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Mont Royal Receives C$2.22 Million Quebec Tax Credit

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:25:00 -0400

Receipt strengthens funding position as Mont Royal advances Ashram toward Pre-Feasibility Study and strategic funding initiatives

Montreal, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - August 18, 2026) - Mont Royal Resources Ltd (ASX: MRZ) (TSXV: MRZL) ("Mont Royal" or "the Company") is pleased to announce that the Company's 2023/24 tax credit from Revenue Quebec of C$2.22m has been received. Mont Royal via is wholly owned subsidiary Commerce Resources Corp is registered and eligible for the tax rebate for its critical minerals exploration and development activities in Quebec, Canada.

Mont Royal is also in the process of finalising its 2024/25 calculations and income tax return, which will include an application for a tax credit from Revenue Quebec.

Mont Royal's Managing Director, Mr. Nicholas Holthouse, said:
"Receipt of the C$2.22 million Quebec tax credit is an important and timely contribution to Mont Royal's funding position as we continue advancing the Ashram Rare Earth and Fluorspar Project toward Pre-Feasibility. The rebate reflects eligible exploration and development expenditure undertaken in Quebec and demonstrates the tangible support available for strategically important critical minerals projects such as Ashram through non-dilutive government funding support.

"This funding further strengthens our ability to progress key technical, permitting and stakeholder engagement workstreams at Ashram, while continuing to work closely with First Nations, Government agencies, strategic partners and potential offtake participants.

"Over the balance of 2026, our priority is to advance Ashram through a disciplined program of technical de-risking while pursuing a range of non-dilutive funding opportunities, including government support programs, strategic partnerships and other project financing initiatives. We believe that Ashram's outstanding PEA economics, strategic importance to Western critical minerals supply chains and the growing government focus on critical minerals infrastructure position the Project strongly to leverage evolving Government support around site access.

"Ashram remains one of the world's most significant undeveloped rare earth and fluorspar projects, with the potential to become a cornerstone supplier of critical minerals and contribute to the development of critical minerals industries in Quebec, Canada, North America and Europe. Our focus remains on creating shareholder value through disciplined project advancement and prudent capital management as we move toward the next phase of development."

For and on behalf of the Board

ENDS

Joel Ives | Company Secretary

For further information please contact:

Nicholas Holthouse Managing Director info@montroyalres.com	Nicholas Read Investor and Media Relations nicholas@readcorporate.com.au

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

About Mont Royal
Mont Royal Resources Limited (ASX: MRZ) (TSXV: MRZL) is a critical minerals development and exploration company with projects located in Quebec, Canada. The Company is dedicated to advancing its 100%-owned Ashram Rare Earth and Fluorspar Deposit in Nunavik, Québec, Canada - one of the largest monazite-dominant carbonatite-hosted Rare Earth Elements deposits in North America. In addition, the Company owns 75% of Northern Lights Minerals 536km² tenement package located in the Upper Eastmain Greenstone belt. The projects are located in the emerging James Bay area, a Tier-1 mining jurisdiction of Quebec, and are prospective for lithium, precious (Gold, Silver) and base metals mineralisation (Copper, Nickel).

For further information regarding Mont Royal Resources Limited, please visit the ASX platform (ASX: MRZ) or Mont Royal's website www.montroyalres.com

Figure 1 Location of the Ashram REE & Fluorspar Project, the Northern Lights Project and the Port of Saguenay

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Important Notices & Disclaimers
Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Australian securities laws and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of Canadian securities laws (collectively referred to as "forward-looking statements"). All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address circumstances, events, activities or developments that could, or may or will occur are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking information. Risks that could change or prevent these events, activities or developments from coming to fruition include: actual results of current and future exploration activities; that Mont Royal may not be able to fully finance any additional exploration on the Ashram Project; that even if Mont Royal is able raise capital, costs for exploration activities may increase such that Mont Royal may not have sufficient funds to pay for such exploration or processing activities; the timing and content of the proposed drill program and any future work programs may not be completed as proposed or at all; geological interpretations based on drilling that may change with more detailed information; potential process methods and mineral recoveries assumptions based on limited test work and by comparison to what are considered analogous deposits that, with further test work, may not be comparable; testing of our process may not prove successful or samples derived from the Ashram Project may not yield positive results, and even if such tests are successful or initial sample results are positive, the economic and other outcomes may not be as expected; the anticipated market demand for rare earth elements and other minerals may not be as expected; the availability of labour and equipment to undertake future exploration work and testing activities; geopolitical risks which may result in market and economic instability; and despite the current expected viability of the Ashram Project, conditions changing such that even if metals or minerals are discovered on the Ashram Project, the project may not be commercially viable, or other risks detailed herein and from time to time in the public filings made by Mont Royal. Although Mont Royal has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause such actions, events or results to differ materially from those anticipated. These forward-looking statements are based on Mont Royal's current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about its business and the industry in which it operates and management's beliefs and assumptions, including the non-occurrence of the risks and uncertainties that are described above and in the public filings made by Mont Royal or other events occurring outside of our normal course of business, and are not guarantees of future performance or development and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are in some cases beyond Mont Royal's control.

Forward-looking statements in this announcement include, but are not limited to, statements regarding; the goals, strategies, opportunities, technologies used, project timelines and funding requirements; impact of combined management expertise and prospective shareholding;; the plans, operations and prospects of Mont Royal and its properties; the continued advancement of the Ashram Project to development; that Ashram's fluorspar component which makes it one of the largest potential sources of fluorspar in the world and could be a long-term supplier to the met-spar and acid-spar markets; that Mont Royal is positioning to be one of the lowest cost rare earth element producers globally, with a focus on being a long-term global supplier of mixed rare earth carbonate and/or NdPr oxide; and that Mont Royal may explore the potential of other high-value commodities on the Ashram Property and the expected timetable for dual listing of Mont Royal's shares; and statements about market and industry trends, which are based on interpretation of market conditions. Forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as "anticipate", "expect", "likely", "propose", "will", "intend", "should", "could", "may", "believe", "forecast", "estimate", "target", "outlook", "guidance" (including negative or grammatical variations) and other similar expressions. No representation, warranty, guarantee or assurance, express or implied, is given or made in relation to any forward-looking statement. In particular no representation, warranty or assumption, express or implied, is given in relation to any underlying assumption or that any forward-looking statement will be achieved. There can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate. Actual and future events may vary materially from the forward-looking statements and the assumptions on which the forward-looking statements were based, because events and actual circumstances frequently do not occur as forecast and future results are subject to known and unknown risks such as changes in market conditions and regulations.

Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, and should rely on their own independent enquiries, investigations and advice regarding information contained in this announcement. Any reliance by a reader on the information contained in this announcement is wholly at the reader's own risk.

