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Silver Viper Hits 11.70 M @ 9.18 G/T Au And 352.0 G/T Ag Including 0.50 M @ 183.50 G/T Au And 6,850 G/T Ag While Infill Drilling At El Rubi And Expands The 5,000 M Drill Program At La Virginia Project In Sonora Mexico
Silver Viper reported high-grade infill drill results at the El Rubi zone, including 11.7 m grading 9.18 g/t gold and 352 g/t silver, with extremely high-grade sub-intervals. The program has exceeded 5,600 m and continues, supporting resource expansion potential at La Virginia while also identifying new mineralized structures at nearby El Molino.

EVR Secures Plant To Fast Track Antimony Production
EV Resources secured a lease (with purchase option) on a 150-tpd processing plant in Tecomatlán, Mexico, providing immediate production capacity to fast-track antimony output from its nearby Los Lirios project. The strategy enables low-capex startup, early cash flow from third-party ore, and positions the company as a potential key North American antimony supplier.
Riverside Resources and Questcorp Consolidate Key Mineral Concession for Union Project, Sonora, Mexico
Riverside Resources completed the acquisition of key concessions (La Famosa, Dana 7) at the Union Project in Sonora, securing full ownership with no royalties. The consolidation strengthens its district-scale position and supports ongoing partner-funded exploration targeting CRD-style gold-silver-polymetallic mineralization across multiple targets.
Questcorp Mining and Riverside Resources Consolidate Key Mineral Concessions for the La Union Project in Sonora, Mexico
Questcorp Mining and Riverside Resources consolidated key mineral concessions at the La Unión Project in Sonora, creating a larger, unified land package with multiple drill-ready targets. The project hosts favorable carbonate rocks, extensive alteration, and historic workings, enhancing its potential for a significant carbonate replacement (CRD) gold-silver discovery and supporting ongoing exploration and future drilling.
Silver Dollar Hires Versa for Diamond Drilling at Its La Joya Silver (Cu-Au) Project
Silver Dollar Resources hired Versa Perforaciones for a fully funded 3,500-m diamond drilling program at its La Joya silver-copper-gold project in Durango, starting April 2026. The program targets deeper, higher-grade “San Martin–type” mineralization near intrusions, marking a strategic shift from open-pit concepts toward underground exploration beyond historic resource areas.
Silverco Mining Commences 30,000-Meter 2026 Drill Program at Cusi, Targeting Massive Step-Out Potential and Regional Blue-Sky Prospects
Silverco Mining has launched a fully funded 30,000-metre drill program at its Cusi Project in Chihuahua, targeting major step-out extensions and new regional “blue-sky” prospects. The program focuses on expanding known resources (San Juan, San Miguel) and testing a large offset extension across the Cusi fault, while advancing plans to restart production in H2 2026.
Heliostar Drills Multiple Gold Intercepts over 200 Metres From Pit Edge at San Agustin
Heliostar Metals reported multiple near-surface gold intercepts at the San Agustin Mine in Durango, extending oxide mineralization over 200 metres beyond the current pit. Results from several zones support strong potential to expand resources and mine life, prompting an increase in the 2026 drill program to 15,000–18,000 metres.
Zacatecas Silver Receives Drill Permit for El Cristo, Supporting 2026 Drill Program Aimed at Increasing Existing Silver Resource at the Zacatecas Silver Project
Zacatecas Silver received a SEMARNAT drill permit for the El Cristo vein system at its Zacatecas Silver Project, enabling a 4,000 m 2026 drill program (2,800 m at El Cristo). The program targets resource expansion and new zones, aiming to define a maiden resource while building on the existing 20.5 Moz AgEq resource at Panuco.
Pacifica Silver Expands Phase II Drill Program at Claudia to 20,000 m; Appoints Dr. Steven I. Weiss as Interim VP Exploration
Pacifica Silver expanded its Phase II drill program at the Claudia silver-gold project in Durango from 12,000 to 20,000 metres following financing and new permits. The program targets high-grade veins and new zones, with multiple rigs active and assays pending. The company also appointed veteran geologist Dr. Steven I. Weiss as Interim VP Exploration.
Colibri Intersects 7.5 m of 2.92 g/t Gold and 30 m of 0.73 g/t Gold from Near Surface in Maiden Drill Program at the Plomo Claims, EP Gold Project, Sonora, Mexico
Colibri Resource reported results from its maiden RC drill program at the Plomo claims within the EP Gold Project in Sonora’s Caborca Gold Belt. Drilling intersected gold in 18 of 22 holes, including 7.5 m grading 2.92 g/t Au and 30 m grading 0.73 g/t Au from near surface, indicating a broad mineralized corridor at the San Perfecto target with strong potential for follow-up exploration.
Algo Grande Identifies Additional Skarn Mineralization 3km South of Cerro Grande, with Samples Above 3% Copper and Confirms Copper in Multiple Targets on the Property
Algo Grande Copper reported new exploration results at its Adelita Project in Sonora, Mexico, identifying additional copper-gold-silver skarn mineralization about 3 km south of the Cerro Grande discovery. Rock samples returned copper grades above 3%, confirming mineralization across multiple targets, including Potrero South and Las Trancas, highlighting the district-scale potential of the property.
