Canagold Appoints Vice President Permitting and Compliance

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Canagold Resources (TSX: CCM | OTCQB: CRCUF) announced on October 15, 2025 the appointment of Collen Middleton as Vice President Permitting and Compliance.

Middleton is a Registered Professional Biologist with over 20 years of environmental consulting and regulatory permitting experience across western Canada, covering metals and coal mining, major infrastructure and energy projects. He will join and support Chris Pharness, Senior Vice President of Sustainability and Permitting, to strengthen permitting capacity for the New Polaris permitting process and stakeholder engagement.

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 15, 2025) - Canagold Resources Ltd. (TSX: CCM) (OTCQB: CRCUF) (FSE: CANA) ("Canagold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Collen Middleton, as Vice President Permitting and Compliance.

"I am very pleased to welcome Collen to the Canagold team," said Catalin Kilofliski, CEO of Canagold. "He brings a strong track record in navigating complex regulatory processes and a deep commitment to responsible resource development. The addition of a second senior permitting officer to support Mr. Chris Pharness, Senior Vice President of Sustainability and Permitting, further strengthens our permitting expertise and overall team permitting capacity. We remain fully committed to advancing the New Polaris permitting process efficiently and through meaningful stakeholder engagement."

Collen Middleton is a Registered Professional Biologist with over 20 years of experience in environmental consulting and regulatory permitting across western Canada. His work spans metals and coal mining, major infrastructure, and energy projects. Specializing in pre-development permitting and consultation, he has supported both industry and Indigenous governments. With a background in soil and water science, reclamation, and wetlands, Collen has shared his expertise widely through conferences and served four years on the Board of the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists.

About Canagold

Canagold Resources Ltd. is an advanced development company dedicated to advancing the New Polaris Project through feasibility, permitting, and production stages. Additionally, Canagold aims to expand its asset base by acquiring advanced projects, positioning itself as a leading project developer. With a team of technical experts, the Company is poised to unlock substantial value for its shareholders.

"Catalin Kilofliski"
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Catalin Kilofliski, Chief Executive Officer
CANAGOLD RESOURCES LTD
Catalin@canagoldresources.com, 604-685-9700

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FAQ

Who is Collen Middleton and what role did Canagold (CRCUF) appoint him to on October 15, 2025?

Canagold appointed Collen Middleton as Vice President Permitting and Compliance; he is a Registered Professional Biologist with over 20 years of permitting experience.

How does the Collen Middleton appointment affect Canagold's New Polaris permitting process (CRCUF)?

The company says Middleton will increase permitting capacity and support New Polaris permitting and stakeholder engagement alongside SVP Chris Pharness.

What experience does Collen Middleton bring to Canagold (CRCUF)?

He has over 20 years in environmental consulting and regulatory permitting across western Canada, including soil and water science, reclamation, and wetlands.

Will Collen Middleton work with existing Canagold permitting leadership (CRCUF)?

Yes; Middleton is added as a second senior permitting officer to support Chris Pharness, Senior Vice President of Sustainability and Permitting.

Does the October 15, 2025 announcement from Canagold (CRCUF) include financial or timeline guidance for New Polaris permitting?

No; the announcement describes the appointment and permitting support but does not provide financial figures or specific permitting timelines.

Where has Collen Middleton previously worked or contributed before joining Canagold (CRCUF)?

He has supported industry and Indigenous governments on metals, coal, infrastructure and energy projects and served four years on the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists board.