Onyx Gold Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Vice President, Investor Relations
February 3rd, 2026 NR# 04-2026
NEWS RELEASE
Onyx Gold Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of
Vice President, Investor Relations
Vancouver, BC – February 3rd, 2026 – Onyx Gold Corp. (“Onyx” or the "Company") (TSX-V:
ONYX, OTCQX: ONXGF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Vanessa Pickering as Vice
President, Investor Relations, effective immediately.
“I am very pleased to welcome Vanessa to Onyx’s senior management team,” said Brock
Colterjohn, President & CEO of Onyx Gold Corp. “As Onyx continues to deliver strong exploration
results and advance one of the most compelling new gold discoveries in Timmi ns, alongside a
highly prospective district-scale portfolio in the Yukon, it is critical that our story is communicated
clearly, consistently, and credibly to the investment community.”
“Vanessa brings a proven track record of building investor awareness, supporting institutional
ownership, and guiding companies through key value-creation milestones. Importantly, she also
brings deep experience in the Yukon and a strong understanding of community and First Nations
engagement, which is essential as we responsibly advance our exploration programs and build
long-term value. Her addition to the team comes at a pivotal time for Onyx as we continue to grow
and execute.”
In her role, Ms. Pickering will work closely with the executive team to lead Onyx’s investor relations
strategy, including engagement with shareholders, institutional investors, analysts and other
stakeholders as the Company advances its high-impact exploration programs in Timmins, Ontario
and the Yukon.
Vanessa Pickering – Vice President, Investor Relations
Ms. Pickering brings more than 20 years of experience in the mineral exploration and mining
sector, with extensive expertise in investor relations, corporate communications, and capital
markets across exploration, development, and production-stage companies.
Most recently, Ms. Pickering served as Manager, Investor Relations at Orezone Gold Corp., where
she supported the company’s evolution from a single- asset developer into a multi -asset gold
producer. Prior to her position at Orezone, she was Manager, Corporate Communications and
Development at IDM Mining Ltd. until its acquisition in March 2019.
Earlier in her career, Ms. Pickering spent more than seven years at ATAC Resources Ltd., where
she developed long- standing experience in Yukon- based exploration, stakeholder
communications, and meaningful engagement with local communities and First Nations.
Equity Incentive Grants
The Company also announces the following issuances as of today, pursuant to the Company’s
omnibus incentive plan:
• 1,010,000 restricted share units (“RSUs”) to directors and officers of the Company, including
75,000 RSU’s issued to Ms. Pickering. Each RSU entitles the holder to acquire one Share of
the Company on vesting. All of the above RSUs are subject to the following vesting schedule:
one-third vesting 12 months after the grant date; one- third vesting 24 months after the grant
date; and one-third vesting 36 months after the grant date.
• 1,415,000 incentive stock options (the “Options”) granted to officers, directors and employees
of the Company at an exercise price of $1.65 per share for the purchase of 1,415,000 common
shares for a period of five years. This Options issuance includes 100,000 options granted to
Ms. Pickering. All of the Options are subject to the Company's vesting provisions.
The above RSU and stock option issuances are subject to regulatory approval.
About Onyx Gold
Onyx Gold Corp. (TSXV: ONYX | OTCQX: ONXGF) is a Canadian exploration company focused
on unlocking district -scale gold opportunities in two of the country’s most prolific and proven
mining jurisdictions — Timmins, Ontario, and Yukon Territory.
In the Timmins Gold Camp, Onyx controls an extensive portfolio anchored by the Munro-Croesus
Property, host to the historic high- grade Croesus Mine and site of the Company’s recent Argus
North discovery — one of the most exciting new gold zones emerging in the camp.
Complementing Munro-Croesus are two large, early -stage projects — Golden Mile, a 140 km²
property situated just 9 km from Newmont’s multi -million-ounce Hoyle Pond Mine, and Timmins
South, a 187 km² land package strategically positioned around the Shaw Dome structure, offering
exceptional discovery potential.
Beyond Ontario, Onyx holds a commanding land position across four properties in Yukon’s
Selwyn Basin, an area rapidly gaining recognition for new gold discoveries and growing
exploration investment. The Company’s King Tut Property sits approximately 50km south of
Snowline Gold Corp.’s Valley discovery and adjacent to Fireweed Metals Corp.’s MacPass
property.
Led by an experienced team with a strong track record of discovery, development, and value
creation, Onyx Gold is well funded and committed to delivering shareholder value through
disciplined exploration, strategic growth, and responsible resource development.
On Behalf of Onyx Gold Corp.
“Brock Colterjohn”
President & CEO
For further information, please visit the Onyx Gold Corp. website at www.onyxgold.com or contact:
Brock Colterjohn, President & CEO
or
Vanessa Pickering – [email protected]
Phone: 1-604-283-3341
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.onyxgold.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onyx-gold-corp
X: https://x.com/OnyxGoldCorp
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the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of
this release.