To the maximum extent permitted by law or any relevant listing rules of the ASX/TSX-V, Mont Royal and their respective related bodies corporate and affiliates and their respective directors, officers, employees, advisers, agents and intermediaries disclaim any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to the information in this announcement to reflect any change in expectations in relation to any forward-looking statements or any such change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements were based. Nothing in this announcement will, under any circumstances (including by reason of this announcement remaining available and not being superseded or replaced by any other announcement or publication with respect to Mont Royal or the subject matter of this announcement), create an implication that there has been no change in the affairs of Mont Royal since the date of this announcement.

Not Investment Advice

This announcement is not financial product, investment advice or a recommendation to acquire securities of Mont Royal or Commerce and has been prepared without taking into account the objectives, financial situation or needs of individuals. Each recipient of this announcement should make its own enquiries and investigations regarding all information in this announcement, including, but not limited to, the assumption, uncertainty and contingencies which may affect future operations of Mont Royal and the impact that different future outcomes may have on Mont Royal. Before making an investment decision, prospective investors should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to their own objectives, financial situation and needs, and seek legal, taxation and financial advice appropriate to their jurisdiction and circumstances.

Unless otherwise stated, all dollar values in this Announcement are reported in Australian dollars.

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Lion Copper Announces Director Transition and Appointment of Co-Chairman

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:06:00 -0400

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 18, 2026) - Lion Copper and Gold Corp. (CSE: LEO) (OTCQB: LCGMF) (the "Company") announces that Travis Naugle has resigned as a director and Co-Chairman of the Company. Mr. Naugle led the Company's initial negotiations with Nuton LLC, a subsidiary of Rio Tinto, establishing the earn-in relationship that has since funded US$58.5 million through the second quarter of 2026 and carried the Yerington Copper Project to the feasibility study and permitting stage now underway. The Board thanks Mr. Naugle for that work and for his stewardship of the Company, and is fortunate to retain him as an advisor on corporate and strategic matters.

Tony Alford has assumed the role of Co-Chairman, serving together with Dr. Thomas Patton, who continues in that role.

The Company also wishes to welcome Frederick Scruggs and Mark Sharman following their election to the Board of Directors at the annual meeting of shareholders held on August 12, 2026. Information on each of Messrs. Scruggs and Sharman is available in the Company's information and proxy circular prepared for the shareholder meeting which can be viewed on the Company's website.

About Lion Copper and Gold Corp.

Lion Copper and Gold Corp. is advancing its flagship copper project in Yerington, Nevada through an earn-in agreement with Nuton LLC, a Rio Tinto venture.

Further information can be found at www.lioncg.com.

On behalf of the Board of Directors,

John Banning
Chief Executive Officer

For more information, please contact:

Email: info@lioncg.com

Website: www.lioncg.com

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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Auro Intersects 496.5m Grading 0.76 g/t Gold and 0.12% Copper, Including 212.5m Grading 1.12 g/t Au and 0.14% Copper at the Santa Barbara Gold-Copper Project, Ecuador

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:05:00 -0400

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 18, 2026) - Auro Metals Inc. (TSXV: AURO) (OTCQB: AURFF) ("Auro" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce the fourth batch of assay results, of four drillholes, from the 2026 Phase I Drill Program at its 100%-owned Santa Barbara Gold-Copper Project (the "Project") located in the Zamora-Chinchipe Province in southeastern Ecuador. Since the commencement of the program, 22 drill holes have been completed and assay results of 14 holes (including the ten holes released on June 22, July 13 and July 28, 2026) have been received.

SUMMARY OF DRILL RESULTS

These four holes were drilled at the southern part of the known mineralized porphyry system ("Santa Barbara South"), which is currently believed to be the core area of the known porphyry mineralization system. Like the previously-reported holes from the 2026 Phase I Drill Program, these holes were designed to test the continuity of mineralization between historical drill intercepts and the extension of mineralization up-dip, down-dip, and at depth. Three of the four holes intersected wide mineralization starting from surface or near-surface, with highlights of the drilling as follows:

Drillhole DSB-61 intersected 496.5 metres ("m") grading 0.76 grams per tonne ("g/t") gold ("Au") and 0.12% copper ("Cu") from 88.5m to 585.0m, including 212.5m grading 1.12 g/t Au and 0.14% Cu from 117.0m to 329.5m, and 10.65m grading 0.59 g/t Au and 0.08% Cu from 709.95m to the end of hole.
Drillhole DSB-67 intersected 380m grading 0.71 g/t Au and 0.1% Cu from 76.5m right below overburden conglomerate.
Drillhole DSB-66 intersected 287m grading 0.51 g/t Au and 0.08% Cu from surface.

These drill results, along with the previously reported intercepts summarized in Table 1 below, continue to demonstrate that mineralization is open up-dip, down-dip, and at depth and show good consistency of gold-copper grades. Drillhole specifications for all completed drillholes are provided in Table 2, and a drill plan view is shown in Figure 1.

"These four holes drilled as part of our Phase I Drill Program at Santa Barbara South build on the results from the previous three batches and continue to demonstrate the Project's scale, consistency, and potential to improve overall gold grades in a future resource update," said Victor Feng, CEO of Auro. "DSB-61 intersected 496 metres of continuous, high-grade gold-copper mineralization, with a gold grade approximately 46% higher than the grade of the inferred resource in our Mineral Resource Estimate. Within this intercept, a higher-grade, 212 metre zone returned a gold grade approximately 115% higher than that of the inferred resource and is the highest gold grade intersected by the Company in a reported intercept to date. DSB-67 also intersected a long interval of mineralization, with gold grades exceeding those of the inferred resources in our Mineral Resource Estimate. To date, assay results from 14 holes have been published, with assays for eight additional holes pending, while all four rigs on site continue to turn. We look forward to sharing further assay results as they become available."

Table 1 Summary of Drill Intercepts
Hole ID		Depth_from	Depth_to	Interval_m	Au_g/t	Cu_%	AuEq_g/t
DSB-61		88.50	585.00	496.50	0.76	0.12	0.79
	incl.	117.00	329.50	212.50	1.12	0.14	1.15
		709.95	720.60	10.65	0.59	0.08	0.61
DSB-65		86.50	103.00	16.50	0.30	0.09	0.32
		137.00	180.50	43.50	0.31	0.04	0.32
		192.50	242.50	50.00	0.35	0.07	0.37
DSB-66		0.00	287.00	287.00	0.51	0.08	0.53
DSB-67		76.50	456.50	380.00	0.71	0.10	0.73

Notes:

Drill location, altitude, azimuth, and dip of drill holes are provided in Table 2.
Drill intercept is core length, and grade is length weighted. True width of mineralization is unknown.
A cut-off of 0.2 g/t Au is applied for calculation of drill intercept.
Calculation of gold equivalent ("AuEq") is defined as AuEq (g/t) = Au (g/t) + Cu (%) x 0.259, based on a gold price of US$3,200/oz, and copper price of US$12,000/t metal, assuming average processing recoveries of 85.5% Au and 19.6% Cu.

