Nine Mile Metals Announces Phase 3 XRF High-Grade Results up to 26.14% Copper with 1.03% Antimony from the Upper Pre Drill Area at the Wedge Copper - Gold Project, BMC, NB

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Nine Mile Metals (OTC: VMSXF) reported Phase 3 portable XRF results from 18 ore samples at the Wedge copper‑gold project, Bathurst Mining Camp, New Brunswick on November 5, 2025. Highlights include a top XRF reading of 26.14% Cu and 1.03% Sb (sample 280461) and visible covellite in samples 280461 and 280463. Of 18 ore samples, 9 returned >=14.22% Cu. Multiple samples from the proposed Upper Zone western extension averaged high copper values (see Table 1).

All Phase 3 samples were forwarded to Actlabs (Fredericton) for certified assays of Ag and Au; the XRF program used an Olympus Vanta 50 with two standards (OREAS622, CDN-BL-10) and triplicate readings per sample. Drill targeting and technical interpretation are underway with planned Apex-designed holes to test identified lenses and depth extensions below 150 m.

Positive

• Peak XRF result: 26.14% Cu (sample 280461)
• 1.03% Sb detected in sample 280461 (new to Wedge)
• Nine of 18 ore samples returned >=14.22% Cu
• Visible covellite identified in samples 280461 and 280463
• Samples shipped to Actlabs for certified Ag and Au assays
• Drill plan designed to test western extension and depth below 150 m

Negative

• Data are preliminary XRF readings and not certified assays
• Silver (Ag) and gold (Au) results are TBD pending Actlabs assays
• Sample set is limited: 18 ore samples reported for Phase 3

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - November 5, 2025) - NINE MILE METALS LTD. (CSE: NINE) (OTC Pink: VMSXF) (FSE: KQ9) (the "Company" or "Nine Mile") is pleased to announce (18) Wedge Pre-Drill Phase 3 - XRF results for Volcanogenic Massive Sulphide (VMS - Cu-Pb-Zn-Ag-Au) mineralization ore samples collected from the upcoming northwestern drill area on the Wedge Copper Gold Critical Minerals Project, in the world-famous Bathurst Mining Camp, ("BMC") New Brunswick, Canada.

Highlights:

• Hi-Grade Sample Results Up to 26.14% Cu and 1.03% Sb (Antimony) - Sample #280461.
• First samples collected to date with visible covellite (CuS), a copper mineral typically found where secondary enrichment occurs in copper sulphide deposits.
• Of the 18 Ore Samples taken, 9 samples returned results of 14.22% Cu or higher with samples #280461 and #280463 (Figure 1 and 2) containing visible covellite identified by its indigo blue color and physical characteristics.
• Samples were massive, ore grade, fine-grained Copper Rich mineralization collected at the upcoming Wedge Upper Zone drill area (7 proposed Apex Drill Holes on the new western extension).
• All samples have been shipped to Actlabs in Fredericton, NB for certified Assays.

Figure 1: Sample #280461 (26.14 % Cu) & 1.03 % Antimony (Sb)

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Figure 2: Sample #280463 (18.09 % Cu) 

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TABLE 1: PHASE 3 - XRF RESULTS

SAMPLE ID	Cu %	Zn%	Pb%	Pb + Zn %	Ag (g/t)	Au (g/t)
280447	16.11	0.08	0.04	0.12	TBD	TBD
280448	14.22	0.08	0.05	0.13	TBD	TBD
280449	10.70	0.14	0.03	0.17	TBD	TBD
280450	13.28	0.27	0.06	0.34	TBD	TBD
280451	5.42	0.19	0.14	0.32	TBD	TBD
280452	3.64	0.21	0.22	0.42	TBD	TBD
280453	0.09	0.00	0.01	0.02	TBD	TBD
280454	0.54	0.13	0.09	0.22	TBD	TBD
280455	0.02	0.00	0.01	0.01	TBD	TBD
280456	15.54	0.16	0.06	0.21	TBD	TBD
280457	14.34	0.09	0.04	0.13	TBD	TBD
280458	1.59	0.19	0.32	0.50	TBD	TBD
280459	0.18	0.03	0.46	0.49	TBD	TBD
280460	16.05	0.16	0.06	0.22	TBD	TBD
280461	26.14	0.41	0.06	0.47	TBD	TBD
280462	17.57	0.15	0.07	0.22	TBD	TBD
280463	18.09	0.24	0.11	0.35	TBD	TBD
280464	15.59	0.20	0.07	0.28	TBD	TBD

