Foremost Clean Energy Ltd. (
NASDAQ:
FMST) (
CSE: FAT)
(“
Foremost” or the “
Company”), an
emerging North American uranium and lithium exploration company,
today issued a letter to shareholders from its President and Chief
Executive Officer, Jason Barnard.
Dear Shareholders,
As we end 2024, I wanted to take a moment to
reflect on our Company’s achievements over the past year and set
out our objectives for the upcoming year and beyond.
2024 has truly been an evolutionary year for
Foremost, marked by a series of strategic business developments and
key advancements in our asset portfolio. Over the course of the
last 12 months, we have successfully negotiated an option agreement
with Denison Mines Corp. (TSX: DML, NYSE American: DNN)
(“Denison”) for 10 prospective uranium properties
(the “Uranium Properties”), significantly
enhancing our position in the mining sector. Our commitment to
growth is further demonstrated through the completion of drill
programs at our Zoro Lithium Property and the Hatchet Lake Uranium
Property. Additionally, we are excited about the planned spin-out
of the Company’s Winston Gold/Silver Project into Rio Grande
Resources. Bolstered by our success in securing over C$13.5 million
in gross proceeds through two equity financing rounds, it is
evident that Foremost is methodically positioning itself for future
growth. And in a strong show of confidence in the Company’s future,
I am pleased to report that insiders have united to invest more
than C$2.4 million in share purchases over the past year.
As a fellow investor and shareholder, I
completely understand and share the disappointment associated with
the apparent disconnect between Foremost’s operational performance
and its share price. However, I firmly believe that we are on the
brink of what will become our most transformative year yet. I am
filled with eagerness as we kickstart our efforts committing $6.5
million dollars in exploration in 2025 on several of the Uranium
Properties which are drill-ready and/or drill-permitted, each
showcasing incredible potential. Our strong foundational elements,
coupled with strategic partnerships and an expanding market
presence, suggest that our Company could be poised for significant
growth.
Diversification of Assets
While our core mission remains rooted in
providing sustainable fuel sources to drive the clean energy
future, our recent strategic pivot signals an exciting expansion of
our portfolio. Our Company is positioned quite favorably with our
new Uranium Properties alongside our lithium projects. While we
still view our lithium properties as valuable assets, the current
lithium market has presented challenges, and we have been able to
seamlessly refocus our attention on uranium—a commodity that is
gaining traction. Should future market dynamics support further
exploration and development of lithium resources, we will look at
resuming our exploration efforts on our Lithium Lane Properties.
Our dual-pronged strategy, through uranium and lithium, not only
diversifies our offerings but also reinforces our commitment to
being at the forefront of the clean energy transition.
Collaboration with Uranium Leader
Denison Mines Corp.
This past September, we announced our option
agreement with Denison, a clear leader in the uranium mining
sector, to acquire up to 70% of Denison’s interests in 10 highly
prospective uranium exploration properties spanning over 330,000
acres in the Athabasca Basin, consisting of projects at different
stages of exploration, from grassroots to those with significant
historical exploration and discovery-ready targets. Most of the
Uranium Properties are located within or near major structural
uranium trends or zones, including the Wollaston-Mudjatik
Transition Zone (“WMTZ”), host to some of the
world’s largest and highest-grade uranium operations, including the
McArthur River and Cigar Lake mine and the McClean Lake mill. Our
Murphy Lake South Uranium Property, for example, runs adjacent to
and alongside the La Roque corridor, which hosts IsoEnergy’s
Hurricane Deposit* (Indicated Mineral Resources of 48.6 Mlbs
U₃O₈ from 63,800 tonnes at an average grade of 34.5% U₃O₈)¹,
the world’s highest-grade uranium deposit.
Millions of dollars of past exploration and
drilling have been invested in these projects with encouraging
results, representing an exciting opportunity for further
exploration and potential discovery. In an ever-evolving market
where discovery-ready properties hold transformative potential,
Denison viewed Foremost as the right strategic ally to advance the
Uranium Properties.
This transaction transcends more than just
property acquisition, but also forges a powerful collaboration
between Foremost and Denison’s technical and operational expertise.
As Foremost’s largest shareholder, holding approximately 19.12% of
the Company, Denison also pledged its financial commitment,
recently investing over C$1.8 million in the over-subscribed C$10.5
million equity financing, signaling a powerful vote of confidence
in our Company and its future growth trajectory.
Bolstered Management and
Board
The Denison transaction also provides for the
strategic addition of experienced leaders who bring a wealth of
knowledge, expertise, and innovative thinking. David Cates, the
President and CEO of Denison Mines, joined Foremost’s board of
directors in October 2024, and Amanda Willett, Denison’s Vice
President Legal, is set to join the board of directors following
the Company’s Annual General and Special Meeting
(“AGSM”) on December 20, 2024.
- Mr. Cates is a well-known figure in
the uranium industry with over a decade of senior executive
experience, particularly in leading Denison Mines’ successful
operations in the Athabasca Basin. His extensive knowledge and
track record equip him to provide invaluable guidance and support
to our Company as it navigates the evolving landscape of the
uranium market.
