AuMEGA Metals Commences Diamond Drilling on Major Electromagnetic Target at Cape Ray
MWN-AI** Summary
AuMEGA Metals Ltd (ASX: AAM) (TSXV: AUM) (OTCQB: AUMMF) has officially commenced its diamond drilling program at the Cape Ray Project in Newfoundland and Labrador, marking a significant milestone in the company's exploration efforts. The program will target a new airborne electromagnetic (EM) conductor located near the Central Zone, which is known for its high-grade gold deposits. This conductor, measuring approximately 500 by 1,000 meters and previously undrilled, is situated about 500 meters southeast of the Central Zone deposits.
Sam Pazuki, AuMEGA’s CEO, expressed enthusiasm about the drill program, highlighting the importance of previous geological and geophysical work that identified the conductor as a substantial new target. The area surrounding the conductor has historically yielded impressive gold samples, including a notable heavy mineral concentrate reading of 111.5 g/t gold. Despite its potential, the site's coverage has limited exploration.
The drill program is fully funded and will initially deploy a diamond rig, with plans for an additional rig if initial results prove promising. This effort sets the foundation for potential new gold trends parallel to the existing Central Zone. The company also recently completed a till geochemical survey in the Isle aux Morts Granite area, another high-priority target, with results expected shortly.
AuMEGA's strategic focus is evident as they explore the 110-kilometer stretch of the Cape Ray Shear Zone, previously underexplored but recognized as Newfoundland's largest gold structure. The company currently reports a mineral resource of 6.2 million tonnes at an average grade of 2.25 g/t gold. With promising developments on the horizon, AuMEGA aims to maintain its momentum in the Cape Ray Project and potentially discover new mineral deposits.
MWN-AI** Analysis
AuMEGA Metals Ltd's recent announcement regarding the commencement of diamond drilling at its Cape Ray project is an exciting development for investors focusing on gold mining in Canada. The diamond drilling program aims to explore a newly defined airborne electromagnetic (EM) conductor, which could potentially reveal significant new gold deposits. Located near the highly-productive Central Zone, the EM anomaly presents a compelling target with previously untested structures.
Investors should note that the Cape Ray Shear Zone is recognized as Newfoundland’s largest identifiable gold structure, hinting at the substantial potential of this area. AuMEGA's track record, supported by high-grade historical results, strengthens confidence in the company's exploration strategy. With an existing resource of 6.2 million tonnes grading an average of 2.25 g/t gold, the exploration will likely attract investor interest, especially if drilling results validate the new target’s potential.
Moreover, the fully funded nature of the drilling program underscores AuMEGA's commitment to advancing its exploration efforts without financial strain. The initial phase will focus on priority structures within the newly identified conductor, which not only reinforces the company’s operational viability but also mitigates risk for shareholders.
Market players should keep an eye on upcoming results from the till geochemical survey in the Isle aux Morts Granite area. Positive results could further bolster the company’s growth trajectory and induce upward movement in its stock price.
In summary, with strategic exploration initiatives underway and significant potential for new discoveries, AuMEGA Metals presents a speculative opportunity for investors in the gold sector. However, as with all investments in resource exploration, potential risks should be carefully considered against the company's promising outlook.
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Edmonton, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - November 17, 2025) - AuMEGA Metals Ltd (ASX: AAM) (TSXV: AUM) (OTCQB: AUMMF) ("AuMEGA" or "the Company") is pleased to announce the commencement of a highly anticipated diamond drilling program at its Cape Ray Project in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada - a major step in unlocking the next phase of discovery across its district-scale land package (Figure 1).
AuMEGA's systematic exploration strategy continues to generate compelling targets across the Cape Ray Shear Zone ("CRSZ"). This program will focus on a large, newly defined airborne electromagnetic ("EM") conductor located in the immediate hangingwall of the Central Zone - a proven high-grade gold system (Figure 2)1.
The conductor, measuring approximately 500 metres by 1,000 metres and open along strike, is located 500 metres southeast of the Company's high-grade Central Zone deposits, and yet has never been drill tested (Figure 2).
Figure 1: AuMEGA Metals Portfolio on the Cape Ray Shear Zone and Hermitage Flexure
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AuMEGA Metal's Managing Director and CEO, Sam Pazuki, commented:
"We are very excited about this drill program. Our extensive till geochemistry, high-resolution geophysics, and structural interpretation have converged to deliver a compelling new drill target located near our existing high-grade gold resource at Central Zone.
What makes this area so exciting is that it was historically overlooked due to no surface exposure, yet it sits on a similar structural network that hosts the Central Zone. The area historically delivered a standout 111.5 g/t gold heavy mineral concentrate sample2 on the flank of this new conductor, and now, with a significant EM anomaly mapped, we are stepping in with the first ever drill holes.
