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17.03.26 - 13:00
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First Canadian Graphite Retains ethos strategie to Support Strategic Positioning In Quebec (The Newswire)
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Montréal, QC – TheNewswire - March 17, 2026 – First Canadian Graphite Inc. (TSX.V: FCI | OTC: GBMIF) (“First Canadian” or the “Company”), a dynamic junior mining company focused on advancing high-grade graphite projects in Quebec to meet the growing demand for onshore sourced critical minerals, is pleased to announce that it has retained ethos stratégie, a Québec-based strategic advisory firm specializing in ESG integration, stakeholder engagement and sustainable mining development.
Through this mandate, ethos stratégie will support the responsible development of First Canadian Graphite by strengthening its understanding and integration of Québec's mining ecosystem, while advancing the integration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations across its activities and corporate strategy.
Québec is recognized globally as a leading jurisdiction for responsible mining development and plays a growing role in the supply chain for critical minerals, including graphite, w...
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11.03.26 - 13:01
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Appoints Antoine Fournier as Vice President of Exploration (The Newswire)
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Vancouver, BC and Montreal, QC – TheNewswire - March 11, 2026 – First Canadian Graphite Inc. (TSX.V: FCI | OTC: GBMIF) (“First Canadian” or the “Company”), a dynamic junior mining company focused on advancing high-grade graphite projects in Quebec to meet the growing demand for onshore sourced critical minerals, is pleased to announce the appointment of Antoine Fournier, P. Geo., to the position of Vice President of Exploration, effective immediately.
Mr. Fournier is a seasoned geologist with over 35 years of experience in mineral exploration, beginning his career in 1987. He earned a B.Sc. in Geology from Concordia University and an M.Sc. in Economic Geology from McGill University in Montreal, where his research focused on REE mineralization in the St-Honoré Carbonatite. Throughout his career, he has maintained a strong interest in industrial minerals, high-tech metals, and now critical and strategic minerals essential to modern technologies.
Antoine has been instrumental in several signific...
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06.03.26 - 14:01
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Closes Financing - $1,025,000 (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC, March 6, 2026 — First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2 | OTC: GBMIF) is pleased to announce that it has received conditional approval from the TSX Venture Exchange for a financing to raise $1,000,000 through the issuance of 2,000,000 flow-through common shares at $0.50. The Company has been successful in receiving subscriptions for $1,025,000 (over-subscribed $25,000). The Company will now apply to the TSX Venture Exchange for approval to close the over-subscribed financing and issue 2,050,000 flow-through common shares.
The gross proceeds from the financing will be for an exploration and drill program on the Company's Berkwood Graphite Project located in northern Quebec and will be used to incur resource exploration expenses, which will constitute “Canadian exploration expenses” as defined in subsection 66.1(6) of the Income Tax Act “flow-through critical mineral mining expenditures” as defined in subsection 127(9) of the...
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02.03.26 - 14:00
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Appoints Michael Iverson To The Board Of Directors (The Newswire)
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Vancouver, BC and Montreal, QC – March 2, 2026 – TheNewswire – First Canadian Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FCI | OTC: GBMIF | FRANKFURT: BR20) (“First Canadian”, “FCI” or the “Company”), a dynamic junior mining company focused on advancing high-grade graphite projects in Quebec to meet the growing demand for onshore sourced critical minerals, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Iverson to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
Mr. Iverson is a seasoned mining executive and capital markets professional with more than two decades of leadership experience in the resource sector. In 1998, he founded Niogold Mining Corp. and co-founded Fortuna Silver Mines Inc., serving in senior executive roles including Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and President through 2016. Since 2007, he has also held various executive positions with Volcanic Gold Mines Inc..
At Niogold, Mr. Iverson led the acquisition and exploration of a significant land package in Val-d'Or, Québec, positionin...
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25.02.26 - 14:00
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First Canadian Graphite Exhibiting At PDAC. (The Newswire)
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February 25, 2026 – TheNewswire - Vancouver, BC – First Canadian Graphite (TSXV: FCI | OTC: GBMIF | FRANKFURT: BRO2) is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) 2026 Convention, the world's premier mineral exploration and mining event.
