or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States unless registered under the 1933 Act and any applicable securities laws of any state of the United States or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements is available.

Figure A: Murray Brook East Location

For more information, please contact:

Simon Quick, Director and CEO   |   (905) 220-6661   |  simon@canadiancopper.com   |   ir@canadiancopper.com

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Indigenous issues haven’t been at the forefront’: NL Indigenous communities want their voices heard in election – Penticton Herald

April 15, 2025

There are many issues that people would like to see addressed in the upcoming federal election that may not be at the forefront of most candidates’ platforms.

Indigenous populations, in particular, often go unheard during an election campaign and their concerns remaining in the background.

First Light, a registered non-profit organization serving the urban Indigenous and non-Indigenous community of St. John’s, is trying to ensure that doesn’t happen again.

“Unfortunately, the issues around Truth and Reconciliation and Indigenous issues haven’t been at the forefront of each platform,” explained Chad Bedard, manager of knowledge mobilization at First Light.

Read More: https://www.pentictonherald.ca/spare_news/article_173e1dca-5fac-536f-b1b0-d47693f983d3.html

Truro Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program

April 14, 2025

The Province is offering a reward of up to $150,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for the homicide of 23-year-old Zachery Vaughan Kellock.

On January 16, 2024, police responded to a report of a missing person who was last seen at an address on Millbrook First Nation. The investigation has led police to believe that criminality was involved in Mr. Kellock’s disappearance. His body has not been recovered, and charges have not been laid.

“Someone may have the missing piece that investigators need,” said Becky Druhan, Attorney General and Minister of Justice. “I urge anyone with details about what happened to Mr. Kellock to contact the rewards program and help bring justice and closure for his family, friends and loved ones.”

Anyone with information regarding this crime should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090. People who come forward must provide their name and contact information, and they may be called to testify in court. All calls will be recorded.

People who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers of Nova Scotia at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Quick Facts:

  • the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program is an additional tool to help police in major unsolved crime cases
  • the reward amount will be based on the investigative value of the information provided
  • including this case, there are now 120 active cases in the program
  • employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward

Additional Resources:

A photo of Mr. Kellock is available at: https://novascotia.ca/just/Public_Safety/Rewards/case_detail_zachery_vaughan_kellock.asp

Cases under the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program are listed at: https://novascotia.ca/just/Public_Safety/Rewards

RCMP release, April 11, 2025 – RCMP continues to seek tips on the 2024 disappearance of Zachery Kellock: https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/news/2025/rcmp-continues-seek-tips-2024-disappearance-zachery-kellock

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Moltex Energy Initiates Pre-Licensing Consultation of WATSS Technology with CNSC

Saint John, NB, 14 April, 2025 – Moltex Energy Canada Inc. (Moltex) has recently entered into a Service Level Agreement with the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) in relationship to the development of the WAste To Stable Salt (WATSS) process.

This agreement lays out a framework for engagement and discussions with the regulator to receive feedback on key topical areas such as safety, security and safeguards, to ensure that regulatory requirements are suitably taken into account at every stage of the development.

This framework will in turn allow the CNSC to facilitate engagement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to ensure that the WATSS facility and associated fuel cycle will be compatible with the application of international obligations under the Treaty on the non-proliferations of nuclear weapons, and ensure best practises are incorporated into the design as early as possible.

Moltex has recently validated the WATSS process with used CANDU fuel at the Canadian Nuclear Laboratories and is now progressing with the engineering design and safety analysis of the commercial facility.

Olivier Gregoire, Licensing Manager, Moltex said:

“We appreciate the opportunity to get early feedback on the design from the CNSC to ensure we are designing a facility that meets the highest standards. Early engagement minimizes the risk of late stage additions to the design which can create needless cost increases. This engagement will streamline site specific licensing.”

To explore how WATSS can transform nuclear waste management, download the full report here.