Figure 1: Plan view of drill holes

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DESCRIPTION OF HOLES

Hole DSB-61 was a step-out hole drilled around 70m to the west of the historical hole DSB-22 to a depth of 720.6m to test the western extension of the mineralized zone intercepted by hole DSB-22 at the southern portion of Santa Barbara South, and intersected 495.5m (from 88.5m to 585m) grading 0.76 g/t Au and 0.12% Cu, including 212.5m (from 117.0m to 329.5m) grading 1.12 g/t Au and 0.14% Cu, and a second interval of 10.65m (from 709.95m to 720.6m) grading 0.59 g/t Au and 0.08% Cu to the end of the hole where mineralization continues (Figure 2).

Lithology in hole DSB-61 is mainly dark aphanitic basaltic andesite occasionally cut by narrow porphyritic diorite dykes. Visually, the oxidized zone starts from surface to a depth of around 100m depth represented by iron oxides and hydroxides, then transitions to fresh primary zone at further depth. Mineralization is characterized by dissemination and narrow veinlets of pyrite and chalcopyrite, mostly associated with patchy secondary biotite (potassic alteration) and quartz veining. From 585m to 709m depth is a weak mineralization zone without obvious faulting or dyke structures. Near the end of hole, a narrow zone of diorite porphyry and tectonic breccia was intersected, and better mineralization continues to the end of hole (Figure 3).

Figure 2: Section A-A'

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Hole DSB-65 was collared on the same drill pad as hole DSB-59, drilled in the direction of 240 degrees from north and at a dip angle of -70 degrees to a depth of 379.8m to test the up-dip extension of the mineralization hit in holes DSB-21 and DSB-59, and intersected lower grade intervals represented by 16.5m (from 86.5m to 103m) grading 0.3 g/t Au and 0.09% Cu, 43.5m (from 137m to 180.5m) grading 0.31 g/t Au and 0.07% Cu, and 50m (from 192.5m to 242.5m) grading 0.35 g/t Au and 0.04% Cu. The results indicate that mineralization is open in the up-dip direction to the west (Figure 4).

Lithology intersected in the hole is mainly volcano-sediments. Mineralization occurs mainly in dioritic rocks intruded in the middle of the hole, characterized by disseminated pyrite and minor chalcopyrite associated with patchy secondary biotite, chlorite, epidote and cut by quartz-calcite veining (Figure 5). To the end of hole, the rock is pervasively silicified with poor mineralization, which is likely altered from carbonate rocks.

Figure 3: Core photo of DSB-61, Box 59, from 169.67m to 172.45m, mineralized basaltic andesite cut by quartz veining.

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Figure 4: Section B-B'

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Figure 5: Core photo of DSB-65, Box 69, from 193.95m to 196.86m, mineralized diorite cut by quartz and quartz-calcite veining.

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Hole DSB-66 was drilled to a depth of 312.15m, in the northern part of Santa Barbara South in a westerly dipping direction to test the up-dip extension of the mineralized zone. It intercepted 287m (from 0m to 287m) grading 0.51 g/t Au and 0.08% Cu. Drill results from this hole indicate mineralization starts from surface and is open in the up-dip direction (Figure 6).

Major lithology from the hole is dioritic porphyry which starts from surface until a depth of 223.7m and strongly altered (secondary biotite, sericite, chlorite and epidote) and cut by numerous quartz veining. Mineralization is characterized by disseminated and small veinlets of pyrite and chalcopyrite (Figure 7). Further down near the end of hole, the lithology changes to volcano-sediments with pervasive silicification and mineralization gets weaker.

Figure 6: Section C-C'

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Figure 7: Core photo of DSB-66, Box 89, from 233.34m to 235.95m, mineralized diorite cut by quartz veining.

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Hole DSB-67 was drilled to a depth of 599m on the top of the western hill approximately 150m west of hole DSB-56 at Santa Barbara South, in an easterly dipping direction, to test the up-dip extension of the mineralized zone and the continuity of mineralization between previously-drilled, western-dipping holes, and intersected 380m (from 76.5m to 456.5m) grading 0.71 g/t Au and 0.1% Cu (Figure 8). Drill results of this hole indicate that mineralization extends in the up-dip direction to the bottom of the overlying conglomerate horizon which is about fifty metres thick in that area. The results of this hole also reflect good mineralization continuity between the drill intercepts of holes DSB-05, DSB-16, DSB-19, DSB54 and DSB-56.

The first 83m of drill core are interbedded conglomerate and sandstone intruded by a few narrow post-mineralization diorite dykes. Further down the hole, lithology changes to mainly diorite porphyry plus some volcano-sediment rock intervals (Figure 9), and both rock types are strongly altered and cut by quartz veining with mineralization of pyrite and chalcopyrite in both fine dissemination and local narrow veinlets. From a depth of 200m to 450m, lithology changes to basaltic andesite intruded by diorite porphyry dykes (Figure 10), and both strongly altered and mineralized with pyrite and chalcopyrite in both fine dissemination and narrow veinlets. From a depth of 450m downwards to the end of the hole, lithology changes to hornblende diorite with euhedral phenocrysts of hornblende, moderately altered with some dissemination and narrow veinlets of sulfides.

Figure 8: Section D-D'

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Figure 9: Core photo of DSB-67, Box 52, from 149.75m to 152.67m, mineralized volcano-sediment cut by quartz veining

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Figure 10: Core photo of DSB-67, Box 96, from 274.42m to 277.24m, mineralized diorite porphyry dyke cut by quartz and quartz-calcite veining

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Table 2 Summary of Phase I Drill Holes of Santa Barbara Gold-Copper Project
Hole ID	Easting	Northing	Altitude	Depth_m	Azimuth (°)	Dip (°)	Assay Results
DSB-54	765463.70	9544445.53	931.38	705.70	260	-82	complete
DSB-55	765539.93	9544383.21	940.76	285.50	240	-45	complete
DSB-56	765417.68	9544434.13	960.10	274.85	260	-47	complete
DSB-57	765541.01	9544245.95	973.91	315.70	240	-60	complete
DSB-58	765488.12	9544749.44	920.64	274.80	260	-63	complete
DSB-59	765466.41	9544269.27	1030.67	706.55	60	-80	complete
DSB-60	765434.27	9544155.26	1060.67	802.65	60	-60	complete
DSB-61	765557.28	9544184.88	990.14	720.60	236	-77.5	complete
DSB-62	765394.10	9544671.12	892.48	200.00	260	-55	complete
DSB-63	765384.50	9544605.71	891.07	253.90	260	-60	complete
DSB-64	765356.92	9544537.66	924.00	199.35	260	-60	complete
DSB-65	765463.12	9544268.74	1030.43	379.80	240	-70	complete
DSB-66	765427.24	9544493.67	909.15	312.15	260	-60	complete
DSB-67	765258.71	9544399.36	1040.33	599.00	80	-52	complete
DSB-68	765596.09	9544275.58	983.66	1282.00	240	-85	pending
DSB-69	765556.17	9544523.38	922.05	490.05	260	-63	pending
DSB-70	765404.89	9544551.38	900.01	306.60	260	-60	pending
DSB-71*	765256.00	9544398.00	1039.00	745.00	80	-63	pending
DSB-72	765494.39	9544498.07	905.17	400.90	260	-60	pending
DSB-73	765508.60	9544621.44	927.45	485.65	260	-60	pending
DSB-75	765550.96	9544694.00	938.32	449.65	260	-65	pending
DSB-77	765573.77	9544755.91	953.09	322.80	260	-63	pending
			Total	10513.20

Notes:

Drill collar coordinate system is PSAD56 UTM Zone 17S.
Coordinate of drill collar is picked with Real Time Kinematics (RTK) GPS.
* Coordinate of drill collar is picked with handheld GPS.

