Orestone Mining Corp (ORS)

Airborne over Captain completed:
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4085/2026-11_orestone_completes_airborne_geophysical_survey_at_captain.pdf

WEBINAR + QUESTIONS/ANSWERS with David Hottman
I found the Q/A time very informative and enlightening.......... we'll see..............

Ahead of the Herd: June 8
https://aheadoftheherd.com/orestone-to-drill-francisa-gold-silver-project-argentina-richard-mills/
Street Wise Reports:
https://www.streetwisereports.com/article/2026/06/05/junior-miner-discovers-multi-million-ounce-gold-silver-breakthrough-in-argentina.html
After all completed Phase I assays results are received and analyzed Orestone plans to drill-test the gold/ silver oxide zone and the porphyry target during a Phase 2 drill program that is slated to begin shortly.The first round of drilling will be around 1,300 meters and is expected to cost approximately CAD$700,000.
Conclusion
The setup here looks promising. When I talked to CEO David Hottman on Friday, June 5, he said Orestone is looking at a 1,500-meter-long stretch of outcrops — stockworks, veins and gold-mineralized material that pokes up at surface — with large IP anomalies in a trend that covers 1,700 meters.
“We’ve got a tiger by the tail, Francisca represents a multi-million-ounce opportunity for an open-pit gold project.” But he also added they have porphyry dikes that are exposed to surface and there is a big IP anomaly that indicates a larger porphyry target deeper.

See: https://orestone.ca/investors/presentations/
bottom: Orestone webinar: June 4, 2026
See slide 12 at bottom left:
Phase II exploration will be drilling budgeted at ~US$500,000
Start date summer 2026

Nobody ran from the meeting to buy. Where can we find the meeting?

Orestone Expands Francisca Gold - Silver Project to Twenty-Three Square Kilometres and Acquires Important Geophysical Survey DataJune 4, 2026 9:00 AM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 4, 2026) - Orestone Mining Corp. (TSXV: ORS) (OTC Pink: ORESF) (FSE: O2R2) ("Orestone" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the expansion of the Francisca Gold-Silver Project with the acquisition of the Francisca II concession and the purchase of historic geophysical survey data over the current and new land positions. The Francisca Gold-Silver Project now encompasses twenty three (23) square kilometres of mineral concessions located in Salta Province, northwestern Argentina approximately 80 kilometres northwest of the city of Salta. It is accessed by gravel roads off the paved National Highway RTE 51.OXIDE GOLD STOCK-WORK MINERALIZED TREND
With the addition of the Francisca II concession the mineralized trend now covers a northwest strike length of 1500 metres where an oxide gold-silver stockwork, vein and breccia system can be observed at surface in numerous large outcropping areas (North cluster, South Zone and Kelly Zone). The outcropping zones are surrounded by a 500 to 1000 metre wide area of strongly hornfels altered sediments, further defined by a 1700 metre long by 500 to 700 meter wide IP chargeability anomaly of 7.9 mV/V that appears to be related to gold-silver mineralization. Several large, strong IP chargeability anomalies measuring up to 20 mV/V indicate the potential for a larger buried gold porphyry. The oxide gold quartz limonite stock-work trend is associated with quartz feldspar porphyry intrusive dykes and intense sericite clay alteration along a NW trending fault system.David Hottman, Orestone's CEO, stated: "The Francisca II concession is a meaningful addition to our land position at Francisca. The mineralized trend taking shape is being derisked through methodical exploration to define drill targets. Results from the initial mapping and sampling program are very encouraging and demonstrate that a robust gold system is present and is partially exposed on the surface, while the recently acquired geophysical data is showing us a potentially much larger system at depth. Results from the recent exploration program are being compiled in preparation for a Phase I drilling program."INDUCED POLARIZATION AND MAGNETIC SURVEYS
Orestone has acquired, at minimal cost, results of a time domain Induced Polarization (IP), Resistivity, and Total Field Magnetic surveys carried out on the property in March 1999 by Quantec Geofisica Argentina S.A., a subsidiary of the internationally known and well respected Quantec Geoscience Group. The surveys were carried out for a previous operator over an area located within the Francisca I, Francisca II and Flamingo I concessions now controlled by Orestone Argentina S.A.U. The survey area was approximately one kilometre by two kilometres (1x2 km), oriented NW-SE with 50 meter stations on 100 metre spaced lines and were optimized for a depth of 180 metres. A broad trend measuring 1700 metres long by 500 to 700 meters wide was defined by the survey including several strong chargeability features that may be attributable to a deeper, extensive mineralized system. Orestone considers this data as historic in nature but is investigating the possibility of using newer methods of processing to enhance the interpretation of this data.FRANCISCA II CONCESSION
The Francisca II concession, consisting of 14.40 square kilometers was acquired for US$104,000 after being declared available for staking by the Mining Court of the Province of Salta. The Francisca II concession is contiguous with the Francisca I and Flamingo I concessions held by the Company under an Option to Purchase Agreement between the Company and two private Argentinean individuals (as previously announced February 11, 2025 and September 17, 2025). The Francisca II concession will become part of the Francisca property under the Option Agreement. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:
https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/4752/300057_60806867a46dd9aa_001full.jpgExploration Update
On May 7th the Company announced initial assay results received from the Phase I exploration program on the Francisca Gold Project. This program included mapping, resampling of existing trenches and prospecting of the north south mineralized trend. Approximately 15 percent of the 675 sample assays have been reported with the balance anticipated in the coming weeks.At the South Gold zone, mapping indicates a stockwork width from 40-70 metres averaging 50 metres along a 400-500 metre strike length. The zone consists of highly sericitic argillic altered porphyry and hornfels host rocks cut by a dense stockwork of thin light brown limonite veinlets with thin dark quartz vein centres and thicker dark limonite quartz veins that are both vertical and shallow dipping. Previously excavated trenches were renumbered, cleaned of debris and chip or continuous chip channel samples were taken. Trench T7 was sampled over a length of 72.31 metres with two well mineralized intervals encountered: 36.97 metres grading 0.78 g/t gold with 7.20 g/t silver and 11.72 metres grading 0.58 g/t gold with 4.80 g/t silver, these intervals are separated by a low-grade mineralized interval of 9.40 metres. Trench T8 was sampled over a length of 83.93 metres with two well mineralized intervals encountered: 23.47 metres grading 4.71 g/t gold with 28.54 g/t silver and 11.72 metres grading 1.95 g/t gold with 12.11 g/t silver, these intervals are separated by a low-grade mineralized interval of 13.18 metres. Assay results for the first two trenches at Francisca compare favorably to historically reported data and confirm that a robust gold-silver mineralized stockwork system is present.TrenchInterval 
MetresGold g/tSilver g/tT736.970.787.20and11.720.584.80



