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Management

Abitibi Metals Appoints Proven Mine Builder and Operator David Bernier as Chief Operating Officer

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Jan 15, 2026 · 07:03 AMQ · 0.54 Abitibi Metals Corp.
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Executive Summary

  • Abitibi Metals Corp. appoints David Bernier as Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately.
  • Bernier brings >30 years of mine‑development experience, most recently COO of Foran Mining where he advanced the McIlvenna Bay polymetallic project to construction.
  • The appointment is positioned as a key catalyst for advancing the B26 high‑grade polymetallic project toward development, financing and long‑term value creation.

Key Details

  • Appointee: David Bernier – former COO of Foran Mining Corp., former Canadian Country Manager for Pan American Silver, former General Manager at Dumas Contracting.
  • Experience Highlights:
  • Led McIlvenna Bay project from feasibility to detailed engineering and construction.
  • Integrated permitting, mine design, processing, tailings management, infrastructure, Indigenous engagement and execution planning.
  • Oversaw multiple operating assets in Timmins for Pan American Silver; delivered mine‑development contracts for Alamos Gold, Glencore, Vale, Newmont.
  • Strategic Rationale (CEO Quote): “Dave Bernier brings the mine‑building experience and operational discipline needed to convert a scarce, high‑grade critical minerals asset into long‑term value… his leadership materially strengthens our ability to advance B26.”
  • COO Statement: Emphasizes moving B26 from exploration success to a structured development pathway, focusing on technical, operational and project foundations.
  • Stock Options Grant: 400,000 incentive stock options issued to certain officers at an exercise price of $0.55 per share, vesting over five years per the company’s omnibus incentive plan.

Notable Quotes

“This is a pivotal moment for Abitibi Metals… opportunities like B26 are rare and advancing them responsibly requires proven execution.” – Jonathon Deluce, CEO
“My focus will be on strengthening the technical, operational, and project foundations so the Company can responsibly advance the asset toward development, financing, and long‑term value creation.” – David Bernier, COO

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