Trident Resources Launches 10,000-Meter Winter Drilling Program at Contact Lake Gold Project
Vancouver, BC – January 15, 2026 – Trident Resources Corp. (TSX-V: ROCK) (OTCQB: TRDTF) has commenced a significant 10,000-meter winter diamond drilling program at its Contact Lake Gold Project, situated within Saskatchewan’s prolific La Ronge Gold Belt. This initiative is designed to rigorously test historical gold mineralization, expand known mineralized zones, and explore newly identified targets based on advanced geological interpretations.
The 2026 drilling campaign builds directly upon the success of the recently concluded 2025 program, which delivered multiple high-grade gold intercepts and broad zones of alteration. Notably, the Contact Lake property had not seen significant exploration for nearly three decades prior to Trident’s recent activities. The company views this project as one of the most prospective gold assets in the region and is eager to unlock its full potential.
Trident’s CEO, Jonathan Wiesblatt, expressed enthusiasm for the program’s commencement, stating, “Launching our winter drill program is an exciting step forward for Trident and our shareholders. This 10,000-meter program is designed to further test historical zones as well as to demonstrate the expansion potential of the gold system and make new discoveries. With gold mineralization identified historically and modern exploration techniques now being applied for the first time, we believe Contact Lake has the potential to become one of the more significant new gold projects in the La Ronge Gold Belt.”
A key aspect of Trident’s operational strategy is its robust financial position. The company confirmed that the current exploration program is fully funded, backed by over $12 million in cash and marketable securities. This financial stability provides a solid foundation for executing its ambitious exploration plans without immediate capital constraints.
The geological context of the La Ronge Gold Belt is crucial. This region is known for hosting significant gold deposits, and Trident’s Contact Lake project lies within a highly prospective corridor. The company’s strategic approach involves integrating historical data with modern exploration techniques, including advanced geophysical surveys and structural mapping, to refine drill targeting. This methodology aims to increase the probability of success by focusing on areas with the highest potential for economic gold mineralization.
The 2025 drilling program yielded compelling results, underscoring the project’s potential. Highlights included:
* CL25003: 43.25 meters grading 7.03 g/t gold, including a higher-grade interval of 9.25 meters grading 30.06 g/t gold.
* CL25002: 29.61 meters grading 2.49 g/t gold, including a significant interval of 2.21 meters grading 27.09 g/t gold.
* CL25007: 39.50 meters grading 4.43 g/t gold, including 15.50 meters grading 5.76 g/t gold.
These results, detailed in the assay table below, confirm the presence of substantial gold mineralization and provide crucial vectors for the ongoing exploration efforts. The breadth and grade of these intersections suggest a significant gold system is present at Contact Lake.
**Assay Results from Previously Reported Holes CL25001 to CL25013**
| Drill Hole # | From (m) | To (m) | Width (m) | Au (g/t) | Gram-Metre (gm) |
|—|—|—|—|—|—|
| CL25001 | 41.50 | 71.00 | 29.50 | 0.56 | 16.60 |
| CL25002 | 39.26 | 68.87 | 29.61 | 2.49 | 73.85 |
| including | 39.26 | 41.47 | 2.21 | 27.09 | 59.87 |
| CL25003 | 46.88 | 53.89 | 7.01 | 0.66 | 4.60 |
| and | 69.00 | 92.00 | 23.00 | 7.89 | 181.46 |
| including | 75.00 | 81.89 | 6.89 | 23.86 | 164.40 |
| and | 121.00 | 164.25 | 43.25 | 7.03 | 304.05 |
| including | 155.00 | 164.25 | 9.25 | 30.06 | 278.07 |
| CL25004 | 157.45 | 159.51 | 2.06 | 8.37 | 17.25 |
| CL25005 | 100.06 | 106.00 | 5.94 | 5.66 | 33.61 |
| including | 100.06 | 102.50 | 2.44 | 11.83 | 28.86 |
| and | 142.00 | 144.55 | 2.55 | 42.95 | 109.52 |
| CL25006 | 272.00 | 287.00 | 15.00 | 7.28 | 109.27 |
| Including | 272.00 | 278.00 | 6.00 | 16.69 | 100.13 |
| including | 272.00 | 275.00 | 3.00 | 30.41 | 91.23 |
| CL25007 | 329.50 | 369.00 | 39.50 | 4.43 | 174.84 |
| including | 329.50 | 345.00 | 15.50 | 5.76 | 89.26 |
| Including | 329.50 | 335.50 | 6.00 | 9.43 | 56.60 |
| and | 367.00 | 369.00 | 2.00 | 37.31 | 74.62 |
| CL25008 | 139.00 | 145.00 | 6.00 | 7.41 | 44.44 |
| and | 155.00 | 156.35 | 1.35 | 6.27 | 8.46 |
| and | 268.00 | 273.00 | 5.00 | 7.74 | 38.69 |
| and | 313.58 | 316.50 | 2.92 | 6.07 | 17.72 |
| CL25009 | 85.50 | 88.33 | 2.83 | 9.23 | 26.11 |
| and | 199.00 | 202.00 | 3.00 | 8.49 | 25.46 |
| and | 242.89 | 245.00 | 2.11 | 6.19 | 13.06 |
| CL25010 | 188.50 | 195.28 | 6.78 | 4.23 | 28.71 |
| including | 192.00 | 195.28 | 3.28 | 6.72 | 22.05 |
| CL25011 | 217.15 | 218.25 | 1.10 | 5.86 | 6.45 |
| CL25012 | 133.00 | 136.37 | 3.37 | 2.97 | 10.01 |
| and | 194.00 | 199.50 | 5.50 | 1.76 | 9.68 |
| including | 194.00 | 195.40 | 1.40 | 5.56 | 7.78 |
| CL25013 | 77.40 | 79.00 | 1.60 | 4.13 | 6.61 |
| and | 135.00 | 136.00 | 1.00 | 13.20 | 13.20 |
| and | 190.00 | 194.00 | 4.00 | 2.00 | 8.00 |
| and | 193.00 | 194.00 | 1.00 | 5.42 | 5.42 |
**Program Overview**
The current drill program comprises approximately 10,000 meters distributed across up to 40 holes. These holes are strategically designed to intersect high-priority zones, identified through detailed structural mapping, comprehensive geophysical surveys, and thorough analysis of historical exploration data. Drilling operations will be conducted on both land-based and ice pads at the Contact Lake target area. Additionally, several land-based holes are planned for the adjacent Preview SW deposit, which also holds significant exploration potential. Personnel and equipment are currently being mobilized to the Contact Lake project, with drilling expected to commence imminently.
The technical information within this release was reviewed and approved by Cornell McDowell, P.Geo., a qualified person in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.
**About Trident Resources Corp.**
Trident Resources Corp. is a Canadian mineral exploration company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange. The company is strategically focused on acquiring, exploring, and developing advanced-stage gold and copper projects within Saskatchewan, Canada. Trident’s portfolio includes its wholly-owned Contact Lake and Greywacke Lake projects, which host significant historical gold resources within the underexplored La Ronge Gold Belt. Additionally, the company holds the 100% owned Knife Lake copper project, which contains a historical copper resource.
Forward-Looking Information: This release contains forward-looking statements. While management believes these expectations are based on reasonable assumptions, actual results may differ materially. Trident undertakes no obligation to update these statements. Factors that could cause divergence include market prices, exploration success, regulatory approvals, capital availability, and general economic conditions. Further information can be found in the company’s public filings on SEDAR+.
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