Monthly CEO Message
What comes next after Gallium discovery?
“This month marks an exciting milestone as we discover the highest Gallium grades in Canada at our Northern Valley Project. We remain focused on de-risking the project and growing the resource - not just new Gallium discovery, but also the significant economic Zinc and Silver deposits.”
— James Pettem, CEO
In Case You Missed It
July News Recap
[July 14, 2025] – Drill Results Extend High-Grade Zone at Northern Valley
Highlights:
22.5m @ 2.8 g/t Au including 6.3m @ 5.6 g/t Au
Confirms continuity of mineralization near planned pit boundary
[July 3, 2025] – Appointment of Chief Operating Officer
John Smith, P.Eng joins as COO to lead permitting and mine construction
In The News
Macro & Media Coverage
Silver Market Update: Spot silver averaged $36.54/oz in August, supported by inflationary pressures and continued institutional buying.
Jurisdiction Spotlight: The U.S. government recently announced streamlined permitting measures for critical minerals, reinforcing the region’s attractiveness for new mine development.
Jurisdiction Spotlight: The State of Alaska has approved key permits for Barrick’s Clawfoot Mine, clearing the way for construction to begin later this year. Sterling’s Northern valley project is just 35km away from Barrick’s Clawfoot Mine.
Analyst Coverage: Scotiabank began coverage of Sterling Media last month, with an initial price target of $3.50.
MINING.COM: “Northern Valley gallium grades among highest globally — a Canadian first.”
BNN Bloomberg: “Gallium joins lithium and copper in spotlight as supply security dominates policy discussions.”
Team Member Spotlight
Meet Sarah!
On-site at Northern Valley in July
Sarah Smith joined Sterling as VP Exploration in 2023, previously leading the geochemistry team at Avant Minerals, and working as a exploration geologist at Teck. She holds a BSc in Geology from Queens University.
“I joined Sterling after studying the Northern Valley region during my Master’s degree, and was excited to return to the region in 2024. Hopefully the Gallium discovery is the first of many exciting updates!”
Looking Ahead
September 2025 Schedule
Full assay results anticipated from remaining Northern Valley drillholes
Fieldwork continues until anticipated November season end
CEO keynote at Beaver Creek Precious Metals Summit - 18th September
Photos
On-Site at Northern Valley
Drills turning in July at NV-021 Target
Management team during July site visit
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