The TSX Venture Exchange has been advised by the company that, pursuant to a notice of intention to make a normal course issuer bid dated March 26, 2025, it may repurchase for cancellation up to 17,545,859 shares in its own capital stock. The purchases are to be made through the facilities of the TSX Venture Exchange or other recognized marketplaces during the period from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026. Purchases pursuant to the bid will be made by Haywood Securities Inc. (Stephen Mayer) on behalf of the company.