Powermax Announces Plans for Phase 1 Exploration Program for the Pinard Project

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Powermax (OTCQB: PWMXF) announced a Phase 1 exploration program for the recently optioned Pinard REE Project in northern Ontario on December 5, 2025. The 5,178 ha property lies ~70 km NNE of Kapuskasing and comprises 255 contiguous claims with all-weather road access.

The program will integrate historical datasets with new fieldwork and includes: desktop GIS compilation, prospecting and mapping, rock/soil/stream geochemical sampling, handheld radiometric surveys, and a helicopter-borne magnetic and gamma-ray survey to refine and prioritize targets for trenching and potential drilling.

News Market Reaction

+2.94%

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+2.94% News Effect

On the day this news was published, PWMXF gained 2.94%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Pinard claims: 255 claims Pinard area: 5,178 ha Distance to Kapuskasing: 70 km +4 more

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Pinard claims 255 claims Pinard REE Property claim count in northern Ontario

Pinard area 5,178 ha Total size of the Pinard REE Property

Distance to Kapuskasing 70 km Pinard located ~70 km NNE of Kapuskasing

Initial cash payment CAD $18,000 Paid on effective date of Pinard option agreement

Initial shares issued 160,000 shares Common shares issued under Pinard option agreement

Total option consideration 320,000 shares & CAD $90,000 Aggregate consideration over three years for Pinard option

NSR buy-down CAD $500,000 Cost to reduce NSR from 1.5% to 1.0% on Pinard project

Market Reality Check

Price: $0.7264 Vol: Volume 244,051 is 2.83x t...

high vol

$0.7264 Last Close

Volume Volume 244,051 is 2.83x the 20-day average of 86,346, indicating elevated interest ahead of the Phase 1 program. high

Technical Price at 1.062 is trading above the 200-day MA of 0.91, reflecting a pre-existing upward trend.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 05 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 05	Phase 1 plan	Positive	+2.9%	Announced systematic Phase 1 exploration at newly optioned Pinard REE project.
Nov 25	Fieldwork completion	Positive	+1.1%	Completed Phase 2 field program at Cameron REE Project with samples submitted.
Nov 18	Geophysical survey	Positive	-1.7%	Completed high-resolution airborne MAG/RAD survey at Atikokan REE Property.
Nov 13	Option payments	Positive	+4.8%	Made initial option payments and shares to acquire Pinard REE project.
Nov 10	Target definition	Positive	-4.3%	Identified high-priority REE targets at Atikokan based on integrated study.

Pattern Detected

News on new exploration phases and project milestones has often seen modest positive alignment, though technical updates at other properties have sometimes led to negative reactions.

Recent Company History

Over the past months, Powermax issued several project-focused updates. On Nov 10 and Nov 18, technical work at the Atikokan REE Property, including targeting and airborne surveys, saw mixed price reactions. On Nov 13, initial milestone payments to option the Pinard REE project were completed. Subsequent Cameron REE Phase 2 exploration and completion updates in late November supported incremental gains. Today’s Pinard Phase 1 plan extends this sequence by outlining systematic early-stage work on the newly optioned property.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement outlines a structured Phase 1 exploration program at the 5,178 ha Pinard REE Prope...

Analysis

This announcement outlines a structured Phase 1 exploration program at the 5,178 ha Pinard REE Property, integrating historical data, field mapping, geochemical sampling, and airborne geophysics to refine drill targets. It follows recent option payments and complements work at other REE assets. Investors may focus on how effectively this program generates high-priority targets and any follow-up trenching or drilling results that clarify the project’s mineral potential.

Key Terms

peralkalic, pegmatite, geochemical sampling, radiometric surveys, +3 more

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peralkalic medical

"The Pinard Intrusive Complex is an alkalic to peralkalic igneous body..."

Peralkalic describes igneous rocks or magmas that contain more alkali metals (sodium and potassium) than aluminum can balance, like a recipe with extra salt compared with another key ingredient. For investors, this matters because such rocks often concentrate unusual or valuable minerals (for example certain rare earths, zirconium or niobium), guiding exploration targets and affecting the type and cost of mineral processing if a deposit is developed.

pegmatite technical

"...to identify and characterize pegmatite zones, mineralized structures..."

