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ELEVRA LITHIUM LIMITED Capital/Financing Update 2023

Oct 22, 2023

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ACN 091 951 978
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ASX Announcement
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23 October 2023
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MOBLAN DRILLING SHOWS EXPANSION POTENTIAL OF HIGH GRADE LITHIUM ASSET

  • Latest results for 41 new drillholes totalling 8,925m for Sayona’s Moblan Lithium Project, Québec, Canada with highlights including:

  • 55.6m @ 1.80% Li2O from 154.2m to 209.6m in 1331-23-430

  • 52.6m @ 1.50% Li2O from 134.0m to 186.6m in 1331-23-431

  • 17.0m @ 1.55% Li2O from 217.6m to 234.6m in 1331-23-463A

  • 51.4m @ 1.34% Li2O from 54.1m to 105.5m in 1331-23-471

  • 54.0m @ 1.28% Li2O from 105.5m in 1331-23-477

  • 15.7m @ 2.37% Li2O from 61.3m to 77m in 1331-23-485A

  • High-grade mineralisation identified outside of the current Mineral Resources estimate (MRE) pit shell model, demonstrating potential for further resource growth

  • Mineralisation inside MRE pit shell continues to show continuity and consistency in grade and thickness

  • Results reinforce Moblan’s status as centrepiece of Sayona’s Eeyou-Istchee James Bay hub

  • Further assay results pending from the completed 2023 drilling campaign.

North American lithium producer Sayona Mining Limited (“Sayona”) (ASX:SYA; OTCQB:SYAXF) announced today the results from 41 new drillholes totalling 8,925 metres at its Moblan Lithium Project (SYA 60%; SOQUEM Inc 40%), highlighting the expansion potential of the project located in Québec’s highly prospective Eeyou-Istchee James Bay region.

The latest drilling results include the identification of high-grade lithium mineralisation outside the Mineral Resources estimate (MRE) pit shell model, indicating the potential to expand the existing resource, already one of North America’s single largest lithium resources. Mineralisation inside the MRE pit shell continues to show continuity and consistency in grade and thickness, with the project typified by thick, flat lying spodumene pegmatite.

The new drillhole results reinforce the project’s status as the centrepiece of Sayona’s Eeyou-Istchee James Bay hub in northern Québec, and highlights its potential to add to the Company’s base of producing North American Lithium operation and other exploration projects.

Sayona has completed 60,084m of exploration drilling at the Moblan project in 2023, with assay results pending for an additional 170 drillholes totalling 35,459m. The 2023 drilling program also includes a

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sterilisation drilling program in order to verify the potential location of infrastructure without impacting the mineral resource area.

Sayona’s Interim CEO, James Brown commented: “Moblan is an exciting project and the latest drilling results have only further highlighted its potential to become a major asset for Sayona and our joint venture partner, SOQUEM.

“We look forward to advancing this project further, with additional results pending from the 2023 drilling campaign.”

Environmental impact assessment studies are continuing, with Sayona continuing its proactive stakeholder engagement approach towards the local community, including First Nations communities.

Sayona is also investigating the lithological and structural interpretation of the four main zones at the Moblan deposit. These studies will improve the specific knowledge of the different pegmatites domains and specific geochemistry, mineralogy and structural features to help vectorise exploration activities and potentially extend Moblan’s mineralisation.

Drill Hole
Easting
Northing
From(m)
To(m)
Description
1331-23-408
507413
5619985
37.4
48.0
[email protected]% from 37.4m
and
94.0
106.3
[email protected]% from 94m
and
136.5
189.0
[email protected]% from 136.5m
1331-23-430
507066
5619808
154.2
209.6
[email protected]% from 154.2m
1331-23-431
507065
5619810
134.0
186.6
[email protected]% from 134m
1331-23-463A
507496
5619857
217.6
234.6
[email protected]% from 217.6m
1331-23-471
506307
5619641
54.1
105.5
[email protected]% from 54.1m
1331-23-477
506821
5619634
105.5
159.5
[email protected]% from 105.5m
1331-23-478
506800
5619602
114.1
168.3
[email protected]% from 114.1m
1331-23-479
506805
5619562
109.9
153.2
[email protected]% from 109.9m
1331-23-482
506656
5619696
66.6
81.6
[email protected]% from 66.6m
and
88.1
107.1
[email protected]% from 88.1m
and
137.5
148.5
[email protected]% from 137.5m
and
155.5
186.2
[email protected]% from 155.5m
1331-23-485A
506302
5619593
61.3
77.0
[email protected]% from 61.3m

Table 1: Selected 2023 Drillhole Intercepts

Note: The coordinates are UTM NAD83 Zone 18. Intercepts may not represent true thickness. A full listing of drill intercepts and drill collar information is presented as Table 2 and Table 3 at the end of this report.

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Figure 1: Plan view location. Black collars show the location of the reported drillholes

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Western Area - Section 506305E

Infill drilling along 506305E continues to confirm the geometry and mineralisation of the flat laying South Pegmatite, returning 51.4m @ 1.34% Li2O from 54.1m in 1331-23-471. Hole 1331-23-485A was drilled to bolster inferred resources and intersected 15.7m @ 2.37 Li20 from 61.3m.

The dyke has well-distributed mineralisation, containing an average of 20% spodumene in 1-2 cm euhedral crystals. Hole 1331-23-471 was drilled to upgrade from Inferred to Indicated Resources. The mineralisation style is consistent with 1331-23-485A, returning a dyke typified by 15% spodumene in 1-2 cm euhedral crystals.

