NorthWest Copper Corp (CVE:NWST) has reported that drilling is now underway on the Kwanika/Stardust project in central British Columbia.
The company said the program is expected to include a total of 7,200 metres (m) of drilling for 2021.
NorthWest said the first phase of the drill program will target the high-grade portion of the Kwanika deposit, and the second phase of the drill program is planned to test high-priority regional program targets around Kwanika. A total of 18 holes are planned.
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The company added that two diamond drill rigs are in use and projected to complete the initial program by the end of August. Also, funds are available for follow-up drilling as Kwanika can be accessed year-round.
“We are excited to begin this important initial drill program at Kwanika,” said CEO Peter Bell in a statement.
“The high-grade portion of the Kwanika Deposit is a key component of our evaluation of the Kwanika/Stardust combination analysis. In addition, there are many prospective and untested targets around Kwanika that will be drilled this year. We look forward to delivering a new resource at Kwanika by year-end and working diligently to advance our flagship Kwanika-Stardust Project.”
NorthWest is a new diversified copper-gold explorer and developer with an exciting pipeline of projects in British Columbia. With a robust portfolio in a tier-one jurisdiction, the company is well-positioned to participate fully in a strengthening global copper market.
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