Trident Resources Announces Appointment of Scott Broughton as Strategic Advisor

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Trident Resources Corp. (TRDTF) has appointed Scott Broughton as Strategic Advisor, bringing over 35 years of global mining sector experience. Broughton's expertise spans mine development and minerals exploration, with notable work at firms like Stantec, BGC, and Klohn Crippen Berger. He has previously served as chair of the Mining Association of British Columbia and director of the Association of Mineral Explorers of BC.

Additionally, Trident has engaged two marketing firms: Plutus Invest and Consulting GmbH for a 12-month term at CAD $120,000, and Resource Stock Digest (RSD) for a 3-month program at USD $125,000. Both engagements aim to enhance investor awareness and are subject to TSX Venture Exchange acceptance.

Vancouver, BC, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trident Resources Corp. (TSX-V: ROCK) (OTCQB: TRDTF) (“Trident” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Scott Broughton as a Strategic Advisor. Scott Broughton is an accomplished mine development and minerals exploration professional with global experience in the mining sector for over 35 years. He has worked in diverse geographic and technical settings with international consulting practices including time at Stantec, BGC and Klohn Crippen Berger. Mr. Broughton has also led several public and private mineral exploration businesses focused on gold, copper, lead/zinc, and industrial minerals.

His work has been recognized by governments and industry associations for excellence in community engagement, permitting and the environment. Mr. Broughton has an extensive mining network and has served as past chair of the Mining Association of British Columbia (MABC) and a director of the Association of Mineral Explorers of BC (AMEBC). 

Jon Wiesblatt, Trident’s CEO and a Director, commented: "I am excited to welcome Scott as a strategic advisor to our emerging, pure-play Saskatchewan advanced-stage exploration company. Scott’s exploration and engineering experience will be crucial as we advance our projects. Specifically, as we explore at Contact Lake, a past producing, high-grade, underground operation, Mr. Broughton’s skillset will become very useful in helping to achieve success at the project."

Trident Engages Strategic Marketing Groups:

Trident has entered into an agreement with Plutus Invest and Consulting GmbH (“Plutus”), pursuant to which Plutus will provide the Company with marketing and communications services for a twelve-month term commencing on May 28^th, 2025. The marketing services provided by Plutus will include consulting with the Company's management in building investor awareness through Plutus' network in Europe. The Company has agreed to pay Plutus a fee of CAD $120,000, payable upon the commencement of services and over the term. Plutus is arm's length to the Company and Plutus does not have any interest, direct or indirect, in the Company or its securities. The Company's engagement with Plutus is subject to the acceptance of the TSX Venture Exchange.

Trident has also engaged Resource Stock Digest (“RSD”) for a 3-month advertising and marketing program, commencing on May 28^th, 2025, for a total cost of USD $125,000 payable prior to commencement of the campaign. The services provided by RSD to the Company relate to interviews and content creation that is distributed to RSD’s subscriber base. The Company is an RSD Website Sponsor and will have a Featured Company Banner on the RSD website and will continue for the duration of the agreement. RSD is arm's length to the Company and does not have any interest, direct or indirect, in the Company or its securities. The Company's engagement with RSD is subject to the acceptance of the TSX Venture Exchange.

About Trident Resources Corp.:

Trident Resources Corp. is a Canadian public mineral exploration company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange focused on the acquisition, exploration and development of advanced-stage gold and copper exploration projects in Saskatchewan, Canada. The Company is advancing its 100% owned Contact Lake and Greywacke Lake projects which host significant historical gold resources located within the prospective and underexplored La Ronge Gold Belt, as well as the 100% owned Knife Lake copper project which contains a historical copper resource.

Trident’s Project Portfolio Map:

https://www.tridentresourcescorp.com/projects/contact-gold-project/#&gid=1&pid=1

To find out more about Trident Resources Corp. (TSX-V: ROCK), visit the Company’s website at www.tridentresourcescorp.com

Trident Resources Corp.

Jonathan Wiesblatt, Chief Executive Officer
Email: Jon.Wiesblatt@tridentresourcescorp.com

For further information contact myself or:
Andrew J. Ramcharan, PhD, P.Eng., Corporate Communications

Trident Resources Corp.
‎Telephone: 647-309-5130
‎Toll Free: 800-567-8181
‎Facsimile: 604-687-3119
Email: info@tridentresourcescorp.com
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Forward-Looking Information and Statements

This release includes certain statements that may be deemed to be "forward-looking statements". All statements in this release, other than statements of historical facts, that address events or developments that management of the Company expects, are forward-looking statements.  Although management believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements if management's beliefs, estimates or opinions, or other factors, should change. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements, include market prices, exploration and development successes, regulatory approvals, continued availability of capital and financing, and general economic, market or business conditions. Please see the public filings of the Company at www.sedarplus.ca for further information.

 

FAQ

Who is Scott Broughton and what is his role at Trident Resources (TRDTF)?

Scott Broughton has been appointed as Strategic Advisor at Trident Resources, bringing over 35 years of global mining sector experience in mine development and minerals exploration.

What marketing agreements has Trident Resources (TRDTF) announced in May 2025?

Trident announced two marketing agreements: a 12-month engagement with Plutus Invest for CAD $120,000 and a 3-month program with Resource Stock Digest for USD $125,000.

What is Scott Broughton's experience in the mining industry?

Scott Broughton has 35+ years of experience in mine development and minerals exploration, worked with firms like Stantec and BGC, and served as chair of the Mining Association of British Columbia.

How much is Trident Resources (TRDTF) spending on marketing initiatives in 2025?

Trident is spending CAD $120,000 with Plutus Invest and USD $125,000 with Resource Stock Digest for marketing and investor awareness initiatives.