Vault Strategic Joins Canadian Association Of Defence And Security Industries In Support Of Its Ongoing Advancement Of The Company's Critical And Strategic Mineral Portfolio

Executive Summary

• Vault Strategic Mining Corp. announces its membership in the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries (CADSI) and the National Defence Industrial Association (NDIA) to align its critical mineral portfolio with Canadian defence, security, and industrial priorities.
• The Company issued a clarification regarding its marketing services agreement with Capitaliz Marketing Inc., confirming the parties are arm's length, Capitaliz holds no Company securities, and the initial $50,000 budget is paid upfront with a potential total budget of $200,000 pending TSX Venture Exchange approval.

Key Details

• Association Membership: Joined CADSI (Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries) and NDIA (National Defence Industrial Association) to facilitate collaboration between industry, government, and military stakeholders.
• Membership Benefits: Provides access to defence industry forums, policy roundtables, technical workshops, and networking opportunities to stay informed on procurement trends, regulatory considerations, and partnership opportunities in critical minerals and advanced materials.
• Marketing Agreement Clarification: Confirms that Capitaliz Marketing Inc. and its principals currently hold no securities of the Company and operate as an arm's length party.
• Budget & Terms: The initial marketing budget of $50,000 is payable in advance. The agreement has an initial term of one month, with the Company retaining the option to approve additional allocations up to a total budget of $200,000.
• Regulatory Status: The marketing services agreement remains subject to acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange.

Notable Quotes

• Quinn Field-Dyte, Chief Executive Officer: “Vault’s membership with CADSI reflects our commitment to advancing critical mineral opportunities that are aligned with Canada’s long-term security, defence, and industrial priorities. As global demand for secure and reliable sources of strategic minerals continues to grow, engagement with CADSI provides an important platform for the Company to better understand evolving defence supply chain requirements, contribute to national resilience, and position Vault’s North American critical minerals portfolio within the broader framework of Canada’s security interests.”