Getty Drills 46m of 1.47% Copper Within 150m of 0.71% Copper in Step-Out Intercepts at Getty South
New high-grade copper intercepts at Getty South have prompted Getty Copper to accelerate a fully funded two‑rig fall drill program.
Rhea-AI Summary
Getty Copper (GTCDF) reported high-grade step-out drill results from four holes at the Getty South target on its Getty project in British Columbia.
Highlights include hole GS26-06 with 150.3 m of 0.71% Cu and 0.7 g/t Ag from 101.7 m, including 103.3 m of 0.94% Cu and 0.8 g/t Ag, and within that 46 m of 1.47% Cu and 1.0 g/t Ag from 159 m, plus 7.5 m of 3.72% Cu from 165 m. Hole GS26-05 cut 80 m of 0.84% Cu from 60 m, including 45.2 m of 1.28% Cu. Additional intercepts were returned from GS26-03 and GS26-04. The company interprets these results as defining a 40–60 m wide copper zone that remains open along strike and at depth within a 500 m diameter geophysical anomaly.
Getty has accelerated a fully funded 4,000–6,000 m, two-rig fall drill program, will initially focus on Getty South, and still awaits assays from seven holes at Getty South and three at Getty North.
Positive
- GS26-06: 150.3 m of 0.71% Cu from 101.7 m, incl. 46 m of 1.47% Cu
- GS26-05: 80 m of 0.84% Cu from 60 m, incl. 45.2 m of 1.28% Cu
- Multiple intercepts support a 40–60 m wide copper zone open along strike and at depth
- Fall drill program is fully funded for 4,000–6,000 m with two rigs
- Assays pending for 10 holes (7 at Getty South, 3 at Getty North) may add further data
Negative
- Reported intervals are drilled widths; true widths are only estimated at 30–60% of downhole lengths
- Historical drilling data at Getty South are incomplete or uncertain, limiting direct comparability
- Current results are exploration-stage; a mineral resource estimate is only planned for 2027
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Highlights:
- Getty South step-out drilling intersects shallow, thick, high-grade copper mineralization in multiple holes that remains open along strike and at depth
- Fall program accelerated: Drilling with two rigs to begin in September with initial focus at Getty South
- Assays pending for 7 more holes at Getty South targeting additional zones
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - September 14, 2026) - Getty Copper Inc. (TSXV: GTC) (OTCQX: GTCDF) ("Getty" or the "Company") is pleased to report assay results for four more holes from its spring 2026 drilling at the Getty South target, part of the Company's Getty project in the Highland Valley District of British Columbia.
"The copper grades in these holes at Getty South are multiples higher than those of reported resources in the Highland Valley district. The grades and widths have surprised us, and the continuity in these relatively closely spaced step-outs is positive. Geologically, this porphyry related high-grade breccia mineralization appears to be unique in the district.
"Based on these results, we are accelerating our follow-up program to start in late September. The program will commence with two rigs initially at Getty South to define the size and continuity of the high-grade mineralization, as well as testing exploration targets.
"Our longer term aim is twofold – to define the potential copper resources at Getty South and Getty North via a planned mineral resource estimate in 2027 and to make new discoveries in the largest porphyry copper district in Canada." – CEO, Ryan O'Regan
Results:
Getty South is a target area located 7 km north of Teck's Highland Valley Copper Mill and 3.5 km south of the Getty North resource target area (Figure 4). It was historically mined underground, most recently in the 1950s and drilled in campaigns from the 1950s to late 1990s. Most historical drilling is missing assay data or was only partially sampled and certain hole location and survey information is uncertain. Despite the target's history, it remains poorly understood and the Company undertook a relogging program in 2025 and 2026 to build a testable mineralization model.
Today's results are from cross sections of holes drilled 25m north (Figure 2) and 25m south of the 184m of
The continuity and widths of mineralization in this zone support a 40-60 metre wide body of copper mineralization that trends north-northwest to south-southeast and remains open in both directions and beneath drilling. True widths of mineralization are not yet fully defined, but are estimated to be between 30 to
GS26-05:
- 80m of
0.84% Cu and 0.5 g/t Ag from 60m depth - Incl. 45.2m of
1.28% Cu and 0.6 g/t Ag from 68.8m depth
GS26-06:
- 150.3m of
0.71% Cu and 0.7 g/t Ag from 101.7m depth - Incl. 103.3m of
0.94% Cu and 0.8 g/t Ag from 101.7m - Which Incl. 46m of
1.47% Cu and 1.0 g/t Ag from 159m
GS26-03:
- 28m of
0.23% Cu and 0.2 g/t Ag from 168m depth
GS26-04:
- 11m of
0.57% Cu and 0.7 g/t Ag from 24m depth - 13m of
0.36% Cu and 0.2 g/t Ag from 66m - 62m of
0.44% Cu and 0.4 g/t Ag from 120m
Geological Background:
The mineralization and geology are similar to that reported in the initial drill holes from Getty South on September 2nd. Copper mineralization occurs as relatively coarse-grained (to several centimetres) chalcopyrite and minor bornite in veins and hydrothermal breccia cement (Figure 1). Local supergene oxidation of copper mineralization is present near surface and along faults and will be more fully characterized by ongoing sequential leach assaying.
