XXIX Begins Drilling at Opemiska's Saddle Zone

Rhea-AI Summary

XXIX Metal Corp has initiated a significant 20-hole drill program at the Saddle Zone within the Opemiska open pit. The program builds on previous successful scout drilling that yielded an impressive 5.94% Copper Equivalent intersection over 11 metres. This strategic drilling initiative aims to expand the high-grade copper resource at Opemiska, as outlined in the 2024 Mineral Resource Estimate, with objectives to convert waste to ore, add a minable zone, and increase tonnage.

Positive

• High-grade copper intersection of 5.94% Cu Eq over 11m
• 20-hole expansion drilling program commenced
• Potential to convert waste to ore and increase resource

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• None.

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Highlights

• XXIX has commenced its 20-Hole Drill Program at Saddle Zone aiming to expand Opemiska's high-grade copper resource.
• Drill program is following up on its 5.94% Copper Over 11m intersection at the Saddle Zone.
• Aim to convert waste to ore, add a minable zone, and increase tonnage

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 26, 2025) - XXIX Metal Corp‎. (TSXV: XXIX) (OTCQB: QCCUF) (FSE: 5LW0) ("XXIX" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has commenced its 20-hole drill program at the Saddle Zone, a key target within the Opemiska open pit.

This drill program follows up on the success of the initial scout drilling at the Saddle Zone, which saw an impressive intersection of 5.94% Copper Equivalent over 11 metres. This drill program is designed to expand on the high-grade zone within the Opemiska open pit, as defined in the 2024 Mineral Resource Estimate, and focus on XXIX's new interpretation of the mineralization at the Saddle Zone, as detailed in the Company's February 10, 2025 news release.

About XXIX Metal Corp‎.

XXIX is advancing its Opemiska and Thierry Copper projects, two significant Canadian copper assets. The Opemiska Project, Canada's highest-grade copper resource, spans 13,000 hectares in Quebec's Chapais-Chibougamau region, with strong infrastructure and nearby access to the Horne Smelter. A January 2024 resource update reported a 16% increase in contained Copper Equivalent (CuEq) and a 10% grade boost, including 87.3 million tonnes at 0.93% CuEq (Measured & Indicated) and additional out-of-pit resources. The Thierry Project hosts two past-producing ore bodies, one of which was mined underground for six years, producing 5.8Mt @ 1.13% Cu, 0.14% Ni between 1976 - 1982 by UMEX Inc. Historically, the copper concentrate was shipped to the Horne Smelter in Rouyn-Noranda, QC. Significant infrastructure is already in place, with the Thierry property accessible via an all-season road, an airport within 5km, a provincial power grid within 8km, and nearby rail. With these two high-potential projects, the Company has solidified its position as a key player in the Canadian copper sector and has established itself as one of Eastern Canada's largest copper developers.

QP Statement

The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Denis McNichols, P.Geo and géo., Exploration Manager for XXIX Metal, a Qualified Person, as defined in "National Instrument 43-101, Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects

For further information, please contact:

Stephen Stewart, Chief Executive Officer
Phone: 416.644.1567
Email: info@oregroup.ca

Forward Looking Statements

This news release contains forward-looking statements. When used in this document, the words "may", "would", ‎‎"could", "will", "intend", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "seek", "propose", "estimate", "expect", and similar expressions ‎are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect the Company's current views with ‎respect to future events and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Many factors could cause ‎the Company's actual results, performance or achievements to vary from those described in this news release. ‎Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying forward-looking ‎statements prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in this news release as ‎intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Specific forward-looking statements in this news ‎release include, but are not limited to, statements pertaining to ‎the commencement of trading of the Common Shares on the TSXV under the new name and new stock ticker. The Company's actual results could differ materially from ‎those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of the risk factors set forth above and elsewhere ‎in this news release. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified in their ‎entirety by this cautionary statement. These statements are given only as of the date of this news release. The ‎Company does not assume any obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect new ‎information, subsequent events or otherwise, except as required by law.‎

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.

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/242395

FAQ

What are the key objectives of XXIX's new drilling program at the Saddle Zone (QCCUF)?

The program aims to expand high-grade copper resources, convert waste to ore, add a minable zone, and increase tonnage, following a 5.94% Copper Equivalent intersection.

What was the significant copper intersection discovered in XXIX's initial scout drilling at Saddle Zone?

The initial scout drilling revealed a 5.94% Copper Equivalent intersection over 11 metres.

How many drill holes are planned in XXIX's current Saddle Zone program?

XXIX has commenced a 20-hole drill program at the Saddle Zone.

When did XXIX Metal Corp (QCCUF) announce their new interpretation of Saddle Zone mineralization?

XXIX announced their new interpretation of the Saddle Zone mineralization on February 10, 2025.