Yukon Metals Appoints Vice President Exploration & Vice President Investor Relations
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Yukon Metals Appoints Vice President Exploration
& Vice President Investor Relations
Vancouver, B.C., June 5, 2024. Yukon Metals Corp. (CSE: YMC) is very pleased to announce
the appointment of Helena Kuikka as Vice President, Exploration and Monica Hamm as Vice
President, Investor Relations.
Helena Kuikka - Vice President, Exploration
Helena is a Professional Geoscientist who brings 15 years of comprehensive experience in
the mineral exploration and mining industry in precious and base metal projects. Her
expertise spans Yukon focused exploration strategies, geologic modelling and the
management of both road-accessible and helicopter-supported exploration projects. Notably,
Ms. Kuikka has worked on a variety of deposit styles including Ag-Pb-Zn vein, Pb-Zn Sedex,
Intrusion Related Gold Systems, Tungsten Skarns, and high -grade Au. With a proven track
record in geological assessments and due diligence processes, Helena has provided
technical expertise to multiple prospective M&A initiatives.
Throughout her 13 years with Victoria Gold, Ms. Kuikka has steadily progressed through all
aspects of the mineral exploration process and contributed to significant mineral discoveries,
including the 1M oz+ Au Raven deposit in Yukon, Dublin Gulch. As a Senior Geologist and
VP Exploration she has managed major exploration projects and was a key part of the Eagle
Mine team in developing the Geology and Grade Control programs. Her ability to build and
maintain relationships with local communities and First Nations have been instrumental in
supporting exploration projects.
In addition to her technical expertise, Ms. Kuikka has served on the Yukon Technical Liaison
Committee for Minerals from 2014 -2019 and has engaged stakeholders through technical
talks and presentations over the years. Ms. Kuikka is a member in good standin g with
Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in
Geology from Simon Fraser University.
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Monica Hamm – Vice President, Investor Relations
Monica Hamm brings a diverse skill set to the table with over 20 years of experience in
investor relations and capital markets. She has previously worked as an Investor Relations
professional in the mining industry and has extensive experience in corporate strategy, crisis
management, stakeholder engagement, and corporate communications. Most recently she
was the Regional Advisor at TMX Group for companies listed on the TSX and TSXV. Ms.
Hamm is dedicated to giving back to the IR and mining communities as a volunteer. She is
currently a non-executive director on the board of Women in Mining BC and has previously
held the role of Chair for the Canadian Investor Relations Institute - BC Chapter where she
has also been a long-time member. She is a Certified Sustainability Practitioner and holds a
BSc in Geology from Brandon University
“We’re excited to welcome Helena and Monica to Yukon Metals, as we work to ramp up a
busy exploration season in the Yukon and report on key advancements in the field and
various corporate initiatives” said Rory Quinn, President and Chief Executive Officer.
About Yukon Metals
Yukon Metals represents a property portfolio built on over 30 years of prospecting by the
Berdahl family, the prospecting team behind Snowline Gold’s (SGD) portfolio of
primary gold assets . The Yukon Metals portfolio consists primarily of copper -gold and
silver-lead-zinc assets, with a substantial gold and silver component. The Company is led by
an experienced Board of Directors and Management Team across technical, exploration and
finance disciplines.
Yukon Metals is focused on fostering sustainable growth and prosperity within Yukon's local
communities, while simultaneously enhancing shareholder value. Our strategy centers
around inclusivity and shared prosperity, offering both community members and in vestors
the chance to contribute to, and benefit from, our ventures.
The Yukon
The Yukon ranks 10 th most prospective for mineral potential across global jurisdictions
according to the Fraser Institute and is host to a highly experienced and conscientious local
workforce, created by a long culture of exploration coupled with deep respect for the land.
Recent major discoveries with local roots such as Snowline Gold’s Rogue Project - Valley
Discovery, demonstrate the Yukon’s potential to generate fresh district -scale mining
opportunities.
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For more information about Yukon Metals, please contact:
Rory Quinn, President & CEO
Yukon Metals Corp.
Email: [email protected]
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