Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - March 27, 2025) - Argyle Resources Corp. (CSE: ARGL) (OTCQB: ARLYF) (FSE: ME0) ("Argyle" or the "Company")") is pleased to announce the engagement of Stronghold Mining Services to carry out the Phase 1 exploration program at the Company's newly acquired Saint Gabriel Silica Project, located in Québec, Canada. The Phase 1 exploration will focus on advancing the understanding of the potential of the project and identifying targets for a potential future phase 2 drill program at Saint Gabriel.
Stronghold Mining Services will oversee and execute phase 1 which will include comprehensive site visits and prospecting activities. Key tasks for this phase of exploration will include:
XRF Analysis: Stronghold will perform X-ray fluorescence ("XRF") analysis at sampling locations to assess the purity of the silica and record detailed data on its grade.
GIS-Based Purity Mapping: The team will develop a GIS-based preliminary purity indication map, using data from the XRF analysis, to visualize the distribution of silica purity across the project area.
Prospecting & Chip Sample Collection: The exploration team will conduct detailed prospecting and collect chip samples to better understand the geology and potential of the silica deposit.
Bulk Sample Extraction: Bulk samples weighing 150 lbs each will be extracted from target zones within the project area. These samples will undergo detailed testing to assess silica grade and impurities.
Refining Purity Maps: Field and lab data will be integrated to refine the purity maps and highlight high-purity zones that have potential for further development.
Once the field activities are complete, a comprehensive report will be delivered, covering the results from the fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and specific recommendations for advancing to Phase 2 exploration.
Figure 1: Property Location Map of Saint Gabriel and Matapédia in the La Rédemption region of Québec
"We are thrilled to begin this important Phase 1 exploration program at the Saint Gabriel Silica Project with the support of Stronghold Mining Services," said Jeff Stevens, CEO of Argyle Resources Corp. "The data gathered during this program will be crucial for identifying high-purity silica zones and guiding our future exploration efforts. We are committed to advancing the project in a responsible and efficient manner to unlock its full potential."
The Phase 1 exploration program is expected to begin imminently and will include a variety of field activities to assess the geological and environmental conditions at the site. The data gathered from this phase will help guide future exploration and development activities aimed at defining the resource and advancing the project toward production.
Proximity to Argyle's Matapedia Project and Utilization of Pilot Plant Facility
The Saint Gabriel Silica Project is located in close proximity to Argyle's Matapédia Project, which offers significant logistical and operational efficiencies. The proximity of these two projects enables the Company to streamline exploration activities, reduce operational costs, and maximize resource development. Additionally, Argyle's pilot plant facility, currently being utilized by the Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique ("INRS") for other Argyle projects in Québec, will be available for processing materials from the Saint Gabriel Silica Project. This facility further enhances the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of Argyle's operations in the region.
About Argyle Resources Corp.
Argyle Resources Corp. is a junior mineral exploration company engaged in the business of acquiring, exploring, staking and evaluating natural resource properties in North America. In addition to the Saint Gabriel project, the Company currently holds an option to acquire up to 100% of the Frenchvale Graphite Property located in Nova Scotia, Canada and owns 100% interest in the Pilgrim Islands, Matapédia and Lac Comporté quartzite silica projects in Québec, Canada. Argyle is engaged in a research partnership with the National Institute of Scientific Research (INRS), a high-level research and training institute funded by the Québec government to conduct exploration programs on the Company's silica projects. The Company was incorporated in 2023 and its head office is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Qualified Person
George Yordanov, P.Geo., Director, reviewed and approved the scientific and technical information disclosed in this press release, acting as the Company's Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101.
All statements included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that Argyle expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Such statements may involve, but are not limited to, statements with respect to the exploration and development of the Company's mineral properties. These forward-looking statements involve numerous assumptions made by Argyle based on its experience, perception of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate in the circumstances. In addition, these statements involve substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties that contribute to the possibility that the predictions, forecasts, projections and other forward-looking statements will prove inaccurate, certain of which are beyond Argyle's control. Readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Except as required by law, Argyle does not intend to revise or update these forward-looking statements after the date hereof or revise them to reflect the occurrence of future unanticipated events.
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