T823.474.7128.54incl6.2612.3192.40and11.721.9512.11



T8(cut)23.471.6521.58Incl(cut)6.264.0066.37T8(cut)11.721.0712.11 Cut threshold - high gold values cut to 4.0 g/t - high silver values cut to 88.0 g/t The work program was carried out under the direct supervision of an experienced professional senior geologist Registered in the Province of Salta in Argentina, supervised by Gray Nordin P.Geo. registered in British Columbia. Historic trenches that were oriented to cross-cut the mineralized zones at right angles, were cleaned prior to sampling. Continuous chip samples were taken along the trenches over 0.20 to 4.70 metre intervals. Chip channel samples were taken over 0.20 to 1.0 metre intervals in mineralized areas between and surrounding the trenches. Samples weighed approximately 2 to 3.5 kg. In addition to Alex Stewart's in house QA-QC controls, blanks, duplicates and standards were inserted in a ratio of 14% of the total samples submitted for assay for additional data verification and QA-QC. Samples were bagged and sealed with zip ties and collected at site and maintained under a chain of custody until they were collected by the laboratory from a secure facility in the town of Campo Quijano. Samples were analyzed by an independent, internationally recognized, analytical laboratory, Alex Stewart International Argentina, in Zapala City, Jujuy, Argentina. They were analyzed for gold by fire assay on a 30g sub-sample and for silver and other elements by ICP-MA for 39 elements. High grade samples were cut to 4.0 g/t for gold and 88 g/t for silver to control their effect of overstating values calculated by using weighted averages.About Orestone
Orestone Mining Corp. is a well-funded, Canadian based company with an internationally experienced management team. The Board of Directors and management team have experience in all aspects of the mining business having been involved in numerous corporate and project level successes. Orestone's property portfolio includes exposure to gold, silver and copper on projects located in Canada and Argentina. Our near-term objective on the Francisca Gold Project, located in Salta, Argentina is to define an oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods. The Company's 100 percent owned Captain Gold-Copper Project, located in British Columbia, Canada hosts a large gold dominant porphyry system that is permitted for 79 drill locations. Both projects are road accessible and suitable for exploration year-round.To learn more about the Company and to stay up to date on corporate developments go to our website at www.orestone.ca and sign up for our investor email updates or email us at info@orestone.ca.ON BEHALF OF ORESTONE MINING CORP.David HottmanCEOFor further information contact: David Hottman at 604-629-1929 ♦ info@orestone.caNeither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. This news release has been prepared by management and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of Canadian securities laws, which may include, but are not limited to statements relating to the Option Agreement, as amended, the exercise of the option, future exploration plans and the ability to fund these plans and the prospective nature of the Francisca property. All statements in this release, other than statements of historical facts, that address events or developments that the Company expects to occur, are forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include regulatory actions, fluctuations in metal and commodity prices, changes in currency exchange rates, market prices, failure to obtain permits, and continued availability of capital and financing, and general economic, market or business conditions. In particular, there is no guarantee that exploration expenditures, as proposed, or otherwise, will be completed on the property or that the option will be exercised. Such forward-looking information reflects the Company's views with respect to future events and is subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including those set out in the Company's quarterly and annual management discussion and analysis. Investors are cautioned that any such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. There can be no assurance that any forward-looking statements or information will prove to be accurate as actual results, and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements or information. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. Except as required by applicable securities laws, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements in the event that management's beliefs, estimates or opinions, or other factors, should change.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/300057 Original: Orestone Expands Francisca Gold - Silver Project to Twenty-Three Square Kilometres and Acquires Important Geophysical Survey Data

NEWS RELEASE:
I thought they might add something BEFORE the meeting!!!
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4080/2026-10_orestone_expands_francisca_gold_-_silver_project.pdf
We'll see how the online thing goes today - assays still coming - then DRILLING - we'll see...........

AI ASSESSMENT:
Executive Summary

This news release is encouraging, but it's still an early-stage exploration story, not a discovery story yet.

The key takeaway is that Orestone has:

Expanded the land package from roughly 9 km² to 23 km².
Added ground that extends the known mineralized trend.
Obtained historical IP geophysical data that suggests a potentially larger mineralized system at depth.
Confirmed some very respectable gold-silver grades in trenching.
Indicated that a Phase I drill program is being prepared.

The market will ultimately care about drill results, not trench samples or geophysics.

The Good
1. Trench results are legitimately interesting

The standout intercept is:

23.47 m @ 4.71 g/t Au and 28.54 g/t Ag
Including 6.26 m @ 12.31 g/t Au

Even after capping high grades:

23.47 m @ 1.65 g/t Au

For a bulk-tonnage open-pit style target, those are attractive numbers.

The other trench:

36.97 m @ 0.78 g/t Au

isn't spectacular but is economically relevant if the mineralization is extensive.

