Opawica Explorations Inc. has announced a significant advancement in its exploration strategy at the Arrowhead Property, located in the Abitibi Gold Belt, through collaboration with ALS GoldSpot Discoveries Ltd. The partnership has resulted in the identification of 20 high-priority drill-ready zones using GoldSpot's proprietary Smart Targeting technology, which integrates geological data across a high-resolution 5m x 5m x 5m grid. This artificial intelligence method represents a cutting-edge approach to mineral exploration, delivering unprecedented precision in targeting potential gold deposits.
Blake Morgan, CEO of Opawica, emphasized the transformative potential of combining AI with traditional geoscience, noting that the company's initial drill program hit gold in every hole. The upcoming expanded drill campaign aims to demonstrate the true scale of Arrowhead's potential to the market. The Arrowhead Property's strategic location adjacent to producing mines like Agnico Eagle's LaRonde Complex enhances its significance within one of the world's most prolific gold-producing regions.
The upcoming drill program includes multiple components designed to test various geological features. The Western Zone features 15 drill targets totaling 4,500 meters, focusing on high-grade continuity with spacing between 100 and 300 meters. The Eastern Zone consists of 3 drill holes covering 2,000 meters, testing a Z-shaped fold hinge zone linked to induced polarization anomalies. Additionally, two deep holes of 1,000 meters each are planned based on Echo-Geotech's 2021 2D seismic survey, while four drill holes totaling 1,500 meters will target high-grade historic values near hole 95-04 with spacing of 50 to 75 meters.
The Arrowhead Property stands out due to several key factors beyond its prime location. The property benefits from advanced AI analysis and extensive exploration investment, building upon proven gold hits in every hole of the initial drill program. This positions the project for a high-impact, data-driven expansion that could significantly advance understanding of the area's mineral potential. Mr. Yvan Bussieres, P.Eng., serves as the independent Qualified Person for Opawica Explorations Inc. and has approved the technical content of this announcement. Additional information about the company's continuous disclosure filings is available on SEDAR at https://www.sedar.com.
