Foremost Lithium Confirms 25.92 Metres of Lithium Mineralization Including 1.09% Li2O Across 10 Metres at its Zoro Property, Manitoba Canada

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Foremost Lithium Resource & Technology reports positive drilling progress on its Zoro Property in Manitoba, confirming lithium mineralization in Dyke 1. Drill holes FL24-009 and FL24-010 returned significant Li2O grades of 1.52% over 5.02m and 1.09% over 9.88m, respectively. The company's inferred resource at Dyke 1 stands at 1,074,567 tons at 0.91% Li2O. Foremost aims to become a leading North American lithium supplier, with plans to expand resources and benefit from government incentives. The potential to manufacture 400,000 car batteries from current lithium reserves signals future growth.

Insights

Geologist

The recent drilling results from Foremost Lithium Resource & Technology Ltd. present an interesting development in the exploration of the Zoro Property. The intersections of 1.52% Li2O and 1.09% Li2O are significant, as they exceed the average grade of the maiden inferred resource, which stands at 0.91% Li2O. The reported lengths of 5.02 m and 9.88 m, while not substantial in isolation, contribute cumulatively to the resource estimate and could indicate the presence of a larger mineralized system.

Furthermore, the exploration strategy to extend Dyke 1 to the southeast and at greater depths is a logical step. It is not uncommon for pegmatite bodies to exhibit continuity at depth, which can lead to substantial increases in resource estimates if successfully delineated. The company's use of advanced geological techniques to approximate the true width of mineralized zones is noteworthy, as this can significantly impact the economic viability of the project.

Investors should note that the reported drill intersections may not represent the true width due to the vertical orientation and variability of the mineralization. The ongoing detailed geological modelling will be important for a more accurate resource estimation and the overall understanding of the deposit's geometry.

Market Analyst

The lithium market is driven by the demand for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions, both of which are growing sectors. Foremost Lithium's update on their winter drilling program is of interest to stakeholders, as it suggests the potential for an expanded resource base. This could position the company favorably in the market, especially in the context of the U.S. administration's Inflation Reduction Act, which incentivizes domestic mineral supply chains.

Investors should consider the implications of these drilling results on the company's valuation. While the assay results are promising, the full economic impact will depend on the continuity of mineralization, the cost of extraction and lithium market prices. The mention of the potential to manufacture around 400,000 car batteries from the current resource highlights the tangible applications of the findings and the potential revenue stream for Foremost Lithium.

It is important to monitor further assay results and the company's ability to secure the necessary infrastructure and permits for development. These factors, along with the global lithium supply-demand dynamics, will influence Foremost Lithium's stock performance and the overall investment attractiveness of the company.

Environmental Analyst

As the world transitions to greener technologies, the environmental impact of mining operations is scrutinized. Foremost Lithium's exploration activities in the Snow Lake region must adhere to environmental regulations and best practices to minimize the ecological footprint. The potential increase in resource estimation could lead to more extensive mining operations, which in turn raises concerns about land use, water quality and biodiversity.

It is essential for the company to engage in sustainable practices, including responsible waste management and efforts to mitigate habitat disruption. The environmental policies and practices of Foremost Lithium will not only affect the local ecosystem but also the company's reputation and social license to operate. Investors are increasingly factoring in environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria when making investment decisions and companies with strong ESG profiles may have a competitive edge.

Understanding the balance between resource development and environmental stewardship is key. The company's commitment to environmental best practices can positively influence investor perception and potentially provide long-term benefits by aligning with global sustainability goals.

Highlights at the Company’s Maiden Resource at Dyke 1 include:

• Drill hole FL24-010 confirmed 1.09% Li₂O over 9.88 m starting at 177.57 m  
• Drill Hole FL 24-009 confirmed 1.03% Li₂O over 7.96 m starting at 233.04 m
• Hole FL24-009 confirmed 1.52% Li₂O over 5.02 m starting at 233.98 m
  

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foremost Lithium Resource & Technology Ltd. (NASDAQ: FMST) (CSE: FAT) (“Foremost Lithium”, “Foremost” or the “Company”), a North American hard-rock lithium exploration company, is pleased today to provide a drilling progress update for its 2024 winter drill program on its Zoro Property located in the Snow Lake region of Manitoba. The Company reports that 2 holes targeting Dyke 1 (see figure 1 below) have been completed with assay results confirming lithium mineralization spanning a cumulative length of 25.92m. Highlights in drill holes FL24-009 and FL24-010 include 1.52% Li2O over 5.02 m and 1.09% Li2O over 9.88 m. Dyke 1 hosts the Company's maiden inferred resource of 1,074,567 tons at a grade of 0.91% Li₂O, with a cut-off grade of 0.3%, as outlined in the Company’s filed Regulation SK-1300 Technical Report Summary (2023) and NI-43-101 Technical Report (2018).

