Western Copper and Gold Corporation reports developments tied to advancing the Casino Project, a copper-gold mineral project in Yukon, Canada. Company news centers on financial results, permitting and engineering work, technical leadership appointments, equity financing, and community engagement with First Nations and local Yukon communities.
Updates also address infrastructure and critical-minerals themes affecting the project, including clean power transmission and regional development initiatives connected to Yukon resource projects.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation (TSX: WRN) announced the results of its Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) for the Casino copper-gold-molybdenum deposit. The PEA indicates a robust NPV of $2.3 billion after tax at an 8% discount rate, with a 19.5% IRR and a payback period of 3 years. The project's development involves a 25-year mine life, with potential for extension to 47 years. The estimated initial capital investment is $3.25 billion, and the first four years of operation could generate $965 million in annual cash flow. The project aims for sustainable operation and significant community engagement.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation (WRN) announced a strategic investment of C$25.6 million from Rio Tinto Canada Inc. to further develop the Casino Project in the Yukon. Rio Tinto will acquire approximately 11.8 million common shares at C$2.17 each, totaling an 8.0% stake in Western. The investment will fund feasibility studies and permit advancements for the project. A rights agreement will allow Rio Tinto to appoint members to technical committees and observers to board meetings. The deal is expected to close around May 31, 2021, pending regulatory approval.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation (TSX: WRN, NYSE American: WRN) has initiated a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) for its Casino Deposit in the Yukon, Canada. Engaging M3 Engineering & Technology Corporation to execute the PEA, the project aims to assess a large open-pit mining operation to recover copper, gold, silver, and molybdenum. Key components include a concentrator and a heap leach facility. The PEA is set for completion in the second quarter of 2021, with the goal of demonstrating positive economic indicators to support further development.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation (WRN) has successfully closed its previously announced public offering, issuing 19,828,300 common shares at $1.45 each, raising approximately $28.75 million in gross proceeds. The offering, led by a syndicate of underwriters including Cormark Securities, involved an over-allotment option fully exercised. The funds will be utilized for exploration, engineering, permitting activities, and general working capital. This strategic financing supports the development of the Casino Project, a premier copper-gold mine in the Yukon Territory.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation (WRN) announced an increase in its overnight marketed public offering, now selling 17,242,000 common shares at $1.45 each, raising approximately $25 million. An over-allotment option may allow underwriters to purchase an additional 2,586,300 shares, potentially totaling $28.8 million. Proceeds will fund exploration, engineering, permitting, and general working capital. The offering is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close on November 24, 2020.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation (TSX: WRN) announced a public offering of common shares, aiming to raise a minimum of $20,000,000. The offering will be led by Cormark Securities Inc. and includes a 15% over-allotment option for underwriters. Proceeds will support exploration, engineering, permitting activities, and general working capital. The offering, subject to regulatory approval, is projected to close by November 24, 2020. The preliminary prospectus has been filed in Canada and the U.S., ensuring compliance with relevant securities regulations.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation (TSX: WRN) announced the appointment of Dr. Bill Williams to its Board of Directors, effective November 6, 2020. Dr. Williams has nearly 40 years of experience in economic geology, focusing on mining and oil & gas projects, including leadership roles at Detour Gold Corporation and Orvana Minerals Corp. His expertise in project evaluations, M&A, and risk analysis is expected to bolster the company's strategy as it advances the Casino Project, a significant copper-gold mining initiative in Yukon, Canada.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation (TSX: WRN) announced the resignation of Archie Lang from its Board of Directors, effective August 17, 2020. Executive Chairman Dale Corman expressed gratitude for Lang's contributions since 2014. The company is focused on developing the Casino Project, a major copper-gold mining initiative in the Yukon Territory, recognized as one of the most economically viable greenfield projects globally. For further details, visit www.westerncopperandgold.com.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation (WRN) announced a significant increase in the resource estimate for its Casino Copper-Gold Project, with Measured and Indicated Mill Resource rising 106% to 2.2 billion tonnes and gold content increasing to 14.5 million ounces. The updated estimate incorporates previous drilling results and an enhanced geologic model. The Heap Leach Resource also saw gains, reaching 217 million tonnes with 1.8 million ounces of gold. The resource report will support future feasibility studies.