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Figure 2: Drill Cross Section 506305E

Central Area - Section 506750E

Drilling at Section 506750E further characterised the extension to the South Pegmatite mineralisation and is displayed in Figure 3 below, with 1331-23-477 returning 54.0m @ 1.28% Li20 from 105.5m.

Hole 1331-23-477 was drilled to upgrade from Inferred to Indicated Resources and intersected a thick, well-mineralised dyke. Mineralisation is consistent throughout the dyke with an average of 10% spodumene. Spodumene presents as 3-4cm long acicular crystals as well as 1cm euhedral crystals nearer to the upper contact.

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Figure 3: Drill Cross Section 506750E
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Figure 4: Drill Cross Section 507123E

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Inter South Area - Section 507123E

On section 507123E, the Main Pegmatite narrows, and the Inter Pegmatite zone is represented by an increased number of parallel, stacked pegmatites. Hole 1331-23-436 returned 32.8m @ 1.33% Li20 from 54m. Hole 1331-23-436 was drilled to upgrade from Inferred to Indicated resources and intersected numerous pegmatites of impressive grade and thickness. The thickest pegmatite is characterised by well-distributed, 2-4cm spodumene crystals.

Eastern Area - Section 507500

The eastern step out drilling continues to identify continuity of the Inter Zone extension, both at surface and at depth, with 1331-23-463A returning 17m @ 1.55% Li20 from 217.6m. This flat lying dyke is outside the current pit model and shows the potential for further extensions along strike.

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Figure 5: Drill Cross Section 507500E

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Figure 6: Moblan 3D Pegmatite Geometry with MRE Resources pits

The Moblan project is located about 130km north-west of the town of Chibougamau and approximately 85km from the Cree (First Nations) community of Mistissini. The project is accessible year‐round via the Route du Nord. Its proximity to Chibougamau and Mistissini with their available infrastructure and access to low-cost, environmentally friendly hydropower makes it a favourable location for exploration and mine development.

Issued on behalf of the Board.

For more information, please contact: For Investor/media queries, contact: James Brown Anthony Fensom Executive Director/Interim CEO Republic PR Email: [email protected] Ph: +61 (0)407 112 623 Email: [email protected]

About Sayona Mining

Sayona Mining Limited is a North American lithium producer (ASX:SYA; OTCQB:SYAXF), with projects in Québec, Canada and Western Australia.

In Québec, Sayona’s assets comprise North American Lithium together with the Authier Lithium Project and its emerging Tansim Lithium Project, supported by a strategic partnership with American lithium developer Piedmont Lithium Inc. (Nasdaq:PLL; ASX:PLL). Sayona also holds a 60% stake in the Moblan Lithium Project in northern Québec.

In Western Australia, the Company holds a large tenement portfolio in the Pilbara region prospective for gold and lithium. Sayona is exploring for Hemi‐style gold targets in the world‐class Pilbara region, while its lithium projects include Company-owned leases and those subject to a joint venture with Morella Corporation (ASX:1MC).

For more information, please visit us at www.sayonamining.com.au

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About SOQUEM

SOQUEM, a subsidiary of Investissement Québec, is dedicated to promoting the exploration, discovery and development of mining properties in Québec. SOQUEM also contributes to maintaining strong local economies.

As a proud partner and ambassador for the development of Québec’s mineral wealth, SOQUEM relies on innovation, research and understanding of strategic mineral development to be well positioned for the future.

References to Previous ASX Releases

  • Quarterly Activities Report – 31 July 2023

  • Drill results significantly expand Moblan lithium footprint – 11 July 2023

  • Moblan boosted by significant increase in lithium resource – 17 April 2023

The Company confirms that it is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the information included in the original market announcement and all material assumptions and technical parameters continue to apply and have not materially changed. The Company confirms that the form and context in which the Competent Person’s findings are presented have not been materially modified from the original market announcements.

Competent Person’s Statement

The information in this report is based on information compiled by Mr Simon Attwell, a Competent Person, and who is a Member of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Mr Attwell is an employee of Attgold Pty Ltd (“Attgold”) which provides full time geological services to Sayona.

Mr Attwell has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity being undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves’. Mr Attwell consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears.

Qualified Persons Statement

Mr Ehouman N’Dah, P.Geo. of Sayona Inc. (a subsidiary of Sayona), Mr. Carl Corriveau, PGeo of Sayona Inc. and Mr Alain Carrier, P.Geo., independent consultant at InnovExplo Inc., are “qualified persons” as defined by National Instrument 43-101 and have reviewed and approved the disclosure of the scientific and technical information contained in this press release. Mr N’Dah, Mr Carrier and Mr Corriveau are members of the Ordre des Géologues du Québec.

Forward Looking Statements

This announcement contains certain forward-looking statements. Such statements are only predictions, based on certain assumptions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond Sayona’s control. Actual events or results may differ materially from the events or results expected or implied in any forward-looking statement.

The inclusion of forward-looking statements in this announcement should not be regarded as a representation, warranty or prediction with respect to the accuracy of the underlying assumptions or that any forward-looking statements will be or are likely to be fulfilled.

