Northwire Canada EditionSunday, August 9, 2026
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WHN 0.375 −2.6% LME 0.140 +3.7% AAUC 30.49 +5.3% GGM 0.040 +14.3% FDY 6.18 +3.2% MOG 0.640 +3.2% NEXM 3.20 +1.3% NCAU 0.330 +3.1% LUC 0.160 +0.0% BTR 0.140 +0.0% SMRV 0.200 −16.7% BIG 0.880 +3.5% URC 3.89 +0.0% ATY 0.250 −2.0% NRM 0.075 +7.1% WMS 0.040 +0.0% WHN 0.375 −2.6% LME 0.140 +3.7% AAUC 30.49 +5.3% GGM 0.040 +14.3% FDY 6.18 +3.2% MOG 0.640 +3.2% NEXM 3.20 +1.3% NCAU 0.330 +3.1% LUC 0.160 +0.0% BTR 0.140 +0.0% SMRV 0.200 −16.7% BIG 0.880 +3.5% URC 3.89 +0.0% ATY 0.250 −2.0% NRM 0.075 +7.1% WMS 0.040 +0.0%
Drill Results

Silicon Metals completes assessment survey in B.C.

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Executive Summary

  • Silicon Metals Corp. has completed initial assessment surveys at its 100%-owned Longworth and Silica Ridge silica projects in British Columbia.
  • The company collected a total of 40 rock samples (27 from Silica Ridge and 13 from Longworth) from areas with historical high-grade SiO2 values.
  • Samples are being submitted to an ISO 9001-certified laboratory for whole-rock analysis to determine SiO2 purity, aiming to define targets for 2026 exploration programs.

Key Details

  • Silica Ridge Project: 27 rock samples collected along a prominent quartzite ridge with historical high-grade SiO2 values.
  • Longworth Project: 13 samples collected from exposed quartzite ridges indicating high silica content.
  • Next Steps: Collected samples will undergo whole-rock analysis at an ISO 9001-certified laboratory to assess SiO2 purity and potential for high-purity silica development.
  • Strategic Goal: The current program lays the groundwork for the company's 2026 exploration programs.
  • Operational Focus: While advancing BC projects, the company notes its current focus is on the production-permitted Maple-Birch project in Sudbury, Ontario.

Notable Quotes

  • Morgan Good, CEO: "This recent completed work at both our 100-per-cent-owned silica focused Longworth and Silica Ridge projects was great to wrap up as we head into November as the results will undoubtedly add more colour and details for our team as we continue aspiring to further understand the potential of the assets."
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