Mayfair Acquisition Corp. Announces Takeover Bid for Gold Basin Resources and Canex Metals
Deal News | Mar 22, 2025 | EIN

Mayfair Acquisition Corp., listed on the TSXV, has announced its intention to make a securities exchange takeover bid to acquire all outstanding shares of Gold Basin Resources Corporation and Canex Metals Inc. This move is facilitated by Discovery Group, which will also join Mayfair’s board. The consolidation aims to enhance shareholder value by integrating the precious metal assets of Gold Basin and Canex, empowered by financing and management changes. The bid, dependent on TSXV approval, marks a strategic endeavor to realize the potential of regional consolidation in northern Arizona's gold exploration sector. Mayfair’s approach is partly driven by Gold Basin's management and financial challenges, suggesting opportunities for improvement and growth. The transaction plans involve an equity financing and a share exchange ratio determined by Mayfair’s post-financing cash value. The proposed consolidation, however, remains subject to several conditions, including acceptance by significant shareholders and necessary regulatory approvals.
Sectors
- Mining
- Financial Services
Geography
- Canada – Mayfair Acquisition Corp., Gold Basin Resources Corporation, and Canex Metals Inc. are all listed on the TSX Venture Exchange, indicating their Canadian operations.
- United States – The consolidation strategy involves assets in northern Arizona, situating the underlying mining operations geographically in the United States.
Industry
- Mining – The article discusses the potential acquisition of mining companies Gold Basin Resources Corporation and Canex Metals Inc., which are involved in mineral exploration and development.
- Financial Services – The involvement of Mayfair Acquisition Corp., a capital pool company, in structuring a takeover bid and equity financing places this activity within the financial services sector.
Financials
- $2 million to $6 million – The expected equity financing amount set by Mayfair under the February 20 Proposal.
- 32% premium – The proposed premium on the trading price of Gold Basin's shares relative to Canex's shares in the February 20 Proposal.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Mayfair Acquisition Corp. | Bidding Company | Company | A capital pool company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange, aiming to acquire Gold Basin and Canex Metals. |
Gold Basin Resources Corporation | Target Company | Company | A company targeted for acquisition, involved in mining operations in northwestern Arizona. |
Canex Metals Inc. | Target Company | Company | Another target company involved in mining, part of the proposed consolidation. |
Discovery Group | Advisor | Company | An alliance of mineral exploration and development companies facilitating the bid and expected to contribute management expertise post-acquisition. |
Jim Paterson, John Robins, Darren Klinck | Corporate Finance/Strategy | People | Individuals associated with Discovery Group expected to join Mayfair's Board to assist with the acquisition strategy. |