Osisko Development Reports Contractor Fatality at the Cariboo Gold Project
Osisko Development (NYSE: ODV) reported that on January 22, 2026 a contractor at surface suffered a fatal injury at the Cariboo Gold Project in central British Columbia.
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Osisko Development (NYSE: ODV) reported that on January 22, 2026 a contractor at surface suffered a fatal injury at the Cariboo Gold Project in central British Columbia. The company notified authorities and said an investigation is underway. Activities at the Project have been temporarily suspended to allow the investigation. The company expressed condolences and said it will provide further information as appropriate.
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- Notified appropriate authorities promptly
- Investigation formally initiated following the incident
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- Contractor fatality on Jan 22, 2026
- Project activities temporarily suspended to allow investigation
- Potential operational disruption at the Cariboo Gold Project
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News Market Reaction – ODV
On Jan 23, the day this news came out, ODV closed 0.26% below the previous close.
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Historical Context
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Reported Cariboo infill drilling with high-grade intercepts and program progress.
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Launched fully-funded 70,000 m exploration drill program at Cariboo Gold Project.
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Agreed to sell non-core San Antonio project for Axo shares and contingent payments.
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Reported Q3 2025 results with strong cash, financings and Cariboo development progress.
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Appointed experienced Vice President, Exploration to bolster Cariboo-focused team.
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MONTREAL, Jan. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Osisko Development Corp. (NYSE: ODV, TSXV: ODV) ("Osisko Development" or the "Company") regrets to report that on January 22, 2026, a contractor working at surface suffered a fatal injury following an isolated incident at the Cariboo Gold Project (the "Project"), located in central British Columbia ("B.C."), Canada.
The Company promptly notified appropriate authorities, and an investigation of the incident is underway.
Sean Roosen, Chairman and CEO, stated: "We are deeply saddened by this tragic accident and extend our heartfelt condolences and support to our colleague's family, friends and coworkers during this difficult time. The health, safety and wellbeing of all employees and contractors working at the Project is our highest priority."
Activities at the Project have been temporarily suspended to allow for an investigation.
The Company will provide further information in due course, as appropriate.
ABOUT OSISKO DEVELOPMENT CORP.
Osisko Development Corp. is a continental North American gold development company focused on past-producing mining camps located in mining friendly jurisdictions with district scale potential. The Company's objective is to become an intermediate gold producer by advancing its flagship permitted
For further information, visit our website at www.osiskodev.com or contact:
| Sean Roosen | Philip Rabenok |
| Chairman and CEO | Vice President, Investor Relations |
| Email:sroosen@osiskodev.com | Email:prabenok@osiskodev.com |
| Tel: +1 (514) 940-0685 | Tel: +1 (437) 423-3644 |
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 news release. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.
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