Capitan Silver Announces Arrival of 3rd Drill Rig at the Cruz de Plata Project
Capitan Silver announced the arrival of a third drill rig at its Cruz de Plata silver-gold project in Durango, Mexico, further expanding its 2026 exploration campaign. The rig will help accelerate the company’s 60,000-metre multi-rig drilling program, targeting extensions of high-grade mineralization along the Jesús María Silver Trend, including the Peñoles and Gully fault zones.
EV Resources Acquires 100% of Don Enrique Copper-Silver Project
EV Resources announced it has acquired the remaining 50% interest in the Don Enrique Copper-Silver Project in Peru, securing 100% ownership for about US$150,000. The consolidation creates a 2,684-hectare land package with 5.5 km of prospective strike over a large undrilled geophysical anomaly. Historic sampling returned copper grades up to 3.22%, and the project is drill-ready with permits in place.
Guanajuato Silver Adds Veteran Mine Operator to Board of Directors
Guanajuato Silver appointed veteran mining executive David Paxton to its board, adding over 40 years of underground mining and finance experience to strengthen operations. The company also filed a new NI 43-101 report for its Valenciana complex, granted stock options, and raised about $2M, supporting its strategy to grow as a mid-tier precious metals producer.
Orex Minerals Highlights Silver Viper’s High-Grade Drill Results at La Virginia, Sonora, Mexico
Orex Minerals highlighted Silver Viper’s high-grade drill results at La Virginia, including 11.7 m grading 9.18 g/t gold and 352 g/t silver, reinforcing the project’s strong potential. The results support Orex’s strategic equity stake in Silver Viper following the Coneto transaction and confirm confidence in the asset’s value and ongoing exploration upside.
Silverco Mining Announces Key Advisory and Management Appointments to Drive Transition to Mid-Tier Mexican Silver Producer
Silverco Mining appointed George Paspalas (Advisor), Tara Hassan (EVP Corporate Development), and Victoria Avila (SVP Corporate Affairs & Finance) to strengthen leadership as it advances toward becoming a mid-tier Mexican silver producer. The company highlighted its growing asset base in Mexico and granted stock options and RSUs to align management with long-term growth objectives.
Orla Mining Receives Permits to Extend Operations in Mexico Supporting Company’s Long-Term Commitment to Camino Rojo
Orla Mining received key environmental and land-use permits to extend operations at its Camino Rojo mine in Zacatecas, allowing mining of remaining oxide open-pit resources. The approvals secure continued production and support long-term development plans, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding the project’s life and future growth potential in Mexico.
Orogen Royalties Announces Private Placement Update
Orogen Royalties announced an update to its non-brokered private placement to raise up to $10 million through the issuance of common shares. Proceeds will fund generative exploration, potential royalty acquisitions, and working capital. Insiders may participate, and the financing remains subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions.
Silverco Mining Announces U.S. OTCQB Listing Under the Symbol “SICOF”
Silverco Mining announced its common shares have begun trading on the U.S. OTCQB market under the symbol “SICOF,” while continuing to trade on the TSXV. The listing is expected to enhance visibility, improve liquidity, and broaden access to U.S. investors. The company highlighted this as a key milestone supporting its growth strategy.
Silver Tiger Awards Engineering Procurement and Construction Management Contract and Provides Construction Update
Silver Tiger Metals awarded an Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) contract to advance development of its El Tigre silver-gold project in Sonora. The company has approved a construction decision, with work progressing toward commissioning and first production targeted for December 2027, marking a key step toward transitioning the project into production.
Orex Minerals Inc. Announces Sale of Coneto Silver-Gold Project to Silver Viper Minerals Corp.
Orex Minerals announced a binding agreement to sell its 38.79% interest in the Coneto Silver-Gold Project in Durango, Mexico, while partner Fresnillo will sell its 61.21% stake, giving Silver Viper Minerals 100% ownership. The all-share transaction values the project at about US$15 million, with Orex and Fresnillo becoming shareholders in Silver Viper after closing.
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Silver Viper Hits 11.70 M @ 9.18 G/T Au And 352.0 G/T Ag Including 0.50 M @ 183.50 G/T Au And 6,850 G/T Ag While Infill Drilling At El Rubi And Expands The 5,000 M Drill Program At La Virginia Project In Sonora Mexico
Silver Viper reported high-grade infill drill results at the El Rubi zone, including 11.7 m grading 9.18 g/t gold and 352 g/t silver, with extremely high-grade sub-intervals. The program has exceeded 5,600 m and continues, supporting resource expansion potential at La Virginia while also identifying new mineralized structures at nearby El Molino.

