The structural model and refined targeting methodology, combined with a focused infill drill program, are giving Selkirk the data needed to advance Feasibility Study work in the next phase of restart development at the Minto Project.

Canada, 22nd Oct 2026 – Global Stocks News – Sponsored content disseminated on behalf of Selkirk Copper Mines. On October 15, 2026, Selkirk Copper Mines (TSXV: SCMI) (FRA: IO20) (OTCQX: SKRKF) announced additional results from the Phase 2 drill program at the Minto Project in Yukon, Canada. 

Sixteen months ago, Selkirk First Nation (SFN) purchased the former Minto Mine out of bankruptcy, then partnered with the Frank Giustra-backed Fiore Group to form Selkirk Copper Mines.

A September 2026 Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) outlines a 13-year mine life at 4,100 tonnes per day (tpd), starting with underground mining, then adding two open pits later in the mine life.

The structural model and refined targeting methodology, combined with a focused infill drill program, are giving Selkirk the data needed to advance Feasibility Study work in the next phase of restart development at the Minto Project. 

“These results, notably the high grade and thick intercepts at Minto North, Copper Keel, and Area 118, underpin our confidence in the continuity and grade within the zones of mineralization that will improve the quality of our updated mineral resource modeling,” stated Colin Joudrie, Selkirk President & CEO, in the October 15, 2026 press release.

“This increases the potential in our integrated mine planning efforts to deliver higher grade material to the mill, resulting in higher metal contained in concentrate. I look forward to continued positive results from the Phase 2 campaign over the next 8-10 weeks and another updated mineral resource estimate (MRE) in Q1 2027.” 

Above: Plan view of the Minto Mine Property showing surface projections of mineralized zones as well as Phase 1 and Phase 2 drill collars. Drill hole results presented in this release are highlighted.

2026 Phase 2 Drill Program

The Phase 2 drill program targeted 50,000 metres and focused on expansion, exploration, and infill drilling in key target areas. The geo team identified opportunities to complete additional metres while staying on schedule and on budget.

In the September 26, 2026 YouTube Crux Investor Interview below, Selkirk Copper CEO Colin Joudrie explains how a favourable PEA supports a fast-tracked restart plan for the Minto Project in the Yukon.

“We are Canada’s first publicly traded mining company with a majority equity interest held by a First Nation,” Joudrie told Crux Investor. “The Selkirk First Nation (SFN) own 18% of the company. They have put a great amount of trust in us. They want this mine to go into production. I’m comfortable that we are doing the right things, but I don’t want anyone to think it’s easy. We need to work at this key relationship, continually over the life of this operation and into the future.”

“We’ve been able to drill over 105,000 meters in the last 12 months on an asset that hasn’t seen a drill turn on it in four years. Selkirk Copper has a team of mine-builders that can get it done. The global copper market is short copper. It’s very short on the quality of copper concentrate we can produce, about 38% copper. That’s pretty rare.”

“We’re leveraging over $330 million of above-ground investment by prior operators,” continued Joudrie. “Our team is pleased with the results of the recent PEA. It has flagged things that we should improve on. That’s part of the study. But it’s given us full confidence that we can move forward with a 13-year mine life, which is the longest mine life this asset has ever had.”

“We’re happy with the PEA economics,” Scott Fulton, Selkirk VP of Engineering, confirmed to Guy Bennett, CEO of Global Stocks News (GSN). “Our engineers and mine planners have been working collaboratively throughout the PEA with a team of engineering consultants hired independently by The Selkirk First Nation.”

“This is a robust, complete and comprehensive review of all aspects of the mine design, processing plant and infrastructure engineering,” added Fulton. “All costs have been built up from first principles over the Capex, Opex and Susex periods. Certain pre-capex costs are not included in the PEA economic model. We estimate these costs to be about $20 million.”

Because of key operational and financial variables, the SCMI PEA baseline economics are conservative.  For instance, the headline Net Present Value (NPV) number (C$494 million) is based on a copper “planning price” of $5.00/lb.

At the current copper price of US$6.50/lb, the after-tax NPV more than doubles to C$1.023 billion. Consensus copper price projections indicate a long-term upward trend, driven by green energy electrification, AI data centre demand and mine-supply deficits. A hypothetical $1/lb increase to $7.50/lb adds another $362 million to the projected NPV.

“The PEA confirms that we have a pathway to put the Minto Mine back into production, with a low capital expenditure (capex),” added Fulton. “A 13-year mine plan is a good start. There is potential to the north and south of the Minto Mine that I believe could turn this into a multi-decade project.”

Note: readers are cautioned that the PEA is preliminary in nature and includes Inferred Mineral Resources that are considered too speculative geologically to have economic considerations applied that would enable these resources to be categorized as Mineral Reserves. There is no certainty that the projections in the PEA will be realized. Mineral Resources which are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability.

As of October 14, 2026, 54,711 metres of drilling have been completed in 223 drill holes, representing 109% of the planned meterage. The drill program is nearing completion. All geological logging, core cutting, and sample shipping are expected to be complete by early November.

