New Technical Report Highlights Expanding Gold-Silver System and Multi-Zone Exploration Progress

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Sun Summit Minerals Corp. (SMN:TSX.V; SMREF:OTCQB) reported that it filed a technical report in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 for its JD Project located in the Toodoggone Mining District in British Columbia. The report, titled "NI 43-101 Technical Report on the JD Property, Toodoggone Region, BC," is dated March 4, 2026, with an effective date of January 23, 2026. The company stated that the report is available on SEDAR+ and on its website.

According to the company, the technical report summarizes geology, mineralization, historical exploration, and recent work completed at the JD Project, and provides recommendations for additional exploration. Exploration programs conducted since 2024 included geological mapping, drilling, geophysics, and geochemical sampling, which the company said improved its understanding of epithermal-related and porphyry-related targets across the property. Drilling completed during 2024 and 2025 totaled 33 diamond drill holes for 9,408 meters across multiple zones, including Creek, Ferricrete, Ag Carbonate, Finn, and Belle South.

The company reported that drilling confirmed and expanded known zones of gold-silver mineralization and tested new targets generated from geophysics and surface geochemistry. At the Creek zone, drilling confirmed high-grade epithermal-related gold mineralization and demonstrated expansion potential through step-out intersections. Drilling at the Finn and Ag Carbonate zones confirmed continuity of silver-gold mineralization associated with quartz-carbonate veining and breccias. Work at Ferricrete and Belle South intersected alteration and mineralization consistent with porphyry-related hydrothermal systems.

Niel Marotta, CEO of Sun Summit Minerals, said in a company news release, "We are pleased to announce the completion of an important milestone for the evolution of the JD Project." He added that the report "facilitates the opportunity for continued development of more advanced steps such as metallurgical testing and a mineral resource estimate."

The report concluded that there is a strong technical basis for continued exploration at the JD Project and recommended further work, including additional drilling, geophysical surveys, and geochemical programs. It also outlined a two-phase exploration program with a total recommended budget of approximately CA$10.86 million, consisting of CA$6.94 million for Phase 1 and CA$3.92 million for Phase 2.

Precious Metals Sector Supported by Strong Demand and Tightening Supply

The precious metals sector experienced volatility in early 2026, with price movements influenced by macroeconomic conditions, geopolitical developments, and shifting investor behavior. According to an April 22 report, gold fell more than 10% and silver declined over 20% during March, with both metals often dropping as investors sold assets for liquidity during periods of rising oil prices and a stronger US dollar. The same report stated that "gold and silver have largely defied traditional safe-haven expectations," as price movements did not consistently align with historical patterns during geopolitical stress.

The report also noted that rising bond yields played a role in gold's performance, explaining that "gold has an inverse relationship with US Treasury yields," with higher yields making interest-bearing assets more attractive relative to gold. At the same time, central bank activity continued to shape demand trends, as gold increasingly served as a hedge against rising global debt and currency risks. The report highlighted that central banks had increased gold reserves significantly in recent years and stated, "Simply put: Treasuries come with strings attached. Gold does not."

Supply dynamics remained a key factor across both gold and silver markets. The same April 22 analysis indicated that mined gold production had not kept pace with demand, contributing to a structural deficit supported by strong consumer demand and central bank purchases. It added that total gold demand exceeded mine production, requiring additional supply from recycling to meet market needs. The report further stated that global mined production had largely plateaued over several years, while remaining reserves were limited, contributing to tightening supply conditions.

Silver market fundamentals reflected similar constraints. The April 22 report noted that 2026 marked the sixth consecutive year of supply deficits, with industrial and investment demand exceeding available supply. It described the imbalance by stating, "The silver shortage is real," and highlighted that cumulative deficits since 2021 had significantly reduced global inventories. Industrial demand, particularly from sectors such as solar energy, electronics, and electric vehicles, continued to drive consumption, while mine supply remained relatively flat.

Market activity on April 22 also reflected ongoing sensitivity to geopolitical and economic developments. FactSet reported that "silver and gold held onto gains with the market digesting the latest Q1 earnings and US-Iran headlines," while base metals such as aluminum extended gains during intraday trading amid discussions around potential tariffs and trade negotiations.

From a technical perspective, commentary from Chen Lin on April 22 indicated that both metals faced resistance levels in recent trading. He wrote that "gold tried to break 4800 and silver tried 80, both were pushed back," adding that longer-term charts suggested consolidation despite weaker short-term performance. He also stated, "I am still focusing on gold and silver miners and believe they are very undervalued at the current prices," reflecting ongoing attention on the mining segment within the broader sector.

Couloir Capital Points to Finn Zone Results and Planned 2026 Drilling Program

In a January 26 report, Couloir Capital referenced Sun Summit Minerals Corp.'s 2025 drill results from the Finn zone at its JD project, highlighting the reported assay outcomes from the program.

The report stated that "the assays confirm the Finn zone's high-grade potential and support plans for a fully funded ~10,000m 2026 drill program," noting both the results from prior drilling and the scope of the planned exploration work.

Planned Drilling, Resource Work, and Exploration Programs

According to the company's investor presentation, the JD Project has an exploration program planned for 2026 that includes more than 10,000 meters of diamond drilling focused on gold-silver targets, with step-out and infill drilling prioritized along the Creek to Finn Corridor.

The presentation states that the goal of the drilling program is to maximize ounces for a mineral resource estimate, with priority areas including the Creek Zone, Finn Zone, Moosehorn, Wolf, JD West, Cirque, and McClair targets. Historical data compilation has defined multiple high-priority targets across the project, supported by more than 36,000 meters of historic drilling and an additional 9,400 meters completed by the company.

The company also indicated that an initial mineral resource estimate for the JD Project is expected by Q1 2027. In preparation for this, the planned 2026 drilling program will focus on expanding and defining mineralization within the 4.5 kilometer Creek-Finn Corridor.

The investor presentation further outlines prior exploration work, including a 2024 inaugural drill program totaling 2,500 meters across 12 holes with approximately US$2.5 million in expenditures, followed by a 2025 program totaling 6,800 meters across 21 drill holes with approximately US$7.3 million in expenditures. The 2025 program also included soil geochemistry sampling, prospecting and mapping, rock sampling, induced polarization geophysics, camp outfitting, metallurgical screening, and permitting activities extending to 2030.

The presentation also notes that the JD Project has an exploration expenditure requirement totaling approximately US$22.5 million by December 2029, with US$2.5 million completed in 2024, US$7.5 million completed in 2025, and US$10.0 million planned for 2026.

Ownership and Share Structure¹

6.9% of Sun Summit Minerals Corp is owned by management and insiders. The rest is in retail.

Sun Summit has a market cap of CA$43.77 million with 312.5 million free float shares and a 52-week range of CA$0.065 to CA$0.26.