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Canadian Critical Minerals Submits Project Description and Information Requirements Table to BC Major Mines Office

Canadian Critical’s Bull River project remains stalled on permitting with a preliminary economic assessment expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.

Executive Summary

Canadian Critical Minerals Inc. submitted its Project Description and Information Requirements Table (IRT) to the BC Major Mines Office on July 16, 2026. To support the Joint Permit Amendment Application and associated technical studies, including environmental assessment and water management, the company retained Ensero Solutions. Additionally, JDS Energy & Mining was re-engaged to complete a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA), which is expected within 120 days.

The project scope focuses on processing approximately 155,000 tonnes of legacy stockpiles using existing infrastructure, thereby avoiding new underground development initially. Management describes this strategy as a phased, lower-risk approach designed to generate operational experience and support future development.

Material Impact

Canadian Critical Minerals Inc. filed a standard regulatory submission, a routine prerequisite for permit amendments that does not alter the company's mine life, net asset value, or production profile. The stock has traded in a tight $0.03–$0.04 range, indicating the market views this as expected housekeeping. There is no immediate financial or operational catalyst, with the Pre-Feasibility Study completion in late 2026 serving as the next material event.

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Company Overview

Canadian Critical Minerals Inc. owns the 100% Bull River Mine project near Cranbrook, British Columbia. The company also holds a 4% interest in XXIX Metal Corp, which owns a 100% interest in the Thierry copper project in Pickle Lake, Ontario, as well as a 100% interest in the Opemiska copper project near Chapais-Chibougamau, Quebec. Its strategy centers on a phased restart of Bull River, beginning with surface stockpile processing.

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