Technical aspects of this release have been reviewed, verified and approved by Leif Bailey, P.Geo., Director of Geoscience & Exploration of Selkirk Copper Mines Inc., who is a qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. 

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A reusable, medical-grade silicone treatment tool designed to help optimize topical skincare performance around the eyes and smile lines

United States, 22nd Oct 2026 – TOPICAL SKIN, a leader in clean dermaceutical skincare, announces the launch of its Eye & Smile Reusable Silicone Patches Expression Line HydraLock. Designed for the areas most affected by daily facial movement, these reusable silicone patches help lock in topical treatments, support epidermal hydration, and visibly smooth the look of fine lines and creasing over time.

Made from soft, flexible, medical-grade silicone, the HydraLock patches comfortably hug the periorbital and perioral areas—including the under-eye region and smile or laugh lines. When applied over an appropriate serum or cream, the patches create a moisture-sealing, occlusive barrier that helps minimize moisture loss and supports prolonged contact between the skin and the user’s chosen treatment product.
The result is a simple yet elevated way to help enhance the performance of existing skincare while addressing the visible impact of dehydration, repetitive facial expressions, and mechanical compression in areas prone to early creasing.

“Some of the most visible expression lines occur in areas where the skin is constantly moving, folding, and experiencing repeated mechanical stress,” said Ewelina Aiossa, Founder of TOPICAL SKIN. “The Expression Line HydraLock patches were developed as a reusable skincare tool that works alongside the formulas consumers already love—helping create a more hydrated, smoother-looking appearance in precisely targeted zones.”
Unlike disposable under-eye masks and single-use treatment patches, Eye + Smile Reusable Silicone Patches are designed for repeated use, offering a more sustainable addition to a skincare routine without requiring consumers to replace their favorite targeted eye or line treatments.

Designed to Enhance Every Routine
Expression Line HydraLock patches are intended to be used with compatible eye creams, serums, moisturizers, or targeted treatments. By helping create an occlusive environment, the patches support epidermal hydration and can help improve the visible smoothness of the skin’s surface with consistent use.

Key benefits include:
    ● Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and creasing around the eyes and smile area with consistent use.
    ● Helps visibly improve skin smoothness and hydration in targeted areas when used with an appropriate topical treatment.
    ● Creates a moisture-sealing barrier designed to enhance the effectiveness of serums and creams.
    ● Targets the under-eye area, smile lines, laugh lines, and nasolabial folds—zones commonly affected by repetitive expression and facial movement.
    ● Made with soft, flexible medical-grade silicone for a comfortable, contour-hugging fit.
    ● Reusable design helps replace dozens of single-use masks and patches.

The launch reflects TOPICAL SKIN’s continued commitment to practical, science-led skincare solutions that connect skin biology, ingredient performance, and everyday consumer use. Rather than positioning a patch as a replacement for skincare, HydraLock patches are designed to complement and amplify the user’s existing regimen.

How to Use
Apply a thin, even layer of a preferred serum, eye cream, moisturizer, or targeted treatment to clean skin. Place the patches over the under-eye and/or smile-line area, allowing the silicone to conform to the contours of the face. After use, gently remove, cleanse according to care instructions, and store for reuse. Eye + Smile Reusable Silicone Patches Expression Line HydraLock are now available at topicalskin.com.

About TOPICAL SKIN
TOPICAL SKIN is a science-focused skincare brand dedicated to creating high-performance, thoughtfully developed solutions for visible skin concerns. Rooted in a modern understanding of formulation, skin biology, and daily skin needs, the brand develops targeted products and tools designed to help consumers achieve healthier-looking, more resilient, and more radiant skin. TOPICAL SKIN’s ethos is grounded in cruelty-free, dermatologist-endorsed formulations designed for efficacy and sensorial enjoyment.

TOPICAL SKIN is available at topicalskin.com and through select professional and specialty retail partners across the United States, including dermatology clinics, plastic surgery offices, medical spas, and apothecaries. The brand is also available online at Ulta.com (https://www.ulta.com/brand/topical-skin), Nordstrom.com (https://www.nordstrom.com/brands/topical-skin–81036410), Macys.com (https://www.macys.com/shop/brands/topical-skin?id=406772), and other select retailers.

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Volunteers from the Church of Scientology, Youth for Human Rights and Fundación MEJORA distribute educational materials on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as Spain’s capital faces renewed debate over housing, civic participation and fundamental freedoms.

Brussels, Belgium, 22nd Oct 2026 — Volunteers associated with the Church of Scientology of Madrid, Youth for Human Rights and Fundación MEJORA, a Spanish foundation holding Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), have been taking human rights education directly to the streets of the Spanish capital, distributing informational booklets designed to help residents and visitors better understand the 30 articles of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

The initiative forms part of an international educational programme supported by the Church of Scientology, which uses printed materials, audiovisual resources and community outreach to explain fundamental rights in accessible language.

The activity comes at a particularly relevant moment for Madrid, where public debate over housing, evictions and social protections has intensified following weeks of demonstrations and an ongoing protest encampment in Puerta del Sol, one of the city’s best-known public squares.