- Ms. Willett brings a keen
understanding of legal, and compliance matters crucial to the
Company’s growth and operations with nearly a decade of experience
in securities law prior to joining Denison in 2016. Her role on the
board promises to enhance corporate governance and strategic
decision-making.
Exploration
Our new era of exploration will be guided by
Jody Dahrouge and Andy Yackulic, as members of Foremost’s
Scientific Advisory Board. Jody Dahrouge, the past president of
Fission Energy Corp, is celebrated for his role in securing several
significant discoveries, including those at Waterbury Lake,
Patterson Lake, and Patterson Lake South. Andy Yackulic, Denison’s
Vice President of Exploration, joined Denison in 2020, bringing
with him over twelve years of experience at Cameco, where he was
instrumental in the Fox Lake Discovery among other
accomplishments.
This collaboration between Dahrouge and Yackulic
promises to be a formidable partnership—bringing together two
geological experts known for their innovative approaches and
success in identifying new uranium mineralization.
Financial
Finally, to ensure that Foremost builds a robust
financial foundation to support its exploration and operational
endeavors, the Company has also appointed Dong Shim, CPA, CA, as
its Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Shim is a seasoned finance and
accounting executive with a strong background in both Canadian and
U.S. regulatory frameworks. As a Partner at SHIM & Associates
LLP and a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of
British Columbia, Mr. Shim’s expertise will help navigate the
financial complexities of expanding operations and securing
investments.
Foremost Announces Spin-Out of Winston
Gold and Silver Properties into New Venture: Rio Grande Resources
Ltd.
In an exciting development for shareholders and
stakeholders, Foremost has strategically opted to spin out the
Winston Group of Gold and Silver Properties (the “Winston
Project”) into a newly established independent entity, Rio
Grande Resources Ltd. (“RGR”). This move will
enable the Winston Project to receive the dedicated time, focus,
and financial investment necessary for its advancement. With an
independent management team at the helm, RGR is poised to fully
harness the Winston Project’s potential, ensuring that the
developmental efforts are both concentrated and effective. This
focused approach will not only enhance the operational capabilities
of the Winston Project but also drive its growth ambitions, as the
team’s primary goal will be to capitalize on the promising mineral
assets that the project encompasses.
Shareholders of Foremost will benefit directly
from this move, as they will receive two common shares of RGR for
each share they hold in Foremost on the effective date of the
arrangement, subject to shareholder approve at our upcoming AGSM
and other necessary regulatory approvals. As we look towards the
AGSM and the proposed spin-out, the goal is clear: to establish RGR
as a leading explorer in the gold and silver market and capitalize
on a favourable precious metals market. The Winston Project
consists of past producing gold and silver mines within a favorable
geological environment. With gold recently hitting a high of over
US$2,700/ounce, the spin out will provide exciting upside potential
for our shareholders as they retain a stake in the various projects
held by Foremost and RGR.
Our Promising Future
Energy needs are projected to surge, bolstered
by global energy policies aimed at carbon reduction, generative
A.I. power needs, declining supply and heightened geopolitical
tensions. We are entering an extremely exciting time in what looks
like a sustained uranium bull market. As demand for nuclear energy
surges, so too does the need for uranium, which will inevitably
drive exploration and generate greater market interest.
In an effort to ensure our shareholders and
potential investors stay informed about Foremost’s upcoming
exploration and business activities, the Company has engaged
Capital Property LLC (the “Consultant”) to provide
marketing services aimed at increasing awareness of the Company’s
operations and facilitating communication with the investment
community. Information about Foremost will be available through the
Consultant’s Triangle Investor platforms, including its YouTube
channel, website, and various social media channels, including
interviews with Company leadership and representatives. The
agreement commenced on December 9, 2024, for an initial term of six
months at a rate of C$2,500 per month, automatically transitioning
to a month-to-month arrangement thereafter. Either party may
terminate the Agreement with 30 days’ written notice before the end
of the initial term and 14 days’ notice thereafter. For more
information, the Consultant can be contacted at
triangle-investor@outlook.com and by phone at +385 91 500 4687. The
Consultant does not currently have any interest, directly or
indirectly, in the Company or its securities.
Foremost is dedicated to unlocking the immense
potential of its underexplored land package in the Athabasca Basin,
driven by a mission to make significant discoveries through active
exploration. By employing a systematic and scientific approach in
our exploration activities, we establish a framework that
effectively prioritizes our efforts and directs our attention
toward the most promising targets from the outset. As Foremost
commences its exploration efforts on the Uranium Properties, we are
determined to emerge as a preeminent player in the Athabasca
uranium exploration sector. With a clear vision and robust
exploration strategy, we are well on the way to realizing our
ambitious goals in one of the most prolific uranium districts in
the world.