The important thing is widths. Narrow high-grade veins are common. Wide mineralized zones are what can become mines.

2. The mineralized footprint is growing

The release describes:

1.5 km strike length of mineralization
multiple surface zones
broad alteration halo
stockwork and breccia mineralization

That's exactly what explorers want to see before drilling.

Large systems usually reveal themselves through:

alteration
geochemistry
geophysics
surface mineralization

before drilling proves them up.

3. IP anomaly could be important

The company highlights:

1700 m long chargeability anomaly
stronger anomalies up to 20 mV/V

IP anomalies often indicate:

sulphides
disseminated mineralization
porphyry systems

The phrase that matters is:

"potential for a larger buried gold porphyry"

If Francisca is actually sitting above a significant porphyry system, the valuation could increase dramatically.

However...

Geophysics is not ore.

Many IP anomalies drill into:

pyrite
barren sulphides
weak mineralization

This remains a hypothesis until drilling.

The Bad
1. No drill holes yet

This is the biggest issue.

Everything discussed is:

mapping
trenching
geophysics

The market generally assigns much lower value until drill holes confirm:

continuity
thickness
grade
depth

The next major catalyst is the first drill campaign.

2. Historic geophysics

The IP survey is from 1999.

Management says it was done by a reputable contractor, which helps.

Still:

old survey
limited depth (~180 m)
historic data

It's useful targeting information but not a major de-risking event.

3. Sampling bias risk

Surface trench results are usually better than drilling because:

weathering can enrich grades
sampling focuses on visible mineralization
continuity is unknown

Many excellent trench results disappoint once drilled.

Will drilling "prove it up"?
My assessment: maybe, but not yet enough evidence to say likely.

The ingredients are there:

✅ Significant surface mineralization

✅ Good trench grades

✅ Large alteration system

✅ IP anomalies

✅ Increasing land position

But what is still missing:

❌ Drill-confirmed continuity

❌ Resource estimate

❌ Metallurgy

❌ Depth information

❌ True width understanding

Buy or Sell?
If I already owned shares

Based only on this release:

Hold.

Nothing here would make me sell.

The company appears to be advancing the project properly and adding value through exploration.

If I didn't own shares

This looks like a speculative exploration buy, not an investment-grade buy.

Risk profile:

High risk
High potential reward
Success depends heavily on upcoming drilling

I would characterize it as:

Factor Assessment
Surface mineralization Strong
Trench results Good
Scale potential Good
Geophysics Encouraging
Discovery proven? No
Resource defined? No
Drilling catalyst Near-term
Risk level High
What I'd watch next

The next news releases matter far more than this one:

Remaining 85% of assays.
Drill permit/timeline.
Number of planned drill holes.
First drill intercepts.
Whether drilling hits the IP anomalies at depth.

If they start reporting drill holes such as:

100+ m @ 1+ g/t Au, or
50+ m @ 2+ g/t Au,

then the story could become substantially more valuable.

If the first drill program misses the deeper target or finds only narrow mineralization, enthusiasm could fade quickly.

Bottom line

This release strengthens the geological case and improves the odds that Francisca hosts a meaningful gold system. It does not prove an economic deposit exists. I'd classify Orestone as promising but unproven, with the upcoming drill program being the event that will determine whether this becomes a serious discovery story or just another interesting exploration project.

The question is this (after the financials are out too): will they make another news release
on Francisca samples / drilling date BEFORE or AFTER the meeting Thursday?
Hype "before" or "after" the meeting? What would you do? We'll see................

Orestone Mining Corp. Live Investor Webinar with Presentation and Audience Q&AJune 1, 2026 7:00 AM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 1, 2026) - Orestone Mining Corp. (TSXV: ORS) (OTC Pink: ORESF) (FSE: O2R2) (Orestone or the "Company") is pleased to invite investors and other interested parties to attend the Company's upcoming live webinar presentation, audience Q&A and interview.CEO David Hottman reviews Orestone's portfolio and exploration plans. Orestone's property portfolio includes exposure to gold, silver and copper on projects located in Canada and Argentina. The near-term objective with the Francisca Gold Project, located in Salta, Argentina is to define an oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods. The Company's 100 percent owned Captain Gold-Copper Project, located in British Columbia, Canada hosts a large gold dominant porphyry system that is permitted for 79 drill locations. Both projects are road accessible and suitable for exploration year-round.The webinar will be a live, interactive online event where attendees can ask the presenters questions in real time. A recording will be available for those who cannot join the live event.Event: Radius Research Pitch, Deep Dive, and Q&A with Orestone Mining Corp.
Presentation Date & Time: Thursday, June 4th @ 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT
Webcast Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5117799939103/WN_mC8mA2a2RNi4z0NepC0N2gThis webinar is hosted by Radius Research, giving individual investors access to in-depth CEO interviews with deep-dive institutional-level discussion and Q&A. Radius Research is part of Market Radius Capital, Inc. and hosted by Martin Gagel, a former top-ranked sell-side technology and special situations analyst. About Orestone Orestone Mining Corp. is a well-funded, Canadian based company with an internationally experienced management team. The Board of Directors and management team have experience in all aspects of the mining business having been involved in numerous corporate and project level successes. Orestone's property portfolio includes exposure to gold, silver and copper on projects located in Canada and Argentina. Our near-term objective on the Francisca Gold Project, located in Salta, Argentina is to define an oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods. The Company's 100 percent owned Captain Gold-Copper Project, located in British Columbia, Canada hosts a large gold dominant porphyry system that is permitted for 79 drill locations. Both projects are road accessible and suitable for exploration year-round.To learn more about the Company and to stay up to date on corporate developments go to our website at www.orestone.ca and sign up for our investor email updates or email us at info@orestone.ca.For further information contact: David Hottman at 604-629-1929 ♦ info@orestone.caON BEHALF OF ORESTONE MINING CORP.David HottmanCEONeither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. This news release has been prepared by management and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/299575 Original: Orestone Mining Corp. Live Investor Webinar with Presentation and Audience Q&A

May 13: getting more shares traded lately. Should be a news release on samples again soon I believe. We'll see............