Uplisting to OTCQB Venture Market

The Company is also pleased to announce the approval of its uplisting from the OTC Pink Market to the OTCQB Venture Market ("OTCQB"), operated by OTC Markets Group Inc.

Launched in 2010, the OTCQB serves as the leading U.S. trading venue for early-stage and growing companies, offering enhanced visibility and broader access to the U.S. investment community. The marketplace holds recognition from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an "established public market."

The uplisting took effect on July 29, 2026. The Company's shares will continue trading in the United States under the ticker 'AURFF,' alongside their existing listing on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol 'AURO.'

QUALITY ASSURANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL

All samples in respect of the exploration program at the Project discussed in this news release were shipped in securely-sealed bags by a chartered commercial truck, directly from the field to the sample preparation facilities of SGS in Guayaquil, Ecuador for preparation, and to SGS in Lima, Peru for geochemical analysis. SGS is a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification. It is an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory independent from Auro. All samples go through fire assay (SGS code FAA313) for gold and multi-acid digestion ICP-AES multi-element assay (SGS code ICP40B) for other elements. Certified reference materials, various types of blank samples and duplicate samples are inserted into normal drill core sample sequences prior to delivery to laboratory for preparation and analysis. The overall ratio of quality control samples in sample sequences is around twenty percent.

QUALIFIED PERSON

The scientific and technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Alex Zhang, P. Geo., a Director of the Company, who is a Qualified Person for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101 — Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101"). The Qualified Person has verified the information disclosed herein, including the sampling, preparation, security and analytical procedures underlying such information, and is not aware of any significant risks and uncertainties that could be expected to affect reliability or confidence in the information discussed herein.

ABOUT AURO METALS INC.

Auro Metals Inc. is a mineral exploration company which holds a 100% interest in the Santa Barbara Gold-Copper Project in the Zamora Copper-Gold Belt of southeastern Ecuador. The Santa Barbara Project is a large-scale porphyry system comprising Indicated resources of 29.8 million tonnes grading 0.73 grams per tonne gold and 0.10% copper containing 697,000 ounces gold and 68 million pounds copper, and Inferred resources of 205.7 million tonnes grading 0.52 grams per tonne gold and 0.09% copper containing 3,418,000 ounces gold and 426 million pounds copper. For more detail, see the Company's mineral resource estimate prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 by SRK Consulting, effective March 23, 2026 which can be found on SEDAR+ and the Company's website.

On Behalf of Auro Metals Inc.
signed "Victor Feng"
Victor Feng, CEO and Director

For further information, please contact:

Victor Feng
CEO and Director
Phone: +1 (604)-336-5919
Email: info@aurometals.ca
www.aurometals.ca

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (collective, "forward looking statements") within the meaning of applicable Canadian and U.S. securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included in this release, including, without limitation, statements regarding the potential of the Project including the potential to improve overall gold grades in a future resource update; the anticipated exploration, drilling, development, and other activities or achievements of the Company; timing of receipt of permits and regulatory approvals; timing of future assay results; and other future plans, objectives or expectations of the Company. Estimates of mineral reserves and mineral resources are also forward-looking information because they incorporate estimates of future developments including future mineral prices, costs and expenses and the amount of minerals that will be encountered if a property is developed.

Forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified by words or phrases such as "expects", "is expected", "anticipates", "believes", "plans", "projects", "estimates", "assumes", "intends", "strategies", "targets", "goals", "forecasts", "objectives", "budgets", "schedules", "potential" or variations thereof or stating that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved, or the negative of any of these terms and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions, assumptions, factors and estimates of management considered reasonable at the date the statements are made. The opinions, assumptions, factors and estimates which may prove to be incorrect, include, but are not limited to: the ability of drilling and other exploration activities to accurately predict mineralization; possible variations in mineralization, grade or recovery rates; fluctuations in commodity prices; actual results of current exploration activities; that the Company will be able to obtain and maintain governmental approvals, permits and licenses in connection with its current and planned operations, development and exploration activities, including at the Project; and other exploration, development, operating, financial market and regulatory factors; environmental risks; adverse weather conditions; ability to exploit successful discoveries; risks related to contractors and service providers; the current and future social, economic and political conditions in Ecuador.

Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause such actions, events or results to differ materially from those anticipated. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate and accordingly readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any of the forward-looking statements in this news release or incorporated by reference herein, except as otherwise required by law.

Additional information in relation to the Company, including the Company's most recent management discussion & analysis, can be obtained under the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on the Company's website at www.aurometals.ca.

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Winchester Equity Corporation Announces Repayment of Loan Agreement

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:34:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - August 18, 2026) - Winchester Equity Corporation (TSXV: WEC) (the "Company") is pleased to announce, that the secured promissory note (the "Promissory Note") with Taxfyle, Inc ("Taxfyle"), has been repaid in full.

Background

As previously disclosed, the Company provided Taxfyle with a short-term loan facility of USD $500,000, bearing a flat interest rate of 5% (USD $25,000).

The Company accordingly confirms that the Promissory Note has been repaid in full including all accrued interest.

Regulatory Considerations

The Promissory Note constitutes an Arm's Length Transactions (as such term is defined in Policy 1.1 of the TSXV). No Non-Arm's Length Parties of the Company (as such term is defined in Policy 1.1 of the TSXV) have any direct or indirect interest in, or relationship with Taxfyle, nor are they insiders of Taxfyle.

For Further Information:

Mark Pajak
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Director
Tel.: 540 762 2788
Email: mark@winchesterequitycorporation.com

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Any statements that are contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are often identified by terms such as "may", "should", "anticipate", "will", "estimates", "believes", "intends", "expects" and similar expressions, which are intended to identify forward-looking statements.

These forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions that the Company has made in respect thereof as at the date of this press release.