Our booth # is 3019 in the Investors Exchange.
The Company will be located at Booth #3019 in the Investors Exchange, in our new location, where representatives will be available throughout the convention to meet with investors, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders. Discussions will focus on First Canadian Graphite's advancing graphite initiatives and its vision to help secure a reliable North American supply of this critical mineral.
Graphite is an essential component in lithium-ion batteries, electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and advanced technologies. As global demand accelerates, First Canadian Graphite is focused on developing high-quality graphite resources to support th...
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23.02.26 - 14:00
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Appoints John LaGourgue as CEO and Board Member (The Newswire)
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Vancouver, BC and Montreal, QC – TheNewswire - February 23, 2026 – First Canadian Graphite Inc. (TSX.V: FCI | Frankfurt: BR2 | OTC: GBMIF) (“First Canadian”, “FCI” or the “Company”), a dynamic junior mining company focused on advancing high-grade graphite projects in Quebec to meet the growing demand for onshore sourced critical minerals, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. John LaGourgue as Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately.
Mr. LaGourgue brings extensive experience in leadership, capital markets, commercial and governmental relations, business development, and operations in the resource sector. He has a proven track record in project oversight, corporate finance, risk management, and commercial operations. This includes over 25 years in senior executive roles, board positions, advisory roles, and investments in private and public companies with a focus on microcap issuers. Mr. LaGourgue has successfully led commercial and min...
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17.02.26 - 23:45
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Closes Financing - $2,801,874.00 (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC, February 17, 2026 - TheNewswire — First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2) is pleased to announce that further to its releases dated January 26, 2026, February 6, 2026 and February 16, 2026, the Company has received TSX Venture Exchange approval and has closed its private placement offering as to 9,339,580 units at $0.30 for gross proceeds of $2,801,874.00. Each unit is comprised of one common share and one-half warrant. Each whole warrant will entitle the holder to purchase one common share exercisable at $0.50 for two years.
The gross proceeds from the financing will be for general working capital and an exploration and drill program on the Company's Berkwood Graphite Project located in northern Quebec. The Company will update shareholders as progress evolves. While the Company intends to spend the proceeds from the financing as stated above, there may be circumstances where, for sound business reasons, funds may be reallo...
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14.02.26 - 02:45
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Clarifies Closing Financing -- $2,801,874.00 (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC – TheNewswire - February 13, 2026 — First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2) is pleased to announce that further to its releases dated January 26, 2026 and February 6, 2026, it wishes to clarify that it has closed its private placement offering as to 9,339,580 units at $0.30 for gross proceeds of $2,801,874.00 (not $2,768,100 as previously disclosed). Each unit shall be comprised of one common share and one-half warrant. Each whole warrant will entitle the holder to purchase one common share exercisable at $0.50 for two years.
The gross proceeds from the financing will be for general working capital and an exploration and drill program on the Company's Berkwood Graphite Project located in northern Quebec. The Company will update shareholders as progress evolves. While the Company intends to spend the proceeds from the financing as stated above, there may be circumstances where, for sound business reasons, funds may be reallocated...
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07.02.26 - 01:45
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Announces Closing Financing - $2,768,100.00 (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC, February 6, 2026 — TheNewswire - First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2) is pleased to announce that further to its release dated January 26, 2026, it has closed its private placement offering as to 9,227,000 units at $0.30 for gross proceeds of $2,768,100 (oversubscribed as to $168,100). Each unit shall be comprised of one common share and one-half warrant. Each whole warrant will entitle the holder to purchase one common share exercisable at $0.50 for two years.
The gross proceeds from the financing will be for general working capital and an exploration and drill program on the Company's Berkwood Graphite Project located in northern Quebec. The Company will update shareholders as progress evolves. While the Company intends to spend the proceeds from the financing as stated above, there may be circumstances where, for sound business reasons, funds may be reallocated at the discretion of the Board.
Three insiders of the...
