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NorthWest Copper Corp. (NWCCF, TSX-V: NWST) is a copper-gold exploration and development company with projects in British Columbia, Canada. Its news flow is heavily focused on technical and corporate updates related to its flagship Kwanika project and its broader portfolio, which also includes Kwanika-Stardust, Lorraine-Top Cat and East Niv.
Recent news releases provide detailed drill results from the Kwanika project, where NorthWest reports multiple higher-grade copper-gold intercepts in the Pit, Central and Western Zones. These updates often include specific intervals, copper and gold grades, copper equivalent calculations, and interpretations of structural controls on mineralization. The company also reports on its Target Model for Kwanika, which emphasizes higher-grade zones that could be relevant for open pit and underground mining methods.
Beyond drilling results, NorthWest’s news includes information on metallurgical test work, quality assurance and quality control procedures, and geological interpretations that refine its understanding of the deposit. Corporate announcements, such as the results of annual general meetings, amalgamation of subsidiaries and share issuances related to property payments or debt settlements, also appear in the company’s news stream.
Investors and observers following NorthWest Copper Corp. can use this news page to review the company’s technical progress at Kwanika, its approach to defining higher-grade copper-gold zones, and its corporate developments. Regular updates provide context on how the company is advancing its exploration and development strategy within its British Columbia project pipeline.
On January 16, 2023, NorthWest Copper (OTCQX: NWCCF) reported significant results from its 2022 Kwanika drilling program. The highlight is hole K-22-255, which yielded 399.80 metres at 1.01% copper equivalent (CuEq), featuring multiple high-grade intervals. Notable intersections include 23.40 metres at 2.51% CuEq and 151.00 metres at 1.55 g/t gold. The ongoing drilling program aims to expand mineralization and identify higher-grade zones, with seven holes still pending assays. CEO Peter Bell indicated that the results underscore Kwanika's robust mineralizing system and potential for future revenue generation.
NorthWest Copper Corp. has released a preliminary economic assessment (2023 PEA) for its Kwanika-Stardust Project. This project, which includes the Kwanika and Stardust deposits, indicates a robust economic outlook with a peak copper equivalent production of 152.1 million pounds annually. Key metrics include a US$438.5 million initial capital cost, NPV (7%) of C$440.1 million, and an IRR of 12.7% after tax. The project aims to utilize nearby infrastructure and renewable energy while collaborating with First Nations to minimize environmental impacts.
NorthWest Copper announces the appointment of Tyler Caswell as Vice President Exploration, effective immediately. With over 18 years of mineral exploration experience in regions including British Columbia and internationally, Caswell has been integral to NorthWest since its merger with Sun Metals. He aims to advance the company’s copper-gold projects while fostering partnerships with First Nations. Additionally, NorthWest is nearing completion of a preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for its Kwanika-Stardust project, with results expected in January 2023.
NorthWest Copper (NWCCF) reports significant findings from its 2022 East Niv exploration program, revealing a large area of high-grade copper mineralization. From 206 surface rock samples, 48 reported over 0.10% Cu, with 11 exceeding 1.00% Cu, reaching a maximum of 6.55% Cu. The exploration follows a successful 2021 copper-gold discovery, involving extensive geological mapping and sampling, aimed at expanding known mineralization. Future drill results are anticipated, with a focus on unexplored areas showing strong copper, silver, and gold potential.
NorthWest Copper has announced positive drilling results from the 2022 Stardust program, focusing on the 421-Canyon Creek Skarn zone. Key highlights include drill hole DDH22-SD-478D, yielding 44.20 meters of 1.31% CuEq, featuring intervals of 2.41% CuEq and a remarkable 16.64% CuEq over 1.55 meters. Additionally, DDH22-SD-476M showed 75.95 meters at 0.98% CuEq, with a peak of 9.30% CuEq. These results indicate strong mineralization and support ongoing resource classification and expansion efforts. A preliminary economic assessment is expected to be completed in Q4 2022.
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NorthWest Copper announced positive drill results from four holes at the Kwanika Deposit's Central Zone. Highlights include: K-22-237: 364.20 metres of 0.27% CuEq, including 24.55 metres of 0.86% CuEq. K-22-238: 167.85 metres of 0.32% CuEq. These results confirm strong mineralization continuity and could enhance the project's value. The company plans to release further drilling results soon. Overall, these findings support the potential for resource expansion at Kwanika.
NorthWest Copper has released promising drill results from hole K-22-242 in the Kwanika Central Zone. The hole yielded significant intervals of copper equivalent (CuEq), including 304.20 meters of 0.79% CuEq and notable sections of high-grade mineralization. Key highlights include 154.70 meters of 1.16% CuEq and 36.70 meters of 2.07% CuEq. This continues to demonstrate the strong mineralization potential of the Kwanika project, with consistent high-grade results and lateral continuity of the mineralization. The 2022 drilling program consists of 30 holes, with assay results pending for additional holes.
NorthWest Copper (NWCCF) announced the third set of assays from its 2022 drill program at Kwanika, showcasing high-grade mineralization. Key findings include:
- K-22-234: 87.70m of 0.86% CuEq, with 23.95m of 2.18% CuEq.
- K-22-239: 222.00m of 0.31% CuEq.
- K-22-241: 305.75m of 0.29% CuEq.
These results highlight the continuity and expansion potential of the Kwanika resource. The company is advancing its exploration efforts with further results expected from multiple projects.
NorthWest Copper Corp. (NWCCF) has filed an updated independent Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) for its Lorraine property, located in British Columbia. The new MRE was disclosed in a previous release dated July 27, 2022, and is detailed in a Technical Report effective June 30, 2022. Authored by qualified geoscientists, the report is available on SEDAR and the Company’s website. NorthWest Copper aims to advance its projects responsibly and recognizes the importance of collaboration with First Nations. This positions the company to benefit from a strengthening copper market.