May 13: getting more shares traded lately. Should be a news release on samples again soon I believe. We'll see............

Orestone Reports First Gold Assays from Francisca Surface Exploration ProgramMay 7, 2026 8:00 AM
NewsfileHighlights IncludeTrench T8 - 23.47 metres of 4.71 g/t gold and 28.54 g/t silverIncluding - 6.26 metres of 12.31 g/t gold and 92.40 g/t silverVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 7, 2026) - Orestone Mining Corp. (TSXV: ORS) (OTC Pink: ORESF) (FSE: O2R2) (the "Company") is pleased to announce the initial assay results received from the Phase I exploration program on the Francisca Gold Project in Salta Province, Argentina. This program included the resampling of existing trenches for which the Company only possessed historic summary data.At the South Gold zone, mapping indicates a stockwork width from 40-70 metres averaging 50 metres along a 400-500 metre strike length. The zone consists of highly sericite argillic altered porphyry and hornfels host rocks cut by a dense stockwork of thin light brown limonite veinlets with thin dark quartz vein centres and thicker dark limonite quartz veins that are both vertical and shallow dipping. Previously excavated trenches were renumbered, cleaned of debris and chip or continuous chip channel samples were taken. Trench T7 was sampled over a length of 72.31 metres with two well mineralized intervals encountered; 36.97 metres grading 0.78 g/t gold with 7.20 g/t silver and 11.72 metres grading 0.58 g/t gold with 4.80 g/t silver, these intervals are separated by a low-grade mineralized interval of 9.40 metres. Trench T8 was sampled over a length of 83.93 metres with two well mineralized intervals encountered; 23.47 metres grading 4.71 g/t gold with 28.54 g/t silver and 11.72 metres grading 1.95 g/t gold with 12.11 g/t silver; separated by a low-grade mineralized interval of 13.18 metres. Assay results for the first two trenches at Francisca compare favorably to historically reported data and confirm that a robust gold-silver mineralized stockwork system is exposed on the surface.TrenchInterval MetresGold g/tSilver g/tT736.970.787.20and11.720.584.80



T823.474.7128.54incl6.2612.3192.40and11.721.9512.11



T8(cut)23.471.6521.58Incl(cut)6.264.0066.37T8(cut)11.721.0712.11 Cut threshold - high gold values cut to 4.0 g/t - high silver values cut to 88.0 g/t David Hottman, Orestone's CEO, stated: "These initial gold and silver results from Francisca are very encouraging and demonstrate that a robust gold system is present and exposed on the surface. Results from the recent exploration program are being compiled in preparation for Phase I drilling program to test this large gold target. Our goal is to define a gold-silver deposit that can be mined by open pit."OXIDE GOLD STOCK-WORK MINERALIZED TREND
Geologic mapping has outlined an oxide gold stock-work mineralized trend over a northwest strike length of 1100 metres outcropping on the crest of a hill with moderate relief. Two zones (North and South) are surrounded by a 500 to 1000 metre wide area of strongly hornfels altered sediments with the South zone underlain by a 400x500 metre circular IP changeability anomaly indicating the potential for a larger mineralized intrusive body at depth. The oxide gold quartz limonite stock-work trend is associated with quartz feldspar porphyry intrusive dykes and intense sericite alteration along NW trending faults.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:
https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/4752/296426_5160d5f384914b48_001full.jpgSamples consisted of individual to contiguous rock chip and chip channel samples varying from 1 to 3 metres in length depending on the exposure. Standards, duplicates and blank samples were then inserted averaging 14% of the total samples taken. The samples were then transported under chain of custody to the Alex Stewart International Argentina S.A., analytical facility located in Palpala, Jujuy Province, Argentina. Samples varied in weight from 1.77 to 3.38 kilograms, and were analyzed by fire assay for gold and ICP for 39 multi-element analysis including silver. Duplicate, blank and standard samples were analyzed for quality control, as well as the standard QA/QC internal controls used by Alex Stewart International Argentina S.A. Gary Nordin, P.Geo, a Director of the Company, is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101. Mr. Nordin has reviewed and approved the technical information in this press release.About Orestone
Orestone Mining Corp. is a well-funded, Canadian based company with an internationally experienced management team. The Board of Directors and management team have experience in all aspects of the mining business having been involved in numerous corporate and project level successes. Orestone's property portfolio includes exposure to gold, silver and copper on projects located in Canada and Argentina. Our near-term objective on the Francisca Gold Project, located in Salta, Argentina is to define an oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods. The Company's 100 percent owned Captain Gold-Copper Project, located in British Columbia, Canada hosts a large gold dominant porphyry system that is permitted for 79 drill locations. Both projects are road accessible and suitable for exploration year-round.To learn more about the Company and to stay up to date on corporate developments go to our website at www.orestone.ca and sign up for our investor email updates or email us at info@orestone.ca.ON BEHALF OF ORESTONE MINING CORP.David HottmanCEOFor further information contact: David Hottman at 604-629-1929 ♦ info@orestone.caNeither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. This news release has been prepared by management and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/296426 Original: Orestone Reports First Gold Assays from Francisca Surface Exploration Program

AI Summary of April 24th news release:
Orestone Mining Corp. (TSXV: ORS) has announced that it will adopt semi-annual financial reporting (SAR) as part of the Coordinated Blanket Order 51-933. This decision means the company will no longer be required to file quarterly financial reports for its first (ending April 30) and third (ending October 31) quarters. However, it will continue to file annual audited financial statements and six-month interim reports (due within 60 days of July 31). Orestone qualifies for the SAR pilot program because it has annual revenues under $10 million and a clean 12-month disclosure record.