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26.01.26 - 23:00
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Announces Financing (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC, - January 26, 2026 — TheNewswire - First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2) is pleased to announce that the Company intends to offer up to 8,666,667 units at $0.30 for gross proceeds of up to $2,600,000. Each unit shall be comprised of one common share and one-half warrant. Each whole warrant will entitle the holder to purchase one common share exercisable at $0.50 for two years.
The gross proceeds from the financing will be for general working capital. While the Company intends to spend the proceeds from the financing as stated above, there may be circumstances where, for sound business reasons, funds may be reallocated at the discretion of the Board.
Insiders may participate in the financing with full particulars of such participation to be included in the news release announcing the closing, when closed. A finder's fee may be payable in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange.
The closing of the financing...
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19.01.26 - 14:01
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First Canadian Graphite Increases Airborne Geophysical Survey and Completes Graphite Metallurgical Testing on Berkwood′s Zone 3 Grab Samples. (The Newswire)
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Figure 1: Bag sample 3 graphite 20m to 30m. Jumbo flake graphite. (picture and data provided by Volt Carbon)
January 18, 2026 – TheNewswire - Montreal, QC – First Canadian Graphite. (TSXV: FCI, FSE: BK20, OTC Pink: GBMIF ) is pleased to announce that further to its news release dated January 12th, 2026, the Company has reviewed its newly acquired claims around the Company's Berkwood Graphite Project, located in Northern Quebec, and has increased the size of the airborne electromagnetic (EM) and magnetic surveys currently being conducted.
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Figure 2: Prospectair Helicopter and ProspecTEM TDEM system in foreground.
The Company also wishes to announce that Volt Carbon Technologies Inc., of Calgary, Alberta (TSXV: VCT) has informed First Canadian Graphite that it has successfully completed dry separation and metallurgical testing on grab samples from their Berkwood Graphite Zone 3 property.
https://voltcarbontech.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/BERKWOOD-ZONE-3-Report-V...
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12.01.26 - 12:00
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Announces Commencement of Airborne Electromagnetic (EM) and Magnetic Surveys and Expands Land Holdings (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC – TheNewswire - January 12th, 2026 — First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company” or “FCI”) (TSX-V: FCI; Frankfurt: BK2; OTC Pink: GBMIF) is pleased to announce that the airborne electromagnetic (EM) and magnetic surveys has commenced over its flagship Berkwood Graphite Project, located on the Quebec's North Shore, southwest of the Manicouagan Reservoir. Prospectair, an industry leader in Airborne Geophysical surveys, is executing the survey planned to cover five high priority targets to assess the probability and geographical scope of hosted graphite occurrences.
EM is the preferred geophysical method to locate highly conductive graphite orebodies and the ProspecTEM TDEM system developed by Prospectair is particularly well suited for this type of operation due to its specific ability to preferentially highlight the better surface conductors at or near surface and penetrate depth. While EM serves to identify potential graphite occurrences the magnetic component will help in ...
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09.01.26 - 03:15
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Grant Options (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC – TheNewswire - January 8, 2026 — First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2) announces the granting of stock options to board members, management and consultants/advisors as part of a long-term incentive program in accordance with the Company's 2025 Omnibus Share Incentive Plan adopted at the Annual and Special General Meeting held on December 9, 2025.
Grants under the 2025 Omnibus Share Incentive Plan - The Company has approved the grant of 1,250,000 stock options with a five year term at an exercise price of $0.30. Such options granted shall have the required four month plus one day hold period.
The 2025 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan's objective is to create an incentive compensation program that is aligned with the Company's long-term objectives. Stock options and Share Units are granted in accordance with Policy 4.4 – Security Based Compensation of the TSX Venture Exchange and the terms and conditions of the 2025 Omnibus Sh...
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24.12.25 - 01:00
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Closes Financing (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC, December 23, 2025 - TheNewswire — First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2) is pleased to announce that further to its press release dated November 18, 2025 and December 10, 2025, the Company will be applying to the TSX to close its financing as to $719,449.95. The financing consists of 4,796,333 units at $0.15. Each unit shall be comprised of one common share and one warrant exerciseable at $0.20 for two years.