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Table 2: Table of Intercepts

Drill Hole East North Dip Azi
Max Depth
(m)
Depth (m)
From

Depth (m)
To

Interva
l(m)
Li2O%
1331-23-394 506809 5620434 -65 180 210 153.0 183.0 30.0 1.36
1331-23-402 507536 5619897 -65 180 435 238.5 256.5 18.0 0.59
and 269.0 283.5 14.5 0.64
1331-23-403 507456 5619960 -50 180 357 18.0 36.0 18.0 1.37
and 123.6 134.6 11.0 1.24
and 206.0 220.6 14.6 0.51
1331-23-405 507372 5619906 -80 180 213 34.2 46.2 12.0 0.87
and 89.6 100.3 10.7 1.66
1331-23-408 507413 5619985 -80 180 318 37.4 48.0 10.6 0.90
and 94.0 106.3 12.3 0.94
and 136.5 189.0 52.5 1.34
1331-23-411 507408 5619930 -60 180 222 126.2 136.8 10.6 1.53
and 141.4 151.4 10.0 1.31
1331-23-412 507408 5619930 -45 180 276 125.5 135.7 10.2 1.34
and 165.7 177.3 11.6 1.00
and 218.7 230.7 12.0 1.48
1331-23-413 507413 5619985 -60 180 255 108.9 120.6 11.7 0.84
and 142.0 154.5 12.5 0.97
and 175.4 195.4 20.0 0.60
1331-23-430 507066 5619808 -45 179 267 154.2 209.6 55.4 1.80
1331-23-431 507065 5619810 -55 180 264 134.0 186.6 52.6 1.50
1331-23-432 507114 5619850 -45 180 249 174.1 217.2 43.1 1.54
1331-23-435 507143 5619884 -45 180 255 29.8 41.0 11.2 1.09
and 70.8 86.8 16.0 1.51
and 162.6 183.3 20.7 1.53
and 194.4 228.8 34.4 1.29
1331-23-436 507122 5619891 -45 180 243 2.5 12.9 10.4 1.11
and 54.0 86.8 32.8 1.33
and 154.5 171.9 17.4 1.81
and 206.3 220.0 13.7 1.11
1331-23-439 507247 5619734 -50 180 180 126.5 159.3 32.8 1.58
1331-23-441 507244 5619828 -80 180 210 117.2 127.8 10.6 1.50
and 148.5 166.0 17.5 1.23
1331-23-445 507310 5619792 -65 181 222 150.5 166.5 16.0 1.26
1331-23-449 507332 5619900 -80 180 207 89.7 101.6 11.9 1.30
and 154.3 167.0 12.7 0.88
1331-23-462 507521 5619904 -81 180 315 226.1 237.9 11.8 1.42
and 267.1 281.1 14.0 0.57
1331-23-463A
507521
5619904 -80 321 217.6 234.6 17.0 1.55
1331-23-464 507521 5619904 -65 180 321 103.0 113.6 10.6 1.43
and 243.0 267.6 24.6 1.38
1331-23-468 507403 5619827 -75 180 219 121.9 132.7 10.8 1.50
and 156.5 171.7 15.2 0.99

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Drill Hole
East
North
Dip
Azi
Max Depth
(m)
Depth (m)
From
Depth (m)
To
Interva
l(m)
Li2O%
1331-23-469
506257
5619684
-50
180
150
59.9 72.9
13.0
1.22
1331-23-471
506307
5619641
-51
180
162
54.1 105.5
51.4
1.34
1331-23-473
507129
5619808
-45
175
219
154.0 193.6
39.6
1.84
1331-23-475
506871
5619650
-55
190
219
99.9 146.4
46.5
0.84
1331-23-477
506821
5619634
-55
180
222
105.5 159.5
54.0
1.28
1331-23-478
506800
5619602
-55
180
249
114.1 168.3
54.2
1.54
1331-23-479
506805
5619562
-56
180
195
109.9 153.2
43.3
1.29
1331-23-482
506656
5619696
-55
180
207
66.6 81.6
15.0
1.59
and 88.1 107.1
19.0
1.37
and 137.5 148.5
11.0
1.44
and 155.5 186.2
30.7
0.78
1331-23-484
506257
5619685
-75
180
120
52.6 67.6
15.0
0.67
and 74.6 90.6
16.0
0.59
1331-23-485A
506302
5619593
-50
180
180
61.3 77.0
15.7
2.37
1331-23-486A
506261
5619579
-50
180
150
71.0 93.0
22.0
1.39

Notes: The coordinates are UTM NAD83 Zone 18. Intercept selection is based on pegmatite lithology using a 0.25% Li2O lower cut and maximum 4m of consecutive internal dilution with a minimum 10m interval and 1%+ Li2O intercept grade for inclusion. Any non-pegmatite lithology within an intercept has been treated as having nil grade. The selection algorithm has been applied to all drill results and may not represent true thickness. Holes 1331-23-364, 1331-23-373, 1331-23-397A, 1331-23-463, 1331-23-370, 1331-23-472, 1331-23-474, 133123-485, 1331-23-517 retuned no significant values following the intercept calculation rules set out above.

