Northwire Canada EditionMonday, November 9, 2026
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Gold 4,079.60 −0.8% Silver 51.94 −0.8% Copper 6.24 −0.5% Oil 90.83 +0.3% Palladium 1,017.10 −2.6% KRN 0.260 −7.1% GSKR 2.84 +5.6% ADE 0.125 +4.2% NRM 0.055 +0.0% BBB 0.520 −1.9% LGD 2.09 +1.9% DEC 0.110 +0.0% LCE 0.200 +0.0% NILI 0.515 −1.0% CDE 21.85 +6.7% CAN 0.045 +0.0% LORD 0.100 +0.0% HBM 29.49 +2.3% ELEF 0.265 +120.8% MUN 0.300 +0.0% SAGA 0.400 +6.7% Gold 4,079.60 −0.8% Silver 51.94 −0.8% Copper 6.24 −0.5% Oil 90.83 +0.3% Palladium 1,017.10 −2.6% KRN 0.260 −7.1% GSKR 2.84 +5.6% ADE 0.125 +4.2% NRM 0.055 +0.0% BBB 0.520 −1.9% LGD 2.09 +1.9% DEC 0.110 +0.0% LCE 0.200 +0.0% NILI 0.515 −1.0% CDE 21.85 +6.7% CAN 0.045 +0.0% LORD 0.100 +0.0% HBM 29.49 +2.3% ELEF 0.265 +120.8% MUN 0.300 +0.0% SAGA 0.400 +6.7%
Drill Results

Latin Metals begins exploration at Ventana North

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Executive Summary

  • Latin Metals Inc. is commencing its first systematic exploration program at the Ventana North property in northwestern Argentina, marking the initial phase of a district-scale sediment-hosted copper exploration play.
  • The company controls a dominant land position of approximately 500,000 hectares across four projects, positioning itself as an early entrant in a largely underexplored belt with potential for large, high-grade deposits.
  • The initial field activities, scheduled to commence in early Q2 2026, will focus on a detailed stream sediment sampling program designed to generate high-quality drill targets and advance the project toward partner-financed drilling.

Key Details

  • Project Location & Scale: Ventana North is part of the larger Ventana project (176,000 hectares) within the Salta Rift basin in northwestern Argentina. The company controls a total of ~500,000 hectares across four sediment-hosted copper projects.
  • Exploration Strategy: The approach is a "prospect generator model" aiming to minimize risk and dilution by securing option agreements with partners to finance exploration.
  • Initial Program Scope:
    • Activity: Detailed stream sediment sampling.
    • Volume: Approximately 500 samples.
    • Area: 73,000-hectare area within Ventana North.
    • Objective: Systematically evaluate the area, generate a robust geochemical dataset, and define priority areas for follow-up exploration and drill target delineation.
  • Timeline: Field activities are expected to commence in early Q2 2026, with initial results anticipated shortly thereafter.
  • Geological Context: The region features structural and stratigraphic features analogous to major global sediment-hosted copper districts (e.g., Zambia, central Europe). It offers exceptional infrastructure, including highway access and nearby power lines.
  • Qualified Person: Eduardo Leon, an employee of the company who holds securities, has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical information.

Notable Quotes

  • Keith Henderson, President and CEO: "We control what we believe to be one of the largest unexplored sediment-hosted copper land positions globally, covering approximately 500,000 hectares. The 2026 program at Ventana North marks the first systematic step toward unlocking this district-scale opportunity, as we rapidly generate drill targets and position the project for potential partnerships."

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