1911 Gold Ascends to OTCQX, Fueling Its 2027 Manitoba Mine Restart

NEW YORK, NY – December 16, 2025 – In a move signaling significant corporate maturation and strategic ambition, Canadian-based 1911 Gold Corporation has successfully upgraded its U.S. stock listing to the OTCQX Best Market. The advanced gold explorer, which began trading today under its existing symbol “AUMBF,” has graduated from the OTCQB Venture Market, a milestone that provides enhanced access to American capital markets as it pushes towards a targeted 2027 restart of its flagship True North Gold Project in Manitoba.

The upgrade was announced by OTC Markets Group, the operator of the trading platform. For 1911 Gold, this transition is more than a symbolic change of address; it represents a key step in its strategy to attract a broader and more sophisticated investor base ahead of a capital-intensive development phase.

“We are pleased to announce our upgrade to the OTCQX Market, providing further confidence and visibility to U.S. institutional and retail investors,” commented Shaun Heinrichs, President & CEO of 1911 Gold. “OTCQX will provide investors the opportunity to participate in a unique growth story as we advance our True North Gold Project towards a mine restart in 2027. We look forward to keeping our shareholders up to date with new developments, and welcome new investors to participate in this exciting gold equity opportunity.”

A Higher Standard for Investor Confidence

Moving to the OTCQX Best Market is a rigorous process designed to distinguish established, investor-focused companies from the wider pool of over-the-counter securities. To qualify, international firms like 1911 Gold must meet stringent financial criteria, adhere to best-practice corporate governance, and demonstrate full compliance with U.S. securities laws. This tier explicitly excludes penny stocks, shell companies, and firms in bankruptcy, offering a curated market of higher-quality issuers.

The requirements stand in contrast to the OTCQB Venture Market, which is geared towards early-stage and developing companies. While OTCQB also mandates audited financials, the financial thresholds and corporate governance standards for OTCQX are significantly higher. Companies must meet specific benchmarks for assets, revenue, or market capitalization and are required to retain an OTCQX Sponsor—typically a third-party investment bank or law firm—to provide professional guidance.

For 1911 Gold, the benefits are tangible. The OTCQX listing provides a stamp of credibility that can attract institutional funds and wealth managers who may be restricted from investing in OTCQB or Pink Market securities. It also leads to improved trading liquidity, as the increased transparency and data distribution through major financial terminals like Bloomberg and Reuters often result in higher trading volumes and narrower bid-ask spreads. This creates a more stable and efficient trading environment for all shareholders, effectively providing an “exchange-quality” experience for investors.

Reviving Manitoba’s Historic Rice Lake Gold Belt

The strategic importance of this market upgrade is directly tied to the company's primary asset: the 100%-owned True North Gold Project. Located in the prolific Archean Rice Lake Greenstone Belt of Manitoba, this is not a speculative greenfield exploration play. Instead, 1911 Gold controls a vast, ~62,000-hectare land package that includes a fully built, permitted, and previously operating mine and mill complex.

The True North facility represents a massive strategic advantage, dramatically reducing the typical risks, costs, and timelines associated with building a new mine from scratch. The company’s strategy is centered on leveraging this existing infrastructure as a central hub to process ore from the historic True North mine itself, as well as from numerous other past-producing gold operations and new exploration targets located within trucking distance on its extensive property.

This “hub-and-spoke” model is the foundation for the company’s vision of building a district-scale gold mining operation. By focusing on restarting and potentially expanding the existing mill, 1911 Gold is positioning itself as a unique near-term production story. The ambitious 2027 target for restarting operations is made feasible by having the core infrastructure already in place, allowing management to focus on resource definition, mine planning, and targeted exploration to feed the mill for decades to come.

A Strategy of Responsible Growth

Beyond the operational advantages, 1911 Gold’s strategy emphasizes sustainable and responsible development. The True North project is situated within and among the traditional territories of the Hollow Water First Nation and the Black River First Nation. In its public statements, the company has consistently highlighted its commitment to maintaining “open, cooperative, and respectful communications” with local communities and stakeholders.

This focus on building mutually beneficial relationships is a cornerstone of modern, successful mining operations in Canada and is increasingly a critical factor for ESG-focused (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investors. By integrating community partnership into its core strategy, 1911 Gold aims to secure the social license necessary for a long-term, socially and environmentally responsible mining operation.

With its elevation to the OTCQX market, 1911 Gold has unlocked a more powerful platform to communicate its compelling narrative to U.S. investors. The story combines the de-risked, near-term potential of a mine restart with the significant long-term exploration upside of a district-scale land package in a world-class gold belt. As the company advances toward its 2027 production goal, its enhanced visibility on the OTCQX will be crucial in securing the capital and market support needed to turn that vision into a reality.