About Moltex

Moltex is an Intellectual Property company and nuclear technology leader at the forefront of developing breakthrough technologies for nuclear energy. These include the Stable Salt Reactor – Wasteburner (SSR-W) which uses recycled nuclear waste as fuel; a Waste To Stable Salt (WATSS) process for recycling nuclear waste to produce new fuel; and GridReserve thermal energy storage tanks, which enable the SSR-W to act as a peaking plant.

Moltex was selected by NB Power to progress the development of its reactor technology in New Brunswick, Canada, with the goal of deploying first-of-a-kind SSR-W, WATSS and GridReserve units at the Point Lepreau site.

Media Contact:

Betty Draper

Moltex

bettydraper@moltexenergy.com

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Calibre Delivers 71,539 Ounces in Q1 2025, a Record First Quarter Production; Provides Valentine Gold Mine Update

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 14, 2025 Calibre Mining Corp. (TSX: CXB; OTCQX: CXBMF) (the “Company” or “Calibre”) is pleased to announce operating results for the three months (“Q1”) ended March 31, 2025, and an update on the Valentine Gold Mine (“Valentine”), located in Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada. All figures are expressed in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated.

Darren Hall, President and Chief Executive Officer of Calibre, stated: “I am extremely proud of our operations team for delivering another strong quarter, producing 71,539 ounces of gold in Q1 2025. Valentine Gold Mine continues to advance, with first ore processed now expected in early Q3, followed by a steady ramp up to nameplate capacity of 2.5 million tonnes. The delay in ore processing reflects scope growth in certain areas such as electrical cabling and actual contractor performance. Valentine is positioned to become a long-life, cornerstone asset in Canada, initially delivering approximately 200,000 ounces of gold annually with significant exploration upside.

In February, we announced a merger with Equinox Gold to form a leading, Americas-focused gold producer. This merger marks a transformative milestone for both companies and will result in a diversified portfolio of operating mines across five countries anchored by Greenstone and Valentine, two high-quality, long life, low-cost, Canadian gold mines. Together, we will become Canada’s second largest gold producer. At nameplate capacity, these Canadian assets are expected to produce approximately 590,000 gold ounces annually, creating significant value for Calibre shareholders and presenting a compelling re-rating opportunity.

Calibre has built a solid track record of delivering on our commitments and driving shareholder value. I see a tremendous opportunity to integrate the two companies, build on this success, and strengthen trust and confidence across both shareholder bases. New Equinox Gold has the potential to exceed 1.2 million ounces of annual gold production with Greenstone and Valentine operating at capacity. Additionally, the combined company will benefit from a large gold endowment of Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources, along with a robust pipeline of development, expansion, and exploration projects. This strong foundation supports low-risk sustainable growth and long-term value for shareholders.”

Q1 2025 Highlights

  • Consolidated gold production of 71,539 ounces; Nicaragua 64,469 ounces and Nevada 7,070 ounces, setting a solid foundation for the remainder of 2025;
  • Cash of $214.5 million at March 31, 2025 ($177.4 million in cash and $37.1 million in restricted cash with the last $25 million restricted cash released from our debt proceeds account following quarter end); and
  • Announced the merger of Calibre and Equinox Gold creating a major Americas-focused gold producer, with the combination enhancing diversification, scale, financial strength, and operational expertise positioning the combined company for long-term value creation. Key highlights include:
    • Creation of a Canadian gold powerhouse with complimentary mines throughout the Americas,
    • Enhanced critical mass and capital markets profile with improved significance for shareholders,
    • Immediate increase in production and cash flow from a larger asset portfolio,
    • Strengthened combined leadership team with a proven track record of value creation,
    • Undervalued relative to peers with significant share price re-rate potential, and
    • Strong balance sheet with ability to rapidly deleverage.

