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Oronova Energy Inc. Receives Conditional Approval and Files Filing Statement for Proposed Reverse Takeover with Cameron Gold Project
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Executive Summary
- The TSX Venture Exchange conditionally approved Oronova Energy Inc.’s proposed reverse takeover of Cameron Gold Project, targeting a 100 % interest from First Mining Gold Corp. (FMGC).
- Upon completion, the combined entity will be renamed Seva Mining Corp., trade on the TSXV under ticker SEVA, and FMGC will hold ~47.85 % of the outstanding common shares, becoming an insider.
- The transaction is expected to close in March 2026, subject to final Exchange approval and customary closing conditions.
Key Details
- Transaction Structure: Three‑cornered amalgamation under Ontario Business Corporations Act – 1001416725 Ontario Ltd. (Oronova subsidiary) will merge with Cameron Gold Operations Ltd. (FMGC subsidiary).
- Closing Timeline: Anticipated March 2026, pending final TSXV approval and any required shareholder approvals.
- Resulting Issuer: Will be renamed Seva Mining Corp.; ticker SEVA; Tier 1 mining issuer on the TSX Venture Exchange.
- Management Team (post‑closing):
- Ranj Pillai – Chief Executive Officer
- Aaron Triplett – Chief Financial Officer
- Michelle Borthwick – Corporate Secretary
- Ryan Brown – Vice President, Engineering
- Carl Ginn – Vice President, Exploration
- Board of Directors (post‑closing): James Sabala, Kody Penner, James Maxwell, Michael O'Flaherty.
- Insider Status: FMGC will own ~47.85 % of Seva Mining Corp.’s common shares after the transaction, making it an insider under TSXV policy.
- Financial Snapshot of SubCo (Cameron Gold Operations Ltd.):
| Period | Total Revenues | Net Income/Loss | Total Assets | Total Liabilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9‑month ended Sep 30 2025 (unaudited) | $0 | $(6.46 M) | $26.81 M | $7.42 M |
| Year ended Dec 31 2024 (audited) | $0 | $(66.5 K) | $33.07 M | $7.22 M |
| Year ended Dec 31 2023 (audited) | $0 | $(10.0 K) | $32.95 M | $7.10 M |
- Filing Statement & Technical Report: Filed on March 9 2026; includes NI 43‑101 technical report for the Cameron Property, Kenora Mining District, Ontario. Available on SEDAR+.
- Forward‑Looking Statements: Transaction subject to customary closing conditions; risks include non‑completion, project viability, and market conditions.
Notable Quotes
- “The conditional approval by the TSX Venture Exchange marks a pivotal step toward creating a robust Tier 1 mining platform under the Seva Mining banner.” – Geir Liland, President & CEO, Oronova Energy Inc.
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