Northwire Canada EditionSaturday, August 15, 2026
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ERD 6.16 −1.4% NFG 2.37 +2.2% CLM 0.060 +0.0% GEMG 1.64 +0.0% STGO 1.56 +2.6% WEX 0.580 −3.3% NOBL 0.120 +9.1% LGO 1.00 −3.9% SSE 0.095 +0.0% AAZ 0.040 +0.0% MNRG 0.095 +11.8% RME 0.260 +30.0% NUAG 9.48 +1.3% KRN 0.300 +11.1% EON 0.020 −nan% EMO 0.420 −1.2% ERD 6.16 −1.4% NFG 2.37 +2.2% CLM 0.060 +0.0% GEMG 1.64 +0.0% STGO 1.56 +2.6% WEX 0.580 −3.3% NOBL 0.120 +9.1% LGO 1.00 −3.9% SSE 0.095 +0.0% AAZ 0.040 +0.0% MNRG 0.095 +11.8% RME 0.260 +30.0% NUAG 9.48 +1.3% KRN 0.300 +11.1% EON 0.020 −nan% EMO 0.420 −1.2%
Drill Results

Quantum Critical to complete site visits on Babine

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Executive Summary

  • Quantum Critical Metals dispatched crews to conduct site visits on its Babine copper project suite in northern British Columbia.
  • The visits aim to secure access, verify historic Minfile showings, perform geological mapping and collect grab samples across five property parcels (North, East, South, Swift, West).
  • Historical data highlight notable mineralization—including up to 2,790 g/t silver on Babine South and copper grades of 0.46‑1.28 % from recent grab samples at Babine Swift.

Key Details

  • Objective: Establish property access, confirm historic Minfile showings, continue geological mapping, and collect grab samples where feasible.
  • Babine North: Hosts the historic Friday Red copper showing; disseminated chalcopyrite within volcanic rocks intruded by a magnetic feldspar porphyry dike.
  • Babine East: Contains the Adda B.C. Minfile showing; historical assays of 5.49 g/t Ag and 10.6 % Cu from veins 5‑7.6 cm wide.
  • Babine South: Features the B.C. Minfile Bol showing with historic silver values up to 2,790 g/t (99.6 oz/ton). Mineralization occurs in quartz‑carbonate veins and shears within Cache Creek greenstone.
  • Babine Swift (487 ha): Historic showing includes disseminated chalcopyrite/pyrite in andesite over ~2 km; stringer quartz‑chalcopyrite veins 0.1‑1.5 m wide; massive sulphide boulders. Recent grab samples returned 0.46‑1.28 % Cu, 11.6‑14.8 g/t Ag, and 0.13‑2.15 g/t Au.
  • Babine West (2,300 ha): Adjacent to American Eagle’s NAK deposit and Amarc Resources’ Duke property; prior 2024 exploration results referenced in a March 13 2025 release.
  • Qualified Person: Melane Mackay, P.Geo., reviewed and approved the scientific and technical disclosure.
  • CEO Quote (Marcy Kiesman): Emphasized advancing critical‑metal projects for North American supply, the importance of early‑stage mapping and sampling as a foundation for future geophysics and drilling, and openness to joint‑venture opportunities.

Notable Quotes

“Quantum continues to advance its portfolio of critical metal projects to supply North America with critical minerals while developing opportunities for future joint ventures and collaborations with other mining companies. Geological mapping and outcrop sampling are essential early-stage exploration activities that set the stage for geophysics and drilling.” – Marcy Kiesman, CEO


Material Assessment: Non‑Material – Positive (provides operational progress without immediate financial impact).

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