Valentine Gold Mine Update

  • Tailings Management Facility is complete;
  • Structural steel is complete;
  • Mass construction nearing completion; project is in process of transitioning to system/subsystem completion;
  • Primary crusher installation complete and its commissioning is nearly complete;
  • Mills motors and mill liners are installed, and pre-commissioning is underway;
  • Conveyors are nearing completion, belting has been completed, and progressing toward pre-commissioning;
  • CIL leaching tanks piping and electrical continue with scheduled completion at the end of Q2, and pre-commissioning to follow;
  • Overland, coarse ore stockpile conveyor, reclaim tunnel, and apron feeder construction nearly complete and progressing toward pre-commissioning;
  • ADR plant and gravity circuit mechanically complete and have been turned over to pre-commissioning;
  • Cable tray, cable installation, and terminations progressing;
  • Commencement of ore processing now expected in early Q3, reflecting minor scope growth in certain areas such as electrical cabling and current contractor performance;
  • Initial project capital remains fully funded; and
  • Program management contract awarded in February 2025 for Phase 2 expansion targeting an increase in the process plant throughput to >5 Mtpa.

Valentine Gold Mine Construction Progress Photos

Stockpile Feed Conveyor – March 2025

Main Plant/Grinding Building – February 2025

SAG and Ball Mill – April 2025

Q1 2025 Conference Call Details

Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
Time: 10:00 am ET
Webcast link: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/owjabixj

Instructions for obtaining conference call dial-in number:

  1. All parties must register at the link below to participate in Calibre’s Q1 2025 Conference Call.
  2. To register click https://dpregister.com/sreg/10197889/febb10ad93 and complete the online registration form.
  3. Once registered, registered participants will receive the dial-in numbers and PIN number for input at the time of the call.

The live webcast and registration link can also be accessed at www.calibremining.com under the Events section under the Investors tab. The live audio webcast will be archived and available for replay for 12 months after the event at www.calibremining.com. Presentation slides that will accompany the conference call will be made available in the Investors section of the Calibre website under Presentations prior to the conference call.

Qualified Person
The scientific and technical information contained in this news release was approved by David Schonfeldt P.GEO, Calibre’s Corporate Chief Geologist and a “Qualified Person” under National Instrument 43-101.

About Calibre
Calibre (TSX: CXB) is a Canadian-listed, Americas focused, growing mid-tier gold producer with a strong pipeline of development and exploration opportunities across Newfoundland & Labrador in Canada, Nevada and Washington in the USA, and Nicaragua. Calibre is focused on delivering sustainable value for shareholders, local communities and all stakeholders through responsible operations and a disciplined approach to growth. With a strong balance sheet, a proven management team, strong operating cash flow, accretive development projects and district-scale exploration opportunities Calibre will unlock significant value.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD

“Darren Hall”

Darren Hall, President & Chief Executive Officer

For further information, please contact:

Ryan King

SVP Corporate Development & IR
T: 604.628.1012
E: calibre@calibremining.com
W: www.calibremining.com

Calibre’s head office is located at Suite 1560, 200 Burrard St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3L6.

The Toronto Stock Exchange has neither reviewed nor accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

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Environmental Assessment Bulletin

The Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, has announced the following relative to Environmental Assessment – Part 10 – of the Environmental Protection Act.

UNDERTAKINGS RELEASED:
George’s Brook Quarry                                                                            (Reg. 2346)
Proponent: Newman Construction & Agricultural Enterprise Ltd.
The project has been released from environmental assessment subject to conditions as outlined in the minister’s decision letter available on the Department of Environment and Climate Change website at www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/projects/project-2346/.

Doyles Beaver Pond Quarry                                                                   (Reg. 2345)
Proponent: Jeremy’s Construction Ltd.
The project has been released from environmental assessment subject to conditions as outlined in the minister’s decision letter available on the Department of Environment and Climate Change website at www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/projects/projects-2345/.

Learn more
Environmental Assessment Division
Department of Environment and Climate Change
West Block, Confederation Building
P.O. Box 8700, St. John’s, NL   A1B 4J6

Environmental assessment information is available at:

www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/env-assessment/

www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/files/GUIDE-TO-THE-PROCESS_Jan-2024.pdf

Project comments may be sent to: EAProjectComments@gov.nl.ca

Anyone submitting comments on a project under environmental assessment should notify the Department of Environment and Climate Change if they DO NOT wish to have their comments shared with the project proponent.

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