A.I.S. Resources Poised for Market Relaunch After Navigating Regulatory Storm

VANCOUVER, BC – December 29, 2025 – After months on the sidelines, A.I.S. Resources Limited is set to rejoin the public markets. The junior resource company announced that the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV) has approved its application for reinstatement, with trading of its common shares under the symbol AIS expected to resume on or about January 2, 2026.

The reinstatement marks the end of a challenging period for the company, which was subject to a failure-to-file cease trade order (CTO) issued by the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC). For shareholders, the news signals a return to liquidity and a chance for the company to refocus on advancing its portfolio of natural resource projects.

In a statement, CEO and Director Marc Enright-Morin acknowledged the wait, expressing appreciation for the “patience of its shareholders and stakeholders during this process.” The announcement concludes a multi-step journey of regulatory compliance and financial maneuvering aimed at bringing the company back into good standing.

The Road to Reinstatement

The trading halt stemmed from a fundamental compliance issue. The BCSC issued a full cease trade order on October 2, 2025, after A.I.S. Resources failed to file its audited annual financial statements and accompanying Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025.

Research into the filings reveals the issue began earlier in the year. The company was first placed under a voluntary Management Cease Trade Order (MCTO) on July 30, 2025. This initial, less severe restriction prohibited the CEO and CFO from trading but allowed public shareholders to continue. The root cause, as disclosed by the company in its bi-weekly updates, was a lack of sufficient funds to cover outstanding audit fees, preventing the completion of the mandatory year-end review.

When an extension to the MCTO was not granted, the BCSC escalated the matter to a full CTO, freezing all trading in the company's securities. This regulatory action effectively locked investor capital and put the company’s future in jeopardy. To resolve the situation, management embarked on a series of decisive financial actions. On September 29, 2025, A.I.S. closed a non-brokered private placement, raising $81,000 specifically earmarked for audit fees and general expenses. This was followed by a more significant move on November 17, when the company sold a 25% interest in a non-core asset, Buda Juice LLC, for USD $500,000, substantially improving its cash position.

With its finances bolstered, the company settled its obligations, completed the required audit, and filed the overdue documents. The BCSC officially revoked the CTO on November 14, 2025, paving the way for A.I.S. to apply for its trading reinstatement just five days later. The subsequent completion of a review by the TSX Venture Exchange was the final hurdle before this week's announcement.

A Diversified Portfolio Awaiting Capital

With market access restored, attention now shifts to the company's underlying assets and its strategy for growth. A.I.S. Resources is not a single-project entity; it holds a geographically and geologically diverse portfolio focused on commodities central to both traditional and modern economies.

In Australia, the company has several gold projects, including Fosterville-Toolleen, Bright, and Kingston, situated within the prolific Victorian Golden Triangle. This region is renowned for hosting some of the world's highest-grade gold deposits, making it a prime location for exploration.

Closer to home, the company is advancing the RiversGold Project in New Brunswick, Canada. An earn-in agreement signed in September 2025 gives A.I.S. exposure to a project showing early potential for copper, gold, and antimony mineralization—a combination of precious and critical metals.

Perhaps most strategically significant are its six lithium brine projects in Argentina. Located in the heart of the “Lithium Triangle,” an area that holds a majority of the world's identified lithium reserves, these projects—including Candela II and the Pocitos claims—position A.I.S. within the critical supply chain for the global energy transition. As demand for electric vehicles and battery storage skyrockets, access to lithium resources has become a key driver of value in the resource sector. For these early-stage projects, the ability to raise capital through the public markets is not just beneficial; it is essential for funding exploration, drilling, and development.

Market Realities and Investor Outlook

A.I.S. Resources is re-entering a complex but potentially rewarding market. The broader outlook for commodities heading into 2026 is mixed. While the World Bank has forecasted a general decline in commodity prices due to weak global growth, specific metals in the company's portfolio are bucking the trend.

Goldman Sachs, for instance, has projected a potential record-setting rally for gold, driven by central bank buying and anticipated interest rate cuts. Likewise, the long-term demand for lithium is projected to grow exponentially, fueled by decarbonization policies worldwide. This creates a favorable macro-environment for junior miners with well-placed assets in these key commodities.

The Canadian market context is also supportive. The TSX Venture Exchange has historically been a powerhouse for junior resource companies, with mining dominating the 2025 TSX Venture 50 rankings. Government initiatives like the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy are designed to attract investment and support the very type of exploration A.I.S. is undertaking.

However, investor confidence will be a critical factor. Prior to the trading halt on October 2, 2025, the company's shares closed at C$0.035. The stock is not widely covered by analysts, making it a speculative play based on the potential of its asset portfolio and management's ability to execute. The key test will come when trading resumes, as the market renders its verdict on the company's comeback story and future prospects. Rebuilding trust after a regulatory breach is paramount, and consistent operational progress and transparent communication will be crucial in the months ahead.

A Cautionary Tale in Corporate Compliance

Beyond the specifics of one company, the experience of A.I.S. Resources serves as a potent case study for the junior resource sector. A 'failure-to-file' cease trade order is a serious regulatory sanction that highlights the operational risks inherent in public companies, particularly smaller ones where capital can be tight.

The incident underscores a fundamental principle: exploration ambition must be balanced with rigorous financial discipline and a commitment to regulatory obligations. For junior explorers, cash is often directed toward drilling and fieldwork, but administrative and compliance costs are equally vital to maintaining market standing. The A.I.S. saga demonstrates how a failure in this area can halt a company's momentum, damage its reputation, and lock in its shareholders indefinitely.

That A.I.S. Resources successfully navigated its way back to trading is a credit to its management's efforts to rectify the financial shortfall and satisfy regulators. Yet, the story remains a cautionary tale about the importance of corporate governance and the foundational role that timely, accurate financial reporting plays in maintaining the integrity of capital markets. For other companies in the sector, it is a clear reminder that compliance is not an obstacle to business, but the very license to conduct it.