“We are very encouraged as we continue to expand the lithium mineralization on our maiden resource,” states Jason Barnard, President and CEO of Foremost Lithium. “Foremost Lithium is striving to become a premier supplier of North America’s lithium feedstock. Further resource development along with our continued business development, such as planned infrastructure, will pave the way to our continued growth. Dyke 1 currently contains 24,000 tons of lithium carbonate which, when converted, would be able to manufacture roughly 400,000 car batteries to power electric vehicles. With the potential to increase resource as drilling progresses – and as government regulation, such as the current U.S. administration’s Inflation Reduction Act, incentivizes U.S. domestic supply – we look forward to future upside for our Company and shareholders.”

Figure 1 - Zoro Dyke 1 Location Map Indicating Drill Hole Locations

Dyke 1 Drill Results

Drill results for the 2 drill holes completed at the Dyke 1 spodumene pegmatite are reported below in Tables 1 and 2. These holes primarily target the depth extension of the pegmatite body. Results include:

• Drill hole FL24-009 intersected 7.96 m of spodumene-bearing pegmatite returning 1.03% Li₂O starting at a depth of 233.04 m
• Drill hole FL24-009 intersected 5.02 m of spodumene-bearing pegmatite returning 1.52% Li₂O starting at a depth of 235.98 m
• Drill hole FL24-010 intersected 9.88 m of spodumene-bearing pegmatite returning 1.09% Li₂O starting at a depth of 77.57 m
• Drill hole FL24-010 intersected 5.37 m of spodumene-bearing pegmatite returning 1.34% Li₂O starting at a depth of 180.73 m

These intersections mark a development in the understanding of the Dyke 1 spodumene pegmatite, revealing previously untested mineralization at depth. The assay results confirm the presence of a well-mineralized zone, suggesting the potential for an expanded resource base within this sub-section of the pegmatite body, as well as continued drilling indicates the potential of mineralization outside of the current resource estimate for Dyke 1.

Table 1 – 2024 Drilling Summary

Hole ID	Target	Core Size	Hole Depth (m)	Grid	Northing	Easting	Elevation	Azimuth	Dip	Analytical Results
FL24-001	Dyke 8	NQ	124	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6080344	6080344	290	68	-55	Pending
FL24-002	Dyke 8	NQ	179	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6080311	6080311	290	68	-65	Pending
FL24-003	Dyke 8	NQ	124.98	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6080391	6080391	290	77	-55	Pending
FL24-004	Dyke 8	NQ	149	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6080251	6080251	290	100	-65	Pending
FL24-005	Dyke 8	NQ	119	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6080201	6080201	288	93	-45	Pending
FL24-006	Dyke 8	NQ	125	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6080116	6080116	288	102	-45	Pending
FL24-007	Dyke 1	NQ	248	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6079098	6079098	276.6	74	-45	Pending
FL24-008	Dyke 1	NQ	394	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6079080	6079080	277.1	73	-55	Pending
FL24-009	Dyke 1	NQ	308	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6078940	6078940	284.9	77	-55	Received
FL24-010	Dyke 1	NQ	288.88	NAD83 / UTM zone 14N	6078940	6078940	284.9	77	-45	Received

Table 2 – 2024 Pegmatite Interval Assay Results (Drill Holes FL24-009 & FL24-010)

Hole number	Intersection
	From (m)	To (m)	Width (m)	Li2O%
FL24-010	176.22	186.1	9.88	1.09
incl.	176.22	179.48	3.26	1.08
incl.	180.73	186.1	5.37	1.34
FL24-009	197.01	205	7.99	0.92
and	223.07	241	17.93	0.61
incl.	233.04	241	7.96	1.03
incl.	235.98	241	5.02	1.52

Analytical results are still pending on the remaining drill core to date and will be reported upon analysis.