Opinion:
This shift to semi-annual reporting could be beneficial for Orestone, reducing the administrative burden of filing quarterly reports, particularly for a smaller company. Given their focus on exploration and long-term project development, quarterly updates might not be as crucial, and this move could allow more time and resources to focus on project advancements. However, investors might need to adjust expectations for more frequent updates, as SAR limits the amount of financial information available throughout the year.

Orestone Adopts Semi-Annual Financial ReportingApril 24, 2026 1:29 PM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 24, 2026) - Orestone Mining Corp. (TSXV: ORS) (FSE: O2R2) ("Orestone" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has elected to rely on Coordinated Blanket Order 51-933 and move to semi-annual financial reporting ("SAR"). Coordinated Blanket Order 51-933 allows eligible venture issuers listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV") to voluntarily move from a quarterly to a semi-annual financial reporting framework. The Company's fiscal year ends on January 31. Under the SAR pilot program, the Company will be exempt from filing interim financial reports and related Management's Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) for its first and third quarters.Interim Period: The Company will not file an interim report for the first quarter (Q1) ending April 30 and the third quarter (Q3) ending October 31; andOngoing Reporting: The Company will continue to file audited financial statements (due within 120 days of January 31) and six-month interim financial reports (due within 60 days of July 31).The Company confirms it meets the pilot program's eligibility criteria, which include being a venture issuer with annual revenues of less than $10 million and maintaining a clean 12-month continuous disclosure record.This news release is being filed pursuant to Coordinated Blanket Order 51-933 Exemptions to Permit Semi-Annual Reporting for Certain Venture Issuers.About Orestone Orestone Mining Corp. is a well-funded, Canadian based company with an internationally experienced management team. The Board of Directors and management team have experience in all aspects of the mining business having been involved in numerous corporate and project level successes. Orestone's property portfolio includes exposure to gold, silver and copper on projects located in Canada and Argentina. Our near-term objective on the Francisca Gold Project, located in Salta, Argentina is to define an oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods. The Company's 100 percent owned Captain Gold-Copper Project, located in British Columbia, Canada hosts a large gold dominant porphyry system that is permitted for 79 drill locations. Both projects are road accessible and suitable for exploration year-round.To learn more about the Company and to stay up to date on corporate developments go to our website at www.orestone.ca and sign up for our investor email updates or email us at info@orestone.ca.ON BEHALF OF ORESTONE MINING CORP.David HottmanCEOFor further information contact: David Hottman at 604-629-1929 info@orestone.caNeither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. This news release has been prepared by management and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATESTo view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/294186
Original: Orestone Adopts Semi-Annual Financial Reporting

This was mentioned twice:
Additional prospecting was carried out along strike to the north and south of the known gold mineralized stockwork, altered porphyry and hornfels zones.
More information will be released in the near future.

https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4075/2026-05_orestone_phase_i_exploration_complete_at_francisca_goldproject_salta_province_argentina.pdf

WHAT "AI" says:
This is now a proper early-stage discovery description, not just sampling—and it actually paints a pretty coherent exploration story. I’ll give you a realistic, geology-first evaluation like you’d hear in a technical review (not just a promo read).

🧭 Big Picture: What They’ve Found

From Orestone Mining Corp. at the Francisca Project:

👉 A large, oxidized gold-bearing stockwork system in
Salta Province

With:

~1.1 km mineralized trend
Multiple zones (North + South)
Strong alteration + intrusive link
Geophysical anomaly at depth

👉 That’s a classic bulk-tonnage gold system setup

📏 1. Scale Potential (This is where it gets interesting)
Combined Mineralized Footprint:
Strike length: ~1100 m ✅
Widths: 40–70 m (locally) ✅
Alteration halo: up to 500–1000 m wide (!!) ✅

👉 That’s no longer a “target”—that’s a district-scale system footprint

Key Add-on:
400 × 500 m IP chargeability anomaly

👉 Suggests:

????? Potential sulfide body at depth
???? Porphyry feeder system
🧱 2. Geological Strength

You’ve got all the right ingredients:

✅ ???? signals
Sericite (phyllic) alteration
Quartz–limonite stockworks
Hornfels (thermal metamorphism from intrusion)
Porphyry dykes
Structural control (NW faults)

👉 This is textbook for:

Intrusion-related gold
Porphyry-related gold systems
⛏️ 3. Open Pit Suitability

This part is actually very encouraging:

Surface Conditions:
Oxidized (limonite) ? heap leach potential
Outcropping on a hill ? low strip ratio likely
Moderate terrain ? mineable

👉 CEO explicitly targeting:

oxide gold deposit mined by open pit

That’s not fluff—that’s consistent with the geology described.

⚠️ 4. The Elephant in the Room (Still Missing)

No matter how good this looks:

👉 NO GOLD GRADES RELEASED

This is the single biggest risk.

