Coelacanth Energy Inc. Engages ICP Securities Inc. for Automated Market Making Services

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Coelacanth Energy (TSXV:CEIEF) engaged ICP Securities to provide automated market making using ICP Premium™ in compliance with TSX Venture Exchange policies.

The agreement starts on October 31th, 2025, has an Initial Term of four months and auto‑renews monthly unless 30 days' written notice is given. ICP will be paid C$7,500 per month plus taxes. There is no stock or option-based compensation, no performance factors, and ICP and the company are arm's length at signing.

Positive

• Engagement begins on October 31th, 2025
• Initial term of 4 months
• Monthly fee set at C$7,500
• No securities or stock options issued as compensation

Negative

• Agreement contains no performance factors
• Auto‑renewal monthly terms unless 30‑day notice provided
• Monthly fee is an ongoing cash cost during renewal periods

Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - October 29, 2025) - Coelacanth Energy Inc. (TSXV: CEI) ("Coelacanth" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has engaged the services of ICP Securities Inc. ("ICP") to provide automated market making services, including use of its proprietary algorithm, ICP Premium™, in compliance with the policies and guidelines of the TSX Venture Exchange and other applicable legislation. ICP will be paid a monthly fee of C$7,500, plus applicable taxes. The agreement between the Company and ICP (the "Agreement") was signed with a start date of October 31th, 2025, and is for four (4) months (the "Initial Term") and shall be automatically renewed for subsequent one (1) month terms (each month called an "Additional Term") unless either party provides at least thirty (30) days written notice prior to the end of the Initial Term or an Additional Term, as applicable. There are no performance factors contained in the agreement and no stock options, Company securities or other compensation in connection with the engagement. ICP and the Company are arm's length, unrelated and unaffiliated entities and, at the time of the Agreement, neither ICP nor its principals have an interest, directly or indirectly, in the securities of the Company. ICP and its clients may acquire an interest in the securities of the Company in the future, subject to compliance with the policies and guidelines of the TSX Venture Exchange.

About ICP Securities Inc.

ICP Securities Inc. is a Toronto based CIRO dealer-member that specializes in automated market making and liquidity provision, as well as having a proprietary market making algorithm, ICP Premium™, that enhances liquidity and quote health. Established in 2023, with a focus on market structure, execution, and trading, ICP has leveraged its own proprietary technology to deliver high quality liquidity provision and execution services to a broad array of public issuers and institutional investors. ICP's head office is located at 204 - 251 Queens Quay East, Toronto, Ontario M5A 0X3.

Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. The use of any of the words "expect", "anticipate", "continue", "estimate", "may", "will", "should", "believe", "intends", "forecast", "plans", "guidance" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements or information. The forward-looking statements and information are based on certain key expectations and assumptions made by the Company.

Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements and information are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Since forward-looking statements and information address future events and conditions, by their very nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks. These include, but are not limited to, the risks associated with the oil and gas industry in general such as operational risks in development, exploration and production, delays or changes in plans with respect to exploration or development projects or capital expenditures, the uncertainty of estimates and projections relating to production rates, costs and expenses, commodity price and exchange rate fluctuations, marketing and transportation, environmental risks, competition, the ability to access sufficient capital from internal and external sources and changes in tax, royalty and environmental legislation. The forward-looking statements and information contained in this document are made as of the date hereof for the purpose of providing the readers with the Company's expectations for the coming year. The forward-looking statements and information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements or information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless so required by applicable securities laws.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

COELACANTH ENERGY INC.
2110, 530 - 8th Ave SW
Calgary, Alberta T2P 3S8
Phone: 403-705-4525
www.coelacanth.ca

Mr. Robert J. Zakresky
President and Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Nolan Chicoine
Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer

NEITHER THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

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FAQ

What did Coelacanth Energy (CEIEF) announce on October 29, 2025?

Coelacanth announced it engaged ICP Securities to provide automated market making using ICP Premium™ starting October 31th, 2025.

How much will Coelacanth Energy (CEIEF) pay ICP Securities per month?

ICP will be paid C$7,500 per month, plus applicable taxes.

What is the term length of the ICP market making agreement for CEIEF?

The agreement has an Initial Term of four months and auto‑renews for one‑month terms thereafter.

Will ICP receive stock or option compensation from Coelacanth Energy (CEIEF)?

No; the agreement specifies no stock options, company securities, or other compensation.

Are there performance-based fees in the CEIEF market making agreement?

No; the agreement contains no performance factors.

Can ICP or its clients acquire CEIEF securities after the agreement?

Yes; ICP and its clients may acquire an interest in the company's securities in the future subject to TSX Venture Exchange policies.