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Endeavour Silver Corp. is a Canadian mineral company focused on the evaluation, acquisition, exploration, development, and exploitation of silver and gold mining properties primarily in Mexico, with additional exploration activities in Chile. The company operates three producing mines in Mexico: the Guanacevi Mine in Durango, the Bolanitos Mine in Guanajuato, and the El Cubo mine in the historic Guanajuato mining district. Additionally, Endeavour Silver is engaged in exploration projects in northern Chile, including the Aida, Paloma, and Cerro Marquez projects. The company’s strategic emphasis has been on its primary mining operations in Mexico while continuing to explore new opportunities in the region.

Equinox Gold is a multi-asset mining company focused on the operation, acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties, primarily targeting gold. The company has approximately seven operating gold mines and is actively working to increase production through a robust pipeline of growth projects. Key assets include the Aurizona Gold Mine in Brazil, which commenced production in late 2018, and the Castle Mountain project in California, where there is significant potential for increased output. Equinox Gold is committed to advancing its portfolio of gold and copper assets across the Americas, positioning itself as a prominent player in the mining industry.

Trident Royalties is a growth-focused diversified mining royalty and streaming company that aims to enhance shareholder value through strategic transactions in various commodities. The company offers investors exposure to a broad range of mining assets, including precious metals, base metals, battery metals, and bulk materials, while deliberately excluding thermal coal. Unlike many of its peers that primarily concentrate on precious metals, Trident maintains a diverse portfolio that includes properties in production or nearing production, thereby providing a more comprehensive investment opportunity in the mining sector. Its operational segments encompass Precious, Bulk/Battery Metals, and Base, reflecting its commitment to a varied commodity approach.

Equinox Gold is a multi-asset mining company focused on the operation, acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties, primarily targeting gold. The company has approximately seven operating gold mines and is actively working to increase production through a robust pipeline of growth projects. Key assets include the Aurizona Gold Mine in Brazil, which commenced production in late 2018, and the Castle Mountain project in California, where there is significant potential for increased output. Equinox Gold is committed to advancing its portfolio of gold and copper assets across the Americas, positioning itself as a prominent player in the mining industry.

Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. is a mineral exploration and development company based in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, Quebec, Canada. Founded in 2011, the company focuses on acquiring and evaluating mineral properties, primarily targeting graphite. It holds a 100% interest in the Matawinie property, which comprises 319 mining claims covering 17,585 hectares north of Montreal. Nouveau Monde is committed to operating under high environmental standards in Quebec, a region known for its mining-friendly policies. The company is developing a natural graphite-based anode material that meets battery-grade specifications to serve the growing North American lithium-ion battery market. Its operations encompass the Matawinie Mine Project and the Battery Material Plant project, emphasizing the production of graphite with a low environmental footprint to support local battery manufacturers.

Endeavour Silver Corp. is a Canadian mineral company focused on the evaluation, acquisition, exploration, development, and exploitation of silver and gold mining properties primarily in Mexico, with additional exploration activities in Chile. The company operates three producing mines in Mexico: the Guanacevi Mine in Durango, the Bolanitos Mine in Guanajuato, and the El Cubo mine in the historic Guanajuato mining district. Additionally, Endeavour Silver is engaged in exploration projects in northern Chile, including the Aida, Paloma, and Cerro Marquez projects. The company’s strategic emphasis has been on its primary mining operations in Mexico while continuing to explore new opportunities in the region.

GoGold Resources Inc. (TSX: GGD) is a Canadian-based, mineral resource company with active development and exploration properties in Mexico. The company’s development property, The Parral Tailings Project, is in Chihuahua State, Mexico and is currently fully funded and permitted and in construction of a heap leach facility that will process the tailings.

HLM is a specialized mining exploration company actively engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of hard rock, high grade, multi-element and rare metal resource properties. HLM maintains a particular focus on lithium (Li), and tantalum (Ta), rubidium (Rb) and cesium (Cs) by its world class expertise and experience exploring for LCT classified pegmatites. HLM’s goal is to become a fully integrated lithium and tantalum producer by targeting the growth as a result of the shift towards electric/hybrid vehicles and high quality consumer electronics through the development of the PAK Lithium Project in Ontario, Canada. HLM is actively exploring its 100% owned and optioned PAK Lithium Project where recently a Phase III, 1,600m, 8-hole diamond drill program was completed intersecting wide pegmatite zones containing high-grade lithium and tantalum with possible byproduct potential for rubidium and cesium on the Pakeagama Lake pegmatite in northwestern Ontario, Canada. HLM has also commenced the next phase of determining the potential for commercializing the PAK deposit by bulk sampling the lithium zone of the pegmatite. The preparation of the 300t (approx.) bulk sample will be completed by the end of March 2015. The objectives are to evaluate production of spodumene-bearing product as a precursor to potential commercial scale spodumene concentrate production, to test the suitability of the product for direct use as a replacement for lithium mineral concentrates, test blasting parameters and mining logistics with existing haulage infrastructure. The scope of a future Pre-feasibility Study will be shaped by the results of this phase of testing.

