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Rigs Are Turning on a 5,000-Metre Expedition for Yukon Copper-Gold

White launches a 5,000-metre drill program in the Yukon following the spin-out of its critical mineral assets.

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Jun 04, 2026 · 06:05 WGO · 2.1 White Gold Corp.
Executive Summary
  • White Gold Corp. announced the commencement of its fully funded 2026 exploration program at the AZ and Birch copper-gold properties in the Yukon.
  • Drill rigs are on site with first core produced at AZ on May 28, 2026.
  • The company plans approximately 5,000 metres of diamond drilling, supplemented by 3D IP geophysics, drone aeromagnetic surveys, and surface sampling.
  • Yukon Metals recently optioned the Sumo copper-gold property (~1,875 hectares) in April 2026, expanding its district-scale footprint.
  • The release contextualizes activities alongside significant peer drilling results and financings in the region.
Material Impact
  • The commencement of the 2026 exploration program was previously announced and fully funded via a $23 million private placement in October 2025.
  • This news represents the execution phase of a planned, fully funded initiative rather than a new development or unexpected catalyst.
  • The addition of the Sumo property option is a logical extension of the company's district-scale strategy but does not materially alter the near-term financial or operational outlook.
  • The news is in line with previous expectations and management guidance regarding the 2026 drill program timeline.
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Company Overview
  • White Gold Corp. is an exploration-stage company focused on its flagship White Gold Project in the Yukon, Canada.
  • The project hosts four near-surface deposits: Golden Saddle, Arc, Ryan’s Surprise, and VG.
  • The latest mineral resource estimate (August 2025) defines 1,732,300 ounces of Indicated gold (35.2 million tonnes @ 1.53 g/t) and 1,265,900 ounces of Inferred gold (32.3 million tonnes @ 1.22 g/t).
  • Approximately 99% of the resource is amenable to open-pit mining.
  • The company also holds a district-scale land package of over 300,000 hectares, targeting copper, molybdenum, tungsten, and other critical minerals.
Read the original news release →

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