Nine Mile Metals Announces Certified Assays from DDH-WD-25-01 of 3.83% CuEq Over 22.65 Meters (39.52 g/t Ag, 0.96 g/t Au, 0.99% Cu, 2.25% Pb, 1.61% Zn) and 4.33% CuEq Over 17.65 Meters (42.5 g/t Ag, 1.01 g/t Au, 1.2% Cu, 2.62% Pb, 2.05% Zn) Including 1.21

Executive Summary

• Nine Mile Metals announced certified assay results for drill hole WD‑25‑01 at the Wedge Mine (Bathurst Mining Camp, NB).
• The hole intersected a high‑grade VMS zone with significant Au‑Ag mineralization (up to 1.72 g/t Au and 148 g/t Ag) and strong base‑metal values (CuEq up to 9.29%).
• Results highlight a distinct precious‑metal lens not seen in adjacent holes, supporting the company’s 2026 drilling program and the economic potential of the Wedge deposit.

Key Details

• Drill Hole: WD‑25‑01, collared in hanging‑wall sediments; azimuth 335°, dip –50°, total depth 293 m.
• Overall Intersection (156.05‑178.70 m, 22.65 m true width):
• Ag 39.52 g/t, Au 0.96 g/t, Cu 0.99 %, Pb 2.25 %, Zn 1.61 %, CuEq 3.83 %.
• Key Sub‑intervals:
• 161.05‑178.70 m (17.65 m): Ag 42.50 g/t, Au 1.01 g/t, Cu 1.20 %, Pb 2.62 %, Zn 2.05 %, CuEq 4.33 %.
• 160.05‑173.05 m (13.00 m): Ag 50.33 g/t, Au 1.21 g/t, Cu 0.39 %, Pb 2.45 %, Zn 0.03 %, CuEq 4.14 %.
• Peak Assays: 1.72 g/t Au and 148 g/t Ag within the VMS zone.
• Base‑Metal Highlights: Pb up to 13.90 % and Zn up to 19.30 %; CuEq sections of 9.29 % and 7.47 %.
• Cobalt & Bismuth: Elevated Co (up to 424 ppm) and Bi (up to 695 ppm) associated with high‑Cu intervals at the base of the VMS mineralization.
• Geological Context: Distinct Au‑Ag lens separate from broader Cu‑Pb‑Zn mineralization; unique compared with adjacent drill intersections.
• QA/QC: Samples analyzed by Activation Laboratories Ltd. (ActLabs) using Code 8 Peroxide ICP‑OES+MS and fire assay for gold; QA/QC protocols included CRMs, duplicates, blanks – no material errors observed.
• Qualified Person: Gary Lohman, P.Geo., VP Exploration & Director, reviewed and approved the technical disclosure per NI 43‑101.

Notable Quotes

“This drill hole was intriguing, not only confirming the presence of high‑grade copper at depth but also containing a significant precious metal component previously not recognized or reported at the Wedge.” – Gary Lohman, VP Exploration & Director.

“Tremendous result on Hole WD‑25‑1… This is a high‑grade Gold‑Silver burst, not a copper‑only style… We look forward to our 2026 drill program at this deposit and unlock more high‑grade surprises.” – Patrick J. Cruickshank, CEO & Director.