Riverside Resources and Questcorp Mining Execute Definitive Option Agreement for La Union Project, Sonora, Mexico
MWN-AI** Summary
Riverside Resources Inc. has announced the execution of a definitive option agreement with Questcorp Mining Inc. for the La Union Project, located in Sonora, Mexico. This agreement follows an earlier release from September 2024, reaffirming Riverside's commitment to advancing this 2,520.2-hectare carbonate replacement gold-polymetallic project.
Riverside’s CEO, John-Mark Staude, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting the substantial potential of La Union and the secured up to C$5.5 million in exploration funding from Questcorp. The agreement entails Questcorp gaining a 100% interest in the project through a series of cash payments totaling CAD $100,000, equity stakes of up to 19.9%, and the commitment to invest C$5.5 million in exploration expenditures over four years.
The La Union Project is recognized as a highly prospective area within the western Sonora gold belt, based on extensive geological studies and previous explorations conducted in collaboration with notable mining partners such as AngloGold Ashanti and Centerra Gold. Historical mining activities at the project have focused on upper oxide zones, suggesting immediate targets for further drilling in the underlying sulfide zones.
Under the terms of the option agreement, Riverside will continue as the project operator, leveraging its local team expertise. The initial phase of exploration, with a first-year budget of C$1 million, aims to capitalize on identified drill-ready targets, including the Union and Famosa mines.
Riverside’s growing portfolio, backed by strong financials, indicates a promising trajectory for both the company and the La Union Project, further bolstered by the strategic partnership with Questcorp. This collaboration is expected to enhance exploration and development efforts in the region significantly.
MWN-AI** Analysis
Riverside Resources Inc. (TSXV: RRI) has recently finalized a strategic option agreement with Questcorp Mining Inc. involving the La Union Project in Sonora, Mexico. This move represents a significant advancement in Riverside's exploration strategy, granting Questcorp the opportunity to invest C$5.5 million into the project, which is poised to enhance asset value through targeted exploration.
Investors should take note of the potential upsides associated with this agreement. The La Union project, which spans 2,520.2 hectares, has been recognized as highly prospective for carbonate replacement deposits (CRDs). Historical workings and geological similarities to productive mines in nearby regions underscore its potential. Riverside's proactive approach in consolidating this land package and preparing a comprehensive NI 43-101 Technical Report reflects its commitment to unlocking the value trapped within these assets.
The option agreement lays out an attractive pathway: Questcorp can acquire a 100% interest in La Union through initial cash payments, share issuances, and a commitment to exploration expenditures over several years. Notably, Riverside will operate the exploration program, ensuring that its local expertise benefits project advancement while also acquiring a 9.9% equity stake in Questcorp. This equity participation aligns Riverside’s interests with those of Questcorp, positioning the company for potential future profits.
However, potential investors should remain cautious. While the projected exploration successes are promising, mining investments carry inherent risks, including fluctuating commodity prices and operational challenges. Furthermore, the approval from the Canadian Securities Exchange is needed for some terms in the option agreement, which adds an element of uncertainty.
Overall, Riverside Resources represents a compelling investment opportunity within the mining sector, driven by its commitment to exploration success and a deep understanding of the Mexican mining landscape. Investors should carefully consider the potential rewards while keeping an eye on broader market dynamics and risks.
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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 6, 2025) - Riverside Resources Inc. (TSXV: RRI) (OTCQB: RVSDF) (FSE: 5YY) ("Riverside" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce that further to its press release dated September 6, 2024, Riverside's wholly-owned subsidiary, RRM Exploracion, S.A.P.I. DE C.V. (the "Vendor") has entered into a definitive option agreement (the "Option Agreement") with Questcorp Mining Inc. ("Questcorp") dated May 5, 2025, for the 2,520.2 hectare La Union carbonate replacement gold- polymetallic project (the "Project" or "La Union") located in Sonora, Mexico (the "Transaction").
"We are thrilled to finalize this agreement for the La Union Project, which is a strong asset in Riverside's portfolio. Securing up to C$5,500,000 in exploration funding from Questcorp is an excellent step forward in advancing this larger Carbonate Replacement Deposit ("CRD") project," said John-Mark Staude, CEO of Riverside Resources. "Riverside is pleased to have the updated NI 43-101 Technical Report completed and we see an active exploration program launching in the coming weeks with Riverside as the Operator of the exploration program. Riverside is expected to become a shareholder of Questcorp with an initial 9.9% equity interest, subject to final approval by the Canadian Securities Exchange or confirmation that such approval is not required. The first-year work program of C$1,000,000 in exploration expenditures will launch the first round of exploration at the project."
