New Canadian gold producer Hemlo Mining has achieved a key milestone with the completion of its first gold pour at the Hemlo gold mine in Ontario.

The company was acquired from Barrick Mining in November 2025.

The first gold produced at the mine is estimated at around 6,704oz, one of the largest single pours at the site this year, demonstrating uninterrupted operations during the change in ownership.

According to the company, plant performance, throughput and metallurgical recoveries are all tracking in line with its operating plan.

Hemlo Mining president and CEO Jason Kosec said: “The first gold pour under Hemlo Mining Corp. marks a defining milestone for our company. Against a record gold-price environment, our team executed a seamless operational transition while maintaining an uncompromising focus on health, safety and the environment.

“This pour reflects the strength of our mine, the quality of our people and the disciplined plan we are now putting into action to stabilise operations, drive performance and unlock meaningful long-term value.”

Since the acquisition, Hemlo Mining has implemented a targeted integration programme that prioritises strong operational discipline, environmental responsibility and a strengthened safety culture throughout the site.

The company plans to position Hemlo gold mine as a top-tier, responsibly managed Canadian gold mine with significant potential for future expansion.

Hemlo Mining intends to issue a detailed corporate update in early January 2026, which will include preliminary production results for the full year 2025, along with additional information on the operational initiatives currently in progress.

In October 2024, Barminco secured a three-year extension with Barrick Gold to continue contract mining at the Hemlo gold mine.