🧠 5. Reading Between the Lines (Important)

When a company like Orestone Mining Corp.:

Talks a lot about size + geology
Mentions sampling completed
But doesn’t show assays

👉 ?????? means:

Assays pending
OR results are mixed/low and need interpretation
📊 6. Real Exploration Comparison

This resembles early-stage systems like:

Low-grade bulk tonnage gold targets
??????? porphyry gold halos

Typical outcomes:

70% ? sub-economic alteration systems
20% ? marginal deposits
10% ? real discoveries
🧮 7. Back-of-the-Envelope Potential

If (big IF):

1.1 km × 50 m × 150 m depth
? ~8–10 million tonnes (very rough early envelope)

Then:

Grade Outcome
0.3 g/t Au Weak
0.5 g/t Au Borderline open pit
1.0 g/t Au Strong project
1.5+ g/t Au Major
🧭 8. My Updated Rating (Now that we have full context)
Geological / Discovery Potential
Category Score
System Size ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Geological Model ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Surface Expression ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Open Pit Suitability ⭐⭐⭐⭐?
Data (grades/drilling) ⭐????
🏁 Final Verdict (Straight, No Hype)

👉 This is a legitimately large and geologically convincing gold system

BUT:

👉 It is still unproven economically

🎯 Bottom-Line Rating
Geology-only potential: 8.5 / 10
Investment / discovery certainty: 4 / 10 (until assays)
🚨 What Will Make or Break This
Positive Catalyst:
Continuous 0.7–1.2 g/t Au over 40–70 m
? 🚀 serious open pit candidate
Negative Outcome:
Patchy

Phase One Exploration Complete at Francisca Gold Project Salta Province ArgentinaApril 14, 2026 9:00 AM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 14, 2026) - Orestone Mining Corp. (TSXV: ORS) (OTC Pink: ORESF) (FSE: O2R2) (the "Company") is pleased to announce that the Phase I exploration program has been completed on the Francisca Gold Project in Salta Province, Argentina. Mapping and sampling at Francisca has outlined a strongly sericite clay altered gold stockwork system in highly limonitic sericite - clay altered feldspar porphyry and hornfels hosted gold stockwork system.At the South Gold zone, mapping indicates a stockwork width from 40-70 metres averaging 50 metres along a 400-500 metre strike length. The zone consists of highly sericite clay altered porphyry and hornfels host rockscut by a dense stockwork of thin light brown limonite veinlets with thin dark quartz vein centres and thicker dark limonite quartz veins that are both vertical and shallow dipping. At the North Gold zone three, sub parallel en-echelon, highly altered and mineralized zones are present averaging 40-50 metres in width and with individual strike lengths of 100-150 metres. The southwestern zone consists of highly altered porphyry and hornfels similar to the South Gold zone, while the two northern zones consist of sericite altered quartz manganese stockworks.Additional prospecting was carried out along strike to the north and south of the known gold mineralized stockwork, altered porphyry and hornfels zones. More information will be released in the near future.A total of 675 rock chip samples were taken from the mineralized zones. Chip samples varying from 1 to 3 metres in length were taken by a crew of 4 samplers and a supervisor under the direction of senior geologist Ruben Davacino. The samples consisted of individual to contiguous rock chip and chip channel samples depending on the exposure. Standards, duplicates and blank samples were then inserted averaging 14% of the total samples taken. The samples were then transported under chain of custody to the Alex Stewart International Argentina S.A., an internationally recognized analytical facility located in Palpala, Jujuy Province, Argentina. Samples varied in weight from 1.77 to 3.38 kilograms, and will be analyzed by fire assay for gold and ICP for 39 multi-element analysis including silver. Duplicate, blank and standard samples will be analyzed for quality control, as well as the standard QA/QC internal controls used by Alex Stewart International Argentina S.A. Additional prospecting was carried out to the north and south of the known gold mineralized stockwork, altered porphyry and hornfels zones. More information will be released in the near future.David Hottman, Orestone's CEO, stated: "The Francisca property covers a robust gold system discovered during a period of historically very low gold prices, with no meaningful exploration being conducted during the last 20 years. We are excited to get the surface exploration completed in preparation for drilling to test this large gold target. Our goal is to define an oxide gold deposit that can be mined by open pit."OXIDE GOLD STOCK-WORK MINERALIZED TREND
Geologic mapping has outlined an oxide gold stock-work mineralized trend over a northwest strike length of 1100 metres outcropping on the crest of a hill with moderate relief. Two zones (North and South) are surrounded by a 500 to 1000 metre wide area of strongly hornfels altered sediments with the South zone underlain by a 400x500 metre circular IP changeability anomaly indicating potential for a larger mineralized intrusive body at depth. The oxide gold quartz limonite stock-work trend is associated with quartz feldspar porphyry intrusive dykes and intense sericite alteration along NW trending faults.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:
https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/4752/292368_c09be5aaf4a3cb05_001full.jpgGary Nordin, P.Geo, a Director of the Company, is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101. Mr. Nordin has reviewed and approved the technical information in this press release.Orestone can earn up to an eighty five percent interest in the Francisca property for cash payments and exploration expenditures totaling US$4,200,000 over seven years. The Francisca property is located in Salta Province, northwestern Argentina, approximately 80 kilometres northwest of the city of Salta. The property is in the eastern Puna-Altiplano region at an elevation of 3300 to 3650 metres with moderate terrain, limited vegetation and is easily accessible via paved and gravel roads. Exploration can be conducted year-round. Salta Province is a region of good infrastructure where numerous large-scale copper, gold and lithium projects have, and are being developed.About Orestone
Orestone Mining Corp. is a well-funded, Canadian based company with an internationally experienced management team. The Board of Directors and management team have experience in all aspects of the mining business having been involved in numerous corporate and project level successes. Orestone's property portfolio includes exposure to gold, silver and copper on projects located in Canada and Argentina. Our near-term objective on the Francisca Gold Project, located in Salta, Argentina is to define an oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods. The Company's 100 percent owned Captain Gold-Copper Project, located in British Columbia, Canada hosts a large gold dominant porphyry system that is permitted for 79 drill locations. Both projects are road accessible and suitable for exploration year-round.To learn more about the Company and to stay up to date on corporate developments go to our website at www.orestone.ca and sign up for our investor email updates or email us at info@orestone.ca.ON BEHALF OF ORESTONE MINING CORP.David HottmanCEOFor further information contact: David Hottman at 604-629-1929 ♦ info@orestone.caNeither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. This news release has been prepared by management and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/292368
Original: Phase One Exploration Complete at Francisca Gold Project Salta Province Argentina

On March 20, it will be 8 weeks since they started sampling Francisca.
I'm personally expecting some news shortly unless they are holding it off till markets stabilize.
We'll see................

