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Technical Study

First Cdn increases EM, magnetic surveys at Berkwood

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Jan 19, 2026 · 19:24 FCI · 0.405 First Canadian Graphite Inc.
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Executive Summary

  • First Canadian Graphite Inc. has expanded the scope of its airborne electromagnetic (EM) and magnetic surveys at the Berkwood graphite project in Northern Quebec, following a review of newly acquired claims.
  • The company announced preliminary metallurgical testing results from Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. on grab samples from Zone 3, indicating high-grade graphite content (average 22.90% graphitic carbon) and a favorable large-flake distribution (>85% >80 mesh).
  • These results support the potential of Zone 3 and the viability of Volt Carbon’s proprietary dry air classification processing method, which achieved 95-98.5% purity in prior tests, guiding future exploration and partner discussions ahead of planned spring/summer 2026 drilling.

Key Details

  • Survey Expansion: The company increased the size of airborne EM and magnetic surveys currently being conducted on newly acquired claims surrounding the Berkwood project.
  • Metallurgical Testing Source: Conducted by Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. (a related party) at their Guelph, Ontario laboratory using a proprietary dry air classification process.
  • Zone 3 Sample Results (Grab Samples):
    • Graphitic Carbon (Cg): Ranged from 6.43% to 39.66%.
    • Average Total Carbon (Ct): 32.47% across eight grab samples.
    • Average Graphitic Carbon (Cg): 22.90% across eight grab samples.
    • Flake Size: More than 85% of separated graphite flakes were greater than 80 mesh.
  • Sampling Methodology:
    • Samples were representative surface composites (2kg each) collected over a 200m x 50m area centered around Zone 19 (490000E/5666400N NAD83).
    • Samples are historical (rock-chip, channel, hand-dug pits <1m depth) from Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 9, and 12.
    • Results are preliminary indications only and not representative of true graphite recovery expected from the project.
  • Processing Technology (Volt Carbon):
    • Method: Dry air classification (no water or chemical reagents); separates particles based on density, shape, and aerodynamic properties.
    • Prior Performance: Achieved graphite purity levels of 95% to 98.5% on samples from Berkwood Zones 1 and 6, plus Ontario/Quebec samples.
    • Verification: Prior results independently verified by ProGraphite GmbH.
    • Advantages: Energy-efficient, potentially mobile alternative to conventional water-based flotation.
  • Next Steps:
    • Use survey and metallurgy results to guide further exploration and metallurgical studies.
    • Conduct additional testing to optimize processing methods.
    • Advance discussions with potential partners for high-purity, large-flake graphite.
    • Anticipated drilling to follow up during spring/summer 2026.
  • Existing Resource Data (Zone 1 Only):
    • Indicated: 1,755,300 tonnes at 17.00% Cgr.
    • Inferred: 1,526,400 tonnes at 16.39% Cgr.
    • Source: NI 43-101 Technical Report effective June 30, 2019.

Notable Quotes

  • Thomas Yingling, President and CEO, First Canadian Graphite: "We are very pleased to increase the size of the airborne geophysical surveys over the newly acquired claims. We look forward to sharing the results of these surveys once they are complete. The strong metallurgical results from Zone 3 confirm its potential as an important part of our growing graphite asset base. These results support our strategy of advancing a sustainable and environmentally responsible graphite project."
  • V-Bond Lee, President and CEO, Volt Carbon Technologies: "We are encouraged by the high graphitic content and favourable flake size distribution observed in the grab samples. These findings reinforce the potential of Zone 3 as a promising target for further exploration."
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