The mineralization and associated hydrothermal brecciation are developed within a larger pre-mineral breccia body that encompasses most of the Getty South target area, based on historical mapping and relogging of limited historical core. This host breccia has a matrix predominantly of rock flour and contains clasts of older host equigranular intrusive rock and porphyry intrusions, as well as juvenile flow-banded porphyry intrusive clasts interpreted to be synchronous with the breccia-forming event.
Both the breccias and mineralization are interpreted to have a porphyry-related origin. Historical drilling suggests the potential for multiple zones of higher-grade mineralization within the Getty South footprint.
Figure 1: High grade Cu mineralization in GS26-06, showing most of a 7.5m interval of
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Outlook:
- Assays remain pending for seven holes at Getty South and three holes at Getty North, with results to be reported as they are received and compiled
- The Company has accelerated preparations for its fully funded 4,000-6,000 metre, two-rig fall drilling program, which is now expected to focus initially on Getty South in addition to testing other exploration targets
- Permits are expected soon for the Company's
100% -owned Dot Property, an additional exploration opportunity within the Company's pipeline
Figure 2: Cross section B-B' through Getty South, showing 2026 and historical drilling and an IP chargeability inversion (50m slice).
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Figure 3: Plan Map of Getty South Drilling.
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Figure 4: Location Map showing Getty Project targets1.
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Table 1: Highlight assay results
| Hole | Intercept | From (m) | To (m) | Length (m) | Cu (%) | Mo (ppm) | Ag (ppm) | Au (ppm) |
| GS26-03 | 168 | 196.5 | 28.5 | 0.23 | 5 | 0.2 | 0.030 | |
| GS26-04 | Incl. | 24 | 35 | 11 | 0.57 | 5 | 0.7 | 0.001 |
| GS26-04 | And Incl. | 66 | 79 | 13 | 0.36 | 3 | 0.2 | 0.001 |
| GS26-04 | 120 | 182 | 62 | 0.44 | 10 | 0.4 | 0.007 | |
| GS26-05 | 60 | 140 | 80 | 0.84 | 4 | 0.5 | 0.001 | |
| GS26-05 | Incl. | 68.8 | 114 | 45.2 | 1.28 | 5 | 0.6 | 0.001 |
| GS26-05 | 177.7 | 186 | 8.3 | 0.34 | 10 | 0.9 | 0.001 | |
| GS26-06 | 101.7 | 252 | 150.3 | 0.71 | 7 | 0.7 | 0.002 | |
| GS26-06 | 101.7 | 205 | 103.3 | 0.94 | 8 | 0.8 | 0.002 | |
| GS26-06 | Incl. | 159 | 205 | 46 | 1.47 | 6 | 1.0 | 0.003 |
| GS26-06 | Incl. | 165 | 172.5 | 7.5 | 3.72 | 5 | 1.8 | 0.004 |
| GS26-06 | 283 | 287 | 4 | 0.53 | 5 | 0.9 | 0.002 |
Table 2: Drill hole details
| Hole | UTM E | UTM N | Elev | Azi | Dip | TD (m) |
| GS26-03 | 642269 | 5600766 | 1635 | 211 | 46 | 246 |
| GS26-04 | 642269 | 5600766 | 1635 | 206 | 70 | 330 |
| GS26-05 | 642238 | 5600813 | 1634 | 208 | 45 | 198 |
| GS26-06 | 642238 | 5600813 | 1634 | 206 | 66 | 289 |
Sampling and Assay Protocols
Reported intervals represent drilled widths because true widths are not yet known. Drill holes were sampled at continuous 3m intervals, though samples may be shorter to accommodate geological boundaries. Samples were halved by core saw onsite, with one half sent to ALS Laboratories in Kamloops or North Vancouver for preparation and pulps were assayed in North Vancouver. Samples were prepared and assayed following ALS method codes: PREP-31, ME-MS61, and Au-ICP21. Selected samples were also assayed by sequential leach package Cu-PKG06LI, for which a split of the pulp was analyzed at ALS Laboratories in Lima, Peru. The Company followed a QA/QC program involving the use of blanks, standards and duplicates.
