Principal of U.S. Metals Dealer Increases Stake in Electric Royalties to 24%

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Stefan Gleason, a U.S. metals dealer, has increased his stake in Electric Royalties to 24%. Gleason cites positive developments in the company's royalties, particularly Battery Hill, Seymour Lake, and Mont Sorcier, as reasons for his increased investment. He highlights the undervaluation of Electric Royalties and points to the recent acquisition of a package of lithium properties that will provide near-term cash flow and expand the company's royalty count. Gleason's use of the 'Normal Course Purchase Exemption' allows him to acquire additional shares without triggering a takeover bid requirement. His continued investment showcases confidence in Electric Royalties' potential.

Positive

• Stefan Gleason's increased stake in Electric Royalties demonstrates his confidence in the company's growth potential and positive developments in its royalties portfolio.

• The acquisition of a package of lithium properties under an asset purchase agreement adds near-term cash flow and expands Electric Royalties' royalty count, positioning the company for future growth.

• The 'Normal Course Purchase Exemption' allows Gleason to acquire additional shares without triggering a takeover bid requirement, showcasing his commitment to supporting Electric Royalties' growth without causing market disruption.

Negative

• Despite Gleason's confidence in Electric Royalties, the undervaluation of the company's assets raises concerns about the market's perception of its true worth, potentially affecting shareholder returns in the long term.

CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESSWIRE / April 30, 2024 / Stefan Gleason (the "Acquiror" or "Gleason") today announced that he is filing another early warning report in connection with his acquisition on the open market of additional shares of Electric Royalties Ltd. (TSXV:ELEC)(OTCQB:ELECF) ("Electric Royalties" or the "Company").

Gleason now beneficially owns or has control or direction over approximately 24% of the Company's issued and outstanding common shares.

"With positive developments recently announced in connection with several of the Company's largest royalties, especially Battery Hill, Seymour Lake, and Mont Sorcier, I am pleased to continue placing bids in the open market and bolster my overall investment in the Company," said Gleason. "Given the current market capitalization, I believe the assets held by Electric Royalties are dramatically undervalued."

"Meanwhile, the package of lithium properties under the asset purchase agreement signed this month creates near-term cash flow from scheduled option payments, nearly doubles the Company's royalty count to 40, charts a path to 72 royalties, and adds even more sizzle to the Company's portfolio."

Gleason is utilizing the "Normal Course Purchase Exemption" in National Instrument 62-104 -Take-Over Bids and Issuer Bids. The exemption permits additional share purchases above the 20% threshold without triggering a takeover bid requirement so long as the acquisitions within any 12-month period do "not exceed 5% of the securities of that class outstanding at the beginning of the 12-month period."

Stefan Gleason is a Charlotte-based entrepreneur who leads several privately held businesses in the United States, including Money Metals Exchange LLC. Money Metals is one of the largest precious metals dealers and depositories in North America.

Gleason was elected a Director of the Company at the annual meeting last December. His family office, Gleason & Sons LLC, recently provided an expanded C$10 million convertible credit facility that potentially enables the Company to acquire new assets without raising equity, thereby avoiding dilution of existing shareholders.

On April 29, 2024, Acquiror purchased 56,900 Company shares via the TSXV (at a cost of C$14,225.00, or an average of $0.25 per share). Prior to April 29, the Acquiror held an aggregate of 23,142,104 Common Shares, representing 23.956% of the issued and outstanding Shares on an as converted and partially diluted basis. After the purchases on April 29, the Acquiror held 23,199,004 Common Shares, or 24.015% of the issued and outstanding Shares on an as converted and partially diluted basis.

On March 14, 2024, the Acquiror previously filed a report under the early warning reporting rules of Canadian securities laws, disclosing that he beneficially owned or had control or direction over 21,237,368 Common Shares, at the time representing 21.985% of the Company's issued and outstanding Shares on an as converted and partially diluted basis. The Acquiror is filing this latest early warning report because he has now accumulated more than 2% of the Company's issued and outstanding Shares since his prior filing on March 14, 2024.

This early warning news release is issued under the early warning provisions of Canadian securities legislation, including National Instrument 62-104 - Take-Over Bids and Issuer Bids and National Instrument 62-103 - The Early Warning System and Related Take-Over Bid and Insider Reporting Issues. A copy of the Early Warning Report will be filed at www.sedar.com.

For further information, contact:

Stefan Gleason
Gleason & Sons LLC
15720 Brixham Hill Avenue, #205
Charlotte, NC 28277
Tel: 208-577-2230

This release includes certain statements that may be deemed "forward-looking statements." All statements in this release, other than statements of historical facts, that address anticipated future events are forward-looking statements. Although the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future events and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements including as a result of the failure to obtain regulatory approvals, the availability of royalties, the production of properties underlying royalties not being as anticipated, and the Company's cash flow position deteriorating as a result of business or economic conditions.

SOURCE: Gleason & Sons LLC

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FAQ

Who is Stefan Gleason?

Stefan Gleason is a U.S. metals dealer who has increased his stake in Electric Royalties to 24%.

What are the positive developments cited by Gleason for his increased investment in Electric Royalties?

Gleason highlights positive developments in the company's royalties, particularly mentioning Battery Hill, Seymour Lake, and Mont Sorcier.

How does the 'Normal Course Purchase Exemption' benefit Gleason's acquisition strategy?

The 'Normal Course Purchase Exemption' allows Gleason to acquire additional shares without triggering a takeover bid requirement, providing flexibility in his investment approach.