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.

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 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.

Silver Viper Minerals signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the Coneto Silver-Gold Project in Durango, Mexico from Fresnillo (61.21%) and Orex Minerals (38.79%). The all-share transaction values the project at about US$15 million. After closing, Fresnillo and Orex will become major shareholders in Silver Viper, while the company plans expanded exploration and drilling.

Orogen Royalties announced a non-brokered private placement of up to $10 million, offering units to investors to raise capital. Proceeds will support generative exploration programs, potential royalty acquisitions, and general working capital as the company expands its royalty portfolio and project-generation strategy in North America. The financing remains subject to regulatory approvals.

Defiance Silver announced it has received a drill permit for its Zacatecas Silver Project in Mexico, allowing the company to begin expanded exploration in the historic Zacatecas Mining District. The permit supports drilling at multiple targets within the project area, including the San Acacio deposit, as the company advances resource growth and explores additional high-grade silver mineralization across the district-scale property.

Tocvan Ventures announced the appointment of Darin Wagner, P.Geo., as Special Advisor. Wagner brings more than 35 years of experience in mineral exploration and corporate development and helped build companies such as West Timmins Mining and Balmoral Resources. He will provide strategic guidance on exploration and development as Tocvan advances its Gran Pilar gold-silver project in Sonora, Mexico.