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Medaro Mining Announces Completion of Desktop Study for Clay-Howells West REE Project, Ontario

Medaro Advances Ontario REE Targets Following Sweden Acquisition Push

Executive Summary
  • Medaro Mining Corp. completed a desktop study for its Clay-Howells West Rare Earth Element (REE) Project in Ontario on May 19, 2026.
  • The study identified two primary mineralization styles: an intrusion-internal magnetite-bearing syenite system and a contact-hosted thorium-rich metasomatic system.
  • Three priority exploration blocks were established, with Block A designated as the highest priority target due to strong geophysical signatures.
  • Management recommends detailed geological mapping, ground radiometric verification, systematic sampling, and potential trenching or drilling subject to field results.
  • The project covers approximately 3,916 hectares, with Blocks A and B covering roughly 3,000 hectares.
Material Impact
  • Progression of Projects: The desktop study completion follows the April 7th announcement of Phase 1 exploration starting in April/May 2026. This news confirms the initial phase is complete without material deviation from expectations.
  • Comparison to Recent M&A: While the May 13th Letter of Intent (LOI) for the Sala Silver-Zinc Project in Sweden was rated Material - Positive due to its resource potential, this desktop study update is incremental. It validates the Ontario asset but does not introduce new value comparable to a resource estimate or acquisition.
  • Capital Allocation: The company has raised approximately $1.5M CAD through financings in early 2026 (LIFE and Private Placement). This news confirms capital deployment into exploration as stated, rather than unexpected spending.
  • Market Expectations: Given the April announcement of the desktop study start date, this completion is a routine milestone. It does not alter the fundamental risk profile or valuation significantly compared to the Sala LOI earlier in May.
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Company Overview
  • Flagship Projects: Clay-Howells West REE Project (Ontario) and Bastnas Project (Sweden).
  • Clay-Howells West: Located in Kapuskasing area, Cochrane District. Focus on Light Rare Earth Elements (LREE), Thorium, and Potassium-rich syenite systems.
  • Bastnas: Located in Riddarhyttan-Bastnäs district, Sweden. Targets REE, Copper, Cobalt, Gold, and Base Metals. Permits valid until February 2029.
  • Sala Project (LOI): Past producing Zinc-Silver project in Sweden with an Inferred Resource of 9.7Mt @ 214g/t AgEq.
  • Exploration Status: Active field programs underway in Sweden and Ontario as of March/April 2026.
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