Exploration Strategy
Foremost remains focused on advancing its lithium projects to meet the growing demand for lithium, which is essential for electric vehicles and the stationary storage batteries market. Foremost will continue its exploration efforts at Dyke 1, with additional drilling planned to further define and expand the known zones of mineralization. A geological cross-section of FL24-009 and FL24-010 is presented in Figure 2 below. These mineralized drill intercepts confirm an extension of Zoro Dyke 1 in a zone that was previously unexplored. The pegmatite remains open at depth along its southern extension.

The extension of Dyke 1 to the southeast and at greater depths has emerged as a priority based on a detailed analysis of geological data. The Company’s drilling efforts are expanding southward, aiming to explore and potentially increase the resource estimate by identifying new mineralized zones. This approach leverages advanced geological expertise, aiming to maximize the potential for resource expansion.

Figure 2 – Zoro (Dyke 1) Cross Section of FL24-009, FL24-010 & Historical Drilling

Data Verification / Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Due to the vertical orientation and variable nature of mineralization at the Company’s Dyke 1 deposit, the reported drill intersection lengths, derived from linear measurements along the drill core, may not accurately represent the true width of the mineralized zones. Best practice drilling techniques and geological interpretation are being utilized to intersect mineralization in an orientation that approximates the true width as closely as feasible. Detailed geological modelling and analysis are being conducted to refine these estimates and achieve a more precise characterization of the mineralized body’s true dimensions.

Sample collection, handling, preparation and analysis are monitored with the implementation of chain-of-custody procedures and quality assurance-quality control (QA-QC) programs that follow industry best practices. All samples were submitted to SGS Labs in Burnaby, BC, for determination of lithium via sodium peroxide fusion.

Qualified Person

Technical information in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Matthew Carter, P.Geo., who is a Qualified Person as identified by Canadian National Instrument 43-101-Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects and as defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Regulation S-K 1300 Rules for Disclosure by Registrants Engaged in Mining Operations.

About Foremost Lithium

Foremost Lithium (NASDAQ: FMST) (CSE: FAT) (FSE: F0R0) (WKN: A3DCC8) is a hard-rock lithium exploration company focused on empowering the North American clean energy economy. Foremost’s strategically located lithium properties extend over 43,000 acres in Snow Lake, Manitoba, and hosts a property in a known active lithium camp situated on over 11,400 acres in Quebec called Lac Simard South.

Foremost’s four flagship Lithium Lane Projects as well as its Lac Simard South project are located at the tip of the NAFTA superhighway to capitalize on the world's growing EV appetite, strongly positioning the Company to become a premier supplier of North America's lithium feedstock. As the world transitions towards decarbonization, the Company's objective is the extraction of lithium oxide (Li₂O), and to subsequently play a role in the production of high-quality lithium hydroxide (LiOH), to help power lithium-based batteries, critical in developing a clean-energy economy. Foremost Lithium also has the Winston Gold/Silver Property in New Mexico USA. Learn More at www.foremostlithium.com.

Contact and Information

Company
Jason Barnard, President and CEO
+1 (604) 330-8067
info@foremostlithium.com

Investor Relations
Lucas A. Zimmerman
Managing Director
MZ Group - MZ North America
(949) 259-4987
FMST@mzgroup.us
www.mzgroup.us

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FAQ

What are the lithium grades reported in drill holes FL24-009 and FL24-010 at Dyke 1?

Drill hole FL24-009 returned 1.52% Li2O over 5.02m, while FL24-010 returned 1.09% Li2O over 9.88m.

What is the current inferred resource at Dyke 1 for Foremost Lithium?

The company's inferred resource at Dyke 1 stands at 1,074,567 tons at a grade of 0.91% Li2O.

What is Foremost Lithium's goal in becoming a premier supplier of North America's lithium feedstock?

Foremost Lithium aims to supply North America's lithium feedstock and benefit from government regulations like the Inflation Reduction Act.

How many car batteries could be manufactured from the current lithium reserves at Dyke 1?

The current reserves at Dyke 1 could potentially manufacture roughly 400,000 car batteries for electric vehicles.

What is the potential impact of government regulations, such as the Inflation Reduction Act, on Foremost Lithium's future growth?

Government regulations like the Inflation Reduction Act could incentivize U.S. domestic supply and lead to future growth for Foremost Lithium.