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Harfang Announces Submission of Exploration Permit Applications in Advance of Planned Winter 2027 Drill Programs

Harfang advances permitting for 2027 drill programs while unresolved liquidity risks persist.

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Sep 23, 2026 · 07:01 HAR · 0.045 Harfang Exploration Inc.
Executive Summary

Harfang Exploration Inc. has submitted exploration permit applications for its Sky Lake, Blakelock, and Menarik West properties in preparation for planned winter 2027 diamond drilling programs. The Sky Lake program will focus on follow-up drilling at the Koval Zone to test for additional high-grade gold mineralized shoots.

The Blakelock program represents the company's maiden drill program on the property, utilizing new IP geophysical data and historical data reinterpretation. Meanwhile, the Menarik West program is fully funded by partner SOQUEM under an Option and Joint Venture Agreement, targeting the Cox and Pierre zones.

Additionally, the company is engaging with the Mishkeegogamang Ojibway Nation (MON) to complete a Traditional Knowledge and Land Use Study (TKLUS) at Sky Lake.

Material Impact

Harfang Exploration Inc. (HAR) has submitted permit applications, a standard administrative step required to commence winter drilling. The announcement confirms the company’s stated exploration schedule but does not introduce new financial data or unexpected discoveries. This development does not mitigate the explicit going-concern uncertainty highlighted in the Q1-2026 MD&A.

HAR · Price
Company Overview

Harfang Exploration Inc. is a Canadian junior exploration company focused on gold, copper, silver, and critical minerals in Quebec and Ontario. Its flagship projects include Serpent in Quebec, Sky Lake in Ontario, Menarik West in Quebec, and Blakelock in Ontario. The company has no reported mineral resources or reserves, with all projects currently in the exploration stage. Management features CEO Rick Breger and VP Exploration Ludovic Bigot, who bring relevant industry experience in mining and finance. The company relies heavily on exploration partnerships and option agreements to advance its portfolio.

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