Some past thoughts on Francisca that we should now hear about soon. We'll see:

A little price movement up through the show but little volume. We'll see what tomorrow brings which is the first day after the show.
Could be time for a timely news release on Francisca (or Captain). I still think they are going to develop a shallow mine which will pay for Captain but what do I know................. We'll see.............

Nice to see 15's before the Toronto Mining show starting for us tomorrow (Tuesday/Wednesday).
Now, how about a nice news update on Francisca.
This was the January 23rd Francisca news release:
https://www.stockwatch.com/News/Item/Z-C!ORS-3777384/C/ORS
The phase I exploration program has been initiated on Orestone Mining Corp.'s Francisca gold project in Salta province, Argentina. The phase I program will consist of detailed mapping and sampling of a 200-by-500-metre grid covering the surface exposure of the South gold zone. Sampling will consist of 600 rock chip, channel and grab samples including the resampling of the 11 existing trenches which cross-cut the zone along its 500-metre strike length. Detailed data from phase I will be used to refine drill hole orientation for a phase II reverse circulation (RC) drill program. At this time the phase II program is planned to be 1,500 metres of RC drilling in 10 drill holes designed to cross-cut the presently defined gold-silver mineralized zone on a spacing of 40 to 80 metres. Several of these drill holes will test the larger porphyry target at depth below the oxide horizon.

Or, dare I dream, a news release on Captain.
We'll see...................

March 3-4 displaying in Toronto:
https://www.stockwatch.com/News/Item/Z-C!ORS-3788378/C/ORS
Will we see a news release Monday on the Argentina property?

Orestone to Exhibit at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Annual Convention: PDAC 2026February 24, 2026 11:00 AM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 24, 2026) - Orestone Mining Corp. (TSXV: ORS) (FSE: O2R2) (the "Company") is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada annual convention, PDAC 2026.Orestone invites attendees to visit booth 2215, in the Investors Exchange on March 3rd and 4th 2026 to discuss current and planned exploration of the Francisca Gold-Silver Porphyry Project, in Salta, Argentina and the Captain Gold-Copper Porphyry Project, in BC, Canada.PDAC: The World's Premier Mineral Exploration & Mining Convention will take place from March 1-4 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) in Toronto, Canada. The convention brings together an ever-growing audience of more than 27,000 attendees from over 125 countries for its educational programming, networking events and business opportunities.Orestone Mining Corp. is a Canadian based company with an internationally experienced management team. The Board of Directors and management team have experience in all aspects of the mining business having been involved in numerous corporate and project level successes. Orestone's property portfolio includes exposure to gold, silver and copper on projects located in Canada and Argentina. Our near-term objective on the Francisca project, located in Salta, Argentina is to define an oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods. The Company's 100 percent owned Captain gold-copper project, located in BC hosts a large gold dominate porphyry system that is permitted and drill ready. The projects are road accessible and suitable for exploration year-round.To learn more about the company and to stay up to date on corporate developments go to our website at www.orestone.ca and sign up for our investor email updates or email us at info@orestone.ca.ON BEHALF OF ORESTONE MINING CORP.David HottmanCEOFor further information contact: David Hottman at 604-629-1929 ♦ info@orestone.caNeither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. This news release has been prepared by management and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/285058
Original: Orestone to Exhibit at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Annual Convention: PDAC 2026

Orestone Mining Grants Stock OptionsFebruary 9, 2026 10:25 AM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 9, 2026) - Orestone Mining Corp. (TSXV: ORS) (OTC Pink: ORESF) (FSE: O2R2) ("the Company") has, subject to regulatory approval, granted to officers, directors, advisors and consultants of the Company incentive stock options to purchase an aggregate of 3,935,000 common shares. The options entitle the holders to purchase the equivalent number of common shares of the company at a price of $0.15 per common share for a period of five years from the date of grant (February 9, 2031). The options will vest as follows: 25 per cent on the date of grant, followed by an additional 25 per cent on each of the three, six and nine-month anniversaries of the date of grant.All grants of options are subject to the Company's Stock option plan, which was approved by shareholders at Orestone's annual meeting of shareholders on December 11, 2025.About Orestone
Orestone Mining Corp. is a well-funded, Canadian based company with an internationally experienced management team. The Board of Directors and management team have experience in all aspects of the mining business having been involved in numerous corporate and project level successes. Orestone's property portfolio includes exposure to gold, silver and copper on projects located in Canada and Argentina. Our near-term objective on the Francisca Gold-Silver Project, located in Salta, Argentina is to define an oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods. The Company's 100 percent owned Captain Gold-Copper Project, located in British Columbia, Canada hosts a large gold dominant porphyry system that is permitted for 79 drill locations. Both projects are road accessible and suitable for exploration year-round.To learn more about the Company and to stay up to date on corporate developments go to our website at www.orestone.ca and sign up for our investor email updates or email us at info@orestone.ca.ON BEHALF OF ORESTONE MINING CORP.David HottmanCEOFor further information contact: David Hottman at 604-629-1929 / info@orestone.caNeither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this News Release. This news release has been prepared by management and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/283193
Original: Orestone Mining Grants Stock Options

Orestone Mining Corporate Presentation | VRIC 2026



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Orestone Initiates Exploration on Francisca Gold Project in Salta Province Argentina
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4070/2026-02_orestone_initiates_exploration_on_francisca_gold_project_salta_province_argentina.pdf

EXHIBITING IN VANCOUVER:
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4065/2026-01_orestone_to_exhibit_at_the_vancouver_resource_investment_conference_2026.pdf
No update of the properties - just old news - no drilling yet unless they are being quiet.............

