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Aston Bay Holdings (TSXV: BAY) is advancing the Storm Copper Project in Nunavut toward potential production by 2028. In a PDAC 2026 interview, CEO Thomas Ullrich outlined a low-capex development plan supported by ore sorting and a funding agreement with Ocean Partners. The project hosts high-grade near-surface copper, while new geophysical work is targeting deeper mineralization. Meanwhile, the Epworth project continues to deliver early exploration results, with new showings and initial drilling planned. The company remains free-carried at Storm through its partnership with American West Metals (ASX: AW1). [more]

Canada One Mining Corp. (TSXV: CONE) is positioning its Copper Dome Project in British Columbia as a low-cost exploration play in a proven copper belt. In a recent PDAC 2026 interview, CEO Peter Berdusco outlined the company’s strategy, including its five-year drill permit, proximity to Hudbay Minerals’ Copper Mountain Mine, and ongoing work to refine drill targets. The project benefits from road access and nearby infrastructure, helping keep exploration costs lower than remote projects. With multiple zones identified and additional geophysical work underway, the company is working toward a future drill program aimed at advancing the project toward potential discovery. [more]