The gross proceeds from the financing will be for general working capital. While the Company intends to spend the proceeds from the financing as stated above, there may be circumstances where, for sound business reasons, funds may be reallocated at the discretion of the Board.
A finder's fee of $30,838.5 cash has agreed to be paid along with the issuance of a finder's warrant for the right to purchase up to 186,550 shares exerciseable at the price of $0.20 for two years.
The closing of the financing is subject to rec...
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24.12.25 - 01:00
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Corporate Matters - Update (The Newswire)
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December 23, 2025 – TheNewswire - (Vancouver) First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2) is pleased to announce that on December 9, 2025 the annual and special general meeting of shareholders (the “Meeting”) was held. A total of 5,212,511 common shares (approximately 20.37% of the outstanding common shares) were represented at the Meeting in person or proxy.
1. NUMBER OF DIRECTORS
Shareholders approved setting the number of directors at four (3) with 5,185,929 (99.49%) total votes cast “FOR” and 26,582 (0.51%) Against. The motion carried.
2. Election of Directors
Each of the following individuals were elected as directors of the Company as approved by a vote by ballot, for a term expiring at the conclusion of the next annual meeting of shareholders of the Company or until their successors are elected or appointed, as follows:
Name
Votes “For” (%)
Votes “Against” (%)
Votes “Withheld/Abstained” (%)
Thomas Yi...
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18.11.25 - 14:01
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First Canadian Graphite Inc. Announces Financings (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC, Nov 18th, 2025 — TheNewswire - First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2) is pleased to announce the following financings:
$225,000 – Hard Dollar
The Company intends to offer up to 1,500,000 units at $0.15 for gross proceeds of up to $225,000. Each unit shall be comprised of one common share and one warrant exerciseable at $0.20 for two years.
The gross proceeds from the hard dollar financing will be for general working capital. While the Company intends to spend the proceeds from the financing as stated above, there may be circumstances where, for sound business reasons, funds may be reallocated at the discretion of the Board.
A finder's fee may be payable in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange.
The closing of the financing is subject to receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals including the TSX Venture Exchange. The securities issued under the financing will be subject to a hold period en...
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23.10.25 - 14:30
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First Canadian Graphite well positioned to Capitalize on China′s Export Controls on Graphite (The Newswire)
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Montreal, QC – TheNewswire - Oct 23rd 2025 — First Canadian Graphite Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V: FCI | Frankfurt: BK2) provides a summary of China's recent announcement of stricter export controls on lithium-battery raw materials and graphite anode materials, effective November 8, 2025, as a catalyst that strengthens the strategic importance and market value of graphite produced outside China.
China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and General Administration of Customs have unveiled a new regulatory regime that places certain lithium-battery raw materials, associated equipment, and graphite anode materials under export licensing and control. (Global Times) Under the new rules, many exports of artificial graphite anode materials, processing equipment (such as graphitization furnaces, granulation reactors, coating / modification systems), and related technologies will require government approval before shipment. (Global Times)
What This Means for Graphite Markets
These controls are expected...
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03.10.25 - 14:01
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Congratulations to Volt Carbon Technologies on Second U.S. Patent and Graphene Achievement (The Newswire)
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October 3, 2025 – TheNewswire - Montreal, Quebec – First Canadian Graphite Inc. ("First Canadian Graphite" or the "Company" or "FCI") (TSX-V: FCI, FSE: BK20) is pleased to congratulate its partner, Volt Carbon Technologies Inc., on receiving a Notice of Allowance for a continuation of its U.S. patent on proprietary air classifier technology, as well as on its recent achievements in graphene development.
This announcement builds on the collaboration established through the Preliminary Mineral Processing Agreement signed June 5, 2023, between First Canadian Graphite (formerly Green Battery Minerals) and Volt Carbon Technologies.
Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. (TSX-V: VCT) (OTCQB: TORVF) October 2, 2025 news release (link below) highlights two significant milestones:
Graphene Achievement Successful production and independent verification of reduced graphene oxide (rGO) sheets from Berkwood flake graphite, delivering 40–60% improved mechanical properties when ...
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