Nicola Mining (NASDAQ: NICM)/b) announced that it and Ocean Partners UK Limited have committed a combined in financing to Blue Lagoon Resources (CSE: BLLG). Each party is investing $5.0 million to support development and production ramp-up at Blue Lagoon's 100%-owned Dome Mountain Gold and Silver Project near Smithers, British Columbia.
Nicola's portion was completed via a private placement at $0.60 per share, giving it 8,333,333 common shares and building on a prior $1.0 million investment at $0.14 per share in January 2024. Ocean Partners has now committed a total of $8.0 million to Blue Lagoon, including a previously announced $3.0 million. According to Nicola, the financing is intended to advance mine development toward a targeted 150–200 tonnes per day and deepen integration between Blue Lagoon's production, Ocean Partners' concentrate marketing, and Nicola's fully permitted Merritt Mill processing facility in British Columbia.
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$10.0M total financing committed to Blue Lagoon by Nicola and Ocean Partners
Nicola invests $5.0M via private placement at $0.60 per share
Nicola acquires 8,333,333 Blue Lagoon common shares in latest placement
Nicola’s total disclosed investments in Blue Lagoon now reach $6.0M
Ocean Partners’ cumulative commitment to Blue Lagoon increases to $8.0M
Financing supports ramp-up toward 150–200 tonnes/day at Dome Mountain project
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Market Context
NICM's recent reactions were mixed: a production update preceded a 2.41% gain, while an exploration ...
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NICM's recent reactions were mixed: a production update preceded a 2.41% gain, while an exploration update preceded a -1.31% move. Investors could weigh strategic alignment against production-execution risk.
Key Figures
Combined financing:$10.0 millionNicola investment:$5.0 millionOcean Partners investment:$5.0 million+5 more
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Combined financing$10.0 millionNicola Mining and Ocean Partners investment in Blue Lagoon
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Key Terms
private placement, qualified person, ni 43-101, flotation
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private placementfinancial
"Nicola's investment was completed through a private placement at $0.60 per share"
A private placement is a sale of securities directly to a selected group of investors, typically institutions or accredited investors, instead of through a public offering. It lets a company raise money faster and with fewer regulatory steps; for existing shareholders it matters because the newly issued shares, often sold at a discount, increase the share count and can dilute their ownership.
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"who is the Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101"
A qualified person is someone with specialized knowledge, experience, and training in a particular field, allowing them to accurately assess and verify information or work. Their expertise helps ensure that reports, evaluations, or decisions are trustworthy and meet required standards. For investors, a qualified person provides confidence that the information they rely on is credible and properly validated.
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"the Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101"
A Canadian regulatory standard that sets the rules for how mining and exploration companies must report mineral resources and reserves, requiring technical reports prepared or signed off by an independent, certified expert. It matters to investors because it creates a consistent, transparent “inspection report” for mining projects, making it easier to compare prospects, judge the reliability of claims, and assess geological and financial risk before investing.
flotationtechnical
"process both gold and silver mill feed via gravity and flotation processes"
Flotation is the process where a privately held business makes its shares available to the public by listing them on a stock exchange, commonly called an initial public offering (IPO). For investors it matters because flotation creates a market price and trading chance for those shares, signals a company's growth plans and need for capital, and changes how the business is governed — like a small shop selling ownership stakes to many new customers to raise money and spread risk.
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 10, 2026) - Nicola Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: NICM) (TSXV: NIM) (FSE: HLIA) (the "Company" or "Nicola") is pleased to announce that it, and Ocean Partners UK Limited1 ("Ocean Partners") have committed to a combined $10.0 million in financing to Blue Lagoon Resources (CSE: BLLG) ("Blue Lagoon").
The financing consists of two equal tranches, with Nicola investing $5.0 million and Ocean Partners investing $5.0 million, to support the continued development and production ramp-up of Blue Lagoon's 100%-owned Dome Mountain Gold and Silver Project, located near Smithers, British Columbia2. The financing is expected to advance mine development activities necessary to increase production toward the targeted 150-200 tonnes per day.
Nicola's investment was completed through a private placement at $0.60 per share, resulting in the acquisition of 8,333,333 common shares. This investment builds upon Nicola's earlier strategic investment of $1.0 million at $0.14 per share completed on January 17, 20243 underscoring the Company's long-term conviction in Blue Lagoon's management team and the Dome Mountain project.
