Manitoba Mineral Development Fund Grants Canadian Gold Corp. $300,000 to Expand Exploration Program

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Canadian Gold Corp (STRRF) received a $300,000 grant from the Manitoba Mineral Development Fund (MMDF) on November 17, 2025, bringing total MMDF support to $900,000 since 2023.

The funding supports advancement of the Tartan Mine near Flin Flon, where the company has invested approximately $12.7 million since 2012 and completed 33,668 metres of core drilling to expand vertical resource extent. Canadian Gold has optioned adjoining Tartan West and Flin Flon North properties to consolidate the Tartan Shear Zone and is expanding local hiring.

Canadian Gold is being acquired by McEwen Inc.; on closing, planned 2026 activity includes 15,000–20,000 metres of drilling, an updated resource estimate in Q1, and a preliminary economic assessment by year-end.

Positive

• MMDF grant increased to $300,000 (total $900,000 since 2023)
• Company invested $12.7 million into Tartan since 2012
• 33,668 metres of core drilling expanded vertical resource extent
• Optioned Tartan West and Flin Flon North to consolidate the Tartan Shear Zone
• Planned 15,000–20,000 metres drilling program in 2026 after acquisition

Negative

• Planned 2026 work contingent on completion of McEwen acquisition
• No updated resource or PEA completed yet; both scheduled post-acquisition

Flin Flon, Manitoba--(Newsfile Corp. - November 17, 2025) - Canadian Gold Corp. (TSXV: CGC) ("Canadian Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has been approved for an additional $300,000 grant from the Manitoba Mineral Development Fund ("MMDF"). In total, the MMDF has granted Canadian Gold $900,000 since 2023, which has been a significant reason why the Company has been able to advance the Tartan Mine. In total, the Company has invested approximately $12.7 million into the project since 2012. Canadian Gold is currently in the process of being acquired by McEwen Inc., which is planning to advance the Tartan Mine towards a production decision.

Since receiving the first grant from the MMDF, Canadian Gold has 1) meaningfully increased the vertical extent of the Tartan Mine resource through 33,668 metres of core drilling, 2) optioned the adjoining Tartan West and Flin Flon North properties, consolidating the entire Tartan Shear Zone and positioning the Company to capitalize on synergies with a potential restart of the Tartan Mine, 3) conducted project-wide prospecting with the goal of developing new exploration targets, and 4) is in the process of hiring additional employees from Flin Flon to support the project. Upon completion of the acquisition by McEwen Inc., the Tartan Mine is expected to see further strong investment in 2026, including 15,000-20,000 metres of drilling, an updated resource estimate in Q1, and a preliminary economic assessment by year-end.

"We wish to thank the Province of Manitoba, the MMDF, and the Manitoba Chamber of Commerce for their continued support of our exploration program at the Tartan Mine near Flin Flon, Manitoba. This funding will help advance the ongoing Phase 4 diamond drill program." - Michael Swistun, CFA, President & CEO

Canadian Gold wishes to acknowledge the significant impact that the MMDF continues to have on mineral exploration and development in Manitoba. The continued support of the MMDF and the Manitoba Mineral Exploration Tax Credit ("MMETC") make Manitoba a strong destination for mineral exploration. Manitobans may also avail themselves of the unique tax incentives when investing in eligible Manitoba mineral exploration projects, such as the Tartan Mine.

For Further Information, Please Contact:
Michael Swistun, CFA
President & CEO
Canadian Gold Corp.
(204) 232-1373
info@canadiangoldcorp.com

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The scientific and technical information disclosed in this news release was reviewed and approved by Wesley Whymark, P. Geo., Consulting Geologist for the Company, and a Qualified Person as defined under National Instrument 43-101.

About Canadian Gold Corp.
Canadian Gold Corp. is a Canadian-based mineral exploration and development company whose objective is to expand the high-grade gold resource at the past producing Tartan Mine, located in Flin Flon, Manitoba. The historic Tartan Mine currently has a 2017 indicated mineral resource estimate of 240,000 oz gold (1,180,000 tonnes at 6.32 g/t gold) and an inferred estimate of 37,000 oz gold (240,000 tonnes at 4.89 g/t gold). (Tartan Lake Project Technical Report, Manitoba, Canada, April 2017 authored by Mining Plus Canada Consulting Ltd.). The Company also holds a 100% interest in greenfields exploration properties in Ontario and Quebec adjacent to some of Canada's largest gold mines and development projects, specifically, the Canadian Malartic Mine (QC), the Hemlo Mine (ON) and Hammond Reef Project (ON). McEwen Inc. (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) holds a 5.6% interest in Canadian Gold, and Robert McEwen, the founder and former CEO of Goldcorp, and Chairman and CEO of McEwen Inc., holds a 32.5% interest in Canadian Gold.

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FAQ

What did Canadian Gold (STRRF) announce on November 17, 2025?

Canadian Gold announced a $300,000 MMDF grant, raising total MMDF support to $900,000 since 2023 to advance the Tartan Mine.

How much has Canadian Gold (STRRF) invested in the Tartan Mine to date?

The company has invested approximately $12.7 million into the Tartan Mine since 2012.

What drilling progress has Canadian Gold (STRRF) reported at Tartan?

Canadian Gold reported 33,668 metres of core drilling to increase the vertical extent of the Tartan resource.

What are the planned 2026 milestones for Tartan after the McEwen acquisition?

Planned 2026 work includes 15,000–20,000 metres of drilling, an updated resource estimate in Q1, and a PEA by year-end.

How does the MMDF grant affect local hiring and exploration at Tartan?

The grant supports ongoing Phase 4 diamond drilling and the company is hiring additional employees in Flin Flon to support the project.