Table 3: Drill Collar Data

Drill Hole East North Elevation (m) Azimuth Dip Degrees End of Hole (m)
1331-23-364 506699 5620065 508 180 -45 108
1331-23-373 507066 5619809 502 180 -35 171
1331-23-394 506809 5620434 499 180 -65 210
1331-23-397A 506758 5620399 506 180 -60 228
1331-23-402 507536 5619897 475 180 -65 435
1331-23-403 507456 5619960 476 180 -50 357
1331-23-405 507372 5619906 476 180 -80 213
1331-23-408 507413 5619985 476 180 -80 318
1331-23-411 507408 5619930 476 180 -60 222
1331-23-412 507408 5619930 476 180 -45 276
1331-23-413 507413 5619985 476 180 -60 255
1331-23-430 507066 5619808 502 179 -45 267
1331-23-431 507065 5619810 502 180 -55 264
1331-23-432 507114 5619850 498 180 -45 249
1331-23-435 507143 5619884 495 180 -45 255
1331-23-436 507122 5619891 498 180 -45 243
1331-23-439 507247 5619734 476 180 -50 180

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Drill Hole East North Elevation (m) Azimuth Dip Degrees End of Hole (m)
1331-23-441 507244 5619828 476 180 -80 210
1331-23-445 507310 5619792 476 181 -65 222
1331-23-449 507332 5619900 476 180 -80 207
1331-23-462 507521 5619904 491 180 -81 315
1331-23-463 507496 5619857 488 180 -80 63
1331-23-463A 507496 5619857 488 180 -80 321
1331-23-464 507455 5619852 486 180 -65 321
1331-23-468 507403 5619827 483 180 -75 219
1331-23-469 506257 5619684 557 180 -50 150
1331-23-470 506254 5619651 557 180 -50 150
1331-23-471 506307 5619641 553 180 -51 162
1331-23-472 506352 5619649 552 180 -80 126
1331-23-473 507129 5619808 488 175 -45 219
1331-23-474 506585 5620401 488 180 -65 225
1331-23-475 506871 5619650 499 190 -55 219
1331-23-477 506821 5619634 511 180 -55 222
1331-23-478 506800 5619602 519 180 -55 249
1331-23-479 506805 5619562 519 180 -56 195
1331-23-482 506656 5619696 540 180 -55 207
1331-23-484 506257 5619685 557 180 -75 120
1331-23-485 506302 5619593 550 180 -50 21
1331-23-485A 506302 5619593 550 180 -50 180
1331-23-486A 506261 5619579 550 180 -50 150
1331-23-517 506889 5620503 476 180 -64 201
TOTAL (m):
8925m

Note: The coordinates are UTM NAD83 Zone 18.

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Appendix 1

JORC Code, 2012 Edition – Table 1

Section 1: Sampling Techniques and Data

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Sampling
techniques
Nature and quality of sampling (eg
cut channels, random chips, or
specific specialised industry
standard measurement tools
appropriate to the minerals under
investigation, such as down hole
gamma sondes, or handheld XRF
instruments, etc). These examples
should not be taken as limiting the
broad meaning of sampling.
Samples are obtained from diamond drilling (NQ
diameter drill core).
Sample database has been established in UTM
coordinates (NAD 83 Zone 18).
Include reference to measures
taken to ensure sample
representivity and the appropriate
calibration of any measurement
tools or systems used.
Geological logging of recovered drill core visually
identified pegmatite and its constituent mineralogy to
determine the intervals for sampling. Lithium bearing
spodumene is easily identified. Sampling has been
determined on geological characteristics and ranges
from between 0.25 m and 1.6 m in length. Core was cut
using a diamond saw core-cutter and half core
sampled. All pegmatite intersected downhole has been
sampled.
Aspects of the determination of
mineralisation that are Material to
the Public Report. In cases where
‘industry standard’ work has been
done this would be relatively simple
(eg ‘reverse circulation drilling was
used to obtain 1 m samples from
which 3 kg was pulverised to
produce a 30 g charge for fire
assay’). In other cases, more
explanation may be required, such
as where there is coarse gold that
has inherent sampling problems.
Unusual commodities or
mineralisation types (eg submarine
nodules) may warrant disclosure of
detailed information.
Sample preparation and assaying methods are industry
standard and appropriate for this type of
mineralisation. The project is supported by core
samples taken by diamond drilling (no other sampling
methods were used).
Drilling
techniques
Drill type (eg core, reverse
circulation, open-hole hammer,
rotary air blast, auger, Bangka,
sonic, etc) and details (eg core
diameter, triple or standard tube,
depth of diamond tails, face-
sampling bit or other type, whether
core is oriented and if so, by what
method, etc).
Drilling from surface was carried out by diamond
drilling methods, using standard tube to recover NQ,
BTW and HQ size core (no other drilling methods were
used). Core was not orientated. Downhole drill azimuth
and dip has been determined by TN-14 azimuth aligner
and downhole Reflex EZ multi and single shot recording
instruments for 444 drill holes. Flexit multishot for 99
drill holes; and Tropari and acid test for remaining
historical drill holes.

