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INTERSECTS 8.00 G/T #GOLD OVER 12 METRES IN INITIAL STEP-OUT HOLES AT BOX,
GOLDFIELDS PROJECT; @fortunebaycorp
HALIFAX, NS - September 14, 2021 (Investorideas.com Newswire)
Fortune Bay Corp. (
TSXV:FOR,
Frankfurt:5QN) ("Fortune Bay" or the "Company") is pleased
to announce gold assay results for the first three step-out drill holes
completed at the Box gold deposit ("Box"), located on the Company's
Goldfields Project ("Goldfields" or the "Project") in
northern Saskatchewan (Figure 1). The drill holes are part of the ongoing Phase
1 resource expansion program which is expected to include approximately 5,000
metres of drilling.
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The three drill holes, completed on an approximate 50 metre
spacing, returned significant gold intercepts outside of the extents of the
current 2021 Mineral Resource Estimate ("2021 MRE") for Box, with
highlights that included:
1.46 g/t Au over 32.0 metres, incl.
3.39 g/t Au over 8.0 metres, incl.
17.54 g/t Au over 1.0 metre
8.00 g/t Au over 12.0 metres, incl.
88.58 g/t Au over 1.0 metre
1.34 g/t Au over 36.0 metres, incl.
7.19 g/t Au over 1.0 metre, and
18.02 g/t Au over 1.0 metre
1.90 g/t Au over 10.0 metres, incl.
14.07 g/t Au over 1.0 metre
10.36 g/t Au over 1.0 metre
2.02 g/t Au over 21.0 metres, incl.
8.00 g/t Au over 4.0 metres, incl.
29.19 g/t Au over 1.0 metre
The assay results confirm expansion of Box mineralization
down-dip of up to 220 metres outside of the extents of the 2021 MRE for Box,
and mineralization remains open. The drill holes were oriented at moderate dips
(-54 to -56 degrees) to the east to intersect the dominant mineralized
vein-sets at high angles, and true thicknesses are estimated to be
approximately 80% of the intersected lengths.
Dale Verran, CEO for Fortune Bay, commented, "The gold intercepts received for Box
to date, from relatively widely-spaced drilling, represent a substantial
expansion of mineralization outside of the current resource estimate, and
furthermore demonstrate the presence of high-grades within this expansion. It
is clear from these results that the mineralization remains open at depth and
that the Goldfields Syncline, between the Box and Athona deposits, warrants
further investigation to evaluate the potential for a broader mineralized
system. Our reporting of mineralized intercepts which are closer to expected
true thickness has been enabled by drilling at a moderate angle toward the east
– a first for Box. This approach has also allowed us to further verify our
geological model and provides the data necessary for targeting high-grade vein
sets. The Phase 1 drilling program is continuing at the Box deposit with an
additional three drill holes completed, and a final drill hole in progress. We
look forward to reporting additional results in the coming weeks following the
receipt of assay data".
Box Phase 1 Drilling Results
A summary of the assay results received from the first three
drill holes completed at Box is provided in Table 1. Drill hole locations and
down hole assay results are shown in Figures 2 and 3, respectively.
Table 1: Box Resource Expansion Drilling Results for B21-334,
B21-335 and B21-336.
Notes:
1. Results shown are assays from 1 metre samples composited into longer
intervals using a minimum lower cut-off of 0.5 g/t Au, and maximum 5 metres of
consecutive waste defined as < 0.3 g/t Au.
2. Lengths shown represent core length. True thickness of the mineralized
intercepts is expected to be approximately 80% of the core length based on the
dominant mineralized quartz vein orientations at Box, however this may vary on
an individual sample basis.
3. Sample locations are provided in NAD83 UTM Zone 12N. Hole azimuths are true
north.
Drill Hole Descriptions:
- Drill
hole B21‑334 targeted
a gap in the drilling coverage within target Zone A (see News
Release dated February 26, 2021), initially
intersecting the Box Mine Granite ("BMG", the mineralized unit),
within the extent of the 2021 MRE and extending down-dip outside of the
2021 MRE. The purpose of this hole was to provide infill coverage, test
for down-dip mineralization continuity and provide confirmation on
mineralized vein set orientations at depth for ongoing drill hole planning.
- Drill
hole B21‑335 provided
an approximate 50 metre step-out down-dip from B21-334. All the
mineralized intercepts from B21-335 are outside of the extents of the 2021
MRE. The hole was terminated at 572 metres in BMG locally characterized by
a low intensity of veining.
- Drill
hole B21‑336 provided
an additional 50 metre step-out down-dip from B21-335, entirely outside of
the extents of the 2021 MRE. This hole shallowed with depth from a -55°
dip at collar to -33° dip at the end of hole. The hole was terminated at
647 metres in mineralized BMG.
