Star Metro - News from Calgary, Canada, USA and around the world

Entrepreneur and Former IKR Model's Event Title Sponsored by International Kids Runway, Attracts 300 Attendees in Vancouver

This press release revises and replaces the press release dated September 29, 2025 with respect to the subject matter disclosed herein.This press release is issued pursuant to Multilateral Instrument 62-104 - Take-Over Bids and Issuer Bids and National Instrument 62-103 - The Early Warning System and Related Take-Over Bid and Insider Reporting Issuers ("NI 62-103").

CENTENNIAL, CO, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / NioCorp Developments Ltd. ("NioCorp" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:NB) is pleased to announce that the Company took another step this week to advance its application for up to $800 million in potential debt financing to be supported by the Export-Import Bank of the U.S. ("EXIM" or the "Bank") to advance NioCorp's proposed critical minerals project in Southeast Nebraska (the "Elk Creek Project") after executing a professional services agreement with SLR Consulting ("SLR") to conduct an independent environmental and social ("E&S") review, an important part of EXIM's ongoing project due diligence.

Saudi Electricity Company Appoints Eng. Khalid Bin Salem AlGhamdi as Chief Executive Officer

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Gemina Laboratories Ltd. (CSE:GLAB) (the "Company" or "Gemina") announces that further to its news release dated November 13, 2024, the Company will not be proceeding with the non-brokered private placement of up to $7,000,000 at a price of $0.75 per common share. The Company has not been able to close on its subscription and is in the process of exploring financing alternatives.

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATESAll dollar figures are in US dollars unless otherwise indicated. Canadian dollar amounts converted into US dollars based on the September 29, 2025 Bank of Canada Daily Exchange Rate of 1.3921.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Kidoz Inc. (TSXV:KDOZ)(OTCQB:KDOZF) (the "Company"), announced that it will be presenting at the Planet MicroCap Showcase: TORONTO 2025 in partnership with MicroCapClub on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 10am (EDT) at the Arcadian Loft in Downtown Toronto. Jason Williams, Chief Executive Officer of Kidoz Inc., will be hosting the presentation and answering questions at the conclusion.

Route1 ABI Software Application Now Includes Actionable Revenue Opportunity Indicators and a Parking Survey Capability, and in Q1 2026 Route1 Plans to Bring to Market a Parking Operations AI Co-Pilot

Buffalo Potash is leveraging mature and well-proven horizontal well drilling and completion technology to advance Canada's next wave of potash supply, led by an experienced management team and a patent- protected, modular solution-mining strategy at the Disley Project in Saskatchewan-the epicenter of new Canadian potash development.

The base shelf prospectus is accessible, and the shelf prospectus supplement and any amendment to the documents will be accessible within two business days through SEDAR+THIS NEWS RELEASE IS NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF U.S. SECURITIES LAW.

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATESHighlights:Formation has planned a 20,000 metre total multi-phase drill program at its flagship N2 Gold Project in Quebec, host to a global historic resource of ~870,000 ounces comprised of 18 Mt grading 1.4 g/t Au (~809,000 oz Au) across four zones (A, East, RJ-East, and Central)2,3 and 243 Kt grading 7.82 g/t Au (~61,000 oz Au) across the RJ zone2,4.Phase 1, consisting of a fully funded 10,000 metres, commenced on September 25, 2025. Phase 1 will target the "A" zone, a shallow, highly continuous, low-variability historic gold deposit with ~522,900 ounces of which only ~35% of strike has been drilled (>3.1 km open), and the "RJ" zone, host to high-grade intercepts from historical drill holes as high as 51 g/t Au over 0.8 metres2, which was expanded by Agnico Eagle Mines in 2008 in the most recent drilling at the Property.The Company has working capital of ~C$5.0M with zero debt prior to the financing, putting it in a very strong financial position to execute its exploration programs. Inclusive of provincial tax credits from the Quebec government, Formation's exploration budget for 2025-2026 is set at ~$5.7M. The financings, if fully subscribed, would increase Formation's working capital to ~$10.5M.

Smart Retail Technology Company Expands Customer Experience and Monetization with Retail Media across 5,000 Smart Carts

Event to be elite gathering of enterprise AI leaders, executives, and innovators charting the path of generative AI

Company is progressing in its advance for corporate and government sales in Angola and the DRC

UAV industry veteran and Hoverfly founder to lead engineering strategy, advancing speed and quality for next-generation unmanned systems

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Matt's Home Services, a trusted, community-focused provider specializing in property maintenance, has been named the 2025 Consumer Choice Award recipient in the Pressure Washing category for Vancouver. Known for blending European craftsmanship with Canadian values, the company delivers top-tier services to residential, commercial, and strata clients across the Metro Vancouver area, including Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, and Richmond.

Showcasing Proposaly's Latest Features & AI Capabilities

THIS NEWS RELEASE IS NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF U.S. SECURITIES LAW.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Core Silver Corp. ("Core Silver" or the "Company") (CSE:CC)(FSE:8ZR)(OTC.QB:CCOOF) is pleased to provide an update for the 2025 diamond drilling at the Jackie Target (" Jackie ") at the Silver Lime Polymetallic Project (the " Project "), central Blue Property (the " Property "), Atlin Mining District of NW British Columbia.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Empress Royalty Corp. (TSXV:EMPR)(OTCQX:EMPYF) ("Empress Royalty" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Breetzke as Business Development Advisor, Africa and Christian Algaranaz as Business Development Analyst. These appointments further strengthen Empress' global sourcing and investment evaluation capabilities in alignment with its strategy to accelerate portfolio growth through targeted opportunities in key regions.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Electric Metals (USA) Limited ("EML" or the "Company") (TSXV:EML)(OTCQB:EMUSF) announces that it has granted an aggregate of 310,845 Deferred Share Units ("DSUs") to non-executive members of its Board of Directors on September 30, 2025.

