Midland Increases Its Copper Land Position in the Labrador Trough Following the Discovery of New Boulders with High-Grade Copper Mineralization
MIDLAND INCREASES ITS COPPER LAND POSITION IN THE LABRADOR TROUGH
FOLLOWING THE DISCOVERY OF NEW BOULDERS WITH HIGH-GRADE COPPER
MINERALIZATION
Montreal, April 9, 2025. Midland Exploration Inc. (“Midland”) (TSX-V: MD) is pleased to report that 167
mining claims with strong copper potential were designated in the central part of the Labrador Trough,
Quebec ( new “Kuiper” project ; Figures 1A and 1B), following the identification of several highly
favourable parameters for copper (Cu) mineralization on the new project.
Highlights:
• Identification of four (4) very strong unexplained copper anomalies in public lake sediment data,
above the 99.9th percentile, associated with dolomites and grey-black shales of the Dunphy and Lace
Lake formations. One lake sediment sample in particular graded 0.12% Cu , an extreme anomaly
that represents the 9th highest copper grade (raw data) out of nearly 125,000 lake sediment samples
across Quebec.
• Discovery on the project of two (2) mineralized boulders with calc-silicate (skarn-type) alteration
and high-grade copper in the summer of 2024: 5.26% and 1.75% Cu (dolomite); 1.14% Cu (mafic
tuff) in selected grab samples.
• Several historical copper showings hosted in rocks of the Dunphy and Lace Lake formations, located a
few hundred metres from the project.
• 167 mining claims were designated to cover the strong lake sediment copper anomalies, the area where
mineralized boulders were found, and local favourable geological formations.
Cu occurrences on and adjacent to the Kuiper project
During a short reconnaissance campaign in 2024, two (2) mineralized boulders with high-grade copper
were discovered on the Kuiper project (Figure 1B and Figure 2). The two boulders exhibit calc-silicate
alteration with intense tremolite or actinolite (skarn -type) accompanied by pervasive chalcopyrite-
magnetite mineralization. One of the boulders consist of a Dunphy Formation dolomite (5.26% Cu and
1.75% Cu), whereas the second is a mafic tuff of the Lace Lake Formation (1.14% Cu). The source of the
boulders has not yet been discovered but is considered of local origin given what is known about the local
geology. A strong unexplained copper anomaly in lake sediments is adjacent to the mineralized
boulders.
Several historical high -grade copper showings are also located a few hundred metres from the Kuiper
project, in the favourable Dunphy and Lac e Lake geological formations ( Figure 1B). The historical Train
#4 (Crab Lake) showing graded up to 3.71% Cu over 1.8 metres in drill hole. The Lac Cutus-North showing
graded 3.05% Cu over 0.7 metre (trench), whereas the Lac Cutus-South showing graded 0.96% Cu over
3.37 m etres (tr ench). Final ly, a grab sample from the Lac Otelnuk showing graded 11.4% Cu . These
showings are listed in the public SIGÉOM database of the Ministère des Ressources Naturelles et des Forêts
du Québec (“MRNFQ”).
Copper anomalies in lake sediments
The project contains four (4) of the strongest copper anomalies in lake sediments across Quebec, above
the 99.9th percentile for the entire Quebec database. One lake sediment sample in particular graded
0.12% Cu (raw data), an extreme anomaly that represents the 9th highest copper grade (raw data) out of
nearly 125,000 lake sediment samples in all of Quebec. These anomalies remain unexplained by the
mineral occurrences observed in the area to date . Two other very strong anomalies, at the
99.9th percentile, are also located a few hundred metres from the project.
These anomalies and the discover y of boulders with copper mineralization led to the designation of
167 mining claims in two claim blocks totalling 79.7 km2, to form a new project named Kuiper.
Lake sediment data processing
Lake sediment copper anomalies discusse d above are derived from the statistical processing by spatial
regression (regression residuals and residual percentiles) conducted by Midland based on the method used
by the MRNFQ. This method makes it possible to correct metal anomalies to account for natural variations
in the sediment. The samples are derived from data published by the MRNFQ.
Quality control
Rock samples from the project are analyzed at Actlabs laboratories in Ancaster, Ontario, by ICP -MS with
four-acid digestion for metals and by standard fire assay on 50-gram fractions with atomic absorption finish
for gold. Exploration programs are designed, and results are interpreted by Qualified Persons employing a
Quality Assurance/Quality Control program consistent with industry best practic es, including the use of
standards and blanks for every 20 samples.
Cautionary statements
Grab samples are selective by nature and reported values are not necessarily indicative of mineralized zones.
In addition, the true thickness of mineralized intervals cannot be determined with the information currently
available.
Mineralization occurring at deposits and showings mentioned in this press release is not necessarily
indicative of mineralization that may be found on projects held by Midland described in this press release.
About Midland
Midland targets the excellent mineral potential of Quebec to make the discovery of new world -class
deposits of gold and critical metals. Midland is proud to count on reputable partners such as SOQUEM Inc.,
BHP Canada Inc., R io Tinto Exploration Canada Inc., Barrick Gold Corporation, Wallbridge Mining
Company Ltd, Probe Gold Inc., Agnico Eagle Mines Limited, Electric Elements Mining Corp., Nunavik
Mineral Exploration Fund, and Abcourt Mines Inc. Midland prefers to work in part nership and intends to
quickly conclude additional agreements in regard to newly acquired properties. Management is currently
reviewing other opportunities and projects to build up the Company portfolio and generate shareholder
value.
This press release was reviewed and approved by Richard St-Cyr, P.Geo., Exploration Director for Midland
and Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101.
For further information, please consult Midland’s website or contact:
Gino Roger, President and Chief Executive Officer
Tel.: 450 420-5977
Fax: 450 420-5978
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.midlandexploration.com/
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New Kuiper Copper Project
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Kuiper new
project
2 New mineralized
boulders discovered in
2024 up to 5.26 % Cu
Très fortes
anomalies
sédiments lacs Cu
Strong copper
anomaly in bottom
lake sediment
Figure 1A
Figure 1B
Très fortes
anomalies
sédiments lacs Cu
Very strong copper
anomalies in bottom
lake sediment
Très fortes
anomalies
sédiments lacs Cu
Train #4 showing (Crab
Lake) 3.71 % Cu sur 1.8 m
(drillhole)
Lac Cutus-Nord
showing 3.05 % Cu
upon 0.7 m (trench)
Lac Cutus-Sud
showing 0.96 % Cu
upon 3.37 m (trench).
Very strong copper
anomalies in bottom
lake sediment
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2024 New Cu Mineralized Boulders
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C1456050. Bedded mafic boulder with actinolite calco-silicate
alteration (skarn type) and mineralization of chalcopyrite-
magnetite. 1.14 % Cu (selected grab sample).
C1456560. Same dolomite boulder with intense tremolite
calco-silicate alteration (skarn type) and pervasive
mineralization of chalcopyrite-magnetite. 1.75% Cu (selected
grab sample)
C1456561. Dolomite boulder with intense tremolite
calco-silicate alteration (skarn type) and pervasive
mineralization of chalcopyrite-magnetite. 5.25% Cu
(selected grab sample)