Blue Jay Gold Commences Drilling at Yukon Antimony Prospect
Event summary
- Blue Jay Gold has started drilling at the Becker-Cochran antimony-silver occurrence in Yukon, targeting 10 drill holes.
- The company believes the mineralized system could extend 600 meters below surface, far deeper than historical underground workings.
- Initial assay results from 2026 drill programs at Skukum Creek and Mt. Skukum gold-silver deposits are expected in September.
- Blue Jay has entered a 12-month investor relations agreement with Resource Stock Digest, effective September 1, 2026.
The big picture
Blue Jay's drilling at Becker-Cochran highlights the growing strategic importance of critical minerals like antimony, which are in short supply in the Western world. The company's approach of exploring multiple targets within a single district aligns with industry trends toward consolidating and expanding mineral endowments in established mining regions. The Steller Project's combination of gold, silver, and now antimony prospects positions it as a potential multi-commodity hub in southern Yukon.
What we're watching
- Resource Potential
- Whether the drilling confirms the company's interpretation of a much larger antimony system than previously explored.
- Market Dynamics
- How the focus on critical minerals like antimony positions Steller as a district-scale play rather than a single deposit.
- Execution Risk
- The pace at which Blue Jay can translate historical data into a modern mineral resource estimate for antimony.
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