Significant Expansion:
- Results
for the three drill holes reported herein represent a significant
expansion of mineralization, including up to 220 metres down-dip of the
2021 MRE for Box, and 100 metres down-dip of mineralization intersected
previously across the strike of the deposit.
- The
results confirm the presence of high grades down-dip and indicate that
mineralization remains open with depth.
Potential for a Larger Mineralized System:
- At
its final depth, drill hole B21-336 is approximately 450 metres west of
the historical gold intercept of 4.02 g/t over 3.0 metres (493.5 to 496.5
metres) in lithology logged as "Mine Granite" in drill hole
LB-88-3.
- Drill
hole LB-88-3 is located within the Goldfields Syncline between the Box and
Athona deposits (see Figure 4) and suggests potential for a larger
mineralized system.
Mineralization Characteristics:
- Mineralization
characteristics from the three drill holes are consistent with established
mineralization characteristics for the BMG.
- Gold
is typically associated with strongly hematized BMG with a high intensity
of pyrite-bearing quartz veins, with minor chalcopyrite and sphalerite
associations. Where associated with gold, pyrite typically occurs as
fine-grained disseminations in quartz veins as a minor overall component
of the host lithology (<3 % based on visual estimates).
- Individual
veins are dominantly thin (<10 centimetres in true thickness) but can
reach thicknesses of up to 30 centimetres, and typically occur as swarms
("vein-sets") which have pervasively flooded the BMG on a
localized basis. The veins have a preferred structural orientation,
dominantly striking approximately north-south and dipping steeply (±75°)
to the west, which is consistent with known mineralized vein set
orientations from surface measurements. Higher grades appear to be
correlated with increased quartz vein density and size.
Drilling Orientation and Structure
Current drilling at Box is oriented towards the east, with dips
as shallow as practically achievable (approximately -55°) to intersect
mineralized vein sets at the highest angle possible and maximise the internal
coverage of the BMG for each drill hole. Drilling is being carried out with
oriented core for the first time at the Box deposit. Structural measurements
from oriented core are expected to enable correlation of mineralized vein sets
between drill holes and will allow for planning of future step-out drilling and
targeting of higher grade vein sets.
Phase 1 Drilling Operational Update
The ongoing Phase 1 drilling program at Goldfields is focused on
expanding the mineral resources at the Box and Athona deposits through step-out
drilling. In June the Company announced the successful expansion of the Athona
deposit (see News
Release dated June 15, 2021) from 1,170 metres of drilling in six
holes. An additional ~4,000 metres is planned for Box in seven holes, with a
total of 3,466 metres completed in six holes, and a final hole in progress.
Drilling is expected to be completed in mid-late September. Assays for the
first three holes at Box are reported herein, with assays for the remainder of
the holes pending.
Regional Exploration Update
Work is ongoing to generate regional exploration targets on the
10,300 hectare Goldfields property. During June our technical team completed
field reconnaissance of historical gold prospects and occurrences which
included data verification and geological mapping. Historical gold grades were
verified through rock grab samples collected from historical trenches,
highlighted by 4.92
g/t Au at Triangle, 3.89 g/t Au at Frontier Lake
and 2.18 g/t Au from
the Gauthier Shaft. Field data, as well as all available historical assessment
data relating to these occurrences, have been incorporated into the Company's
regional geological models and will be integrated with a re-interpretation of
the Titan Induced Polarization ("IP") survey that was undertaken over
the Goldfields Syncline in 2010.
Goldfields Technical Disclosure
All drilling is being carried out with NQ diameter. Core trays
are transported directly from the drill rig to the Company's logging facility
in Uranium City. Sample intervals are selected for assay based on observations
of lithology type, presence of quartz veins and sulphides. These intervals are
marked up for continuous sampling with one metre sample increments (adjusted
where necessary to not cross lithological boundaries). Core is sawn in half
along the core axis for sampling, with the remaining half preserved and stored
in the core box. Samples are bagged and placed in plastic pails sealed with
security tags for export by air freight to Saskatoon (CA).
All sample processing is being carried out by TSL Laboratories
Inc. (TSL) in Saskatoon using their screened metallics sample process method,
which includes; (1) crushing of the entire sample; (2) pulverizing of the
entire sample with 95 % passing 150 mesh; (3) screening the entire sample at
150 mesh; (4) assay the entire +150 mesh fraction; (5) duplicate assay of two
30 g splits of the -150 mesh fraction; and (6) calculation of the weighted
average gold content (in g/t) for the entire sample. All assay is carried out
by fire assay with a gravimetric finish. Rock grab samples collected during
field reconnaissance were assayed using the same sample preparation and
analytical procedures as used for core samples.
