Thistle Resources Files for OTCQB Venture Market Under Symbol "TRCGF", DTC Eligibility and Enhances US Market Access

Executive Summary

• Thistle Resources Inc. announced that FINRA has accepted its Form 211, enabling its common shares to begin trading on the OTC Pink Market under the symbol "TRCGF" while awaiting final OTCQB Venture Market approval.
• The company highlighted expected DTC eligibility, which will allow electronic clearing and settlement through U.S. brokerage networks to improve trading efficiency and liquidity.
• Thistle engaged two external service providers: Jemini Capital Corp. for capital markets initiatives and Connect 4 Marketing Ltd. for digital marketing services under fixed-term agreements.

Key Details

• OTC Pink Trading: Common shares commenced trading on the OTC Pink Market under the ticker symbol "TRCGF" following FINRA acceptance of Form 211.
• OTCQB & TSXV Status: Trading on OTC Pink is temporary pending final OTCQB approval; shares will continue trading on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "TRCG".
• DTC Eligibility: Expected to simplify U.S. trading and transfer processes, reduce costs for investors and brokerages, and enable electronic clearing/settlement through a broad U.S. brokerage network.
• Capital Markets Advisor: Engaged Jemini Capital Corp. to lead investor outreach and financing support at a rate of $8,000 per month for a 4-month term.
• Digital Marketing Services: Engaged Connect 4 Marketing Ltd. for search engine marketing, influencer management, and third-party articles under a 12-month term starting June 5, 2026, with a total budget of $25,000 USD plus applicable taxes.
• Project Portfolio: Company continues to focus on Precious Metals & Critical Minerals exploration across five projects, including the Middle River Gold Project, Brunswick Antimony Project, Middle River VMS Project, Alba Forks Gold Project, and Celtic Highland Gold Project.

Notable Quotes

• Patrick J. Cruickshank, MBA, President, CEO and Director: "The commencement of filing for trading on the OTCQB Venture Market in the United States and DTC eligibility represents important milestones for Thistle as we continue to expand our visibility and accessibility to U.S. investors. Investors can now acquire Thistle shares under (OTC Pink- TRCGF) while we await full OTCQB Listing & DTC eligibility. These advancements will provide greater transparency, improved trading accessibility and enhanced liquidity for existing and prospective shareholders as we continue to increase awareness of Thistle throughout North America."