Northwire Canada EditionTuesday, September 15, 2026
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GOLD 4351.90 −1.3% SILVER 63.76 −2.2% COPPER 6.40 −2.3% OIL 101.39 +1.3% PALLADIUM 1296.50 −2.1% QGR 0.200 +0.0% MSC 0.015 −25.0% GENM 0.705 −0.7% URC 3.89 +0.0% SHL 0.400 +4.6% AZS 0.750 −8.5% FL 0.415 +0.0% HMMC 8.29 −1.1% NAR 0.260 −5.5% GCN 0.030 −14.3% RIO 3.54 −1.4% EVI 0.430 +2.4% CTV 0.110 −4.3% ECOR 3.10 −4.0% TLG 2.20 +0.0% UCU 2.59 +2.8% GOLD 4351.90 −1.3% SILVER 63.76 −2.2% COPPER 6.40 −2.3% OIL 101.39 +1.3% PALLADIUM 1296.50 −2.1% QGR 0.200 +0.0% MSC 0.015 −25.0% GENM 0.705 −0.7% URC 3.89 +0.0% SHL 0.400 +4.6% AZS 0.750 −8.5% FL 0.415 +0.0% HMMC 8.29 −1.1% NAR 0.260 −5.5% GCN 0.030 −14.3% RIO 3.54 −1.4% EVI 0.430 +2.4% CTV 0.110 −4.3% ECOR 3.10 −4.0% TLG 2.20 +0.0% UCU 2.59 +2.8%
Resource Estimate

Emperor Metals Inc. to Showcase Continued Growth and Advancements at the 2025 New Orleans Investment Conference

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Executive Summary

  • Emperor Metals announced a 2025 Mineral Resource Estimate for the Duquesne West Gold Project, increasing inferred resources by >104% to 1.46 million ounces at 5.42 g/t Au.
  • The company commenced its 2025 drilling program at Duquesne West and highlighted the recent acquisition of the Lac Pelletier Property in Quebec’s Abitibi Greenstone Belt.
  • Emperor Metals will present these advancements at the 2025 New Orleans Investment Conference (Nov 2‑5, 2025).

Key Details

  • Resource Update: Inferred gold resource now 1.46 million ounces, up 104% from the prior estimate; grade 5.42 g/t Au.
  • Project Strategy: Shift from traditional underground mining to a larger‑scale open‑pit concept at Duquesne West.
  • Drilling Program: 2025 drilling commenced targeting further resource expansion and near‑surface zones identified via AI‑driven 3D geological modeling.
  • Acquisition: Lac Pelletier Property acquired (under purchase agreement), adding another gold project with near‑term exploration potential in the Abitibi region.
  • Conference Participation: Emperor Metals will present at the New Orleans Investment Conference, with CEO John Florek speaking on Nov 3 at 12:40 pm (Booth #220).

Notable Quotes

“We've entered an exciting new phase of growth… With the Duquesne West Resource Estimate now complete, our 2025 drilling program underway, and the addition of Lac Pelletier to our portfolio, Emperor is building a strong pipeline of quality gold assets…” – John Florek, President & CEO.

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