Although the Company believes the expectations and material factors and assumptions reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable as of the date hereof, there can be no assurance that these expectations, factors and assumptions will prove to be correct. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to regulatory approvals, changes in general economic, competitive, business, political and social conditions, including changes in the financial markets; the impact of competitive entities and pricing; the ability to access various sources of debt and equity capital on favourable terms; changes in applicable laws and regulations and costs associated therewith; actions by governmental or regulatory authorities and costs associated therewith; and certain other risks detailed in the Company's continuous disclosure, a copy of which is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements contained in this press release.

This list of risk factors should not be construed as exhaustive. Readers are cautioned that events or circumstances could cause results to differ materially from those predicted, forecasted or projected. The forward-looking statements contained in this document speak only as of the date of this document. The Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements or information contained herein, except as required by applicable laws. The forward-looking statements contained in this document are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

Neither the TSXV nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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Euro Manganese Announces Interim CFO and Corporate Secretary Changes

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:56:00 -0400

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 18, 2026) - Euro Manganese Inc. (TSXV: EMN) (ASX: EMN) (FSE: E060) (the "Company", "Euro Manganese" or "EMN") announces the appointment of Sean Gallagher as Interim Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") and Corporate Secretary, effective August 18, 2026. Mr Gallagher replaces Sherry Roberge as Interim CFO and Laurel Petryk as Corporate Secretary.

Mr Gallagher is an ACCA-qualified finance executive with more than 15 years' experience leading finance functions across FTSE 100, FTSE 350, NASDAQ-listed and private equity-backed businesses, including within the mining and natural resources sector. He was most recently CFO of Alufer Mining Limited, an independent mining company with bauxite assets in the Republic of Guinea, and has also held senior finance roles with Interact Training Group, Management Consulting Group PLC and WPP Group PLC. Mr Gallagher holds a degree in Accountancy & Finance from Glasgow Caledonian University and is a qualified member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) in the UK.

Mr Gallagher's background includes finance leadership in mining and natural resources, treasury, tax, reporting and governance across multiple jurisdictions, as well as experience with capital raisings, debt and equity funding structures and corporate transactions. Mr Gallagher will support the Company's capital management, financial reporting, governance and market disclosure activities.

President and Chief Executive Officer, Martina Blahova, commented:

"The Company welcomes Sean to Euro Manganese. His finance leadership experience, including in mining and international operations, is expected to support the Company as it continues to advance the Chvaletice Manganese Project.

The Board and management also thank Sherry for her work during her tenure as Interim CFO. Sherry supported the Company's finance function, reporting processes and transition planning during an important period for Euro Manganese, and we wish her well in her future endeavours.

The Board and management also extend their sincere appreciation to Laurel Petryk for her excellent service as Corporate Secretary. Laurel's deep governance expertise, sound judgment and steady guidance have been instrumental in supporting Euro Manganese's dual TSXV and ASX listings and its disclosure and governance obligations. We are grateful for her continued support and for the professionalism, insight and dedication she has brought to the Company."

Transition arrangements:

Mr Gallagher succeeds Ms Roberge, who has served as Interim CFO since July 2025 and will step down effective August 18, 2026. Ms Petryk will assist the Company to ensure a smooth transition to the Corporate Secretary role. The Board thanks Ms Roberge and Ms Petryk for their valued contributions.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange-V nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Authorised for release by the President and CEO of Euro Manganese Inc.

Martina Blahova
President and CEO
+1 (604) 262-9452

Jane Morgan Management
Jane Morgan
Investor and Media Relations - Australia
+61 (0) 405 555 618
jm@janemorganmanagement.com.au

About Euro Manganese

Euro Manganese Inc. (ASX: EMN) (TSXV: EMN) (FSE: E060) is a battery materials company developing the Chvaletice Manganese Project in the Czech Republic, Europe's only near-term source of high-purity manganese, a critical ingredient in next-generation electric vehicles, energy storage batteries and defence applications.

The Chvaletice Manganese Project plans to reprocess historic mine tailings to produce high-purity electrolytic manganese metal (HPEMM) and high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate (HPMSM), establishing a fully traceable, low-carbon supply chain within the European Union.

Euro Manganese is positioned to become Europe's first domestic producer of high-purity manganese, meeting the rising demand for sustainable, strategic battery materials while advancing Europe's clean energy and supply-chain independence goals.

Euro Manganese is dual listed on the TSX-V and the ASX.

Website: www.mn25.ca

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this news release constitute "forward-looking statements" or "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such statements and information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company, its Chvaletice Project, or industry results, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements or information. Such statements can be identified by the use of words such as "may", "would", "could", "will", "intend", "expect", "believe", "plan", "anticipate", "estimate", "scheduled", "forecast", "predict" and other similar terminology, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information or statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results of the Company to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements and, even if such actual results are realized or substantially realized, there can be no assurance that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, the Company.

Forward looking statements include statements about any benefits of leadership changes and ability to navigate current market conditions. All forward-looking statements are made based on the Company's current beliefs including various assumptions made by the Company including that the Chvaletice Project will be developed and operate in accordance with current plans, that the Company will be able to raise the financing that it requires, and that it will meet conditions of its secured credit facility. Factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current expectations include, among other things: risks and uncertainties related to maintaining necessary licenses or permits; risks related to acquisition of surface rights; securing sufficient offtake agreements; the availability of acceptable financing; the potential for unknown or unexpected events to cause contractual conditions to not be satisfied; developments in EV (Electric Vehicles) battery markets and chemistries; and risks related to fluctuations in currency exchange rates, changes in laws or regulations; and regulation by various governmental agencies. For a further discussion of risks relevant to the Company, see "Risk Factors" in the Company's annual information form for the year ended September 30, 2025, available on the Company's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon what management of the Company believes are reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure investors that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Subject to applicable securities laws, the Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise the forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this news release.

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CopAur Minerals to Provide a Kinsley PEA Update on the Emerging Growth Conference on Thursday August 20th, 2:55 - 3:05 pm Eastern Time

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:01:00 -0400

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 18, 2026) - Andrew Neale, CEO of CopAur Minerals Inc.(TSXV: CPAU) (the "Company") invites individual and institutional investors as well as advisors and analysts, to attend the Company's real-time, interactive presentation on the Emerging Growth Conference on Thursday August 20, 2026. This live, interactive online event will provide an update on the Kinsley Mountain Gold Project permitting process.

CopAur Minerals will be presenting at 2:55 pm Eastern time for 10 minutes. Please register here to ensure you can attend the conference and receive any updates that are released.

https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1764701&tp_key=7a35454f76&sti=cpau

If attendees cannot join the event live on the day of the conference, an archived webcast will also be made available on EmergingGrowth.com and on the Emerging Growth YouTube Channel, http://www.YouTube.com/EmergingGrowthConference, with this link to be released after the event.

About CopAur

CopAur is an exploration and mine development company focused on advancing gold projects in Nevada. The Company is backed by an experienced team of resource professionals advancing its portfolio, including its flagship Kinsley Mountain Gold Project, a Carlin-style gold system located approximately 80 km south of West Wendover, Nevada.

ON BEHALF OF COPAUR MINERALS INC.

