The study could unlock a mid‑size, low‑risk underground mine that delivers early cash flow and diversifies Canada’s gold supply chain, attracting capital and supporting regional development.
The Treaty Creek Project sits in British Columbia’s renowned Golden Triangle, a region that consistently yields high‑grade gold assets. By commissioning a PEA for the Goldstorm Deposit, Tudor Gold is positioning itself to capitalize on the area’s robust infrastructure and skilled labor pool. The assessment, prepared by Fuse Advisors, will model an underground mine that leverages bulk‑tonnage methods while focusing on higher‑grade lenses identified in the 2026 mineral resource estimate. This approach reflects a broader industry trend toward extracting value from both bulk and premium zones within a single operation.
Technical highlights of the upcoming PEA include a planned throughput of up to 10,000 tonnes per day and a target resource envelope of 50‑100 million tonnes with grades exceeding 2.5 g/t gold. Early metallurgical work demonstrates impressive recoveries—80‑90% for gold, 75‑85% for silver and copper—and suggests a sequential flotation circuit capable of delivering copper‑gold concentrates at 15‑25 g/t gold and 26‑28% copper. Such by‑product potential can improve project economics, offsetting capital intensity and enhancing net present value under a range of metal price scenarios.
From a business perspective, Tudor Gold’s staged development strategy de‑risks the venture by initially mining higher‑grade zones, thereby generating cash flow while limiting upfront capital outlay and environmental impact. This phased model aligns with investor appetite for projects that balance growth potential with manageable risk profiles. Successful PEA outcomes could accelerate permitting, attract financing, and position Treaty Creek as a mid‑size underground producer that contributes to Canada’s gold output and offers a diversified revenue stream through copper by‑products.
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