Cartier Resources Reports Major Gold Resource Growth at Cadillac

VAL-D’OR, Quebec, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cartier Resources Inc. (″Cartier″ or the ″Company″) (TSXV: ECR; FSE: 6CA) is pleased to announce the results of the Updated Mineral Resource Estimate ("MRE") on its 100% owned flagship Cadillac Project, located in Val-d’Or (Abitibi, Quebec). The updated estimates include approximately 110,000 metres of drilling completed by Cartier from 2016 to 2024 as well as 420,000 metres drilling completed by previous mining companies. The MRE was independently prepared by PLR Resources Inc. and Evomine, specialists in mineral resource estimates and project evaluations, in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") and is dated December 17, 2025. 

Cartier Resources Inc. recently announced a significant increase in the gold resources at its flagship Cadillac project, located in the Abitibi mining camp in Quebec, Canada. The updated resource estimate indicates a total of 9,953,000 tonnes at an average grade of 2.40 grams per tonne (g/t) of gold, resulting in an impressive estimate of 767,800 ounces of measured and indicated gold resources. This marks a 7% increase in the measured and indicated categories compared to previous estimates.

Furthermore, the inferred resource has also seen substantial growth, now estimated at 35,185,000 tonnes with a grade of 2.26 g/t, equating to approximately 2,563,500 ounces of gold. This remarkable expansion of the resource is significant, showcasing the project's long-term potential and the effectiveness of Cartier's ongoing exploration initiatives.

The updated mineral resource incorporates results from the company's recent drilling campaigns, which have been focused on expanding and defining the gold resources at Cadillac. This drilling has not only confirmed the continuity of mineralization but has also identified new areas that have demonstrated promising indicators of gold mineralization. The company's approach emphasizes thorough exploration and a strategic review of the gold mineralization potential within the concessions held under the Cadillac project.

Cartier's management team expressed enthusiasm over the resource growth, highlighting the importance of these results in bolstering the company's position within the gold mining sector. They praised the team's hard work and dedication, which have allowed Cartier to surpass previous resource estimates. The announcement reaffirms Cartier's commitment to advancing its projects with a focus on creating shareholder value and maximizing mineral resource potential.

In addition to resource estimation, Cartier Resources is actively pursuing further exploration and development activities, aimed at enhancing the project's value. The company acknowledges the increasing interest in gold as a hedge against inflation and global uncertainties. With this robust resource estimate in hand, Cartier is well-positioned to engage with potential partners, stakeholders, and investors interested in the burgeoning gold market.

In conclusion, Cartier Resources has demonstrated a noteworthy increase in its gold resources at the Cadillac project, with significant measured, indicated, and inferred estimates. As exploration efforts continue and the mining landscape evolves, Cartier is poised to capitalize on its growth and remain a prominent player in the gold industry.