Technical and Economic Study HighlightsStudy confirms total UAE BAF production capacity of 30,000 tonnes per annum ("tpa") of anode active material ("AAM"), satisfying production demands of existing Mitsubishi Chemical offtake agreement and accommodating future demand growth from new offtake agreementsCompelling phased-project economics with total capital costs of US$291 million, including sunk costs and working capital of US$7 million, with post-tax NPV8% of US$442 million and an IRR of 24%The facility will be developed in two phases, with Phase 1 capital cost of US$150 million delivering AAM production of 14,000 tpa, more than satisfying Mitsubishi Chemical's intial volume requirements of 9,000 tpaAverage annual forecasted revenues of US$195 million and annual EBITDA of US$76 million, at full productionInitial production planned for Q4 2026 with full production rate achieved in early 2028Strategic partner process launched: discussions underway with offtake partners and several global debt and equity investorsOpportunities identified to further enhance the economics with debt funding and/or joint venture partnershipProperty Agreement HighlightsAgreement signed to secure site and existing building in Abu Dhabi, UAE with easy access to process materials, markets, port and logisitcs infrastructure and major international shipping routesAllows rapid installation of anode manufacturing equipment, and accelerated delivery of first anode product to Mitsubishi Chemical in 2026Offers significant options to expand AAM production capacity to supply additional customers, who are currently engaged in advanced negotiations to secure anode material

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Aclara Resources Inc. ("Aclara" or the "Company") (TSX:ARA) is pleased to announce an updated mineral resource estimate ("MRE") for the Carina Project, the Company's flagship ion adsorption clay project located in Goiás, Brazil ("Carina", "Carina Project" or the "Project"). The MRE represents a key component of the Carina pre-feasibility study ("PFS") and reflects considerable geological and technical advancements compared to the previously reported inferred mineral resource statement (the "2024 Resource Statement"). The MRE has been prepared in accordance with the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum ("CIM") Definition Standards (2019) and National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101").

GUELPH, ON / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Six Star Travel, a boutique agency specializing in travel planning, has been awarded the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Travel Agencies category for Guelph. Known for its expertise, personalized service, and commitment to excellence, Six Star Travel has built a reputation as a trusted partner for travellers seeking exceptional experiences.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Aton Resources Inc. (TSXV:AAN) ("Aton" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Oscar Amigo as the Chief Operating Officer of its wholly owned subsidiary, Aton Mining Inc.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Kalo Gold Corp. (TSXV:KALO) ("Kalo" or the "Company") announces completion of the first phase of drilling and the continuation of field programs at its 100%-owned 367 km² Vatu Aurum Project, Fiji. Phase 1 tested an initial subset of the more than 25 high-priority targets defined across the Aurum Epithermal Field, which hosts both vein-hosted and diatreme/surge-related epithermal gold. Assays are pending, with initial results expected in mid-October 2025.

TORONTO, ON AND LONDON, UK / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / Retained executive search firm Caldwell (TSX:CWL)(OTCQX:CWLPF) today announced the addition of Jake Parish as a partner in the firm's London office, further strengthening its global Technology Practice.

Company grows portfolio with underexplored 50-year-old Rare Earth Elements discovery with historically significant high-grade drill interceptsHighlightsThe Company has secured highly prospective rare earth element ("REE") mineral rights to key underexplored areas of the Elk Creek Carbonatite Complex in Nebraska, USA, (the "Rift Project").Two target areas of known REE mineralization acquired (East Zone and West Zone).Project includes multiple historical drill holes that are well-mineralized in REEs, highlights include:155.5 metres ("m") of 2.70% TREO[1],Including 54.9 m at 3.30% TREO (EC-93).236.2 m of 2.10% TREO, including 68.2 m of 3.32% TREO (NEC11-004).Apex's Rift Project area (~2,784 acres) now represents the largest position in the Elk Creek Carbonatite Complex (NioCorp Developments Ltd. holding the other commanding position in the district with ~1,397 acres)Nebraska, USA is considered a favourable jurisdiction for development with private land ownership facilitating streamlined permitting path.The Company is continuing to compile historically available data and is actively planning an inaugural Q4-2025 exploration program, including drilling.

A powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake jolted the central Philippines, collapsing buildings and killing at least 19 people on the island of Cebu, authorities said early Wednesday, with fears the toll could rise as rescuers searched for survivors.

The US government barreled towards its first shutdown in six years Tuesday, with funding expiring at midnight after Democrats fought a war of words with Donald Trump and senators rejected a last-ditch bid to keep the lights on.

Jose Mourinho insisted fond memories of his time at Chelsea were not enough to satisfy him after Benfica were beaten 1-0 on his return to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday.

OpenAI on Tuesday released Sora 2, its most advanced video generation model yet, alongside a TikTok-style social app that will let users insert themselves into AI-created scenes through a feature called "cameos."