Equinox Gold Completes C$1.5 Million "Ride to Greenstone" Fundraiser

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Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX) (NYSE American: EQX) has successfully completed its 'Ride to Greenstone' fundraiser, raising over C$1.5 million for healthcare initiatives. The cycling team, covering 3,634 kilometers from Vancouver to Geraldton, will deliver a C$1.3 million cheque to the Geraldton District Hospital. Additional funds were raised by Equinox Gold's international teams for local charities.

The event, supported by notable Gold Sponsors, precedes the Greenstone Mine's grand opening on August 29th. Funds raised will benefit healthcare services in Northern Ontario, covering a 2,767-km² region including five Indigenous communities and the mine workforce. A live stream of the cyclists' arrival and celebrations will be available on the Greenstone Gold Mines YouTube page from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm ET.

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• Successful fundraising of over C$1.5 million for healthcare initiatives
• Greenstone Mine grand opening scheduled for August 29th
• Demonstration of corporate social responsibility and community engagement

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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 28, 2024) - Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX) (NYSE American: EQX) is pleased to announce that after a remarkable journey of 3,634 kilometers from Vancouver, BC to Geraldton, ON, the Equinox Gold cycling and support team will reach the Greenstone Mine this morning to deliver a cheque for more than C$1.3 million to the Geraldton District Hospital. Equinox Gold's Canadian team was joined by cyclists and medics from the Company's mine sites in Brazil, Mexico and California, which organized a variety of physical activities with their workforces and raised more than C$200,000 for charities in their local communities.

Ross Beaty, Chair of Equinox Gold, commented: "As we conclude this incredible journey, I reflect on the dedication and unity of our team. The Ride to Greenstone symbolizes our commitment to teamwork and community health and well-being, and we appreciate the generosity of our many stakeholders who supported the ride with donations."

We invite everyone to watch a live stream of the cyclists arriving at the Greenstone Mine site and the Ride to Greenstone celebrations today from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm ET, allowing our global community to join in this historic celebration. Watch live on the Greenstone Gold Mines YouTube page. This event precedes the grand opening of the Greenstone Mine on August 29th.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the Gold Sponsors of the Ride to Greenstone - Sandstorm Gold Royalties, Cloutier Contracting, Franco-Nevada, Orion Resource Partners, the World Gold Council and Equinox Gold's Board of Directors - and to all the donors who are shown on the Ride to Greenstone website. The funds raised for the Geraldton District Hospital will support vital healthcare services for a 2,767-km² region in Northern Ontario, including five Indigenous communities and the Greenstone Mine workforce.

For more information and to follow the final moments of the ride, visit the Ride to Greenstone website or view our updates on social media (Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Instagram).

Equinox Gold Contacts
Greg Smith, President & CEO
Rhylin Bailie, Vice President, Investor Relations
Tel: +1 604-558-0560
Email: ir@equinoxgold.com

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/221347

FAQ

How much money did Equinox Gold (EQX) raise in the 'Ride to Greenstone' fundraiser?

Equinox Gold (EQX) raised over C$1.5 million in total through the 'Ride to Greenstone' fundraiser, with C$1.3 million specifically for the Geraldton District Hospital and over C$200,000 for local charities in other communities where Equinox Gold operates.

When is the grand opening of Equinox Gold's (EQX) Greenstone Mine?

The grand opening of Equinox Gold's (EQX) Greenstone Mine is scheduled for August 29, 2024, following the completion of the 'Ride to Greenstone' fundraiser.

What area will benefit from the funds raised by Equinox Gold's (EQX) 'Ride to Greenstone' event?

The funds raised will support vital healthcare services for a 2,767-km² region in Northern Ontario, including five Indigenous communities and the Greenstone Mine workforce.

How long was the cycling journey in Equinox Gold's (EQX) 'Ride to Greenstone' fundraiser?

The cycling journey in Equinox Gold's (EQX) 'Ride to Greenstone' fundraiser covered a distance of 3,634 kilometers from Vancouver, British Columbia to Geraldton, Ontario.