White Cliff Doubles Danvers Copper Strike, Uncovers New High-Grade Zone

Resumption of Drilling and Exploration Momentum

White Cliff Minerals Limited has reignited its exploration efforts at the Rae Copper-Silver Project in Nunavut, Canada, deploying two drilling rigs to advance its understanding of the region’s copper potential. The company’s focus on the Danvers prospect has yielded promising results, with drilling campaigns designed to extend and test the mineralisation boundaries along the Teshierpi Fault Zone.

Initial assay results released post-quarter reveal a substantial expansion of mineralisation at Danvers 1, with high-grade copper intersected over a strike length exceeding 500 metres; more than a 35% increase over historic estimates. This extension underscores the deposit’s open-ended nature and the potential for further resource growth.

Discovery of Danvers 2 and New Surface Mineralisation Zones

Adding to the excitement, White Cliff announced the discovery of a new zone, Danvers 2, located over 4 kilometres southwest of Danvers 1. Drillhole DAN25019 returned a standout intercept of 15 metres grading 4.8% copper and 20 grams per tonne silver, within a broader mineralised interval. This shallow, high-grade find highlights the structural corridor’s capacity to host multiple significant copper occurrences.

Surface exploration also uncovered fresh zones of chalcocite-bornite-malachite mineralisation, suggesting that the known mineralisation footprint could expand further. Complementing these efforts, a heliTEM geophysical survey was conducted to provide detailed magnetic and electromagnetic data, aiding in the identification of new targets.

Sedimentary Hosted Copper Confirmed at Hulk and Stark

Beyond the epithermal-style mineralisation at Danvers, White Cliff has made strides in its exploration of sedimentary horizons at Hulk and Stark. Diamond drilling at these targets intercepted multiple zones of copper mineralisation within reduced sedimentary rocks adjacent to the Herb Dixon Fault, a major structural feature. These findings validate the presence of sediment-hosted copper systems, a style of deposit known for its economic significance globally.

The company’s recent acquisition of approximately 950 square kilometres of mineral claims to the north secures access to new sedimentary packages with known copper occurrences. This strategic land expansion enhances White Cliff’s exploration footprint and positions it well to test additional high-priority targets identified through legacy data reviews.

Financial and Corporate Developments

On the corporate front, White Cliff appointed John Hancock as a non-executive director, bringing additional expertise to the board. The company ended the quarter with a cash position of approximately $8.3 million, having invested $5.12 million in exploration activities. Share issues and conversions were also noted, supporting ongoing operational funding.

While assay results from some drillholes remain pending, the current data set reinforces the Rae Project’s potential as a multi-play copper system. The company’s methodical approach combining drilling, geophysical surveys, and strategic land acquisitions reflects a robust exploration strategy aimed at unlocking value in this prolific Canadian district.