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Drill sample
recovery
Method of recording and assessing
core and chip sample recoveries
and results assessed.
Drilling was completed directly into the hard (fresh)
rock, starting at the surface, and core recovery
approximates 100% (no other sampling methods were
used). .
Measures taken to maximise
sample recovery and ensure
representative nature of the
samples.
To ensure representative nature of the samples, core
has been marked up, and core recovery and RQD
measurements recorded. Core recoveries were typically
high and are considered acceptable and it is not
believed a bias has been introduced into the sampling
system.
Whether a relationship exists
between sample recovery and
grade and whether sample bias
may have occurred due to
preferential loss/gain of fine/coarse
material.
There is no correlation or bias between the grades
obtained and core recovery.
Logging Whether core and chip samples
have been geologically and
geotechnically logged to a level of
detail to support appropriate
Mineral Resource estimation,
mining studies and metallurgical
studies.
All drill core has been geologically logged to a level of
detail appropriate for the project. Geological logging,
RQD measurements and structural information has
been completed. The logging is qualitative and is
supported by core photography of marked up core. The
logging and its level of detail was of sufficient quality
and appropriate to support Mineral Resource
estimation, mining studies and metallurgical studies.
Whether logging is qualitative or
quantitative in nature. Core (or
costean, channel, etc) photography.
Geological logging recorded qualitative descriptions of
lithology, alteration, mineralisation, veining, and
structure. Logging also includes measurement of core
recovery and RQD.
The total length and percentage of
the relevant intersections logged.
All the drilled footage for holes in the current release
has been described and included in the database (for
all 483 drill holes and 12 geotechnical drill holes, total
of 80,455.47 m).
Sub-sampling
techniques and
sample
preparation

If core, whether cut or sawn and
whether quarter, half or all core
taken.
Drill core has been cut in half by diamond saw with half-
core samples packaged, grouped into bulk bags for
dispatch to the laboratory.
Half core sampling is considered an appropriate
method to ensure a sufficient quantity of sample is
collected for it to be representative of the drill material
and appropriate for the grain size of the material being
sampled.
If non-core, whether riffled, tube
sampled, rotary split, etc and
whether sampled wet or dry.
There was no sampling method other than diamond
drilling (core drilling).
For all sample types, the nature,
quality and appropriateness of the
sample preparation technique.
Sampling, sample preparation and quality control
protocols are considered appropriate for the material
being sampled.
Sample preparation was conducted in independent
accredited laboratory, ALS laboratories in Val-d’Or,
Quebec).
Each core sample is dried and weighed, and the entire
sample is crushed to 70% passing 2 mm. A split of up
to 250 g is taken using a riffle splitter and pulverised to
better than 85%passing75μm.

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Quality control procedures adopted
for all sub-sampling stages to
maximise representivity of samples.
The core samples have been selected by visual logging
methods and is considered appropriate for the
analytical work being carried out and, in an industry,
standard way.
Measures taken to ensure that the
sampling is representative of the in
situ material collected, including for
instance results for field
duplicate/second-half sampling.
Remaining half core, crushed sample (reject) and
pulverised sample (pulp) are retained for further analysis
and quality control checks.
Whether sample sizes are
appropriate to the grain size of the
material being sampled.
Samples sizes are considered appropriate for the style
of mineralisation.
Quality of
assay data and
laboratory
tests

