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Libra Energy names Ty Minnick as new CFO

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:02:11 -0400

Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) has appointed Ty Minnick, CPA as its Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately, according to a company statement.

Minnick has worked in the mining sector since 2011. He previously served as CFO of Augusta Gold Corp., formerly known as Bullfrog Gold Corp., until the company was acquired by AngloGold Ashanti. He also held the CFO role at Titan Mining Corporation, a base metals producer operating in New York, and has served as CFO of Athena Gold Corporation since 2021.

Outgoing CFO Carlo Rigillo will remain with the company in a consulting role to

Libra Energy Appoints Ty Minnick as Chief Financial Officer

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - July 6, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Ty Minnick, CPA as Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") of the Company, effective immediately. Mr. Minnick is an accomplished mining CFO, with executive experience across both junior explorers and producers. Outgoing CFO, Carlo Rigillo, will remain active with the Company as a consultant, ensuring a smooth transition.

Ty Minnick has been in the mining sector since 2011, becoming CFO of Augusta Gold Corp. (formerly Bullfrog Gold Corp.), until its recent takeout by

Libra Energy Appoints Ty Minnick as Chief Financial Officer

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Ty Minnick has been in the mining sector since 2011, becoming CFO of Augusta Gold Corp. (formerly Bullfrog Gold Corp.), until its recent takeout by

Libra Energy names new VP of exploration for lithium projects

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:02:17 -0400

Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) has appointed Dr. Jérémie Pfister as Vice President of Exploration, effective immediately, according to a company statement.

Dr. Pfister holds a PhD in pegmatite ore deposit geology from Laurentian University and a BSc in Geology from the University of Arizona. He specializes in hard-rock lithium systems and rare-metal pegmatites, with experience on critical minerals projects in Canada, Brazil, Suriname, and the United States.

Dr. Pfister previously served on Libra's Advisory Board and joined Nemo Resource Group, a Canadian consulting firm that supports Libra's Canadian exploration team, in early 2026. Before that, he

Libra Energy Appoints Dr. Jérémie Pfister as Vice President of Exploration

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 17, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jérémie Pfister, PhD, P.Geo., as Vice President of Exploration, effective immediately. Dr. Pfister is a renowned pegmatite geologist with existing familiarity with Libra's portfolio, having been previously served on the Company's Advisory Board (see the Company's press release dated October 16, 2025). Outgoing Vice President of Exploration, Ben Kuzmich, will remain active with the Company as a Technical Advisor, contributing to the Company's exploration efforts in Canada in particular.

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Libra Energy Appoints Dr. Jérémie Pfister as Vice President of Exploration

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

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Libra Announces Rare Earths and Gallium Discovery at Penelope Project, Brazil

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 11, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to report initial assays from its maiden auger drill program at its 100%-owned Penelope Project ("Penelope" or the "Project") in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The first six holes returned consistent grades near surface, including multiple intervals exceeding 1,000 ppm total rare earth oxides ("TREO") such as 2.0 metres ("m") at 2,033 ppm TREO, underscoring the potential for robust rare earth elements ("REE") enrichment. The initial phase is focused on the high-priority Elena, Gaia, and Nice targets, where

Libra Announces Rare Earths and Gallium Discovery at Penelope Project, Brazil

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Libra to Participate in 3rd Annual Bermuda Capital Event Hosted by CEM

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 10, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to announce its participation in the 3^rd Annual Bermuda Capital Event, hosted by CEM (Capital Event Management Ltd.), taking place June 12-14, 2026 in Hamilton, Bermuda.

The Bermuda Capital Event brings together a curated group of small-cap companies and active investors for a series of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings designed to facilitate meaningful dialogue and support the development of long-term capital relationships. The event features a diverse range of sectors, with a particular focus on mining and technology.

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Libra to Participate in 3rd Annual Bermuda Capital Event Hosted by CEM

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

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Libra Secures 100% Ownership of SBC Lithium Project in Ontario Following KoBold Payment

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 8, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that KoBold Metals Company ("KoBold") has made the final option payment to Bounty Gold Corp. (the "Vendor"), the original vendor of the SBC lithium project in Ontario, thereby providing Libra with a 100% interest in the SBC project.

The SBC project, together with Libra's Flanders North and Flanders South projects in Ontario (collectively, the "Kobra Projects"), are being explored under a KoBold-funded, CAD $33 million earn-in agreement ("EIA"), aimed at unlocking the potential of

Libra Secures 100% Ownership of SBC Lithium Project in Ontario Following KoBold Payment

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Libra Energy Announces Graphite Discovery at Stimson Project in Ontario - Drills 4.7% Graphitic Carbon over 14.7 Metres

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 13, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to announce assay results from its maiden diamond drilling program at its 100%-owned Stimson project, located approximately 26 km east of Cochrane, Ontario. Although the single-hole program was designed to test a historical possible spodumene occurrence (see Company press release dated February 2, 2026), drill hole ST26-001 intersected a significant zone of graphitic mineralization, hosted within a graphitic metasedimentary unit.

