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Ameriwest Critical Metals Announces Uplisting to the OTCQB Venture Market

Junior explorer advancing historical copper-gold-silver data toward NI 43-101 resource while navigating tight liquidity.

Executive Summary
  • Announces regulatory approval to uplist common shares from the OTCIDT Basic Market to the OTCQB Venture Market, with trading commencing under the ticker "AWLIF".
  • Highlights operational progress at the 100%-owned Bornite copper-gold-silver project in Oregon, including the completion of a preliminary 3D geological model.
  • Confirms expansion of the land package to 87 claims (~1,740 acres) and identification of five additional breccia pipe-style exploration targets.
  • States that the company has commenced re-logging and re-assaying of preserved historical drill core stored in Reno, Nevada.
  • Reiterates the objective to systematically advance the technical program to support a future NI 43-101 and CIM mineral resource estimate.
  • CEO quotes emphasize broadening U.S. investor access and maintaining focus on the Bornite project.
Material Impact
  • The uplisting to OTCQB is a standard administrative and regulatory step that improves market visibility and liquidity but does not alter the company's operational status, financial position, or exploration timeline.
  • The operational highlights are a direct continuation of the 2026 work program announced in February 2026 and the subsequent geological modeling and core relocation updates in April and May 2026.
  • No new financial results, updated guidance, capital raises, or drill results are disclosed. The release serves as a procedural confirmation of prior milestones rather than a new catalyst.
  • The market has already priced in the progression from acquisition to data digitization and core handling. The uplisting itself is a known, expected step for a junior explorer seeking broader U.S. market access.
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Company Overview
  • Ameriwest Critical Metals is a junior exploration company focused on critical metals in North America.
  • Primary asset: Bornite copper-gold-silver project in Oregon, a ~450-ft diameter breccia pipe with historical high-grade intercepts and a conceptual 3D model identifying high-grade shell, lower-grade interior, and sheeted vein zones.
  • Secondary asset: Xeno rare earth project in British Columbia, acquired in 100% interest, targeting yttrium and other rare earth oxides.
  • Additional holdings include lithium projects in Arizona and Nevada.
  • Strategy: Leverage preserved historical data to rapidly advance toward a modern NI 43-101 resource estimate and potential underground mine development.
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