The nature, quality and
appropriateness of the assaying
and laboratory procedures used
and whether the technique is
considered partial or total.
All samples were analysed at independent accredited
laboratories (in Val-d’Or, Quebec). All samples were
analysed by ME-MS589L Sodium Peroxide Fusion and
ICP-MS finish using a 0.2 g aliquot of pulverised
material. Previous operators and Sayona have regularly
inserted 3rd party reference control samples and blank
samples in the sample stream to monitor assay and
laboratory performance. Assaying was completed by
ALS Laboratories, Vancouver.
It is believed the sampling, assaying and laboratory
procedures are representative of the drilled material and
appropriate for theproject.
For geophysical tools,
spectrometers, handheld XRF
instruments, etc, the parameters
used in determining the analysis
including instrument make and
model, reading times, calibrations
factors applied and their derivation,
etc.
There was no sampling method other than diamond
drilling. No geophysical tools or XRF instruments have
been used in determining mineralisation.
Nature of quality control procedures
adopted (eg standards, blanks,
duplicates, external laboratory
checks) and whether acceptable
levels of accuracy (ie lack of bias)
and precision have been
established.
Assay sample of Certified Reference Material, half core
duplicate sampling and insertion of blanks into the
sample sequence has been undertaken to ensure
QA/QC. Protocols include systematic insertion of CRM
standards at approximately 1 in every 25 samples and
alternating blank samples of quartz and core duplicate
samples for every 1 in 25 samples in previous operator
programs (SOQUEM). Since June 2022, Sayona's
protocols have switched to a control sample insertion of
every 1 in 20 samples.
The CRM material used for monitoring lithium values are
OREAS 750, OREAS 752 and OREAS 753. Occasionally,
a CRM for Zn (OREAS 630B) has been used to validate
other metals. These standards have been selected to
reflect the target mineralisation. Assays of quality
control samples were compared with reference samples
in database and verified as acceptable prior to use of
data from analysed batches.
The assaying techniques and quality control protocols
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reported in its current form and estimation of Mineral
Resources.
Verification of
sampling and
assaying
The verification of significant
intersections by either independent
or alternative company personnel.
Sampling intervals defined by the geologist have
assigned sample identification numbers prior to core
cutting.
The results have been reviewed by multiple geologists.
The company conducts internal data verification
protocols which have been followed. The verification of
significant intersections has been completed company
personnel and Competent Person.
There are no currently known drilling, sampling,
recovery, or other factors that could materially affect
the accuracyor reliabilityof the data.
The use of twinned holes. No twinned holes have been completed.
Documentation of primary data,
data entry procedures, data
verification, data storage (physical
and electronic) protocols.
All sampling and assay information were stored in a
secure GeoticLog database with restricted access. This
data has been verified against original laboratory assay
results.
Assay results from the laboratory with corresponding
sample identification are loaded directly into the
GeoticLog database.
Discuss any adjustment to assay
data.
Li% has been converted to Li2O% for the purposes of
reporting. The conversion used is Li2O = Li x 2.153. No
other adjustments to assay data have been undertaken.
Location of
data points
Accuracy and quality of surveys
used to locate drill holes (collar and
down-hole surveys), trenches, mine
workings and other locations used
in Mineral Resource estimation.
The drilling collars are positioned using handheld GPS
and then professionally surveyed after completion. Paul
Roy land surveyor and Caouette, Thériault & Renaud,
professional surveyors of Chibougamau, provided a
land surveyor with a GPS base station to survey the
completed drill collar locations.
Drill rig alignment was attained using an electronic
azimuth aligner (TN-14 azimuth aligner). Downhole
survey was collected at 3m intervals using Reflex EZ
and Flexit instruments. Some historical drill holes have
Tropari and acid tests for monitoring their down-hole
deviations.
A government’s LIDAR survey was completed over the
area was used to prepare a DEM / topographic model
for theproject. There are no mine workings on the site.
Specification of the grid system
used.
The grid system used is UTM NAD83 zone 18.
Quality and adequacy of
topographic control.
The quality and adequacy of the topographic control
and drill hole database are considered appropriate for
the work undertaken and data to be used for estimation
of Mineral Resources.
Data spacing
and
distribution
Data spacing for reporting of
Exploration Results.
The drill hole spacing ranges from 15–100m within the
mineral resource area.
The spacing between drill hole fences ranges up to
100m in the eastern drill area but is typically on drill
sections spaced 40m apart in 2022-2023.
The drilling grid is looser in areas at the exploration
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Whether the data spacing and
distribution is sufficient to establish
the degree of geological and grade
continuity appropriate for the
Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve
estimation procedure(s) and
classifications applied.
The data spacing is sufficient to establish the degree of
geological and grade continuity for the exploration
results reported.
Further drilling is required to determine the extent of
currently defined mineralisation.
Whether sample compositing has
been applied.
Samples are not composited.
For the purposes of illustrating exploration results,
lithium values for pegmatite dykes are obtained by
weighted average of individual samples.
Orientation of
data in relation
to geological
structure
Whether the orientation of sampling
achieves unbiased sampling of
possible structures and the extent
to which this is known, considering
the deposit type.
Drilling may intersect mineralisation at various angles
but is typically orthogonal to the Lithium pegmatites
dykes. Some drill positions have utilized the same drill
pad but with a variable dip to intersect the target
mineralisation at depth.
If the relationship between the
drilling orientation and the
orientation of key mineralised
structures is considered to have
introduced a sampling bias, this
should be assessed and reported if
material.
Relationship between the drilling orientation and the
orientation of key mineralised structures is appropriate.
Drill holes exploring the extents of the Moblan Lithium
Project intersect four (4) lithium pegmatite dyke
swarms: the Main dykes, South dykes, Inter dykes and
Moleon dykes. Each of those corresponds to a series of
stacked dykes of variable thickness. The “Main”
pegmatites correspond to a group of 21 lithium
pegmatite dykes EW oriented and slightly dipping to the
North (N280°/-20°). The “South” pegmatites correspond
to a group of 20 lithium pegmatite dykes EW oriented
and almost sub-horizontal or slightly dipping to the
South (N080°/-10°). The “Inter” pegmatites correspond
to a group of 17 lithium pegmatite dykes ENE oriented
and moderately dipping to the North (N260°/-20°). The
“Moleon” pegmatites correspond to a group of 17
lithium pegmatite dykes NS oriented and steeply
dipping to the West (N180°/-70°).
Spodumene pegmatites dykes in the area are typically
tabular bodies and the reported results appear
consistent with that style of mineralisation. There does
not appear to be an introduction of a sampling bias due
to the drillhole orientation.
Sample
security
The measures taken to ensure
sample security.
All reasonable measures and Industry standard sample
security and storage have been undertaken.
The security of samples is controlled by tracking
samples from drill rig, core logging, sampling,
laboratory to database. Drill core was delivered from
the drill rig to the project core yard every shift. On
completion of geological and geotechnical logging,
core processing was completed by SOQUEM or Sayona
personnel, and/or by their representatives, and then
sent to the laboratory.
Audits or
reviews
The results of any audits or reviews
of sampling techniques and data.
Internal reviews of core handling, sample preparation
and assays laboratories were conducted on a regular
basis by both SOQUEM or Sayona personnel and/or by
owner’s representatives.
Mr. Alain Carrier, P.Geo., completed independent
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sampling of selected core intervals. The results of the independent re-sampling program are satisfactory. Technominex independent and Sayona’s internal Competent Person also conducted site visits and review application of core logging and sampling protocols and procedures. The sample preparation, security and analytical procedures are consistent with current industry standards and are appropriate for the styles of mineralisation identified. There are no identified drilling, sampling or recovery factors that materially impact the adequacy and reliability of the results of the drilling program in place at the Moblan Project.

