Critical One Energy (CSE:CRTL) has received approval from the Ontario Government for initial funding under the Ontario Junior Exploration Program to support exploration at the Howells Lake Antimony-Gold Project.
The funding will enable the company to accelerate upcoming drilling work while ensuring responsible exploration that prioritises community engagement and ecological stewardship. Critical One anticipates activities to begin in the Canadian spring in 2026, with preliminary results soon thereafter.
CEO Duane Parnham says this approval marks a milestone for the company as it continues to push boundaries of sustainable resource development of antimony and other critical metals.
The grant provides financial assistance to junior explorers to offset costs associated with grassroots mineral exploration projects.
Critical One’s approved project focuses on uncovering and evaluating high-potential sites for critical, precious and other minerals in northern Ontario – aligning with the province’s commitment to bolster domestic supply chains.
Howells Lake hosts a historical resource of 1.7 million tonnes @ 1.4% antimony with associated gold mineralisation. The project spans 25,000 hectares across a 30km strike in a proven greenstone belt, positioning it as a key asset in addressing North America’s growing demand for critical minerals amid supply chain constraints and elevated antimony prices.
Critical One Energy is a critical minerals and upstream energy company focused on the Howells Lake Project.
Write to Aaliyah Rogan at Mining.com.au
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