The new collaboration with Denison, a leading
C$2.8 billion uranium miner and developer, provides Foremost
unparalleled technical, operational, and financial support,
enhancing its capacity for exploration success. Denison’s
evaluation and decision to engage with Foremost is a meaningful
validation of the Company’s business model. By fostering our
relationship and key collaborations, we aim to maximize shareholder
value and achieve long-term success.
I look forward to sharing exciting milestones in
the new year to come.
Sincerely,
Jason BarnardPresident & Chief Executive
OfficerForemost Clean Energy
About
Foremost
Foremost Clean Energy Ltd. (NASDAQ: FMST) (CSE:
FAT) (WKN: A3DCC8) is an emerging North American uranium and
lithium exploration company with an option to earn up to a 70%
interest in 10 prospective uranium properties (with the exception
of the Hatchet Lake, where Foremost is able to earn up to 51%)
spanning over 330,000 acres in the prolific, uranium-rich Athabasca
Basin region of northern Saskatchewan. As the demand for
carbon-free energy continues to accelerate, domestically mined
uranium and lithium are poised for dynamic growth, playing an
important role in the clean energy mix of the future. Foremost’s
uranium projects are at different stages of exploration, from
grassroots to those with significant historical exploration and
drill-ready targets. The Company’s mission is to make significant
discoveries, alongside and in collaboration with Denison Mines
Corp. (TSX:DML, NYSE American: DNN), through systematic and
disciplined exploration programs.
Foremost also has a portfolio of lithium
projects at varying stages of development, which are located across
55,000+ acres in Manitoba and Quebec. For further information
please visit the Company’s website at
www.foremostcleanenergy.com.
Contact and Information
CompanyJason Barnard, President
and CEO+1 (604) 330-8067 info@foremostcleanenergy.com
Investor RelationsLucas A.
ZimmermanManaging DirectorMZ Group - MZ North America(949)
259-4987FMST@mzgroup.uswww.mzgroup.us
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Forward-Looking Statements
Except for the statements of historical fact
contained herein, the information presented in this news release
and oral statements made from time to time by representatives of
the Company are or may constitute “forward-looking statements” as
such term is used in applicable United States and Canadian laws and
including, without limitation, within the meaning of the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, for which the Company
claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking
statements. These include, but are not limited to, the planned
spin-out of the Winston Project, the Company’s position for future
growth, expectations for 2025 and the potential for the Company’s
exploration prospects, the Company’s plans for its Lithium Lane
Properties, the relative position of the Company in the clean
energy transition, the potential for further exploration and
discovery on the Uranium Properties, expectations for the
composition of the board of directors of the Company and the
management of its exploration activities, the role of the Company’s
chief financial officer in expanding operations and securing
investments, the role of the spin-out in advancing the Winston
Project and its mineral assets and availability of upside
potential, the benefits to the Company shareholders of the
spin-out, the approval of shareholders and the receipt of other
regulatory approvals for the spin-out, the favourability of the
current precious metals market and uranium market, the impact of
increased demand on exploration and market interest relative to the
Company, the availability of Company information through the
Consultant, the movement towards clean energy and the role of
Denison in providing the Company technical, operational and
financial support and the extent to which it enhances the prospects
for exploration success. These statements statements relate to
analyses and other information that are based on forecasts of
future results, estimates of amounts not yet determinable and
assumptions of management. Any other statements that express or
involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations,
beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future
events or performance (often, but not always, using words or
phrases such as “expects” or “does not expect,” “is expected,”
“anticipates” or “does not anticipate,” “plans,” “estimates” or
“intends,” or stating that certain actions, events or results
“may,” “could,” “would,” “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be
achieved) are not statements of historical fact and should be
viewed as forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking
statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other
factors which may cause the actual results, performance or
achievements of the Company to be materially different from any
future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by
such forward-looking statements. Such risks and other factors
include, among others, the availability of capital to fund programs
and the resulting dilution caused by the raising of capital through
the sale of shares, continuity of agreements with third parties and
satisfaction of the conditions to the spin-out transaction, risks
and uncertainties associated with the environment, delays in
obtaining governmental approvals, permits or financing. Although
the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could
cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from
those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other
factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as
anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that
such statements will prove to be accurate as actual results and
future events could differ materially from those anticipated in
such statements. Although the Company believes that the
expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based
upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its
expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is
subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause
actual results to differ materially from those projected. Many of
these factors are beyond the Company’s ability to control or
predict. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ
materially and that could impact the Company and the statements
contained in this news release can be found in the Company’s
filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company
assumes no obligation to update or supplement any forward-looking
statements whether as a result of new information, future events or
otherwise. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on
forward-looking statements contained in this news release and in
any document referred to in this news release. This news release
shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an
offer to buy securities. and information. Please refer to the
Company’s most recent filings under its profile at on Sedar+ at
www.sedarplus.ca and on Edgar at www.sec.gov for further
information respecting the risks affecting the Company and its
business.
The Canadian Securities Exchange has neither
approved nor disapproved the contents of this news release and
accepts no responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy hereof.
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