Trying to be patient but would love some information.
Have they started to drill or just horsing around with airplane fly overs?
Been no "property updates" since September 17 (just financing stuff).

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS;
https://orestone.ca/investors/financial-statements/

Orestone Mining 28-million-share private placement
2025-12-22 22:14 ET - Private Placement
Financing type: non-brokered private placement
Gross proceeds: $2.24-million
Offering: 28 million listed shares with 28 million warrants attached
Offering price: eight cents per listed share
Warrant exercise terms: 16 cents per listed share for a one-year period
Disclosure: Refer to the company's news releases dated Oct. 10, 2025, Oct. 14, 2025, Oct. 30, 2025, and Dec. 17, 2025.
© 2025 Canjex Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved.

PRIVATE PLACEMENT CLOSED:
https://www.stockwatch.com/News/Item/Z-C!ORS-3766506/C/ORS
The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the Private Placement:
i) to further develop its Francisca property located in Salta Province, Argentina,
ii) to further develop its Captain property located in the Province of British Columbia, Canada,
iii) for general administrative expenses and working capital purposes.

In depth conversation about David Hottman's past mining experience & expertise.
Also, extensive thoughts about Francisca in Argentina & Captain in BC, Canada.
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4054/david-hottman-orestone.pdf

INCREASED PUBLIC OFFERING TO $2,200,000
https://www.stockwatch.com/News/Item/Z-C!ORS-3746976/C/ORS
Drill results from Argentina before Christmas? We'll see............

Public Offering for development of their two projects & some expenses:
Orestone Announces $2,000,000 Non-Brokered Private Placement
https://www.stockwatch.com/News/Item/Z-C!ORS-3740234/C/ORS
Is this a sleeping giant? We'll see..............

What does "an oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods using low-cost heap leach gold recovery" mean? (Francisca in Argentina)
ChatGPT said: That phrase refers to a type of gold deposit and how it can be mined and processed. Let’s break it down piece by piece:
🟡 "Oxide gold deposit": Oxide refers to the type of rock and mineralization where the gold is found.
These deposits are near the surface and have undergone oxidation due to exposure to air and water over time.
The oxidation process makes the gold easier to extract compared to deeper, unoxidized (sulfide) deposits.
🏞️ "Mineable by open pit methods": This means the gold deposit is close enough to the surface that it can be mined by removing layers of earth in a big open hole (as opposed to underground mining). Open-pit mining is cheaper and less complex than underground mining.
💰 "Using low-cost heap leach gold recovery": Heap leaching is a cost-effective gold recovery process.
The mined ore is piled (heaped) on a lined pad and sprayed with a chemical solution (usually cyanide).
This solution dissolves the gold, which is then collected from the bottom of the heap for further processing.
It is cheaper and more suitable for low-grade ore (where the gold concentration is low).
✅ Putting it all together:: An oxide gold deposit mineable by open pit methods using low-cost heap leach gold recovery means:
The gold is found in oxidized rock near the surface, which allows for cheap and efficient surface mining (open pit), and the gold can be extracted using the inexpensive heap leach process.
This type of deposit is attractive for mining companies because it's generally cheaper and faster to develop, especially when gold prices are high.

My thought is if we can get income from Francisca then we don't have to finance much for drilling at Captain. We'll see............

NEWS RELEASE
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4050/2025-09-orestone-expands-land-at-francisca-gold-silver-project.pdf

Corporate Update:
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4049/2025-08_orestone_corporate_update.pdf
David Hottman's updated video:
https://www.orestone.ca

STOCK OPTIONS GRANTED:
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4048/2025-07_orestone_mining_grants_stock_options.pdf

company presentation:
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4039/ors_corporate_presentation_q2_2025.pdf

Orestone Mining 13,333,333-share private placement
2025-06-19 17:19 ET - Private Placement
Financing type: non-brokered private placement
Gross proceeds: $599,999.985
Offering: 13,333,333 listed shares with 13,333,333 warrants
Offering price: 4.5 cents per listed share
Warrant exercise terms: eight cents per listed share for a two-year period

FINANCING UPDATED:
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4045/2025-06_orestone_closes_non_brokered_financing_-debt_settlementand_crescat_becomes_a_strategic_shareholder.pdf

Orestone Mining 3,999,998 shares for debt
2025-06-12 21:21 ET - Shares for Debt
The TSX Venture Exchange has accepted for filing the company's proposal to issue 3,999,998 shares to settle outstanding debt for $180,000.

ANNUAL REPORT:
https://orestone.ca/investors/financial-statements/

AUDITED STATEMENTS are out:
https://www.stockwatch.com/Quote/Detail?C:ORS
Should be up on website shortly:
https://orestone.ca/investors/financial-statements/
Financing should be closed before Monday's open I would imagine. We'll see..............

Seems to be some buying today. May 28 (tomorrow) is supposedly the closing of the financing.
141.0 bid 0.05 ·
0.055 ask 69.0
1,222.0 shares traded today between 0.065 & 0.05
We'll see........................
(found on the website).

Update on Financing:
https://www.stockwatch.com/News/Item/Z-C!ORS-3690525/C/ORS

Just touched 52 week high of .07
I believe Nov.30, 2021 was the last time we saw this.
You can check me on this.

PRIVATE PLACEMENT, ETC.
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4042/2025-04_orestone_announces_non_brokered_financing_-debt_settlement_and_crescat_to_become_a_strategic_shareholder.pdf

NEW VIDEO ON WEBSITE's HOMEPAGE:
https://orestone.ca/

Samples from Argentina:
https://orestone.ca/site/assets/files/4041/2025-03_orestone_completes_sampling_program_on_francisca_gold_project.pdf