Bear Creek Mining Corporation is an exploration-stage company. The Company is engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of precious and base metal properties in Peru.

Argonaut Gold is a Canadian gold mining company engaged in exploration, mine development and production activities on gold-bearing properties in Mexico. Founded in 2007, Argonaut Gold’s primary gold assets are the producing El Castillo Mine (Durango, Mexico), the advanced exploration stage San Antonio project (State of Baja California Sur, Mexico), the past producing and advanced exploration stage La Colorada Mine (Sonora, Mexico), as well as the exploration-stage La Fortuna Project (Durango, Mexico) and 11 gold exploration projects located in the Sonora Mojave Megashear.

Sabina Gold & Silver Corp. is a mining company based in Vancouver, Canada, focused on the exploration and development of precious metal resources, primarily gold. The company's main assets include the Back River gold project, which encompasses several properties such as Goose, George, Boulder, and Boot, along with a port facility at Bathurst Inlet in southwestern Nunavut. Additionally, Sabina holds a silver royalty on the Hackett River project, which spans over 10,600 hectares in Nunavut. Established in 1966, the company aims to become a significant gold producer through the phased development of its projects in politically stable mining regions.

Bear Creek Mining Corporation is an exploration-stage company. The Company is engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of precious and base metal properties in Peru.

GoGold Resources Inc. (TSX: GGD) is a Canadian-based, mineral resource company with active development and exploration properties in Mexico. The company’s development property, The Parral Tailings Project, is in Chihuahua State, Mexico and is currently fully funded and permitted and in construction of a heap leach facility that will process the tailings.

Stornoway Diamond Corporation is a Canadian company engaged in the mining, acquisition, and exploration of diamond properties. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Longueuil, Canada, its principal asset is the fully-owned Renard Mine, located in north-central Quebec, which is on track to become the province's first diamond mine. The company is focused on growth through the development of its flagship asset as well as a portfolio of exploration projects across Canada, including properties such as Adamantin, Qilalugaq, and Pikoo. Stornoway aims to enhance its position in the diamond industry by leveraging its exploration and development capabilities in one of the world's most favorable mining jurisdictions.

Victoria Gold Corp. is a mining company focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties, primarily targeting gold deposits. Its flagship asset is the Dublin Gulch property in central Yukon, Canada, which encompasses the Eagle and Olive-Shamrock gold deposits over an area of approximately 555 square kilometers. The Eagle Gold Mine Project, located about 375 kilometers north of Whitehorse, is an open-pit, heap leach operation that exemplifies the company's commitment to gold mining. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Victoria Gold Corp. was formerly known as Victoria Resource Corporation before rebranding in 2008.

Cordoba Minerals Corp. is a mineral exploration company focused on making the next world-class copper gold discovery in Colombia. The Company's San Matias Project is located within the Department of Córdoba, Colombia, 200 km north of Medellin. In July 2017, Cordoba Minerals acquired 100% ownership interest in San Matias from High Power Exploration Inc. (“HPX”), a private mineral exploration company indirectly controlled by mining entrepreneur Robert Friedland's Ivanhoe Industries, LLC. HPX now owns a 67% economic interest in Cordoba Minerals

Trevali Mining operates as a zinc-focused base metals mining company with one producing operation in Peru and another currently undergoing commissioning in Canada. In Peru, the company is actively producing zinc and lead-silver concentrates from its 2,000-tonne-per-day Santander mine. In Canada, Trevali owns the Caribou mine and mill, Halfmile mine, and Stratmat deposit all located in the Bathurst Mining Camp of northern New Brunswick. The company is currently commissioning its 3,000-tonne-per-day Caribou mine.

Guyana Goldfields Inc. is a Canadian company dedicated to the exploration and production of gold, primarily within the Guiana Shield in South America. Incorporated in 1994 and based in Toronto, the company has been active in Guyana since 1996, focusing on the exploration and development of gold deposits. Its key asset is the Aurora Gold Mine, along with advanced exploration projects in various stages of development. The company aims to maintain a strong presence in the Aurora and Aranka Properties, where it continually engages in exploration and development activities. As of August 2020, Guyana Goldfields operates as a subsidiary of Zijin Mining Group Company Limited.

Klondex Mines (TSX: KDX; NYSE MKT:KLDX) is on the path to building a leading integrated gold and silver producer focused in North Central Nevada. The company is producing from its Midas mine and operating an ongoing bulk sampling program at its Fire Creek high-grade gold project. Midas, Klondex's newly acquired operating mine and milling facility are located ~100 miles north of Fire Creek. Klondex's secondary focus is acquiring, exploring, and developing other gold and silver properties in Nevada. Currently, Klondex has three other gold exploration properties, and it reviews and considers other projects for inclusion.

