Probe Gold Enhances Monique Gold Deposit with Strategic Acquisition
Deal News | Dec 20, 2024 | Globenewswire
Probe Gold Inc., a leading Canadian gold exploration and development company, has announced the acquisition of adjacent property claims to its Monique gold deposit near Val-d'Or, Quebec. This strategic acquisition promises a lateral extension potential of the Monique deposit by 750 meters, which currently comprises 3.56 million ounces measured and indicated, and 0.68 million ounces inferred over a strike length of 2,500 meters. Known for its high-grade gold zones, the newly acquired property houses the Bermont and Adelemont gold areas, which have previously undergone limited drilling. Despite the lack of modern exploration, this area shows significant potential for new high-grade gold mineralizations. An expansion and exploration drill program is set for 2025, aiming to bolster resource estimation by up to 30% at Monique. The acquisition deal is valued at $3 million, with the payment structure split between shares and cash. Furthermore, a milestone payment of $1.5 million is contingent upon proving a resource estimate exceeding one million ounces. Additionally, a 3.5% royalty on net smelter returns is retained by the vendor, with options for Probe to purchase part of it. The company anticipates the deal closing in the coming weeks, pending necessary regulatory and Toronto Stock Exchange approvals. Probe's project Novador, encompassing 205 square kilometers, now stands as one of the largest land holdings in the Val-d'Or mining camp. Featuring a solid mining plan, it will position Probe as a significant player in the mining region.
Sectors
- Mining
- Natural Resources
Geography
- Canada – The article focuses on mining activities in Quebec, Canada.
- Quebec – Specific activities related to the Monique gold deposit are taking place in the Val-d'Or region of Quebec.
Industry
- Mining – The article discusses activities related to gold mining exploration and development by Probe Gold.
- Natural Resources – The focus on gold deposits and resource estimation places the article within the natural resource sector.
Financials
- 3,000,000 – Total acquisition cost for the property claims, payable in cash and shares.
- 1,500,000 – Value of shares issued to the vendor, based on the 10-day VWAP on the TSX.
- 1,500,000 – Cash payment to the vendor for the acquisition.
- 1,500,000 – Milestone payment contingent on resource estimate confirmation.
- 2,500,000 – Amount for buying back 2.5% of the NSR royalty from the vendor.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Probe Gold Inc. | Acquiring Company | Company | A Canadian company focused on gold asset acquisitions, exploration, and development. |
Gestion Jadmine Inc. | Vendor | Company | The company selling its claims adjacent to Probe Gold's Monique deposit. |
David Palmer | President and CEO of Probe Gold | Person | Leading Probe Gold's strategic operations and acquisitions. |
Marc Ducharme | Vice President, Exploration | Person | Oversees the exploration activities at Probe Gold. |
Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) | Regulatory Body | Government | Approval from this entity is needed for the transaction. |
Seema Sindwani | VP of Investor Relations | Person | Handles investor relations for Probe Gold. |