West Vault Announces That IBN Engagement Did Not Proceed

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West Vault Mining (OTCQX: WVMDF / TSXV: WVM) announced that the proposed engagement with InvestorBrandNetwork (IBN) referenced on September 29, 2025, did not proceed and has been terminated by mutual consent. The agreement would have provided investor awareness and communications services. IBN reimbursed West Vault US $21,000 for the cash retainer and the company confirmed the departure was not due to disputes over IBN operations, policies, or practices.

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 19, 2026) - West Vault Mining Inc. (TSXV: WVM) (OTCQX: WVMDF) ("West Vault" or the "Company") announces that an agreement with InvestorBrandNetwork (IBN), as referenced in the Company's news release dated September 29, 2025, did not proceed, and has been effectively terminated. 

The agreement contemplated the provision of investor awareness and communications services by IBN. The engagement did not proceed by mutual consent. There was no disagreement that existed with IBN at the time of this mutual decision and WVM confirms the departure was not due to disputes regarding operations, policies, or practices of IBN. IBN has reimbursed the Company in full for a US $21,000 cash retainer.

About West Vault Mining Inc.

West Vault is committed to maximizing shareholder value through its low-risk gold-in-ground strategy. The Company's business model involves acquiring, advancing, holding, and selling high-quality development gold projects in the best jurisdictions.

On behalf of the Board of West Vault Mining Inc.

Frank Hallam
Chief Financial Officer

For further information please see the Company's website at www.westvaultmining.com or contact us by email at info@westvaultmining.com

Investor Relations:
Sandy McVey, Chief Executive Officer
+1 (778) 388 2464 / info@westvaultmining.com

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FAQ

Why did West Vault (WVMDF) say the IBN engagement did not proceed on March 19, 2026?

The engagement did not proceed by mutual consent, without any disagreement between parties. According to the company, both parties agreed to terminate the planned investor awareness and communications services engagement amicably.

Did West Vault (WVMDF) receive any reimbursement from IBN after the termination?

Yes. West Vault was reimbursed in full for the retainer amount of US $21,000. According to the company, IBN returned the cash retainer, leaving no outstanding retainer balance.

Does the termination of IBN engagement imply disputes over IBN's practices for West Vault (WVMDF)?

No, the company explicitly stated the termination was not due to disputes over IBN's operations, policies, or practices. According to the company, there was no disagreement at the time the mutual decision was made.

Will West Vault (WVMDF) seek a replacement investor communications provider after the IBN termination?

The announcement did not state plans to retain a replacement communications provider. According to the company, the statement only confirms termination and reimbursement, without indicating future engagements or vendor selection.

When was the original IBN engagement for West Vault (WVMDF) first referenced?

The engagement was referenced in a company news release dated September 29, 2025. According to the company, that prior notice described the contemplated investor awareness and communications services arrangement.