Andrew Neale, CEO

For more information, please contact ir@copaur.com or by phone at +1 604 839 9124.

Forward Looking Information

This news release contains certain "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities legislation (collectively, "forward-looking statements"). All statements in this news release other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements and involve substantial known and unknown risks, uncertainties, expectations, estimates, projections and other factors which may cause the actual results to vary from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding the results summary of the preliminary economic assessment ("PEA"), including estimated production, operating costs and capital costs, project economics, net present value, internal rate of return, estimated taxes, mine life, estimated production, processing recoveries, strip ratio, ore grade and future development potential of the Kinsely Project and involve significant risks and uncertainties, they should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results, and they will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether or not such results will be achieved. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated due to a number of factors and risks. Forward-looking statements are based upon what management of the Company believes are reasonable assumptions and expectations on the date of this news release, including but not limited to assumptions regarding commodity prices, exchange rates, capital, operating costs, various other costs, the availability of financing, permitting, construction timelines, labour and equipment availability, geological interpretations, mineral resource estimates, and general business and economic conditions. The Company cannot assure investors that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements or that such statements will prove to be accurate.

The PEA is preliminary in nature and is only based on mineral resources and does not include any mineral reserves. Mineral resources that are not mineral reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. There is no certainty that the results of the PEA can or will be realized.

The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date hereof and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable securities regulations.

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CEO.CA's Inside the Boardroom: Silver Hammer: Eric Sprott to Control Over 20% of This International Diversified Pure Silver Play

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:36:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - August 18, 2026) - CEO.CA ("CEO.CA"), the leading investor social network in junior resource and venture stocks, shares exclusive updates with CEOs of junior mining explorers.

Founded in 2012, CEO.CA, a wholly owned subsidiary of EarthLabs, Inc., is one of the most popular free financial websites and apps in Canada and for investors globally - with industry leading audience engagement and mobile functionality. Millions of people visit CEO.CA each year to connect with investors from around the world, share knowledge and view impactful stories about stocks, commodities, and emerging companies.

Meet the Executive Shaping the Mining Landscape

'Inside the Boardroom' is more than just an interview series - it's a chance to gain firsthand knowledge from industry leaders, understanding their vision, challenges, and strategy.

We caught up with Peter A. Ball, President & CEO of Silver Hammer Mining Corp. (CSE: HAMR) (OTCID: HAMRF), to discuss the company's transformational merger with Stroud Resources and SilverMark Resources to create Silver Frontier Resources.

See what investors have to say about the company: https://ceo.ca/hamr.

This interview was recorded on August 5, 2026.

Silver Hammer Mining Corp

(CSE: HAMR) (OTCID: HAMRF)

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GoldCoast Resource Corp. Provides Corporate Update

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:59:00 -0400

Phase I High-Resolution Airborne Magnetic Survey Advancing Over The Company's 10,000 km² Offshore Reconnaissance Licence In Ghana

2026 Sampling Program Recovers Visible Gold Along Ghana's Western Coastline

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - August 18, 2026) - GoldCoast Resource Corp. (CSE: GCR) ("GoldCoast", or the "Company") is pleased to provide a corporate and exploration update following the commencement of trading of its common shares on the Canadian Securities Exchange (the "CSE") on August 10, 2026, under the symbol "GCR".

Highlights

Listing completed. The Company's common shares commenced trading on the CSE on August 10, 2026, under the symbol "GCR".

Capital raised to date. The Company has raised approximately C$10.7 million from its founders and from institutional and high-net-worth investors, including a C$9.07 million brokered and non-brokered private placement completed in April 2026 and a C$200,000 private placement completed just prior to listing, to fix the share exchange ratio, as part of the Amalgamation Agreement.

Phase I airborne magnetic survey advancing. To date, approximately 50,000 line kilometres of magnetic data has been collected at 400 metre line spacing. Multiple targets have been identified within Block 1. Target "A" (within Block 1) measuring 500km², encompassing the mouth of the Ankobra River has been selected to be re-flown on 50 metre line spacing to evaluate the impact of the increased line density on further enhancing the resolution of paleo river channel(s), which represent primary exploration targets. Results of the geophysical interpretation are anticipated in Q4 2026.

Coastal sampling returning visible gold. The Company's 2026 random coastal sampling program recovered visible gold in beach sand samples at multiple sites over a distance of approximately 50 kilometres along the coast, with up to 13 grains of gold recovered from a single five-litre sample.

Technical partners engaged. The Company has engaged Royal IHC (Netherlands), a world leader in marine technology, mining vessels and wet mineral processing, and Geo Marine Solutions (India), a Royal IHC partner and a world leader in offshore exploration.

Phase I - Regional Airborne Magnetic Survey

The Company's high-resolution airborne magnetic survey covers the full 10,000 km² reconnaissance license area, which extends over approximately 300 kilometres of Ghana's western coastline and approximately 33 kilometres out to sea (see Figure 1). A Cessna 208 turboprop aircraft was outfitted with high-sensitivity magnetometers and flew a systematic grid pattern at 50 metres altitude to detect magnetic anomalies associated with concentrations of eroded heavy minerals (rutile, ilmenite, magnetite and zircon) - which are considered gold pathfinders as they are anticipated to reside or settle in the same trap-geometry or depositional zones as gold. To date, approximately 50,000 line kilometres of magnetic data has been collected at 400 metre line spacing, covering 100% of the Company's licensed area (map below). A preliminary review of early phase processing of raw data has indicated the presence of multiple targets within Block 1. A 500 km² block that encompasses the mouth of the Ankobra River, referred to as "Target A," will be re-flown on 50 line spacing to measure or assess the impact of increased line density on target resolution. This re-fly program has commenced.

Data processing and geophysical interpretation are ongoing with final results anticipated in Q4 2026. The Company expects to use the results to prioritize targets for its planned Phase II seaborne mapping program.

2026 Random Coastal Sampling Program

In 2026, the Company carried out a preliminary reconnaissance program to test for gold in beach sands along approximately 75 kilometres of coastline, extending from Esiama in the west to Akwidaa in the east and encompassing the Ezile River area, approximately 35 kilometres east of the Ankobra River, all of which is adjacent to the Company's licensed region. Field sampling conducted in March through to May 2026 identified visible gold at multiple sites spanning approximately 50 kilometres of coastline, with one five-litre sample - equivalent to 1/200th of a cubic metre - yielding as many as 13 grains Au. The Company regards these results as an encouraging, early-stage indication of potential gold endowment within the coastal sediment system bordering its offshore license area.

The following photos show the visible gold:

Gold Sample No. 1. A single occurrence of visible gold while significant does not indicate the average assay grade of the yet to be received sample width.

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Gold Sample No. 2. A single occurrence of visible gold while significant does not indicate the average assay grade of the yet to be received sample width.

