XXIX Defines New Area of Economic Potential at Saddle Zone
XXIX Defines New Area of Economic Potential
at Saddle Zone
Highlights:
XXIX defines robust cylindrical body of mineralization extending over 80 metres at Saddle zone.
Notable intersections including 1.21% CuEq over 9.9 metres;
0.62% CuEq over 12.0 metres.
Will deepen the existing pit shell in the Saddle Zone area.
Mineralization is continuous across 140 metres of strike length and reaching up to 190 metres in
vertical depth.
Updated Mineral Resource Estimate for Opemiska is expected to be published soon.
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 22, 2025) - XXIX Metal Corp. (TSXV: XXIX) (OTCQB: QCCUF)
(FSE: 5LW0) ("
XXIX
" or the "
Company
") is pleased to announce that it has identified a new area of
resource potential within the Saddle Zone at its Opemiska Copper Project, located in Quebec. The latest
drill program has outlined the newly interpreted Saddle Zone, which spans approximately 140 metres in
strike length and up to 190 metres in vertical extent.
Saddle Mineralization
The Saddle Zone's primary area of interest represents a robust cylindrical body of mineralization
extending over 80 metres at the intersection of the two northwest-trending late-stage structures.
This
zone has the potential to deepen the existing inferred pit shell in the Saddle Zone area. This new zone
will be evaluated for inclusion in XXIX's forthcoming updated resource estimate.
Geometry and Continuity
Drilling confirms the continuity of mineralization across 140 metres of strike length and up to 190 metres
in vertical depth. Grades and thicknesses are strongest at the western end of the zone and increase at
depth
Structural Interpretation
The Saddle Zone is interpreted to be displaced and duplicated by two northwest-trending late-stage
faults (Saddle 1 and Saddle 2 faults), creating two parallel mineralized zones on either side of the faults.
"The presence of this large, well-mineralized cylindrical body offers the potential for near-term resource
growth and a broader, deeper pit shell in the Saddle zone. This is exactly the type of upside we were
hoping for as we continue to define the Saddle Zone," said Guy Le Bel, CEO of XXIX Metal Corp.
Table 1 - Highlighted Drill Intercepts in the Saddle Zone
(Selected results showing grade, width, and depth distribution)
Hole
From
Length (m)
CuEq %
Cu %
Au g/t
OPM-25-283
120.8
9.9
1.21
1.18
0.046
OPM-25-285
165.0
12.0
0.62
0.60
0.034
OPM-25-286
147.0
3.5
0.36
0.35
0.023
OPM-25-287
186.0
25.5
0.36
0.35
0.02
OPM-25-288
172.5
1.5
0.21
0.20
0.021
OPM-25-290
60.0
9.0
0.22
0.20
0.035
OPM-25-291
46.5
3.0
0.39
0.37
0.039
OPM-25-292
31.5
3.0
0.44
0.35
0.161
Table 2 - Supplementary Intercepts in Saddle 1 and Saddle 2 Fault Zones
(Confirms structural complexity and supports new geological model)
Hole
From
Length (m)
CuEq %
Cu %
Au g/t
OPM-25-284
108.0
21.0
0.72
0.66
0.1
Including
108.0
7.0
0.53
0.43
0.166
and
124.1
4.9
2.23
2.13
0.174
OPM-25-293
19.5
45.0
1.17
0.99
0.308
and
70.5
7.5
0.49
0.47
0.036
OPM-25-294
23.7
57.3
0.95
0.87
0.139
Including
23.7
30.3
1.93
1.64
0.498
and
69.0
12.0
0.50
0.41
0.147
OPM-25-295
57.9
0.5
0.70
0.53
0.301
Holes OPM-25-293 and OPM-25-294 (reported in NR date of April 10) display two distinct mineralized
intervals, consistent with XXIX's structural interpretation of the fault-related displacement model.
These
twin zones significantly increase overall mineralized widths and suggest further potential at depth. Hole
OPM-25-295, located north of the Saddle Zone, intercepted anomalous gold values-an indicator often
associated with the late northwest faults.
Next Steps
XXIX will continue to refine the geological model of the Saddle Zone in preparation for Opemiska's
resource update.
Further drilling is planned to confirm the down-dip continuity and lateral extent of the
Saddle zone and its potential contribution to Opemiska's economics.
About XXIX Metal Corp.
XXIX is advancing its Opemiska and Thierry Copper projects, two significant Canadian copper assets.
The Opemiska Project, Canada's highest-grade copper resource, spans 21,333 hectares in Quebec's
Chapais-Chibougamau region, with strong infrastructure and nearby access to the Horne Smelter. The
Thierry Project hosts two past-producing open pits that transitioned to underground mining-producing
5.8Mt @ 1.13% Cu, 0.14% Ni between 1976 - 1982 by UMEX Inc. (see QC Copper news release of 1
October, 2024; see note below regarding historical mineral resources estimates). Infrastructure at
Thierry include all-season road, an airport within 5km, a provincial power grid within 8km, and nearby
rail. With these two high-potential projects, the Company has solidified its position as a key player in the
Canadian copper sector and has established itself as one of Eastern Canada's largest copper
developer.
QP Statement
The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Denis
McNichols, P.Geo and géo., Vice President Exploration for XXIX Metal Corp., a Qualified Person, as
defined in "National Instrument 43-101, Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
For further information, please contact:
Guy Le Bel, Chief Executive Officer
Phone: 514.654.8550
Email:
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