EVR Secures Plant To Fast Track Antimony Production
EV Resources secured a lease (with purchase option) on a 150-tpd processing plant in Tecomatlán, Mexico, providing immediate production capacity to fast-track antimony output from its nearby Los Lirios project. The strategy enables low-capex startup, early cash flow from third-party ore, and positions the company as a potential key North American antimony supplier.

Riverside Resources and Questcorp Consolidate Key Mineral Concession for Union Project, Sonora, Mexico
Riverside Resources completed the acquisition of key concessions (La Famosa, Dana 7) at the Union Project in Sonora, securing full ownership with no royalties. The consolidation strengthens its district-scale position and supports ongoing partner-funded exploration targeting CRD-style gold-silver-polymetallic mineralization across multiple targets.

Questcorp Mining and Riverside Resources Consolidate Key Mineral Concessions for the La Union Project in Sonora, Mexico
Questcorp Mining and Riverside Resources consolidated key mineral concessions at the La Unión Project in Sonora, creating a larger, unified land package with multiple drill-ready targets. The project hosts favorable carbonate rocks, extensive alteration, and historic workings, enhancing its potential for a significant carbonate replacement (CRD) gold-silver discovery and supporting ongoing exploration and future drilling.

Silver Dollar Hires Versa for Diamond Drilling at Its La Joya Silver (Cu-Au) Project
Silver Dollar Resources hired Versa Perforaciones for a fully funded 3,500-m diamond drilling program at its La Joya silver-copper-gold project in Durango, starting April 2026. The program targets deeper, higher-grade “San Martin–type” mineralization near intrusions, marking a strategic shift from open-pit concepts toward underground exploration beyond historic resource areas.

Silverco Mining Commences 30,000-Meter 2026 Drill Program at Cusi, Targeting Massive Step-Out Potential and Regional Blue-Sky Prospects
Silverco Mining has launched a fully funded 30,000-metre drill program at its Cusi Project in Chihuahua, targeting major step-out extensions and new regional “blue-sky” prospects. The program focuses on expanding known resources (San Juan, San Miguel) and testing a large offset extension across the Cusi fault, while advancing plans to restart production in H2 2026.
Guanajuato Silver Adds Veteran Mine Operator to Board of Directors
Guanajuato Silver appointed veteran mining executive David Paxton to its board, adding over 40 years of underground mining and finance experience to strengthen operations. The company also filed a new NI 43-101 report for its Valenciana complex, granted stock options, and raised about $2M, supporting its strategy to grow as a mid-tier precious metals producer.
Orex Minerals Highlights Silver Viper’s High-Grade Drill Results at La Virginia, Sonora, Mexico
Orex Minerals highlighted Silver Viper’s high-grade drill results at La Virginia, including 11.7 m grading 9.18 g/t gold and 352 g/t silver, reinforcing the project’s strong potential. The results support Orex’s strategic equity stake in Silver Viper following the Coneto transaction and confirm confidence in the asset’s value and ongoing exploration upside.
Silverco Mining Announces Key Advisory and Management Appointments to Drive Transition to Mid-Tier Mexican Silver Producer
Silverco Mining appointed George Paspalas (Advisor), Tara Hassan (EVP Corporate Development), and Victoria Avila (SVP Corporate Affairs & Finance) to strengthen leadership as it advances toward becoming a mid-tier Mexican silver producer. The company highlighted its growing asset base in Mexico and granted stock options and RSUs to align management with long-term growth objectives.
Orla Mining Receives Permits to Extend Operations in Mexico Supporting Company’s Long-Term Commitment to Camino Rojo
Orla Mining received key environmental and land-use permits to extend operations at its Camino Rojo mine in Zacatecas, allowing mining of remaining oxide open-pit resources. The approvals secure continued production and support long-term development plans, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding the project’s life and future growth potential in Mexico.

The Hidden Returns in Junior Mining | John-Mark Staude

I Asked Rick Rule a Question the Mining Industry Keeps Avoiding | PDAC 2026 Part 1/3

Glenn Jessome of Silver Tiger Metals Inc. talks to Don Durrett | Metals Investor Forum | Feb 2026

JJ Jennex of Guanajuato Silver Company talks to Peter Krauth at the Metals Investor Forum in Toronto

Silver Demand Explosion: Solar, EVs & AI Are Draining Global Supply Faster Than You Think

Advance Metals (ASX:AVM) – Broad Silver Intervals Confirm Yoquivo Resource Potential
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