The La Union Project
The Project is summarized on the Riverside website and is a project that Riverside acquired and further consolidated additional inlier mineral claims. The Project initially identified from Riverside's work in the western Sonora gold belt through work with AngloGold Ashanti Limited, Centerra Gold Inc., and Hochshild Mining Plc, among others as partners and funding relationships for gold exploration. Initial work by members of the Riverside team, drawing on more than two decades of geological compilation and analysis, identified this region as highly prospective. At the Project, historical mining by the Penoles Mining Company focused on chimney and manto replacement bodies within the upper oxide zones. As a result, the underlying sulfide zones present immediate drill targets for further exploration.
Riverside has spent the past five years consolidating this highly prospective land package, which totals over 22 square kilometers. The Project features favorable limestone host rocks, an extensive alteration footprint, and multiple small-scale historical workings, providing more than eight drill-ready target areas. Key immediate targets include the central Union Mine and the nearby Famosa Mine. With drive-up access, private ranch surface rights, and strong geologic similarities to other major CRDs in Arizona and eastern Mexico, La Union is well positioned for near-term exploration success targeting both oxide and deeper sulfide mineralization.
The Option Agreement
In accordance with the terms of the Transaction, Questcorp can acquire a one-hundred percent (100%) interest in the Project in consideration for completion of a series of cash payments totaling $100,000 CAD, making staged issuances of common shares of Questcorp totaling 19.9%, and incurring $5,500,000 CAD of exploration expenditures on the Project as outlined immediately below:
| Deadline | Cash Payment | Share Issuance | Exploration Expenditures |
| Within two (2) business days of the date of the Option Agreement | $25,000 | N/A | N/A |
| On the Effective Date(1) | N/A | 9.9%(2) | N/A |
| On or before the first anniversary of the Effective Date | N/A | 14.9%(2)(3) | $1,000,000 |
| On or before the second anniversary of the Effective Date | $25,000 | 19.9%(2)(3) | $1,250,000 |
| On or before the third anniversary of the Effective Date | $25,000 | 19.9%(2)(3) | $1,500,000 |
| On or before the fourth anniversary of the Effective Date | $25,000 | 19.9%(2)(3) | $1,750,000 |
| Total | $100,000 | 19.9%(2)(3) | $5,500,000 |
Notes:
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During the term of the Option Agreement, Riverside, through the Vendor, will remain the program operator for the Project using its local team based in Hermosillo, Sonora. Following exercise of the option under the Option Agreement, Questcorp will grant Riverside a two-and-one half percent (2.5%) net smelter return royalty on commercial production from the Project.
Figure 1. Geologic map with the tenure of the Union internal concession shown in pink. Manto and chimney type CRD targets are shown as red polygons. Riverside now controls all mineral tenures on this map.
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Figure 2. Cross section looking west with proposed drill sites and drillhole traces. Assays from Riverside's sampling of rock dump materials from the two mine areas are labeled in black. Red areas are interpreted as manto and chimney target bodies that are now well defined and drill ready. Assays shown on figures 1 and 2 have been previously released and disclosed as summarized below the geochemical QA/QC.
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Qualified Person & QA/QC:
The scientific and technical data contained in this news release pertaining to the Project was reviewed and approved by Freeman Smith, P.Geo, VP Exploration, a non-independent qualified person to Riverside Resources Inc., who is responsible for ensuring that the information provided in this news release is accurate and who acts as a "qualified person" under National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
Rock samples from previous exploration programs discussed above at the Project were taken to the Bureau Veritas Laboratories in Hermosillo, Mexico for fire assaying for gold. The rejects remained with Bureau Veritas in Mexico while the pulps were transported to Bureau Veritas laboratory in Vancouver, BC, Canada for 45 element ICP/ES-MS analysis using 4-acid digestion methods. A QA/QC program was implemented as part of the sampling procedures for the exploration program. Standards were randomly inserted into the sample stream prior to being sent to the laboratory.
About Riverside Resources Inc.:
Riverside is a well-funded exploration company driven by value generation and discovery. The Company has over $4M in cash, no debt and less than 75M shares outstanding with a strong portfolio of gold-silver and copper assets and royalties in North America. Riverside has extensive experience and knowledge operating in Mexico and Canada and leverages its large database to generate a portfolio of prospective mineral properties. Riverside has properties available for option, with information available on the Company's website at www.rivres.com.
ON BEHALF OF RIVERSIDE RESOURCES INC.
"John-Mark Staude"
Dr. John-Mark Staude, President & CEO
For additional information contact:
| John-Mark Staude President, CEO Riverside Resources Inc. info@rivres.com Phone: (778) 327-6671 Fax: (778) 327-6675 Web: www.rivres.com | Eric Negraeff Corporate Communications Riverside Resources Inc. Eric@rivres.com Phone: (778) 327-6671 TF: (877) RIV-RES1 Web: www.rivres.com |
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