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Section 2: Reporting of Exploration Results

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Mineral tenement
and land tenure
status

Type, reference name/number,
location and ownership including
agreements or material issues with
third parties such as joint ventures,
partnerships, overriding royalties,
native title interests, historical sites,
wilderness or national park and
environmental settings.
The Properties are situated in the north-western part of
the Province of Quebec, Canada. The centroid of the
Properties is approximately 90 km to the north-northwest
of the town of Chibougamau and 42 km west of Lake
Mistassini, Quebec. The Properties cover an area of
1,055.22 km2, extending 85 km east-west and 55 km
north-south. The Properties fall within the area covered
by NTS map sheets 32J09, 32J/10, 32J11, 32J14, 32J15
and 32J16. The approximate coordinates of the
geographic centre of the Properties are 74°54’ W and
50°44’ N (UTM coordinates: 507,059mE and
5,618,693mN, NAD 83, Zone 18. There are 10 properties
in the Moblan James-Bay Group, comprising 1,966 map
designated cells (“CDC”) for an aggregate area of
105,503.22 ha: Moblan, Lac Albert, Gariteau, Albert-Sud,
Lezai-Troilus, Tortigny, Regnault, Larabel, Frotet and De-
Maurès.
The Moblan Property, host to the lithium mineral
resources outlined in the 2023 MRE, consists of 20
claims (roughly 433 ha or 4.3 km2) held by Sayona Nord
(60%) and SOQUEM (40%). The Moblan Property is
subject to 1.5 to 2.5% Gross Overriding Revenue (GOR)
Royalty to Lithium Royalty Corporation.
The Lac Albert Property comprises 121 claims 3.5 km
west of the Moblan Property and covers 6,592 ha (65.92
km2). These claims are held 100% by Sayona (through its
subsidiary Sayona Nord) and have no royalties.
Sayona acquired the other eight (8) properties in
November 2022 from Troilus Gold through its subsidiary
9474-9454 QC. Sayona subdivided this vast territory for
exploration into the Gariteau, Albert-Sud, Lezai-Troilus,
Tortigny, Regnault, Larabel, Frotet and De-Maurès
properties. They consist of 1,825 claims near the Moblan
Property and extend over a major part of the Frotêt-
Evans Greenstone Belt, covering approximately 98,478 ha
(985 km2). These 8 properties are subject to 2% Net
Smelter Return (NSR) to Troilus Gold Corporation. One
(1) claim is still under the name Troilus Gold; transfer to
Sayona is currently being processed by the MRNF.
The security of the tenure held at
the time of reporting along with any
known impediments to obtaining a
licence to operate in the area.
All claims are in good standing as of August 23, 2023. As
of June 12, 2023, 1824 out of 1825 claims were
transferred in Gestim under the name of 9474-9454
Québec inc. (102341) a subsidiary of Sayonna. There are
no impediments that have been identified for operating in
the project areas
Exploration done
by other parties
Acknowledgment and appraisal of
exploration by other parties.
The current Moblan James-Bay Group of Properties (the
“Properties”: Moblan, Lac-Albert, Gariteau, Albert-Sud,
Lezai-Troilus, Tortigny, Regnault, Larabel, Frotet and De-
Maurès) covers and overlaps many historical mining and
exploration properties. The boundaries and names of
those properties have evolved following changes in
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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
claims were abandoned or added. Exploration work has
been varied (e.g., prospecting, mapping, geophysics,
geochemistry, drilling, etc.) and focused on the potential
for several commodities (e.g., precious metals, base
metals, and more recently, critical and strategic minerals.
Interest in lithium in the area began in the 1960s within
the current limit of the Moblan Property. Surface
prospecting and trenching performed by Muscocho
Explorations Ltd in 1963 resulted in the discovery of
numerous lithium bearing dykes. A few of the dykes had
been sampled earlier and revealed a high-grade lithium
oxide content. Twenty-eight lithium bearing pegmatite
dykes have been discovered in six separate areas on the
Moblan Property between 1992 and 2004, with work
conducted by Abitibi Lithium Corporation. Other past
drilling, undertaken by Perilya in 2011 and Guo Ao and
Neotec Lithium from 2018 to 2019, has been focused
over the Main pegmatite.
The project has been the subject of significant
exploration and drilling effort, geophysics, geochemistry,
historical studies, metallurgical testing and engineering
studies.
Geology Deposit type, geological setting and
style of mineralisation.
The Properties host several mineral occurrences and
showings. These (and other adjacent) occurrences
highlight the strong potential of the area for (i) Li
pegmatites deposits; (ii) Cu-Zn VMS deposits; (iii) Au
orogenic quartz-carbonate veins and disseminated
sulphide deposits; (iv) Ni-Cu-PGE magmatic sulphide
deposits; and (v) Au-Cu porphyry system (e.g. Troilus
Gold).
The economic potential of the Moblan Property is for
lithium mineralisation (spodumene pegmatites). Lithium
pegmatites were grouped into four (4) dyke swarms:
“Main”, “South”, “Inter” and “Moleon”. Each corresponds to
a series of stacked dykes of variable thicknesses.
“Main” Pegmatites Dykes correspond to a group of 21
lithium pegmatite dykes-oriented E and dipping slightly to
the north (N280°/- 20°). This swarm extends laterally E-W
for approximately 1,500 m and 500 m N-S. In this group,
three (3) dykes have an average intercept length greater
than 10 m.
“South” Pegmatites Dykes correspond to a group of 20
lithium pegmatite dykes-oriented EW and almost sub-
horizontal or dipping slightly to the south (N080°/-10°).
This swarm extends laterally E-W for approximately 750
m and 500 m N-S. In this group, five (5) dykes have an
average intercept length greater than 10 m.
“Inter” Pegmatites Dykes correspond to a group of 17
lithium pegmatite dykes-oriented ENE and dipping
moderately to the north (N260°/-20°). This swarm
extends laterally E-W for approximately 750 m and 300 m
N-S. In this group, only one (1) dyke has an average
intercept length greater than 10m.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
“Moleon” Pegmatites Dykes correspond to a group of 17
lithium pegmatite dykes-oriented NS and dipping steeply
to the west (N180°/-70°). This swarm extends laterally N-
S for approximately 750 m and 250 m E-W. In this group,
two (2) dykes have an average intercept length greater
than 10 m.
Drill hole
Information
A summary of all information
material to the understanding of the
exploration results including a
tabulation of the following
information for all Material drill
holes:

