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Arya Resources Appoints Capital Markets Leader Cathy Hume to Board of Directors

Corporate Updates

Arya Resources Appoints Capital Markets Leader Cathy Hume to Board of Directors

VANCOUVER, BC — June 22, 2026 – Arya Resources (TSXV: RBZ) (“Arya” or the "Company") is

pleased to announce the appointment of Cathy Hume to its Board of Directors. Cathy Hume has built

her career in Investor Relations, specializing in emerging companies, by recognizing their intrinsic

needs from the perspective of a Toronto retail stockbroker, a position she held for 11 years. Cathy’s

integrity and approachable nature have built lasting business relationships and helped her IR

portfolio grow exclusively through referrals since 1993.

In 1990, she served on the audit committee of the University of Guelph's board of directors for six

years. Years later, she was an instructor of Ryerson University’s course “Resource Valuation,

Financing, and Investor Relations” oƯered by The Chang School of Business as part of its Certificate

in Mining Management. She currently serves on the Program Advisory Committee for Seneca

Polytechnic's Investor Relations – Financial Communications Program. She is also a mentor/judge

in External Business for the Ted Rogers Leadership Centre. Cathy has volunteered over the years,

supporting several not-for-profit organizations and professional associations. A dedicated industry

advocate, Ms. Hume has served multiple terms on the PDAC Board of Directors and was Co-Chair

of Women in Mining Toronto.

"We are pleased to welcome Cathy to Arya's Board of Directors, " said Rasool Mohammad, President

and CEO of Arya Resources. "Cathy brings an exceptional combination of capital markets expertise,

corporate governance experience, and industry relationships. Her insight into investor engagement

and public company strategy will be invaluable as we continue advancing the Wedge Lake Project

and building long-term value for our shareholders. "

"I am honoured to join the Board of Arya Resources at such an exciting stage in the Company's

growth, " said Cathy Hume. "Arya has assembled a strong technical team and is generating

encouraging exploration results at Wedge Lake. I look forward to working with the Board and

management team to help increase market awareness, strengthen shareholder engagement, and

support the Company's long-term success. "

The Company also announces that it has granted 155,000 incentive stock options to certain oƯicers

and directors of the Company, pursuant to its Stock Option Plan. The options are exercisable at a

price to be determined in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange and are subject

to the terms of the Company's Stock Option Plan and regulatory approval.

The Company further announces that Mr. J. Paul Sorbara has resigned from the Board of Directors of

Arya Resources. The Company would like to thank Mr. Sorbara for his service and contributions as a

Director and wishes him continued success in his future endeavours.

About Arya Resources Ltd. (TSXV: RBZ)

Arya Resources Ltd. is a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on the acquisition,

exploration, and development of precious and critical-metal projects in Saskatchewan. The

Company is advancing its flagship Wedge Lake Gold Project and its Dunlop Nickel-Copper-Cobalt

Project, both located in mining-friendly jurisdictions with excellent infrastructure.

As a Tier 2 issuer on the TSX Venture Exchange, Arya is committed to building shareholder value

through discovery-driven exploration, disciplined execution, and responsible development. For more

information, please visit us at www.aryaresourcesltd.com.

On behalf of the Board of Directors:

Rasool Mohammad, President and CEO

For more information, please contact:

Arya Resources Ltd.

Rasool Mohammad, President and CEO

E: [email protected]

T: (604) 868-7737

CHF Capital Markets

Cathy Hume, CEO

E: cathy@chfir.com

T: (416) 868-1079 x 251

Twitter: @ARYARESOURCES

Facebook: @AryaResourcesLtd.

LinkedIn: @AryaResourcesLtd.

YouTube: @ARYARESOURCES

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the

policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news

release.

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release includes "forward-looking statements" that are subject to assumptions, risks and

uncertainties. Statements in this news release which are not purely historical are forward-looking

statements, including, without limitation, any statements concerning the Company's intentions,

plans, estimates, expectations or beliefs. Although the Company believes that any forward-looking

statements in this news release are reasonable, there can be no assurance that any such forward-

looking statements will prove to be accurate. The Company cautions readers that all forward-looking

statements, including, without limitation to those relating to the Company's future operations and

business prospects, are based on assumptions, none of which can be assured, and are subject to

certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events or results to di Ưer materially from

those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Readers are advised to rely on their own

evaluation of such risks and uncertainties and should not place undue reliance on forward-looking

statements. Any forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release, and the

Company assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons

why actual events or results could or do di Ưer from those projected in the forward -looking

statements. Except as required by law, the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-

looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.