Tartisan Nickel Corp. Announces Rodren Drilling has Commenced Drilling at the Kenbridge Nickel Copper Cobalt Project, Sioux Narrows, Northwestern, Ontario
Rhea-AI Summary
Tartisan Nickel (OTCQB: TTSRF / CSE: TN) announced that Rodren Drilling Ltd. has commenced a drilling program at the Kenbridge Nickel-Copper-Cobalt Project in Sioux Narrows, Northwestern Ontario on December 8, 2025. Crews and equipment are mobilized and drilling is underway.
The campaign aims to convert resources, test extensions of high-grade nickel-copper sulphide zones, and collect technical data to support upcoming engineering and development studies. Management said results will be released as they arrive. Technical information was prepared under NI 43-101 and reviewed by Qualified Person Dean MacEachern, P. Geo.
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TTSRF gained 6.64% while peers were mixed: NBYCF +8.29%, GIGGF +5%, TMASF +1.2%, NIOCF flat, VTECF -13.81%, pointing to a stock-specific reaction.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 05 | Drill mobilization | Positive | +15.7% | Rodren drilling crews and equipment mobilized to Kenbridge project site. |
| Dec 04 | Equity financing | Positive | +10.6% | Closed $1,050,000 flow-through placement to fund Kenbridge exploration work. |
| Nov 20 | Drill engagement | Positive | -3.1% | Engaged Rodren for 3,600m Phase 1 drill program at Kenbridge deposit. |
Recent Kenbridge-focused announcements, including drill mobilization and financing, often saw positive price reactions, though one drill-related update drew a mild negative move.
Over the past month, Tartisan has advanced its 100%‑owned Kenbridge Nickel‑Copper‑Cobalt Project through a sequence of steps. On Nov 20, it engaged Rodren Drilling for a Phase 1 program, which drew a modest -3.07% reaction. A $1,050,000 flow‑through private placement closed on Dec 04, followed by drill crew mobilization news on Dec 05, with share moves of 10.62% and 15.71% respectively. Today’s announcement marks drilling formally underway, extending this Kenbridge execution theme.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement marks a transition from planning and mobilization to active drilling at the 100%‑owned Kenbridge Nickel Copper Cobalt Project. It follows recent steps including engaging Rodren Drilling, closing a $1,050,000 flow‑through financing, and mobilizing crews. The program targets resource conversion, extension of high‑grade zones, and data collection for engineering studies under NI 43-101 standards. Investors may watch for drilling results, updated resource estimates, and subsequent engineering milestones.
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Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - December 8, 2025) - Tartisan Nickel Corp. (CSE: TN) (OTCQB: TTSRF) (FSE: 8TA) ("Tartisan" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that Rodren Drilling Ltd. has formally commenced drilling at the Company's
Rodren's crews and equipment are now fully mobilized, and the program is underway. This drilling campaign is designed to advance several key objectives, including resource conversion, testing potential extensions of high-grade nickel-copper sulphide zones, and collecting the technical data required to support upcoming engineering and development studies.
Tartisan President & CEO, Mark Appleby, commented: "Rodren's start to drilling marks an important and well-timed milestone for the Kenbridge Project. As we move into a new phase of technical work, this program is expected to enhance geological confidence, define growth potential, and further demonstrate the strength of Kenbridge as a strategic critical mineral's asset. We look forward to updating shareholders as results come in."
The Company will provide further updates as drilling progresses.
Qualified Person
The technical information in this news release has been prepared in accordance with Canadian regulatory requirements as set out in NI 43-101 and reviewed and approved by Dean MacEachern, P. Geo., a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101.
About Tartisan Nickel Corp.
Tartisan Nickel Corp. is a Canadian-based critical minerals exploration and development company which owns, the Kenbridge Nickel Project near Sioux Narrows, Northwestern Ontario, the Sill Lake Silver Property near Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario as well as the Night Danger Turtle Pond project near Dryden, Ontario.
Tartisan Nickel Corp. common shares are listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE: TN) (OTCQB: TTSRF) (FSE: 8TA). Currently, there are 140,674,041 shares outstanding (144,310,756 fully diluted).
For further information, please contact Mark Appleby, President & CEO, and a Director of the Company, at 416-804-0280 (info@tartisannickel.com). Additional information about Tartisan Nickel Corp. can be found at the Company's website at www.tartisannickel.com or on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
This news release may contain forward-looking statements including but not limited to comments regarding the timing and content of upcoming work programs, geological interpretations, receipt of property titles, potential mineral recovery processes, etc. Forward-looking statements address future events and conditions and therefore involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those currently anticipated in such statements.
The Canadian Securities Exchange (operated by CNSX Markets Inc.) has neither approved nor disapproved of the contents of this press release.
To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/277269
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