Ocean Partners' participation further reinforces the strategic alignment among the parties. Combined with its previously announced $3.0 million investment4, Ocean Partners has now committed $8.0 million to Blue Lagoon. Collectively, Nicola and Ocean Partners have established a significant strategic equity position while providing capital intended to accelerate production growth.
Beyond the equity investment, the financing further strengthens the integrated relationship between mine development, concentrate marketing, and milling infrastructure. As Blue Lagoon advances production, Nicola's wholly owned Merritt Mill-British Columbia's only fully permitted milling facility authorized to process gold and silver material sourced throughout the province-is expected to play an increasingly important role in supporting regional mining operations.
Mr. Peter Espig, CEO of Nicola Mining Inc., commented:
"This investment reflects our confidence in both the quality of the Dome Mountain asset and Blue Lagoon's management team's ability to execute its production strategy. Nicola's objective extends beyond providing capital-we seek to partner with companies that can benefit from our operational infrastructure, technical expertise, and long-term strategic relationships.
Together with Ocean Partners, we believe this financing positions Blue Lagoon to accelerate its transition toward sustained commercial production while strengthening an integrated mining model that combines financing, processing, and concentrate marketing. As Nicola continues to expand and upgrade the Merritt Mill, we remain committed to supporting responsible mine development throughout British Columbia and creating long-term value for all stakeholders."
Qualified Person The scientific and technical disclosures included in this news release have been reviewed and approved by Will Whitty, P.Geo., who is the Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. Mr. Whitty is Vice President of Exploration for the Company.
About Nicola Mining Nicola Mining Inc. is a junior mining company listed on the NASDAQ, the TSX Venture Exchange and Frankfurt Exchange that maintains a 100% owned mill and tailings facility, located near Merritt, British Columbia. It has signed Mining and Milling Profit Share Agreements with high grade gold projects. Nicola's fully permitted mill can process both gold and silver mill feed via gravity and flotation processes.
The Company owns 100% of the New Craigmont Project, a high-grade copper property, which covers an area of over 10,800 hectares along the southern end of the Guichon Batholith and is adjacent to Highland Valley Copper, Canada's largest copper mine. The Company also owns 100% of the Treasure Mountain Property, which includes 30 mineral claims and a mineral lease, spanning an area exceeding 2,200 hectares.
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.
1 Ocean Partners operates in several countries throughout the world. Ocean Partners maintains a strong global network of relationships and contacts in the base metal mining and smelting sector. 2 May 19, 2026 New Release: Link 3 Stockwatch Report: Link 4 May 19, 2026 New Release: Link
What financing did Nicola Mining (NASDAQ: NICM) and Ocean Partners provide to Blue Lagoon Resources on August 10, 2026?
Nicola Mining and Ocean Partners committed a combined $10.0 million in financing to Blue Lagoon Resources. According to Nicola Mining, each party is investing $5.0 million to support development and production ramp-up at the Dome Mountain Gold and Silver Project in British Columbia.
How much is Nicola Mining investing in Blue Lagoon Resources and at what share price?
Nicola Mining is investing $5.0 million into Blue Lagoon through a private placement at $0.60 per share. According to Nicola Mining, this latest transaction results in the acquisition of 8,333,333 Blue Lagoon common shares and builds on a previous $1.0 million investment.
What is Ocean Partners’ total financial commitment to Blue Lagoon Resources after the August 2026 financing?
Ocean Partners’ total commitment to Blue Lagoon Resources now stands at $8.0 million. According to Nicola Mining, this includes the new $5.0 million tranche announced on August 10, 2026, plus a previously announced $3.0 million investment in Blue Lagoon.
What production target at the Dome Mountain project will the new Blue Lagoon financing support?
The financing is intended to help advance mine development toward a targeted 150–200 tonnes per day production rate. According to Nicola Mining, the capital is expected to support ramp-up activities at Blue Lagoon’s Dome Mountain Gold and Silver Project near Smithers, British Columbia.
How does the Blue Lagoon financing relate to Nicola Mining’s Merritt Mill in British Columbia?
The financing is described as strengthening integration between mine development, concentrate marketing, and milling. According to Nicola Mining, its fully permitted Merritt Mill is expected to play an increasingly important role in processing gold and silver material as Blue Lagoon advances production.
What is Nicola Mining’s total disclosed investment in Blue Lagoon Resources after the August 2026 private placement?
Nicola Mining’s total disclosed investment in Blue Lagoon reaches $6.0 million. According to Nicola Mining, this includes a new $5.0 million private placement at $0.60 per share and an earlier $1.0 million strategic investment completed on January 17, 2024.
