QIMC's U.S. Special Purpose Vehicle, Orvian Secures Strategic 12,000-Acre Land Package in North Minnesota for Clean Natural Hydrogen Development
Quebec Innovative Materials (OTCQB:QIMCF) has announced that its U.S. subsidiary Orvian Natural Resources has secured a strategic 12,000-acre land package in Minnesota's Mesabi Iron Range district through an agreement with RGGS Land and Minerals Ltd. The acquisition positions QIMC at the forefront of clean natural hydrogen exploration in North America.
The company also announced the appointment of André Turmel as Executive Chairman, bringing over 25 years of renewable energy sector experience. Turmel, a former senior partner at Fasken LLP, has extensive expertise in energy law and the hydrogen sector, serving on the Board of Hydrogène Québec.
Quebec Innovative Materials (OTCQB:QIMCF) ha annunciato che la sua controllata statunitense Orvian Natural Resources ha assicurato un pacchetto territoriale strategico di 12.000 acri nella regione Mesabi Iron Range del Minnesota, tramite un accordo con RGGS Land and Minerals Ltd. L'acquisizione posiziona QIMC in prima linea nell'esplorazione di idrogeno naturale pulito in Nord America.
La società ha inoltre annunciato la nomina di André Turmel come Executive Chairman, portando oltre 25 anni di esperienza nel settore delle energie rinnovabili. Turmel, ex socio senior presso Fasken LLP, possiede una vasta competenza in diritto energetico e nel settore dell'idrogeno, ed è membro del consiglio di Hydrogène Québec.
Quebec Innovative Materials (OTCQB:QIMCF) ha anunciado que su filial estadounidense Orvian Natural Resources ha asegurado un paquete de tierras de 12.000 acres en la región Mesabi Iron Range de Minnesota, mediante un acuerdo con RGGS Land and Minerals Ltd. La adquisición coloca a QIMC a la vanguardia de la exploración de hidrógeno natural limpio en Norteamérica.
La empresa también anunció la designación de André Turmel como Executive Chairman, aportando más de 25 años de experiencia en el sector de energías renovables. Turmel, antiguo socio sénior en Fasken LLP, posee amplia experiencia en derecho energético y en el sector del hidrógeno, y forma parte de la Junta de Hydrogène Québec.
Quebec Innovative Materials (OTCQB:QIMCF) 은 미국 자회사인 Orvian Natural Resources 가 RGGS Land and Minerals Ltd. 와의 계약을 통해 미네소타주 Mesabi Iron Range 지역에 전략적 12,000에이커의 토지 패키지를 확보했다고 발표했습니다. 이 인수로 QIMC 는 북미의 청정 천연 수소 탐사에서 선두에 서게 됩니다.
또한 회사는 André Turmel 을 Executive Chairman으로 임명했다고 발표했으며, 재생 에너지 분야에서 25년이 넘는 경력을 제공합니다. Turmel 은 Fasken LLP 의 전 수석 파트너로서 에너지 법 및 수소 분야에 대한 폭넓은 전문 지식을 보유하고 있으며 Hydrogène Québec 이사회에 재직 중입니다.
Quebec Innovative Materials (OTCQB:QIMCF) a annoncé que sa filiale américaine Orvian Natural Resources a sécurisé un paquet foncier stratégique de 12 000 acres dans le district Mesabi Iron Range du Minnesota, par voie d'un accord avec RGGS Land and Minerals Ltd. Cette acquisition place QIMC en première ligne de l'exploration de l'hydrogène naturel propre en Amérique du Nord.
La société a également annoncé la nomination de André Turmel au poste de Executive Chairman, apportant plus de 25 ans d'expérience dans le secteur des énergies renouvelables. Turmel, ancien associé principal chez Fasken LLP, possède une vaste expertise en droit de l'énergie et dans le secteur de l'hydrogène, et siège au conseil d'Hydrogène Québec.
Quebec Innovative Materials (OTCQB:QIMCF) hat angekündigt, dass seine US-Tochter Orvian Natural Resources durch eine Vereinbarung mit RGGS Land and Minerals Ltd. ein strategisches >12.000 Acre< Landpaket im Mesabi Iron Range Bezirk in Minnesota gesichert hat. Die Übernahme positioniert QIMC an der Spitze der Erforschung von sauberem natürlichem Wasserstoff in Nordamerika.
Das Unternehmen kündigte außerdem die Ernennung von André Turmel zum Executive Chairman an, der über mehr als 25 Jahre Erfahrung im Bereich erneuerbare Energien verfügt. Turmel, ehemaliger Senior Partner bei Fasken LLP, verfügt über umfassende Expertise im Energierecht und im Wasserstoffsektor und ist Mitglied des Vorstands von Hydrogène Québec.
Quebec Innovative Materials (OTCQB:QIMCF) أعلنت أن شركتها الأمريكية التابعة Orvian Natural Resources قد وقّعت عقداً مع RGGS Land and Minerals Ltd. لتأمين حزمة أراضٍ استراتيجية من 12,000 فدان في منطقة Mesabi Iron Range بولاية Minnesota. وتضع هذه الصفقة QIMC في طليعة استكشاف الهيدروجين الطبيعي النظيف في أمريكا الشمالية.