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The following map shows where the samples were collected:

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Historical Sampling Confirmed Presence of Offshore Gold

The Company notes that Marine Mining Corp. reported the collection of 30 samples in the area of the Ankobra River mouth, in 2010. Marine Mining reported fourteen (14) samples from the Ankobra River and the adjacent continental shelf, collected over a range of more than three (3) kilometres, returned an average grade of 0.492 g/m³ gold. Ten (10) samples from beach sands collected over a range of more than four (4) kilometres, returned an average grade of 0.535 g/m³ gold, and six (6) samples from the ocean floor collected over a range of more than four (4) kilometres, returned an average grade of 0.16 g/m³ gold. The 30 samples returned an overall average grade of 0.44 g/m³ gold, with individual results ranging from 0.019 to 1.862 g/m³.^([1])

Of note, in 2026, as part of its random coastal sampling program, GoldCoast collected beach samples at the mouth of the Ankobra River, and also detected the presence of gold.

The Company has utilized a gold price of $3,000 / Oz Au and a cutoff of 0.08 g/m³ in its preliminary internal modelling exercise(s), demonstrating the considerable exploration potential of the regional setting.

Separately, earlier historical regional work, included an estimate published by G.O. Kesse, former director of the Ghana Geological Survey, in The Mineral and Rock Resources of Ghana (1985), which reported an estimated 39,520,000 cubic metres of gravel averaging 0.318 grams of gold per cubic metre, or approximately 400,000 ounces of gold, based on historical drilling of alluvial deposits over approximately 15 to 20 kilometres of the lower Tano River.^([2])

Upcoming Exploration Milestones

Phase I - The Company has identified Target "A" (located within Block 1) as an initial priority zone and intends to re-fly 500 km² on 50 metre line spacing. Results of the final data processing or geophysical interpretation anticipated in Q4 2026.

Figure 1: Map of Licence Blocks and Target "A" Survey Area, Offshore Western Ghana

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Phase II - Seaborne mapping. The Company will complete bathymetric and seismic surveys to generate a three-dimensional (3D) model of the seafloor to identify paleo-river channels, sediment traps and reworked beach sand formations, with seismic data providing geological information to depths of up to 50 metres below the ocean floor.

Figure 2: Multibeam Bathymetric Survey

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Figure 3: Seismic Sub-Bottom Profiling Survey

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Phase III - Seafloor sampling. The Company will commence vibro-core drilling and bulk sampling of identified anomalies, with results catalogued in a GPS-referenced GIS database.

Figure 4: Illustrative Vibro-Core Sampling Equipment Being Deployed

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"Listing on the CSE was an important milestone for our company and we are excited about the road ahead. Our Phase I airborne survey continues to progress, our coastal sampling program is returning encouraging early indications of gold adjacent to our licensed area along the coastline, and our technical partners are fully engaged. Our objective for the balance of 2026 is straightforward: complete Phase I, integrate the magnetic data with our sampling results, and move into seaborne mapping with a prioritized target list. On behalf of the entire GoldCoast team, I want to thank our shareholders for their continued support, and we look forward to keeping the market informed as we advance our project," commented Michael Nikiforuk, Founder, CEO & Director of GoldCoast Resource Corp.

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Third Party Services

The Company has engaged the following service providers: Matrix Agency Marketing Ltd., for investor relations and advisory services and Generation IACP Inc., for issuer trading services.

The Company entered into a marketing services agreement (the "IR Agreement") with Matrix Agency Marketing Ltd. ("Matrix") dated May 8, 2026, a marketing and consulting services company focused on the junior mining sector, pursuant to which Matrix will provide the Company with investor relations and advisory services for an initial term of twelve (12) months which term will automatically extend on a month to month basis, unless terminated by either party on thirty days' prior written notice. In consideration for their services, the Company will pay Matrix a monthly cash fee of C$10,000.

The Company will not issue any securities to Matrix as compensation. Both Matrix and its principals are arm's length to the Company and do not have any interest, direct or indirect, in the Company or its securities nor do they have any right to acquire such an interest. Matrix is located at 200-5050 Kingsway Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5H 4H2. Matrix can be contacted at hello@matrixagencymarketing.com or +1 (604) 764-7493.

In addition, Generation IACP Inc. ("Generation") entered into a (the "Market-Making Agreement") dated April 28, 2026 with the Company with an effective date of August 10, 2026, pursuant to which Generation will provide issuer trading services in accordance with applicable laws and the policies of the CSE. Under the Market-Making Agreement, Generation will use its commercially reasonable efforts to trade the common shares of the Company on a non-exclusive basis with the primary objective of contributing to market liquidity of the common shares in Canada. The Market-Making Agreement is for an initial term of six months and renews automatically for successive six-month terms unless the Company provides written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the then-current term. Generation receives a fee of C$8,500 per month plus applicable taxes, increasing by 3.0% annually on each anniversary of the agreement. There are no performance factors in the Market-Making Agreement and Generation will not receive any securities of the Company as compensation. Generation and the Company are unrelated and unaffiliated parties, and Generation is a registered broker and member of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization. The capital and securities required for any trade undertaken by Generation as principal will be provided by Generation. Generation is located at 22 St. Clair Avenue East, 18th Floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4T 2S3.

Qualified Person

Samuel Torkornoo, P. Geo., BSc, MBA, an independent Qualified Person ("QP") as such term is defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed and approved the geological information reported in this news release.

Cautionary Note Regarding Early-Stage Exploration

The Company's licence area is an early-stage exploration property. No mineral resource or mineral reserve has been estimated on any portion of the Company's licence area, no preliminary economic assessment, pre-feasibility study or feasibility study has been completed, and there is no certainty that exploration will result in the delineation of a mineral resource or that any mineralization will prove to be economic. References in this news release to potential targets, pathfinders, planned exploration phases and timing are conceptual in nature and are subject to the risks and uncertainties described under "Forward-Looking Statements" below.

About GoldCoast Resource Corp.

GoldCoast Resource Corp. (CSE: GCR) is a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on discovering and developing offshore gold resources along Ghana's continental shelf. The Company holds a district-scale 10,000 km² reconnaissance licence package that covers roughly 53% of Ghana's offshore coastline, in a setting where three major rivers carrying gold-bearing bedload eroded from established gold belts converge on a shallow continental shelf. Ghana is Africa's largest gold producing country. Offshore recovery of minerals from unconsolidated marine sediments is an established industry globally, with long-running precedents that include Debmarine Namibia's marine diamond operations, the marine aggregates industry managed by the UK Crown Estate, and PT Timah's offshore tin operations in Indonesia.

Additional information about GoldCoast Resource Corp. can be found at goldcoastresource.com and on the Company's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF GOLDCOAST RESOURCE CORP.