A pegmatite is a type of coarse‑grained igneous rock that forms when the last, water‑rich portion of magma cools, often producing very large mineral crystals like a batch of cookie dough with oversized chocolate chips. It matters to investors because pegmatites frequently host concentrations of valuable and strategic minerals (for example lithium, tantalum, and rare earth elements), making them prime exploration targets and potential sources of high‑value mining projects that can affect commodity supply and company valuations.

geochemical sampling technical

"The Phase 1 program will include multi-media geochemical sampling, including:"

Collecting and analyzing small samples of soil, rock, water or sediment to detect chemical traces that reveal the presence, concentration and distribution of minerals or contaminants underground. For investors, it acts like following breadcrumbs: it helps geologists narrow where valuable ore or environmental issues might be, guiding decisions on which exploration projects to fund, how risky a site is, and how much further work or investment may be needed to prove commercial value.

radiometric surveys technical

"Radiometric SurveysHandheld scintillometer surveys will be conducted..."

Radiometric surveys measure natural radioactivity in rocks, soil, water or air using instruments that detect gamma rays, producing maps of where radioactive elements like uranium or thorium are concentrated. For investors, these surveys act like a metal detector for exploration projects: they focus where to drill, influence how much money a company will spend, and can materially affect a project’s value by indicating potential mineral resources or environmental issues that require cleanup.

scintillometer technical

"Handheld scintillometer surveys will be conducted across target areas..."

A scintillometer is an instrument that senses and quantifies tiny flashes of light created when radiation or energetic particles hit a detector, or it can track small variations in light over a distance to measure air turbulence. For investors, scintillometer measurements can reveal hidden risks or opportunities—such as evidence of radioactive contamination, mineral or resource indicators, or environmental conditions that affect operations and regulatory compliance—acting like a remote alarm or spotlight for issues that influence value and legal exposure.

gamma-ray spectrometric survey technical

"a high-resolution helicopter-borne magnetic and gamma-ray spectrometric survey..."

A gamma-ray spectrometric survey is a field measurement that detects and records natural gamma radiation coming from rocks and soil to map their composition and locate radioactive or element-rich zones. For investors, it’s a low-cost exploration tool that helps identify promising areas for minerals like uranium, potash or certain alteration zones before costly drilling—think of it as an aerial or ground “metal detector” that narrows where to dig next.

national instrument 43-101 regulatory

"a Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure..."

National Instrument 43-101 is a set of rules and guidelines that govern how mineral exploration and mining companies must report information about their projects. It ensures that the details shared with investors are accurate, consistent, and reliable—similar to how a detailed, verified blueprint ensures a building’s safety. This helps investors make informed decisions based on trustworthy information about a company's mineral resources.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - December 5, 2025) - Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) (FWB: T23) ("Powermax" or the "Company") is pleased to announce its plans for Phase 1 exploration program for its recently optioned Pinard Project (the "Project"). The Phase 1 program has been designed to integrate historical data with new fieldwork to advance target generation and prioritize areas for follow-up exploration.

The Pinard REE Property is located in northern Ontario, Canada, roughly 70 km north-northeast of the town of Kapuskasing, and is defined by 255 contiguous mining claims spanning a total of 5178 ha. The mining claims and patents can be easily accessed via all-weather access road.

The Pinard Intrusive Complex is an alkalic to peralkalic igneous body, comprising syenitic to granitic phases consistent with other alkaline plutonic systems in the southern Archean Superior Province. Alkaline complexes of this type commonly form in extensional tectonic environments, including rift zones or deep-seated fault structures. Although the Kapuskasing Structural Zone is dominated by exhumed high-grade Archean basement, several alkaline intrusions including Pinard occur within its broader influence. Regionally, the Pinard Complex shares tectonomagmatic similarities with the nearby Clay-Howells Alkaline Complex, located approximately 20 km to the southwest, which hosts a known niobium-REE mineralized system.