Technical Disclosure
The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Roy Greig, Ph.D., P.Geo., Vice President of Exploration of the Company, who is a Qualified Person as defined in National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
Historical drilling information referenced in this news release was completed by prior operators and has not been independently verified by the Company except as expressly stated. The Company considers this information relevant for geological context and exploration targeting purposes, but readers should not place undue reliance on it. Mineralization at nearby or adjacent properties, including the Highland Valley Copper Mine, is not necessarily indicative of mineralization at the Getty Project.
About Getty Copper Inc.
Getty Copper Inc. is a Canadian mineral exploration and development company focused on southern British Columbia, Canada. The Company's portfolio comprises the
Contact Information
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Ryan O'Regan
Chief Executive Officer
Getty Copper Inc.
Email: investorrelations@gettycopper.com
Phone: +1 604 931-3231
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Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements." Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Getty's actual results, performance or achievements, or developments to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "believes," "intends," "estimates," "projects," "potential" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will," "would," "may," "could" or "should" occur.
Forward-looking statements in this document include, among others, statements relating to expectations regarding: the Company's strategic plans and objectives; the timing, scope, commencement and results of planned exploration and drilling programs, including the timing and receipt of assay results and completion of QA/QC review; the interpretation of historical exploration and geophysical data and the prospectivity of geophysical anomalies and exploration targets; the identification, continuity and distribution of higher-grade mineralization; the completion or updating of geological models and the interpretation of the geometry and structural controls of mineralization; the potential for district-scale mineralization; the advancement of exploration and technical work at the Getty Project; and the Company's outlook, including expectations for exploration results and project advancement.
Forward-looking information and statements also involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and other factors, which may cause actual events or results in future periods to differ materially from any projections of future events or results expressed or implied by such forward-looking information or statements, including, among others: negative operating cash flow and dependence on third parties, uncertainty of additional financing, no current mineral reserves or mineral resources, uncertainties associated with historical estimates, and risks relating to the Company's ability to complete sufficient work to support future mineral resource estimates, aboriginal title and consultation issues, reliance on key management and other personnel, actual results of exploration activities being different than anticipated, changes in exploration programs based upon results, availability of third party contractors, availability of equipment and supplies, failure of equipment to operate as anticipated; the occurrence of a force majeure; accidents, effects of weather and other natural phenomena and other risks associated with the mineral exploration industry, environmental risks, changes in laws and regulations, community relations and delays in obtaining governmental or other approvals.
Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking information or implied by forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information and statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated, estimated or intended. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or reissue forward-looking information as a result of new information or events except as required by applicable securities laws.
1 Grade and tonnage listed for HVC deposits are Proven plus Probable Reserves from Teck's NI 43-101 Technical Report on Highland Valley Copper Operations, effective July 1, 2025.
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FAQ
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Where is the Getty South target located relative to other key assets?
Getty South lies about 7 km north of Teck's Highland Valley Copper Mill and approximately 3.5 km south of the Getty North resource target area within the Getty project in British Columbia.
What drilling and assay work remains outstanding for Getty Copper in 2026?
Assays remain pending for seven additional holes at Getty South and three holes at Getty North. Results will be released as they are received and compiled.
What are the key parameters of the upcoming fall drill program?
The company has prepared a fully funded 4,000–6,000 m fall drill program using two rigs. Drilling is expected to begin in late September, initially focusing on Getty South while also testing other exploration targets.
How were drill core samples prepared and assayed?
Drill holes were sampled at continuous 3 m intervals, shortened locally for geological boundaries. Core was cut by saw, with half sent to ALS Laboratories in Kamloops or North Vancouver for preparation, and pulps assayed in North Vancouver using ALS methods PREP-31, ME-MS61, and Au-ICP21. Selected samples received sequential leach analysis (Cu-PKG06LI) on pulp splits in Lima, Peru.
What quality assurance and qualified person oversight were used?
The company implemented a QA/QC program using blanks, standards and duplicates. The technical information was reviewed and approved by Roy Greig, Ph.D., P.Geo., Vice President of Exploration, who is a Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101.
What other properties does Getty Copper hold in the district?
Getty Copper's portfolio includes the 82%-owned Getty Property, adjacent to the Highland Valley Copper Mine, and the nearby 100%-owned DOT Property. Permits are expected soon for the Dot Property, which provides an additional exploration opportunity.