Sandstorm is a gold streaming and royalty company. Sandstorm provides upfront financing to gold mining companies that are looking for capital and in return, receives the right to a percentage of the gold produced from a mine, for the life of the mine. Sandstorm has acquired a portfolio of 160 streams and royalties, of which 20 of the underlying mines are producing. Sandstorm plans to grow and diversify its low cost production profile through the acquisition of additional gold streams and royalties.

Bear Creek Mining Corporation is an exploration-stage company. The Company is engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of precious and base metal properties in Peru.

Primero Mining Corp. is a Canadian-based precious metals producer that owns 100% of the San Dimas gold-silver mine and the Cerro del Gallo gold-silver-copper development project in Mexico and 100% of the Black Fox mine and adjoining properties in the Township of Black River-Matheson near Timmins, Ontario, Canada. Primero offers immediate exposure to un-hedged, below average cash cost gold production with a substantial resource base in politically stable jurisdictions. The Company is focused on becoming a leading intermediate gold producer by building a portfolio of high quality, low cost precious metals assets in the Americas.

Sabina Gold & Silver Corp. is a mining company based in Vancouver, Canada, focused on the exploration and development of precious metal resources, primarily gold. The company's main assets include the Back River gold project, which encompasses several properties such as Goose, George, Boulder, and Boot, along with a port facility at Bathurst Inlet in southwestern Nunavut. Additionally, Sabina holds a silver royalty on the Hackett River project, which spans over 10,600 hectares in Nunavut. Established in 1966, the company aims to become a significant gold producer through the phased development of its projects in politically stable mining regions.

Sandstorm is a gold streaming and royalty company. Sandstorm provides upfront financing to gold mining companies that are looking for capital and in return, receives the right to a percentage of the gold produced from a mine, for the life of the mine. Sandstorm has acquired a portfolio of 160 streams and royalties, of which 20 of the underlying mines are producing. Sandstorm plans to grow and diversify its low cost production profile through the acquisition of additional gold streams and royalties.

TMAC Resources Inc. is a Canadian mineral exploration and development company focused on gold mining. The company holds a 100% interest in the Hope Bay Project, which spans 1,101 square kilometers in the Kitikmeot region of western Nunavut Territory. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Toronto, TMAC Resources aims to explore, develop, and mine the significant resource potential of the Hope Bay greenstone belt, which is recognized as a promising site for future gold production. The company is committed to responsible and economically sustainable practices in its mining operations.

Guyana Goldfields Inc. is a Canadian company dedicated to the exploration and production of gold, primarily within the Guiana Shield in South America. Incorporated in 1994 and based in Toronto, the company has been active in Guyana since 1996, focusing on the exploration and development of gold deposits. Its key asset is the Aurora Gold Mine, along with advanced exploration projects in various stages of development. The company aims to maintain a strong presence in the Aurora and Aranka Properties, where it continually engages in exploration and development activities. As of August 2020, Guyana Goldfields operates as a subsidiary of Zijin Mining Group Company Limited.

Mercator Minerals is a natural resource company focused on the mining, development, and exploration of mineral properties primarily in the United States and Mexico. The company operates the Mineral Park mine, a copper and molybdenum producer located near Kingman, Arizona. Additionally, it is engaged in the exploration and development of the El Pilar copper project in Northern Mexico and the El Creston molybdenum project, also situated in Northern Mexico. Mercator Minerals contributes to the supply chain of essential metals through its efficient extraction and processing methods, aiming to enhance its portfolio and revenue from mineral resources.

Sandstorm is a gold streaming and royalty company. Sandstorm provides upfront financing to gold mining companies that are looking for capital and in return, receives the right to a percentage of the gold produced from a mine, for the life of the mine. Sandstorm has acquired a portfolio of 160 streams and royalties, of which 20 of the underlying mines are producing. Sandstorm plans to grow and diversify its low cost production profile through the acquisition of additional gold streams and royalties.

Midas Gold Corp. is engaged in mineral exploration in the United States, focusing primarily on gold deposits along with by-products such as antimony and silver. The company is notable for its ownership of the Stibnite Gold Project, located in Valley County, Idaho, within a historically significant mining district. The project is backed by an independent pre-feasibility study, which indicates its potential as a large-scale, long-life, and low-cost open pit gold mine. With considerable funding and substantial high-grade gold reserves, the Stibnite Gold Project represents a significant development opportunity in North America. Midas Gold aims to balance its mining operations with environmental stewardship, contributing to the local community while ensuring responsible resource management.

Altius Minerals Corporation is a diversified mining royalty and streaming company based in St. John's, Canada. Founded in 1997, it holds royalty and streaming interests in 15 operating mines primarily located in Canada and Brazil. The company’s portfolio encompasses a variety of commodities, including copper, zinc, nickel, cobalt, iron ore, precious metals, potash, and coal. Altius is focused on expanding its royalty business through prospect generation and the acquisition of additional royalties. Additionally, the company holds development stage royalties in renewable energy and pre-development stage royalty interests in various mineral commodities. The majority of its revenue is derived from its mineral royalties segment.