 

Figure 3: Sample #280462 (15.57 % Cu)

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Figure 4: Sample #280464 (15.59 % Cu)

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Gary Lohman, P.Geo., VP Exploration, Director, stated, "The Wedge Pre-Drill Phase 3 XRF samples continue to display exceptional copper results. In this suite of samples, the presence of Covellite (CuS) in select samples, had a direct effect on the copper grade as demonstrated by the results. The XRF results also returned 1.03% antimony (Sb), an element previously not found in abundance at the Wedge. High arsenic was present, both elements generally found associated with Au mineralization. All Phase 3 XRF sampling has been shipped to Actlabs in Fredericton NB for certified analysis including Ag and Au. With technical interpretation and drill planning by Mike Defresne at Apex Geoscience and Nine Mile Metals Technical Advisory Member, several holes are designed to test the 2 identified Len's and the western deposit at depth. We look forward to reporting our first hole."

Figure 5: XRF Phase 3 Sampling Area

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As previously stated in our last 2 Sampling News Releases dated, September 17, 2025 and October 15, 2025, the modelling has focused on determining the geophysics identifying a new western extension and the unmined portions of the deposit with drill holes targeting a copper rich lens to the west and the unexplored depth extension below 150 meters where recent drilling and historical cross sections indicate mineralization occurring to a minimum depth of 300 meters. Continued sampling in October uncovered additional samples that demonstrate the robust nature of copper mineralization. A total of 35 samples were cataloged, photographed then analyzed with a portable X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) instrument utilizing an Olympus Vanta 50 portable 50Kv workstation and Reflex XRF software to provide instant real time geochemical information. Each sample was analyzed in 3 separate locations and the results averaged by the Reflex XRF software. The XRF process included calibrating the machine and utilizing 2 standards in the sample stream (OREAS622, CDN-BL-10) twice during analysis. The results are presented in Table 1. The samples have been forwarded to Actlabs in Fredericton, New Brunswick for preparation with final geochemical analysis conducted in North Vancouver, British Columbia.

Qualified Person 

The technical content of this news release pertaining to the Wedge Project was reviewed and approved by Gary Lohman, P.Geo., a non-independent qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101.

About Nine Mile Metals Ltd.

Nine Mile Metals Ltd. is a Canadian public Critical Minerals Exploration company focused on VMS (Cu, Pb, Zn, Ag and Au) exploration in the world-famous Bathurst Mining Camp, New Brunswick, Canada. The Company's primary business objective is to explore its four VMS Projects: Nine Mile Brook VMS Project; California Lake VMS Project; and the Canoe Landing Lake (East - West) Project and the Wedge VMS Project. The Company is focused on exploration of Minerals for Technology (MFT), positioning for the boom in EV and green technologies requiring Copper, Silver, Lead and Zinc with a hedge with Gold.

ON BEHALF OF NINE MILE METALS LTD.,

"Patrick J. Cruickshank, MBA"
CEO and Director
T: 506-804-6117
E: info@ninemilemetals.com

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FAQ

What copper grades did Nine Mile Metals (VMSXF) report from the November 5, 2025 Phase 3 XRF samples?

Phase 3 portable XRF returned a top reading of 26.14% Cu (sample 280461); nine of 18 ore samples recorded >=14.22% Cu.

Are the Phase 3 XRF results for VMSXF confirmed by laboratory assays?

No. All Phase 3 samples were forwarded to Actlabs in Fredericton for certified Ag and Au assays; XRF results are preliminary.

What does the presence of covellite in samples mean for the Wedge project (VMSXF)?

Visible covellite (CuS) was identified in select samples (280461, 280463) and is associated with secondary copper enrichment, which influenced the high XRF Cu readings.

Which sample showed antimony and how much was reported by XRF at the Wedge project (VMSXF)?

Sample 280461 returned 1.03% Sb by XRF, an element noted as previously uncommon at the Wedge.

Will Nine Mile Metals (VMSXF) drill based on these Phase 3 results and where?

Yes. Drill planning by Apex targets a western copper‑rich lens and depth extensions below 150 m, with several holes designed to test identified lenses.

How were the Phase 3 samples analyzed in the field for Nine Mile Metals (VMSXF)?

Field samples were analyzed with an Olympus Vanta 50 portable XRF, using two standards (OREAS622, CDN-BL-10) and three readings per sample averaged by Reflex XRF software.