Michael Nikiforuk

Founder, CEO and Director

CONTACT INFORMATION
Tel: (416) 449-3996
Email: ir@goldcoastresource.com
X: @GoldCoast_R

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release may contain certain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward looking information is frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "may", "will", "would", "potential", "proposed" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur. These statements are only predictions. Forward-looking information is based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the information is provided, and is subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking information. For a description of the risks and uncertainties facing the Company and its business and affairs, readers should refer to the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information if circumstances or management's estimates or opinions should change, unless required by law. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information.

Examples of forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the anticipated completion and timing of the Company's Phase I airborne magnetic survey, the anticipated scope and timing of the Company's planned Phase II and Phase III exploration programs, the anticipated results and benefits of those programs, the anticipated benefits to the Company of the third party services described in this news release, and the performance by the service providers of the services contemplated in their respective agreements, or at all.

Cautionary Note Regarding Historical Results and Historical Estimates

The historical sampling results and historical estimates described above were not conducted by or on behalf of the Company, and the Company considers them relevant only as an indication of the presence of gold in the coastal and nearshore sediment systems of the region. A qualified person has not done sufficient work to verify the historical sampling results or to classify the historical estimate as a current mineral resource or mineral reserve, the Company is not treating the historical estimate as a current mineral resource or mineral reserve, and the historical results and estimate should not be relied upon. The sampling and estimation methodologies, and any quality assurance and quality control procedures applied to the historical work, are not known to the Company. Historical results from areas outside the Company's licence area are not necessarily indicative of mineralization within the licence area.

^[1] Torkornoo, S., NI 43-101 Technical Report, Offshore Continental Shelf Gold & Heavy Mineral Project, Republic of Ghana, effective date February 9, 2026, Sections 6 and 8.10 and Figure 6-1 therein, which reproduces sample locations after Gipp, M.R., Ong, D.S. and Milner, M.W. (2010), "Tectonic and Climatic Controls on Shallow Marine Placer Gold Morphology," Geological Association of Canada, GeoCanada 2010 — Working with the Earth, pp. 1-4. The Company has not verified this historical sampling; see "Cautionary Note Regarding Historical Results and Historical Estimates."

^[2] Kesse, G.O. (1985). The Mineral and Rock Resources of Ghana. A.A. Balkema, Rotterdam, 610 pp.; Table 170 (continued), p. 580.

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Dryden Gold Closes Option Agreement for Lost Lake Property

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:57:00 -0400

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 18, 2026) - Dryden Gold Corp. (TSXV: DRY) (OTCQX: DRYGF) (FSE: X7W) ("Dryden Gold" or the "Company") announces that, further to its news releases dated July 6, 2026 and August 12, 2026, the TSX Venture Exchange ("TSXV") has approved for filing the Company's option agreement with Orebot Inc. ("Orebot"), an arm's length party, dated June 29, 2026 (the "Agreement"), to acquire a 100% interest in the Lost Lake Property (the "Property"), comprised of 122 tenured mineral claims located in the Gold Rock Mining Camp in Northwestern Ontario.

Following receipt of approval, the Company has closed (the "Closing") the initial tranche of consideration pursuant to which the Company has made a cash payment of $10,000 to Orebot and issued 25,000 common shares of the Company (the "Initial Consideration Shares") at a deemed price of $0.21 per share The Initial Consideration Shares are subject to a hold period expiring four months and one day from the date of issuance.

Pursuant to the Agreement, the Company may earn its full 100% interest in the Property by making the following additional payments to Orebot:

(a) on or before the first anniversary of the effective date of the Agreement, a cash payment of $40,000 and the issuance of 50,000 common shares; and

(b) on or before the second anniversary of the effective date of the Agreement, a cash payment of $50,000 and the issuance of an aggregate of 50,000 common shares (the "Option Exercise").

Following the Option Exercise, the Company will grant Orebot a net smelter returns royalty of 3% (the "NSR") on the Property, payable after commencement of Commercial Production. The Company will have the right, at its sole option and at any time, to acquire one-half of the NSR from Orebot for a cash payment of $1,000,000. There are no other outstanding royalties on the Property.

ABOUT DRYDEN GOLD CORP.

Dryden Gold is an exploration company focused on the discovery of high-grade gold mineralization listed on the TSXV ("DRY") and traded on the OTCQX ("DRYGF") and FSE ("X7W"). The Company has a strong management team and Board of Directors comprised of experienced individuals with a track record of building shareholder value through property acquisition and consolidation, exploration success, and mergers and acquisitions. Dryden Gold controls 100% interest in mining claims in a dominant strategic land position in the Dryden District of Northwestern Ontario. The property hosts high-grade gold mineralization over 50km of potential strike length along the Manitou-Dinorwic deformation zone. The property has excellent infrastructure, enjoys collaborative relationships with First Nations communities and benefits from proximity to an experienced mining workforce. Dryden Gold is committed to building respectful, collaborative relationships with Indigenous Nations and communities throughout our area of operations. We recognize the importance of ongoing dialogue, mutual understanding, and meaningful engagement as we advance our exploration activities.

For more information go to our website www.drydengold.com.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Trey Wasser, CEO
Email: twasser@drydengold.com
Phone: 940-368-8337

Ashley Robinson, Director of Corporate Communications
Email: ir@drydengold.com |
Phone: 604-764-7493

Maura Kolb, M.Sc. P. Geo., President
Email: mjkolb@drydengold.com

Social: Linktree
Website: www.drydengold.com

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
The information contained herein contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to: receipt of corporate and regulatory approvals, issuance of common shares; future development plans; and the business and operations of Dryden Gold. Forward-looking statements relate to information that is based on assumptions of management, forecasts of future results, and estimates of amounts not yet determinable. Any statements that express predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as "expects", or "does not expect", "is expected", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans", "budget", "scheduled", "forecasts", "estimates", "believes" or "intends" or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results "may" or "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be "forward-looking statements." Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation: risks related to failure to obtain adequate financing on a timely basis and on acceptable terms; political and regulatory risks associated with mining and exploration; risks related to the maintenance of stock exchange listings including receipt of TSX Venture Exchange approval for the offering; risks related to environmental regulation and liability; the potential for delays in exploration or development activities; the uncertainty of profitability; risks and uncertainties relating to the interpretation of drill results, the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits; risks related to the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses; the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations; risks related to commodity price fluctuations; and other risks and uncertainties related to the Company's prospects, properties and business detailed elsewhere in Dryden Gold's and the Company's disclosure record. Should one or more of these risks and uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned against attributing undue certainty to forward--looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and Dryden Gold and the Company do not assume any obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances. Actual events or results could differ materially from Dryden Gold's and the Company's expectations or projections.

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CEO.CA's Inside the Boardroom: Amex Gold Mining: Bulk Sample Covers "Heavy Lifting" of Infrastructure Capital

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:33:00 -0400

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We caught up with Victor Cantore, President & CEO of AMEX Gold Mining Inc. (TSXV: AMX) (FSE: MX0) (OTCQX: AMXEF), to discuss the company's transition from a promising discovery into a concrete development story at their flagship Perron Project in Quebec.

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