كما أعلنت الشركة عن تعيين أندري Turmel رئيساً تنفيذيّاً مجلسياً، مع ما يزيد على 25 عاماً من الخبرة في قطاع الطاقة المتجددة. Turmel، وهو شريك سابق في Fasken LLP، يمتلك خبرة واسعة في قانون الطاقة وفي قطاع الهيدروجين، وهو عضو في مجلس Hydrogène Québec.
Quebec Innovative Materials (OTCQB:QIMCF) 宣布，其美国子公司 Orvian Natural Resources 已通过与 RGGS Land and Minerals Ltd. 的协议，在明尼苏达州 Mesabi Iron Range 地区获得一块 12,000 英亩的战略土地。此次收购使 QIMC 在北美清洁天然氢气勘探中处于前沿。
公司还宣布任命 André Turmel 为执行主席，带来超过 25 年的可再生能源领域经验。Turmel 曾是 Fasken LLP 的高级合伙人，在能源法与氢气领域具有广泛经验，现任 Hydrogène Québec 董事会成员。
- Strategic acquisition of 12,000 acres in the resource-rich Mesabi Iron Range
- Positioning as a leader in North American clean natural hydrogen exploration
- Appointment of experienced Executive Chairman with 25+ years in renewable energy
- Strong partnerships with RGGS Land and Minerals and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
- Early-stage exploration project with no proven hydrogen resources yet
- Potential regulatory and development challenges in a new energy frontier
Montreal, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - September 15, 2025) - Quebec Innovative Materials Corp. (CSE: QIMC) (OTCQB: QIMCF) (FSE: 7FJ) ("QIMC" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that its U.S. special purpose vehicle, Orvian Natural Resources I LLC ("Orvian"), has successfully acquired a key land package of over 12,000 acres in the world-renowned Mesabi Iron Range district of Minnesota. Secured through a prospecting agreement with RGGS Land and Minerals Ltd, this acquisition strengthens QIMC's position at the leader of clean natural hydrogen exploration and development in North America.
The Mesabi Iron Range, historically recognized for its iron ore production, is increasingly viewed as highly prospective for natural hydrogen resources. This acquisition positions Orvian and QIMC at the forefront of the emerging US clean natural hydrogen sector.
"Securing such a significant land package in the Mesabi Iron Range is a milestone achievement for Orvian and QIMC," said John Karagiannidis, CEO of Quebec Innovative Materials. "We firmly believe clean natural hydrogen will play a transformative role in the global clean energy markets, and this acquisition provides us with a strong foothold in a highly prospective region. We are excited to advance development with Orvian, RGGS, and the State of Minnesota."
As part of this initiative, John Karagiannidis, CEO of QIMC and Pr. Marc Richer-LaFlèche of INRS (Institut national de la recherche scientific) spent several days in Minnesota last week, meeting with stakeholders and visiting the of region. The Company extends its gratitude to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for their warm hospitality and support during this visit.
"We are proud to be advancing this opportunity alongside QIMC through our partnership in Orvian," said Jorge Ruiz del Vizo, senior partner of Black Tree Energy. "Natural hydrogen represents one of the most exciting frontiers in the global energy markets, and Minnesota's Mesabi Range provides an exceptional foundation for long-term success. Together with RGGS and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, we look forward to unlocking the clean energy potential of this district and beyond."
"We are also looking forward to building strong working relationships not only in Minnesota, but also in other U.S. states as we continue to collaborate with RGGS and expand our clean hydrogen initiatives," added John Karagiannidis, president of QIMC.
Corporate Update
Quebec Innovative Materials Corp. is also pleased to announce the appointment of André Turmel as Executive Chairman. Mr. Turmel brings over 25 years of experience in the renewable energy sector to his new role. He has been a senior partner at Fasken LLP, one of Canada's largest law firms, where he specialized in energy, natural resources, and climate change law, and has been recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada in Energy Law since 2006. At Fasken, Mr. Turmel co-led the firm's Global Energy Group. He has served as Chair of the Canadian Bar Association - National Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Law Section and as Chair of the Foundation of the Partners of the Biosphere of Montreal (Water, Ecosystem and Climate Change Museum of Environment Canada).
Mr. Turmel has extensive knowledge of North American energy markets and has negotiated and been involved in numerous energy-related transactions in Canada and abroad. In recent years, he has focused on the hydrogen sector, collaborating with developers and governments. A frequent speaker and author on energy and climate change issues, Mr. Turmel also serves on the Board of Hydrogène Québec and is a member of its Executive Committee. He is a member of the Québec Bar and holds an LL.B. from Université de Sherbrooke, an LL.M. and B.Sc. from Université de Montréal.
About Quebec Innovative Materials Corp. (QIMC)
Québec Innovative Materials Corp. is a mineral exploration and development company dedicated to exploring and harnessing the potential of North America's abundant resources. With properties in Ontario, Québec, Nova Scotia and Minnesota (US), QIMC is focused on specializing in the exploration of white (natural) hydrogen and high-grade silica deposits. QIMC is committed to sustainable practices and innovation. With a focus on environmental stewardship and cutting-edge extraction technology, we aim to unlock the full potential of these materials to drive forward clean energy solutions to power the AI and carbon-neutral economy and contribute to a more sustainable future.
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