Quebec Innovative Materials Corp. and DiagnaMed Holdings Corp. Sign Memorandum of Understanding with Témiscamingue First Nation to Advance Natural Hydrogen Development Along the Ontario-Quebec Hydrogen Corridor

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Quebec Innovative Materials (CSE: QIMC / OTCQB: QIMCF) and DiagnaMed signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Témiscamingue First Nation on October 8, 2025 to advance natural hydrogen development along the Ontario‑Quebec hydrogen corridor in the Lake Témiscamingue region.

The MOU formalizes cooperation around respect for TFN rights and culture, integration of Aboriginal Traditional Knowledge for environmental stewardship, and economic participation via employment, contracting and training. It also commits QIMC and DMED to in‑kind support and quarterly meetings to review exploration, employment and environmental initiatives.

Montreal, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - October 8, 2025) - Quebec Innovative Materials Corp. (CSE: QIMC) (OTCQB: QIMCF) (FSE: 7FJ) ("QIMC" or the "Company") with DiagnaMed Holdings Corp. (CSE: DMED) ("DMED") and the Témiscamingue First Nation ("TFN") to strengthen their long-standing collaboration and advance natural hydrogen development along the Ontario-Quebec hydrogen corridor in the Lake Témiscamingue region, within TFN's traditional hunting and cultural territory spanning northwestern Quebec and Ontario.

This agreement builds upon a partnership between QIMC and TFN that began with the initial natural hydrogen discoveries in the Témiscamingue area. Since the early stages of exploration, QIMC and TFN have worked closely together in the field - sharing knowledge, integrating traditional land use insights, and building technical expertise and local capacity in the emerging field of natural hydrogen development.

The new MOU formalizes this evolving relationship and establishes a framework for continued cooperation, transparency, and shared benefit.

Framework for Collaboration

The agreement is grounded in key principles of partnership, including:

• Respect for Rights and Culture: Recognition of TFN's deep cultural, historical, and spiritual connection to the lands and waters surrounding Lake Témiscamingue.

• Environmental Stewardship: Integration of TFN's Aboriginal Traditional Knowledge (ATK) into project planning, environmental monitoring, and impact mitigation.

• Economic Participation: Creation of employment, contracting, and training opportunities for TFN members.

Financial and Community Commitments

Under the MOU, QIMC and DMED will support TFN's participation in consultation, monitoring, and community engagement for exploration and development projects.

QIMC and DMED will also provide in-kind support for TFN community projects, such as equipment, materials, and technical assistance, and will continue to hold quarterly meetings with TFN leadership to review exploration progress, employment outcomes, and environmental initiatives.

A Partnership Built on Trust

"We are extremely proud of the collaborative relationship we've built with the Témiscamingue First Nation over the past year," said John Karagiannidis, President and CEO of Quebec Innovative Materials Corp. "From the earliest stages of our natural hydrogen discoveries in the Lake Témiscamingue region, TFN has been an essential partner working with us in the field, sharing traditional knowledge, and helping develop a deeper understanding of natural clean hydrogen. This MOU reflects our shared commitment to responsible development, environmental protection, and economic inclusion within the Ontario-Quebec hydrogen corridor."

Témiscamingue First Nation's collaboration with QIMC has grown steadily since the beginning of natural hydrogen exploration in traditional hunting and cultural territory. Through respect, dialogue, and knowledge-sharing, QIMC and DMED have built a relationship founded on trust and mutual benefit. This agreement marks another step forward in ensuring that hydrogen development proceeds responsibly and in a way that reflects all our values and principles.

About Témiscamingue First Nation (TFN)

The Témiscamingue First Nation, located in Notre-Dame-du-Nord, Quebec, is an Algonquin (Anishinaabe) community whose traditional territory spans northwestern Quebec and Ontario around Lake Témiscamingue. TFN is dedicated to the protection of its lands, culture, and environment while promoting sustainable economic development and community well-being.

About DiagnaMed Holdings Corp. (DMED)

DiagnaMed Holdings Corp. (CSE: DMED) (OTCQB: DGNMF) is a Canadian technology company that delivers innovative solutions for the clean tech and life sciences industries. Visit DiagnaMed.com

About Quebec Innovative Materials Corp. (QIMC)

Quebec 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, Quebec, 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.

For more information please contact:

QUÉBEC INNOVATIVE MATERIALS CORP.
John Karagiannidis
Chief Executive Officer

Email: info@qimaterials.com
Tel: +1 514-726-7058

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Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements". Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Québec Innovative Materials' actual results, performance or achievements, or developments in the industry to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "believes," "intends," "estimates," "projects," "potential" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will," "would," "may," "could" or "should" occur.

Although Québec Innovative Materials believes the forward-looking information contained in this news release is reasonable based on information available on the date hereof, by their nature, forward-looking statements involve assumptions, known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements, or other future events, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.

Examples of such assumptions, risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, assumptions, risks and uncertainties associated with general economic conditions in Canada and abroad; adverse industry events; future legislative and regulatory developments in the natural resources sector, in particular as regards the regulation of white (natural) hydrogen exploration, development and exploitation; the Company's ability to access sufficient capital from internal and external sources, and/or inability to access sufficient capital on favorable terms; natural resources industry and markets in Canada and generally; the ability of Québec Innovative Materials to implement its business strategies; competition; and other assumptions, risks and uncertainties.

The forward-looking information contained in this news release represents the expectations of the Company as of the date of this news release and, accordingly, is subject to change after such date. Readers should not place undue importance on forward-looking information and should not rely upon this information as of any other date. While the Company may elect to, it does not undertake to update this information at any particular time except as required in accordance with applicable laws.

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FAQ

What did Quebec Innovative Materials (QIMCF) announce on October 8, 2025 regarding natural hydrogen?

QIMC and DiagnaMed signed an MOU with Témiscamingue First Nation to advance natural hydrogen development along the Ontario‑Quebec hydrogen corridor near Lake Témiscamingue.

How will the MOU between QIMCF and Témiscamingue First Nation benefit local communities?

The MOU commits to employment, contracting, and training opportunities for Témiscamingue First Nation members and in‑kind support for community projects.

What environmental measures are included in the QIMCF MOU with TFN?

The agreement integrates Aboriginal Traditional Knowledge into project planning, environmental monitoring, and impact mitigation.

Will QIMCF and partners meet regularly with Témiscamingue First Nation leadership?

Yes. The companies will hold quarterly meetings to review exploration progress, employment outcomes, and environmental initiatives.

Where is the natural hydrogen development site mentioned in the QIMCF announcement?

The projects are in the Lake Témiscamingue region within Témiscamingue First Nation's traditional hunting and cultural territory spanning northwestern Quebec and Ontario.

Does the QIMCF MOU create binding financial commitments or production targets?

The MOU formalizes cooperation, in‑kind support, and consultation participation but does not state specific binding financial amounts or production targets.