Although the human rights education initiative is independent of the housing protests, both are taking place against a backdrop of heightened public attention to fundamental rights, civic participation and the responsibilities of democratic institutions.

Bringing the Universal Declaration into Everyday Life

The volunteers are distributing What Are Human Rights?, an educational booklet presenting the 30 articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on 10 December 1948.

The publication explains rights such as equality before the law, freedom of expression, freedom of thought and religion, peaceful assembly, education, and access to an adequate standard of living.

Rather than focusing on a particular political issue, the educational campaign seeks to improve general awareness of the principles contained in the Declaration and their relevance to everyday situations.

The programme is internationally led by Youth for Human Rights International and United for Human Rights, two educational initiatives supported by the Church of Scientology that provide resources for schools, community organisations, volunteers and individuals interested in human rights education.

Their materials include printed booklets, teaching guides, the documentary The Story of Human Rights, and a series of 30 short public service announcements illustrating individual articles of the Declaration through situations intended to be understandable across different cultures and age groups.

The emphasis on accessible educational materials reflects a broader challenge in human rights education: making internationally recognised principles understandable outside specialist legal and institutional settings.

Madrid’s Housing Protests Bring Social Rights into Focus

The distribution campaign coincides with an unusually visible debate over housing rights in Spain.

Since 26 September, demonstrators have maintained an encampment in Madrid’s Puerta del Sol, a central square known internationally for its role in major civic mobilisations, including Spain’s 2011 protest movement.

The protest has drawn attention to rising housing costs, access to affordable accommodation, eviction procedures and the responsibilities of public authorities. It has also prompted political and legal debate over the continued presence of demonstrators in one of Madrid’s principal public spaces.

These developments provide a contemporary illustration of several principles contained in the Universal Declaration.

Article 25 recognises the right of everyone to a standard of living adequate for their health and well-being, including housing, food, clothing, medical care and necessary social services.

Articles 19 and 20 address freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, while Article 1 establishes the principle that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

The Declaration itself is not a binding international treaty, but its principles have influenced subsequent international human rights agreements and constitutional frameworks, including those developed across Europe.

The Scientology-supported educational campaign has as its main purpose to make the underlying human rights principles more widely understood, regardless of individual political positions.

Human Rights Education and European Civic Values

Across Europe, the protection of fundamental rights is embedded in institutions and legal frameworks such as the European Convention on Human Rights and the European Union’s Charter of Fundamental Rights.

While these instruments differ in scope and legal application, they share principles with the Universal Declaration, particularly regarding human dignity, equality, fundamental freedoms and protection against discrimination.

For civil society organisations engaged in public education, explaining these principles in accessible terms represents one way of contributing to informed civic participation.

Ivan Arjona, representative of the Church of Scientology to the European Union, OSCE, Council of Europe and United Nations, connected the Madrid initiative with the wider European commitment to human rights.

“Europe’s commitment to human dignity, fundamental freedoms and the rule of law cannot depend solely on institutions or legal texts. It also depends on citizens knowing their rights and respecting those of others. At times of intense public debate, human rights education helps provide a common foundation for civic participation, peaceful disagreement and mutual respect. Making these principles understandable and accessible is a practical contribution that volunteers can make to democratic life.”

The Madrid campaign follows this educational approach by placing information directly in the hands of members of the public, rather than limiting awareness activities to conferences, classrooms or formal events.

An International Programme with Local Participation

Youth for Human Rights International was established in 2001 by educator Dr. Mary Shuttleworth, who grew up in South Africa during apartheid and became involved in educational efforts to increase awareness of fundamental freedoms.

The initiative subsequently developed into an international programme, with educational materials designed for use in a variety of cultural and community settings.

The Church of Scientology has supported the production and distribution of these resources, drawing on the interest in human rights expressed by Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard.

In a 1969 essay, Hubbard referred to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and argued for its implementation as a means of protecting individual freedoms and improving relations between governments and citizens.

That emphasis became part of the Church’s subsequent support for humanitarian and educational initiatives, including campaigns addressing human rights awareness, drug prevention and community betterment.

In Spain, the Church of Scientology has maintained a presence since the 1960s and opened its first church in 1980.

Through its Madrid congregation and associated volunteers in numerous other Spanish cities, the Church continues to support community-based educational activities, including the distribution of human rights materials.

The current initiative illustrates how an internationally developed educational programme can be applied at local level, reaching people in ordinary public spaces at a time when questions of dignity, social rights and democratic participation are prominent in public discussion.

About the Church of Scientology in Europe

Founded by L. Ron Hubbard, the Church of Scientology has churches, missions, affiliated groups and members throughout the European continent. Its communities support educational, preventive and humanitarian initiatives addressing human rights awareness, drug prevention, moral education and community betterment. Legal recognition of Scientology as a bona fide religion, and in certain jurisdictions as a charitable or public-benefit religious organisation, has developed through judicial and administrative decisions in several European countries. Its programmes emphasise education, prevention and voluntary participation in initiatives intended to benefit local communities.

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