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Military Metals to initiate exploration drilling sooner at West Gore Project
New magnetic data reveals three fresh targets near historic mine sites
CRMs to support QAQC processes using historical mineralisation samples
Military Metals Inc (CSE:MILI), a British Columbia-based explorer focused on antimony, is preparing to accelerate its field activity at the West Gore Project in Nova Scotia. The site, located in the historic Meguma gold camp, previously hosted one of the region’s most productive antimony mines during World War One.
Following new geophysical reinterpretation and historical data analysis, the company now anticipates earlier-than-expected drilling activity, buoyed by several untested and overlooked magnetic anomalies.
Magnetic Reprocessing Uncovers Fresh Exploration Leads
Military Metals engaged Resourceful Geoscience Solutions (RGS) to reinterpret drone magnetic surveys originally flown in 2021. This process led to the identification of three priority areas for drilling, all previously underexplored despite proximity to historically mined mineralisation.
The magnetic signature detected at one of the targets is associated with past underground extraction zones. The subtle but clearly defined signals indicate the presence of structurally significant features within the broader mineralised system.
Immediate Fieldwork Plans and Target Characteristics
The company will begin near-term geochemical sampling and surface analysis to evaluate these three targets in greater detail. Early drilling plans are already underway, prioritising areas with structural continuity and favourable magnetics.
The first target is believed to align with a mineralised chute that may extend to surface. A second target may be part of a parallel geological structure, offering the prospect of mineralisation not previously accessed. The third sits further southwest from the historical workings and represents a geologically untested zone.
Petrophysical profiling is planned for the upcoming drilling campaign to determine whether detailed magnetic surveys can further enhance exploration outcomes.
Certified Materials and QAQC Program Underway
In preparation for a structured exploration workflow, Military Metals has collected mineralised samples from old waste dumps. These are being processed by Canadian Resource Laboratories to develop custom certified reference materials (CRMs), a critical component of its quality assurance and quality control (QAQC) framework.
The adoption of these standards reflects the company’s broader effort to deliver repeatable and high-integrity data, while adhering to industry protocols for sample analysis and exploration reporting.
Ethical Mining Aligned with Provincial Clean Energy Goals
Nova Scotia’s provincial leadership has reinforced its support for ethical and sustainable mining, with Premier Tim Houston highlighting the province’s ambitions in clean energy and economic strength. The West Gore project fits into these plans as it leverages legacy mining infrastructure with a forward-looking approach to critical minerals such as antimony.
