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Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (PZG) is a U.S.-based precious metals exploration and development company with a portfolio of gold and silver projects, and its news flow centers on project milestones, permitting progress and corporate decisions. The company holds 100% interests in the Grassy Mountain Gold Project in Oregon and the Sleeper and Bald Peak projects in Nevada, and its updates often detail how these assets are advancing through technical studies and regulatory processes.
A significant portion of Paramount’s recent news has focused on the Grassy Mountain Gold Project. Releases describe state-level milestones under Oregon’s consolidated mining permitting framework, including approval of mining, processing and closure scenarios and the publication of a draft consolidated permit package. At the federal level, news items highlight the project’s inclusion in the FAST-41 program, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management’s Draft Environmental Impact Statement, and anticipated steps in the NEPA review process.
Investors following PZG news can also expect announcements related to local permitting decisions in Malheur County, such as extensions of the Conditional Use Permit and Sage Grouse Permit, as well as corporate updates on feasibility study work and evaluations of opportunities at the Sleeper Gold Project. Governance and capital markets developments, including Annual General Meeting results, amendments to stock incentive plans and controlled equity offering activity, are reported through both press releases and Form 8-K filings.
This news page aggregates these company-specific updates in one place, allowing readers to review Paramount Gold Nevada’s project developments, regulatory milestones and corporate actions as disclosed in its public communications.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (NYSE American: PZG) has initiated a drilling program at its Frost project, located 12 miles from the Grassy Mountain gold project in Oregon. Permits were obtained in April 2021, allowing for a 15-hole reverse circulation program totaling 9,000 feet to explore the potential of the Frost site. The proximity to the Grassy Mountain project could enhance project economics by allowing mineralized material to be processed at Grassy. Historical drilling indicated significant gold and silver grades, presenting a promising opportunity for resource expansion.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (NYSE American: PZG) has announced the acquisition of a 100% interest in the Bald Peak Project, located in Nevada. The purchase, valued at $300,000, outlines a timeline for payments including $20,000 at closing and subsequent payments tied to drilling permits. The Bald Peak Project, part of a prolific mining district, shows high-grade surface rock samples exceeding 8 g/T gold. Paramount plans to conduct geological surveys to identify drilling targets, bolstering its precious metals portfolio.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (NYSE American: PZG) announced that the Malheur County Planning Commission has approved a two-year extension for the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the Grassy Mountain underground mine in Oregon, now valid through May 2023. This permit is crucial for starting construction on the mine, alongside federal and state permits. The approval follows significant community support highlighting job creation and investment in the area. CEO Rachel Goldman expressed optimism regarding the ongoing support and the project's advancement towards production.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp (NYSE American: PZG) announced promising assay results from two new core holes at its Grassy Mountain gold mine in Oregon. Drilling outside the current mineral reserve area revealed gold grades, with GM19-37 returning up to 2.56 g/T gold and an average of 0.4 g/T over a significant width. Meanwhile, GM19-38 intercepted 0.98 g/T gold. These results suggest previously considered waste material may now be processed, enhancing project economics as the company approaches a construction decision.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (PZG) has acquired 152 lode claims, totaling approximately 3,100 acres, from South Sleeper Resources LLC for $350,000. This acquisition enhances Paramount's land position in the Sleeper district to over 40,000 acres, strategically located near the former high-grade producing Sleeper Gold Mine. The claims, previously owned by various Nevada companies, showed gold values up to 9.48 g/T in prior drilling but were not fully evaluated. Exploration and drilling programs are set to launch this summer, aiming to assess the newly acquired claims and potentially unlock additional value.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (NYSE American: PZG) announced receiving all necessary permits for exploratory drilling at the Frost Project in Eastern Oregon. The 15-hole drill program is expected to commence in June 2021. Frost comprises 84 claims covering approximately 1,730 acres near the Grassy Mountain gold mine. The historic drilling data suggests high-grade gold and silver, indicating potential for economic mineralized material. This drilling campaign aims to extend the mine life and improve project economics as detailed in the Grassy Feasibility Study.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (PZG) announced the acceptance of the Wildlife Resources Baseline Data Report for the Grassy Mountain gold mine in Oregon, a milestone in its permitting process. CEO Rachel Goldman highlighted that this step follows previous approvals, enabling progress toward required regulatory approvals. With 20 baseline reports accepted, further submissions are planned, including groundwater and geochemistry reports. The company anticipates submitting a revised Consolidated Permit Application by summer 2021, building on a positive Feasibility Study completed in September 2020.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (PZG) held its annual stockholder meeting on December 10, 2020, with 62.22% of shares voting. Seven directors were elected, including Rudi Fronk and Glen Van Treek. The meeting also ratified MNP LLP as independent accountants for FY 2021, with 98.83% approval. Additionally, stockholders voted to increase authorized shares from 50 million to 200 million, achieving 85.54% approval. Overall, the meeting reflects strong shareholder engagement and support for the company's future endeavors.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (PZG) announced plans to evaluate restarting the historic Sleeper Mine in response to rising gold prices. Previously, the mine produced 1.7 million ounces of gold at costs below $400 per ounce. Current resources at the site include 3 million ounces of measured and indicated gold and 1.5 million ounces inferred, along with significant silver resources. A comprehensive review of existing data will be conducted by Mine Development Associates to identify prospective drill targets and assess processing options, with drilling expected to commence in H1 2021.
Paramount Gold Nevada Corp. (PZG) has filed a National Instrument 43-101 Technical Report on the Feasibility Study for its Grassy Mountain Gold Project in Oregon. The report outlines robust economics with an annual production of 47,000 ounces of gold and 55,000 ounces of silver. It highlights low cash costs of $584 and AISC of $672 per ounce of gold produced. The after-tax IRR is 26.0% at a base gold price of $1,472, and a net present value (NPV) of $105 million at a 5% discount rate.