Figure 1: Pinard REE Property Location Map

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The Proposed Phase 1 program at the Property will consist of the following components:

Desktop Data Compilation & GIS Modeling

Powermax plans to complete a comprehensive compilation and analysis of all available historical geological, geophysical, and geochemical datasets. These datasets would be integrated into a modern GIS-based exploration platform to refine exploration targets using advanced spatial analysis and radiometric interpretation techniques.

Field Prospecting & Geological Mapping

Systematic field prospecting and detailed geological mapping will be conducted across priority target areas to identify and characterize pegmatite zones, mineralized structures, lithological contacts, and alteration patterns.

Geochemical Sampling

The Phase 1 program will include multi-media geochemical sampling, including:

• Rock sampling of outcrops and mineralized occurrences
• Soil sampling across defined target grids
• Stream sediment sampling within key drainage catchments

Sampling results will be used to vector toward areas of potential mineralization and refine exploration targets.

Radiometric Surveys

Handheld scintillometer surveys will be conducted across target areas to detect radiometric anomalies and associated pathfinder elements in support of target delineation.

Airborne Geophysical Survey

Powermax is planning a high-resolution helicopter-borne magnetic and gamma-ray spectrometric survey over key portions of the Project area. The airborne survey is expected to assist in identifying structural trends, lithological boundaries, and radiometric anomalies associated with prospective mineralization.

"The Phase 1 program at Pinard is designed to rapidly advance our technical understanding of the Project by combining historical datasets with modern exploration techniques," said Paul Gorman, CEO of Powermax. "This systematic approach will allow us to efficiently identify and prioritize high-quality targets for follow-up work."

The Phase 1 exploration program is intended to integrate historical and newly acquired field data to generate and rank priority targets for subsequent advanced exploration programs, including trenching and potential drilling.

Qualified Person

The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Afzaal Pirzada, P.Geo., who is a director of the Company and a Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.

On Behalf of the Board of Directors

Paul Gorman, CEO & Director
Email: info@powermaxminerals.com
Website: www.powermaxminerals.com
Tel: (416) 768-6101

About Powermax Minerals Inc.

Powermax Minerals Inc. is a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on advancing rare earth element projects. The Company holds an option to acquire the Cameron REE Property, comprising three mineral claims totaling approximately 2,984 hectares in British Columbia. Powermax also optioned to acquire the Atikokan REE Property, consisting of 455 unpatented mining claims in NW Ontario. Powermax also optioned to acquire the 5178 hectare Pinard REE in Northern Ontario. Powermax also owns a 100% interest in the Ogden Bear Lodge Project, in Crook County, Wyoming.

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release may contain 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions of management and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding potential mineralization, exploration plans, timing of activities, and future exploration results. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Powermax Minerals Inc. disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws.

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Market Regulator (as defined in CSE policies) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

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FAQ

What work does Powermax (PWMXF) plan for the Phase 1 Pinard exploration program announced December 5, 2025?

Powermax plans desktop GIS compilation, field prospecting and mapping, rock/soil/stream geochemical sampling, handheld radiometric surveys, and a helicopter-borne magnetic and gamma-ray survey.

Where is the Pinard REE Project that Powermax (PWMXF) optioned located?

The Pinard REE Property is in northern Ontario, roughly 70 km north-northeast of Kapuskasing, covering 5,178 hectares across 255 contiguous claims.

What is the exploration objective of Powermax's Phase 1 program at Pinard (PWMXF)?

The objective is to integrate historical and new data to generate, refine and rank priority targets for follow-up trenching and potential drilling.

Will Powermax (PWMXF) conduct airborne surveys during Phase 1 at Pinard and what will they target?

Yes; Powermax plans a high-resolution helicopter-borne magnetic and gamma-ray spectrometric survey to identify structural trends, lithological boundaries, and radiometric anomalies.

Who reviewed the technical information for Powermax's Pinard announcement (PWMXF)?

The technical information was reviewed and approved by Afzaal Pirzada, P.Geo., a director and a Qualified Person under NI 43-101.