Certified reference blank and standard material is being used by
the Company for independent QAQC of assay results (in addition to internal TSL
quality assurance protocols). QAQC samples are inserted into assay sample
sequences and results are reviewed to assess for any potential laboratory
contamination and to verify assay accuracy and precision. A selected suite of
samples will also be sent to another laboratory for additional
"umpire" assay testing to further verify the results.
Details regarding the current 2021 Mineral Resource Estimate
("2021 MRE") is provided within the National Instrument 43-101 ("NI
43-101") Technical Report titled ""Technical Report: Resource
Estimate for the Goldfields Project" with an effective date of May 4,
2021. The Technical Report was authored by Mr. Cliff Revering, P. Eng., and Dr.
Ron Uken, PhD, P. Geo. of SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc. ("SRK"), whom
are both are independent Qualified Persons in accordance with the requirements
of NI 43-101. The Technical Report supports the 2021 MRE for Goldfields, which
includes the Box and Athona gold deposits, and is available on SEDAR and the
Company's website.
The technical information contained in this news release has
been reviewed and approved by Mr. Dale Verran, MSc, P.Geo, Pr.Sci.Nat., Fortune
Bay's Chief Executive Officer, who is also a Qualified Person in accordance
with the requirements of NI 43-101.
About Goldfields
The 100% owned Goldfields Project ("Goldfields" or the
"Project") is the Company's most advanced asset located in northern
Saskatchewan, approximately 13 kilometres from Uranium City. The Project is
host to the open-pittable Box and Athona gold deposits which contain combined
Indicated Mineral Resources of 975,000 oz of gold (22.6 million tonnes at an
average grade of 1.34 g/t) and Inferred Mineral Resources of 176,000 oz of gold
(6.0 million tonnes at an average grade of 0.92 g/t). Goldfields is endowed
with established infrastructure including existing roads, a powerline to site,
and nearby facilities and an airport at Uranium City. The Project has a history
of gold production (64,000 oz Au produced between 1939 to 1942), numerous
exploration drilling campaigns and various historical mining studies (including
a 2007 Feasibility Study for the Box deposit and a 2011 Pre-Feasibility for the
Box and Athona deposits that were prepared in accordance with NI 43-101). The Box
open-pit mine and mill development is permitted having received Ministerial
approval under the Environmental Assessment Act in May 2008. The 10,300 hectare
Goldfields property presents numerous exploration opportunities, including the
potential to expand the Box and Athona deposits and discover additional
resources at several other gold prospects and occurrences.
About Fortune Bay
Fortune Bay Corp. (TSXV:FOR, Frankfurt: 5QN) is a gold-focused
exploration and development company with 100% ownership in two advanced gold
exploration projects in Canada, Saskatchewan (Goldfields Project) and Mexico,
Chiapas (Ixhuatán Project), both with exploration and development potential.
The Company has a goal of building a mid-tier gold exploration and development
Company through the advancement of its existing projects and the strategic
acquisition of new projects to create a pipeline of growth opportunities. The
Company's corporate strategy is driven by a Board and Management team with a
proven track record of discovery, project development and value creation.
Further information on Fortune Bay and its assets can be found on the Company's
website at www.fortunebaycorp.com or
by contacting us as info@fortunebaycorp.com or
by telephone at 902-334-1919.
On behalf of Fortune Bay Corp.
"Dale Verran"
Chief Executive Officer
902-334-1919
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news release. These statements reflect management's current estimates, beliefs,
intentions and expectations. They are not guarantees of future performance.
Fortune Bay Corp. ("Fortune Bay" or the "Company") cautions
that all forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain, and that actual
performance may be affected by a number of material factors, many of which are
beyond Fortune Bay's control. Such factors include, among other things: risks
and uncertainties relating to metal prices, changes in planned work resulting
from weather, COVID-19 restrictions, logistical, technical or other factors,
the possibility that results of work will not fulfill expectations and realize
the perceived potential of Fortune Bay's mineral properties, uncertainties
involved in the interpretation of drilling results and other tests, the
possibility that required permits may not be obtained in a timely manner or at
all, risk of accidents, equipment breakdowns or other unanticipated
difficulties or interruptions, the possibility of cost overruns or
unanticipated expenses in work programs, the risk of environmental
contamination or damage resulting from the exploration operations, the need to
comply with environmental and governmental regulations and the lack of
availability of necessary capital, which may not be available to Fortune Bay,
acceptable to it or at all. Fortune Bay is subject to the specific risks
inherent in the mining business as well as general economic and business
conditions. Accordingly, actual and future events, conditions and results may
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