easting and northing of the
drill hole collar

elevation or RL (Reduced Level
– elevation above sea level in
metres) of the drill hole

collar dip and azimuth of the
hole

down hole length and
interception depth

hole length.

Refer to previous exploration releases for drillhole
information of the previously reported intercepts (ASX
announcements of April 26, 2022; June 27, 2022; April 17,
2023 and July 11, 2023).
New material information on the Moblan project drill
holes is illustrated on Figures (plan views, sections,
results tables) in this announcement.
The coordinates in the Figures and Table are in metres in
UTM NAD83 Zone 18 and elevation are above sea level.
The selection of the most significant intercepts was
based on visual appraisal of high metal factors (% Li2O
content x length in m) within spodumene pegmatite
intercepts. Table 3 in the main body text of this report
includes collar dip and azimuth of the hole, down hole
length and interception depth, and hole length.
Depending on the azimuths and plunges of the selected
boreholes, the drilled lengths are apparent and are not
directly true thicknesses.
If the exclusion of this information
is justified on the basis that the
information is not Material and this
exclusion does not detract from the
understanding of the report, the
Competent Person should clearly
explain why this is the case.
The project is at an advanced stage of exploration with a
mineral resource and on-going engineering studies and a
substantial database of 573 drill holes (95,832.47 m).
Data aggregation
methods
In reporting Exploration Results,
weighting averaging techniques,
maximum and/or minimum grade
truncations (eg cutting of high
grades) and cut-off grades are
usually Material and should be
stated.
Significant assay intercepts are reported as weighted
average over total pegmatite intercepts.
Where aggregate intercepts
incorporate short lengths of high-
grade results and longer lengths of
low-grade results, the procedure
used for such aggregation should
be stated and some typical
examples of such aggregations
should be shown in detail.
No variation to laboratory reported assays has been
made
The assumptions used for any
reporting of metal equivalent values
should be clearly stated.
No metal equivalent use.
Relationship
between
mineralisation
These relationships are particularly
important in the reporting of
Exploration Results.
Significant assay intervals reported represent apparent
widths. Refer to previous exploration releases for drillhole
information of the previously reported intercepts.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
widths and
intercept lengths
If the geometry of the
mineralisation with respect to the
drill hole angle is known, its nature
should be reported.
Drilling is not always perpendicular to the dip of
mineralisation and true widths are less than downhole
widths. Lithium pegmatites corresponds to a series of
stacked dykes of variable true thicknesses.
If it is not known and only the down
hole lengths are reported, there
should be a clear statement to this
effect (eg ‘down hole length, true
width not known’).
Pegmatite intercepts (% Li2O over m) are expressed over
down hole length (not over true width).
Diagrams Appropriate maps and sections
(with scales) and tabulations of
intercepts should be included for
any significant discovery being
reported These should include, but
not be limited to a plan view of drill
hole collar locations and
appropriate sectional views.
Figures, including plan view of new drilling and
mineralization, together with cross sections displaying
intercepts are included in the main body of this release.
Refer to Figures in previous exploration releases for drill
hole information of the previously reported illustrations of
drill holes and assays, and block model results of the
2023 MRE.
Balanced
reporting
Where comprehensive reporting of
all Exploration Results is not
practicable, representative reporting
of both low and high grades and/or
widths should be practiced to avoid
misleading reporting of Exploration
Results.

All relevant assay results are reported herein.
Other substantive
exploration data

Other exploration data, if
meaningful and material, should be
reported including (but not limited
to): geological observations;
geophysical survey results;
geochemical survey results; bulk
samples – size and method of
treatment; metallurgical test results;
bulk density, groundwater,
geotechnical and rock
characteristics; potential
deleterious or contaminating
substances.

The drill results reported are consistent with geological
observations as described.
Metallurgical testing, geomechanical, geotechnical,
environmental studies and condemnation drilling were
completed for engineering purposes.
No other meaningful exploration data is reported.
Further work The nature and scale of planned
further work (eg tests for lateral
extensions or depth extensions or
large-scale step-out drilling).
Further work includes further drilling to outline the
geometry and extents to the lithium pegmatite dyke
swarm identified to date.
Exploration and step–out drilling is planned to extend the
limits of the mineralized system and for potential
discovery of additional pegmatite dykes.
Diagrams clearly highlighting the
areas of possible extensions,
including the main geological
interpretations and future drilling
areas, provided this information is
not commercially sensitive.
Refer to Figures in the release and previous exploration
releases for drill hole information of the previously
reported illustrations of drill holes and assays, and
potential areas.

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