Canyon Resources Ltd (ASX:CAY) has received $1.2 million in funds due to the conversion of 10 million 12-cent options.
The funds raised will be used primarily for the Minim Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon development and general working capital expenses.
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The Minim Martap Project hosts two bauxite deposits, the Ngouandal and Minim Martap deposits, which are within 25 kilometres of each other.
The deposits have a combined JORC resource estimate of 550 million tonnes at an average grade of 45.5% aluminium oxide and 2.06% silicon dioxide.
Canyon commenced an initial aircore drilling campaign and exploration at Minim Martap in December 2018 targeting bauxite.
Proactive spoke to managing director Phil Gallagher in December 2018.