Aben Gold Advances Justin Project Drilling, Engages Market Maker
Event summary
- Aben Gold completed 766 meters of diamond drilling at Justin Project as of August 30, 2026, with 785 core samples collected.
- First drill hole (JN26-001) samples sent to Bureau Veritas for assay on August 26, 2026.
- Company engaged Independent Trading Group as market maker for TSXV-listed shares at CAD$6,500/month.
- Three drill holes completed at POW Zone with fourth hole underway, targeting scheelite mineralization.
The big picture
Aben's accelerated drilling program at Justin Project positions it to capitalize on Yukon's mineral potential near past-producing Cantung Mine. The market maker engagement suggests strategic focus on improving shareholder liquidity ahead of potential assay results. This aligns with broader industry trends of junior miners balancing exploration with investor relations as commodity markets fluctuate.
What we're watching
- Assay Results
- How quickly Bureau Veritas processes JN26-001 samples and whether results validate mineralization potential.
- Drilling Pace
- Whether Aben maintains current 35m/day drilling rate to complete 1,300m program by year-end.
- Market Impact
- The effect of ITG's market-making services on Aben's share liquidity and volatility.
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