This fully funded drill program, the identification of several drill targets within the EM anomaly as well as the previously announced new multi-kilometre gold corridor identified at Cape Ray West marks the beginning of what we believe is a new chapter of discovery at the Cape Ray Gold Project."
Targeting a Potential New Mineralised Trend
The drill program will initially test priority structures interpreted within the EM anomaly, believed to represent a potential new gold-bearing trend parallel to Central Zone. With the target almost entirely undercover and unexplored, the opportunity to deliver a brand-new discovery is significant.
The program is fully funded. Drilling will begin with one diamond rig, with the option to rapidly scale up to a second rig as results warrant. The Company intends to advance aggressively and maintain momentum through the pre-Christmas field window.
Figure 2: Major Airborne Electromagnetic Anomaly Southeast of the Central Zone deposits3
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Additional Results Expected Soon
The Company also recently completed a till geochemical survey over the Isle aux Morts Granite, another high-priority target within the previously identified multi-kilometre gold corridor4 (Figure 3). Results from this program are expected over the near-term.
Upon receipt, AuMEGA will refine drill locations for Cape Ray West and plans to mobilize for additional drilling if weather and logistics permit. This program is also fully funded.
Figure 3: Cape Ray Project area, till results pending on the Isle aux Morts Granite
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This announcement has been authorised for release by the Company's Board of Directors.
To learn more about the Company, please visit www.aumegametals.com, or contact:
Sam Pazuki, Managing Director & CEO
Canada Phone: +1 780 665 4925
Australia Phone: +61 8 6117 0478
Email: info@aumegametals.com
About the Company
AuMEGA Metals Ltd (ASX: AAM) (TSXV: AUM) (OTCQB: AUMMF) is utilising best-in-class exploration to explore on its district scale land package that spans 110 kilometers along the Cape Ray Shear Zone, a significant under-explored geological feature recognised as Newfoundland, Canada's largest identified gold structure. This zone currently hosts Equinox Gold's Valentine Gold Project, a multi-million-ounce deposit which is the region's largest gold project, along with AuMEGA's expanding Mineral Resource.
The Company is supported by a diverse shareholder registry of prominent global institutional investors, and strategic investment from B2Gold Corp, a significant, intermediate gold producer.
Additionally, AuMEGA holds a 27-kilometre stretch of the highly prospective Hermitage Flexure and has also secured an Option Agreement for the Blue Cove Copper Project in southeastern Newfoundland, which exhibits strong potential for copper and other base metals.
AuMEGA's Cape Ray Shear Zone hosts several dozen high potential targets along with its existing defined gold Mineral Resource of 6.2 million tonnes grading an average of 2.25 g/t, totaling 450,000 ounces of Indicated Resources, and 3.4 million tonnes grading an average of 1.44 g/t, totaling 160,000 ounces in Inferred Resources5.
AuMEGA acknowledges the financial support of the Junior Exploration Assistance Program, Department of Industry, Energy and Technology, Provincial Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Reference to Previous Announcements
In relation to this news release, all data used to assess targets have been previously disclosed by the Company and referenced in previous JORC Table 1 releases. Please see announcements dated: 16 October 2025, 2 October 2025 and 30 May 2023 as well as Newfoundland and Labrador Mineral Assessment Report #011O/0326 submitted by Dolphin Exploration Ltd in 1988.
In relation to the Mineral Resource estimate announced on 30 May 2023, the Company confirms that all material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates in that announcement continue to apply and have not materially changed. The Company confirms that the form and context in which the Competent Person's findings are presented have not been materially modified from the original market announcement.
Competent Person's Statements
Geophysics
AuMEGA contracted Axiom Exploration Group Ltd. in conjunction with RPM Aerial Services and Breton Air to fly a TDEM survey using Axiom's proprietary 30Hz XciteTM TDEM system which collected both time domain electromagnetic and magnetic data simultaneously. Flight lines were spaced 100 metres apart at an orientation of 152-332° with tie lines spaced at 1000 metres at an orientation of 62-242°. The survey covered a total area of 59.5 square kilometres.
Historic Results
Some data disclosed in this news release is related to historical sampling. The company has not independently analyzed the results in order to verify the results; however, the Company considers these historical results relevant as the Company is using this data as a guide to plan exploration programs. The full results of the historical work referenced in this release can be accessed online.
Qualified Person
The scientific and technical information in this press release was reviewed and approved by Shamus Duff, P. Geo., Project Geologist. Mr. Duff is a Qualified Person as defined under National Instrument 43-101 and a Professional Geologist registered with Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador (PEGNL). Mr. Duff consents to the publication of this press release and certifies that the information is provided fairly and accurately represents the scientific and technical information disclosed within it.
1 2 October 2025 & 30 May 2023 News Release
2 2 October 2025 News Release
3 2 October 2025 News Release
4 16 October 2025 News Release
5 News release dated 30 May 2023
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