Vancouver, Canada – November 9th, 2026 – Arbor Metals Corp. (“Arbor” or the “Company”) (TSXV: ABR, FWB: 432) is pleased to announce the completion of its inaugural prospecting program at its wholly owned Ernst Rare Earth Elements (“REE”) Project in Northern Quebec.
The field program focused on examining the property’s principal showing and identifying additional prospective targets using radiometric surveying. The exploration crew successfully evaluated the principal showing and used radiometric measurements to identify areas of interest for further investigation.
In total, eight grab samples were collected, and ten backpack drill holes were completed for a combined drilling length of 4.32 metres. The program was designed to provide geological and geochemical information to assist Arbor in evaluating the property and prioritizing potential follow-up exploration.
Samples collected during the program will be submitted to ALS Laboratories for analysis using the ME-MS71L method, a super-trace ammonium bifluoride (NH4HF2) digestion method with inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) determination. The Company will assess the analytical results when available to help determine the next steps for the Ernst Project.
As previously disclosed, prospecting conducted by Golden Goliath Resources in 2023 identified nine additional radioactive anomalies on the property. The Company’s current program included examination of the principal showing, which was not examined in detail during that earlier work. Radiometric responses can help identify exploration targets but do not, by themselves, establish rare earth element grades or economic potential.
Francis R. Newton, PGeo, (OGQ No. 2129), a consultant to Arbor and a qualified person under National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed the technical contents of this news release and has approved the disclosure of the technical information contained herein.
Management Commentary
“Our decision to focus the Fall 2026 field program on Ernst reflects our assessment of the opportunity to advance a historically identified rare earth target through a focused and efficient exploration campaign,” said Mark Ferguson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Arbor Metals Corp. “The principal showing has not been examined in detail in the more recent prospecting work, and the combination of targeted sampling, Shaw drilling and trenching should help us better understand its geological characteristics. Kemlee Lake remains an important part of our project portfolio.”
Environmental Stewardship
Arbor Metals remains committed to conducting its exploration activities in a safe, responsible and environmentally sustainable manner. The Company intends to work with local stakeholders and Indigenous communities and to follow applicable regulatory requirements and industry practices designed to minimize environmental impacts.
About Arbor Metals Corp.
Arbor Metals Corp. is a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on the discovery and development of critical mineral projects. The Company maintains a portfolio of exploration properties in Canada, including its Kemlee Lake Lithium Project in Ontario and Ernst Rare Earth Elements Project in Quebec, and seeks to advance its projects through systematic exploration and responsible development.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking information regarding the Company’s revised Fall 2026 exploration plans, anticipated mobilization, proposed Shaw drilling, trenching and sampling activities, future work at Kemlee Lake and the potential of the Ernst Project. Such information is based on current expectations and assumptions and is subject to risks and uncertainties, including financing, access, permitting, weather, contractor availability, exploration results and other operational factors, that could cause actual outcomes to differ materially. Except as required by applicable securities laws, the Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information.
For further information, contact Mark Ferguson, Chief Executive Officer, at info@arbormetalscorp.com, or 403.852.4869, or visit the Company’s website at www.arbormetalscorp.com.
On behalf of the Board,
Mark Ferguson, Chief Executive Officer
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