The program has three objectives: extend the high-grade Vega zone (CV13 pegmatite) toward the CV12 pegmatite, test the CV5 to CV13 pegmatite corridor, and complete drilling at two proposed waste rock pile locations in support of the ongoing feasibility study.
Darren Smith, VP of exploration for the company, said 2025 will be a less drill intensive year compared to 2024. “However, exploration drilling along the CV trend remains a key component of the company’s flowthrough spend strategy as the CV5 pegmatite advances through development,” Smith said.
The Shaakichiuwaanaan property currently hosts a mineral resource estimate (including CV5 and CV13 pegmatites) of 80.1 million tonnes at 1.44% lithium oxide (Li2O) indicated and 62.5 million tonnes at 1.31% Li2O inferred. The CV5 is accessible year-round by all-season road and is approximately 14 km from a major hydroelectric powerline corridor.
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