Highlights

4.7% Cg over 14.7 m intersected in hole ST26-001 (175.32 metres - 190 metres),

Libra Energy Announces Graphite Discovery at Stimson Project in Ontario - Drills 4.7% Graphitic Carbon over 14.7 Metres

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Highlights

4.7% Cg over 14.7 m intersected in hole ST26-001 (175.32 metres - 190 metres),

Libra Energy Materials receives $200,000 Ontario government grant

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:02:31 -0400

Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) received CAD $200,000 in grant funding from the Ontario government through the Ontario Junior Exploration Program, according to a company statement.

The non-dilutive grant, administered by the Ontario Ministry of Mines, provides financial assistance to junior exploration companies to offset costs associated with mineral exploration activities. Libra plans to deploy the funding during its 2026 field season.

"We are grateful for the Ontario government's ongoing commitment to supporting junior explorers like Libra," said Koby Kushner, CEO of Libra. "These non-dilutive grants have enabled us to operate leanly, preserve our tight capital structure,

Libra Energy Materials Awarded $200,000 Grant from Ontario Government

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - April 7, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company"), a leading explorer focused on lithium and other critical energy materials, is pleased to announce it has been awarded CAD $200,000 in non-dilutive grant funding from the Ontario government through the Ontario Junior Exploration Program ("OJEP"). Administered by the Ontario Ministry of Mines, the OJEP grant provides financial assistance to junior exploration companies to offset costs associated with grassroots mineral exploration.

"We are grateful for the Ontario government's ongoing commitment to supporting junior explorers like Libra," said Koby Kushner,

Libra Energy Materials Awarded $200,000 Grant from Ontario Government

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

"We are grateful for the Ontario government's ongoing commitment to supporting junior explorers like Libra," said Koby Kushner,

Libra Reports Results from 2025 Field Program at James Bay Projects

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - April 2, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to report the results of its 2025 maiden surface exploration program at the Company's 100%-owned Nemiscau and Wegucci Projects (collectively, the "Project") located in the James Bay region, Québec. The six-day field program included the collection of 69 rock samples across key target areas.

The program successfully identified multiple pegmatite swarms (Figure 1) across both Projects, with individual pegmatite bodies reaching estimated widths of up to 30 metres. At Wegucci, field crews also discovered a pegmatite that

Libra Reports Results from 2025 Field Program at James Bay Projects

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Libra Commences Maiden Drilling Program at Penelope Project, Brazil

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - March 16, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the commencement of its maiden auger drilling program at its 100%-owned Penelope Project ("Penelope" or the "Project"), in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The initial phase will focus on the high-priority Elena and Gaia rare earth element ("REE") targets, where previous sampling returned grades of up to 3103 ppm total REEs (see Company press release dated February 26, 2026).

This low-cost, high-impact drill program is designed to rapidly assess both the scale and depth potential of

Libra Commences Maiden Drilling Program at Penelope Project, Brazil

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

This low-cost, high-impact drill program is designed to rapidly assess both the scale and depth potential of

Libra Provides Exploration Update from Penelope Project, Brazil

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 26, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update on its 100%-owned Penelope Project ("Penelope" or the "Project"), located within the Minas Gerais District in Brazil. Following a comprehensive review of historical data and recent geochemical sampling, the Company announces a strategic pivot in its exploration focus at Penelope, upgrading the Project's prospectivity for Rare Earth Elements (REEs), Niobium, Tantalum, and Gallium (Ga), while downgrading its priority as a primary lithium target.

"Exploration is about listening to what the rocks are telling

Libra Provides Exploration Update from Penelope Project, Brazil

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 26, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update on its 100%-owned Penelope Project ("Penelope" or the "Project"), located within the Minas Gerais District in Brazil. Following a comprehensive review of historical data and recent geochemical sampling, the Company announces a strategic pivot in its exploration focus at Penelope, upgrading the Project's prospectivity for Rare Earth Elements (REEs), Niobium, Tantalum, and Gallium (Ga), while downgrading its priority as a primary lithium target.
"Exploration is about listening to what the rocks are telling

Libra Energy Materials to Participate at PDAC 2026

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 25, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") would like to cordially invite existing and prospective investors to visit Booth #2149 at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada's ("PDAC") Convention at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from Sunday, March 1 to Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
About PDAC
PDAC is the World's Premier Mineral Exploration & Mining Convention and will take place this year from March 1-4, 2026 in Toronto, Canada. The convention brings together an ever-growing audience of more than 27,000 attendees from over 125 countries for

Libra Energy Materials to Participate at PDAC 2026

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 25, 2026) - Libra Energy Materials Inc. (CSE: LIBR) (OTCQB: LIBRF) (FSE: W0R0) ("Libra" or the "Company") would like to cordially invite existing and prospective investors to visit Booth #2149 at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada's ("PDAC") Convention at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from Sunday, March 1 to Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
About PDAC
PDAC is the World's Premier Mineral Exploration & Mining Convention and will take place this year from March 1-4, 2026 in Toronto, Canada. The convention brings together an ever-growing audience of more than 27,000 attendees from over 125 countries for