GOLD LION ACQUIRES OPTION TO MIA LI-3 LITHIUM PROJECT IN THE JAMES BAY REGION OF QUEBEC

Rhea-AI Summary

Gold Lion Resources Inc. (GLIOF) has acquired an Option Agreement to gain a 100% interest in the Mia Li-3 Lithium Project, which encompasses 57 mining claims over 2,950 hectares in Quebec's James Bay region. The project is close to Q2 Metals' existing lithium projects and is believed to contain spodumene-bearing pegmatites with historical grades of up to 2.27% Li2O. The acquisition was made through a share exchange agreement valued at approximately $725,000, including cash and share payments. This strategic move positions the company to enhance its presence in the lithium market amidst growing demand for the mineral.

Positive

• Acquisition of rights to Mia Li-3 Lithium Project, adding 2,950 hectares to company holdings.
• Proximity to Q2 Metals' lithium projects may provide strategic exploration opportunities.
• Historical reports indicate potential lithium mineralization with grades reported up to 2.27% Li2O.

Negative

• Acquisition cost of $725,000 may strain immediate financial resources.
• Dependence on the success of exploration results to validate acquisition value.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gold Lion Resources Inc. (“Gold Lion” or the “Company”) (CSE: GL) (OTC: GLIOF) (FWB: 2BC) announces that it has acquired the rights to a property option agreement (the “Option Agreement”) dated as of December 18, 2022 pursuant to which it has the option to acquire a 100% interest in 57 mining claims covering approximately 2,950 hectares in the James Bay region of Quebec (the “Mia Li-3 Lithium Project”).

MIA LI-3 LITHIUM PROJECT

The Mia Li-3 Lithium Project is located approximately 15 km northwest of Q2 Metals Corp.’s (“Q2”) Mia Li-1 and Mia Li-2 projects (the “Mia Li-1 & 2 Projects”) in the James Bay region of Quebec. The Mia Li-3 Project is also directly adjacent to ground newly acquired by Q2 and presents a favourable opportunity for exploration on the same trend. Historical work by Main Exploration Company Ltd. in 1959 (GM10200) reported several spodumene-bearing pegmatites on the Mia Li-1 & 2 Projects.

The westernmost mineral showings of the Mia Li-1 & 2 Projects were sampled in 1997 by Quebec government geologists and assays returned grades of 0.47% Li2O and 2.27% Li2O respectively. Numerous pegmatite intrusions have been recorded along the 8.3 km long trend but were never followed up for their lithium potential. The 1959 report also details that the pegmatite dykes are as much as 100 feet (30.5 metres) in width and are commonly zoned, with spodumene crystals described as being as much as 2 feet (0.61 metres) in length. The southern half of the Mia Li-1 & 2 Projects covers a northeast limb of the Vieux Comptoir granite and a concordant intrusive body described as a spodumene granite on SIGEOM, the Quebec provincial government's geomining information system.

Gold Lion’s Mia Li-3 Lithium Project also contains the Vieux Comptoir Granite unit, an undifferentiated granite package that may contain phases of pegmatitic granite, k-feldspar granite and spodumene granite.

This news release contains information about adjacent properties on which Gold Lion has no right to explore or mine. Readers are cautioned that mineral deposits on adjacent properties are not indicative of mineral deposits on the Company's properties.

The technical information contained within this news release has been reviewed and approved by Martin Ethier, Géo (#1520), a Member of the Order of Geologists of Québec and the Qualified Person for the purpose of this news release as defined in National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101"). Mr. Ethier is considered independent of the Company within the meaning of NI 43-101.

THE TRANSACTION

Gold Lion acquired the rights to the Option Agreement under a share exchange agreement dated February 1, 2023 (the “SEA”) among Gold Lion, 1391740 B.C. Ltd. (“139 BC”) and the shareholders of 139 BC pursuant to which Gold Lion acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of 139 BC from the 139 BC shareholders. As consideration under the SEA, Gold Lion: has made an initial aggregate cash payment of $50,000 to the 139 BC shareholders, has issued an aggregate of 10,000,000 common shares of Gold Lion (the “Shares”) at a deemed price of $0.0675 per Share, representing an aggregate value for the Shares of $675,000, to the 139 BC shareholders, and is required to make an additional aggregate cash payment of $50,000 to the 139 BC shareholders on or before March 6, 2023. The Shares were issued to the 139 BC shareholders pursuant to applicable securities laws and the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange.

The transaction is an arm's-length transaction for the Company and does not constitute a fundamental change or result in a change of control of the Company, within the meaning of the policies of the CSE.

About Gold Lion Resources Inc.

Gold Lion Resources Inc. is a mineral exploration company actively involved in the exploration of its precious metal focused portfolio including the Cuteye and Fairview Properties located in Idaho and British Columbia. For more information please visit: https://goldlionresources.com/.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Lawrence Hay, CEO
T: 604-687-2038

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Forward-Looking Statements

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FAQ

What is the Mia Li-3 Lithium Project acquired by Gold Lion Resources?

The Mia Li-3 Lithium Project is a 2,950-hectare property optioned by Gold Lion Resources, located in Quebec's James Bay region.

What are the historical lithium grades reported for the Mia Li-3 Project?

Historical assays from adjacent projects reported lithium grades of up to 2.27% Li2O.

How much did Gold Lion Resources pay for the acquisition of Mia Li-3?

Gold Lion Resources made an initial payment of $50,000 in cash and issued 10,000,000 shares valued at $675,000 as part of the acquisition.

What strategic advantages does the Mia Li-3 Lithium Project offer Gold Lion Resources?

The project’s proximity to established lithium operations by Q2 Metals Corp. presents potential for exploration synergies and market expansion.

What is the significance of the acquisition for Gold Lion Resources' future?

The acquisition positions Gold Lion to capitalize on the increasing demand for lithium, especially for electric vehicle production and battery technologies.