Skeena Gold & Silver Completes Permitting Process for Eskay Creek
Skeena Gold & Silver Completes Permitting Process for Eskay Creek
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 03, 2026 -- Skeena Resources Limited (TSX: SKE, NYSE: SKE) (“Skeena Gold &
Silver”, “Skeena” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce receipt of the Environmental Management Act (“EMA”) Permit from
the British Columbia Ministry of Environment and Parks for its 100%-owned Eskay Creek Gold-Silver Project (“Eskay” or the
“Project”). Receipt of the EMA Permit completes the permitting process for Eskay Creek and represents the final regulatory
approval required to advance the Project into commercial development, with mining operations targeted to restart in the second
quarter of 2027. The permit was jointly approved with the Tahltan Central Government and was submitted as part of a joint
application together with the B.C. Mines Act Permit (“MA”) that was received by the Company on January 27, 2026.
Honourable Jagrup Brar, Minister of Mining and Critical Minerals, stated, “I congratulate Skeena on reaching this
important milestone with the receipt of the final permit to commence full-scale construction at Eskay Creek. This
achievement represents a significant step forward in responsible resource development that supports jobs, strengthens
local economies, and aligns with our shared commitment to environmental stewardship. We look forward to the positive
contributions this project will bring to British Columbia’s mining sector and to the communities it supports.”
Randy Reichert, Chief Executive Officer of Skeena, commented, “Receiving the final permits is a pivotal milestone
for our team and a testament to years of rigorous planning, collaboration, and commitment to responsible development.
We are deeply grateful to our employees, the Tahltan Nation and the regulatory authorities for their ongoing support
throughout this process. With this approval in hand, we are well-positioned to advance toward construction and long-
term value creation for all stakeholders.”
About Skeena
Skeena is a leading precious metals developer that is focused on advancing the Eskay Creek Gold-Silver Project – a past
producing mine located in the renowned Golden Triangle in British Columbia, Canada. Eskay Creek will be one of the highest-
grade and lowest cost open-pit precious metals mines in the world, with substantial silver by-product production that
surpasses many primary silver mines. Skeena is committed to sustainable mining practices and maximizing the potential of
its mineral resources. In partnership with the Tahltan Nation, Skeena strives to foster positive relationships with Indigenous
communities while delivering long-term value and sustainable growth for its stakeholders.
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Skeena Gold & Silver,
Walter Coles Randy Reichert
Executive Chairman President & CEO
For further information, please contact:
Galina Meleger
Vice President Investor Relations
T: 604-684-8725
W: www.skeenagoldsilver.com
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including the construction budget, schedule and required funding in respect thereof; the timing for and the Company's progress
towards commencement of commercial production; and the results of the Definitive Feasibility Study, processing capacity of
the mine, anticipated mine life, probable reserves, estimated project capital and operating costs, sustaining costs, results of
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include, among others: the inherent risks involved in exploration and development of mineral properties, including permitting
and other government approvals; the receipt and timing of the environmental assessment certificate,; changes in economic
conditions, including changes in the price of gold and other key variables; changes in mine plans and other factors, including
accidents, equipment breakdown, bad weather and other project execution delays, many of which are beyond the control of
the Company; environmental risks and unanticipated reclamation expenses; and other risk factors identified in the Company’s
MD&A for the year ended December 31, 2024, its most recently filed interim MD&A, the AIF dated March 31, 2025 the
Company’s short form base shelf prospectus dated March 19, 2025, and in the Company’s other periodic filings with securities
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