Leading Edge - LEMIF STOCK NEWS

Leading Edge Materials Corp. announced the results of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on April 26, 2023. A total of 61,085,647 common shares were represented, equating to 36.90% of outstanding shares. All proposals at the meeting were approved, including the Board's size fixed at three members and the stock options plan allowing the issuance of options up to 10% of outstanding shares. The Company re-elected Lars-Eric Johansson, Daniel Major, and Eric Krafft as directors with overwhelming support. In addition, 4,700,000 stock options were granted to directors, officers, and consultants at an exercise price of C$0.195, vesting over three years. More details are available on SEDAR.

Leading Edge Materials Corp. has announced its Annual General Meeting (AGM) set for April 26, 2023, in Vancouver. Key agenda items include:

• Reviewing the CEO's report
• Considering the financial statements for the year ending October 31, 2022
• Electing directors
• Appointing auditors
• Ratifying the stock option plan

The record date for shareholder eligibility is March 22, 2023. Shareholders holding Euroclear Registered Securities will receive a voting instruction form from Computershare Sweden for participation in votes.

Leading Edge Materials Corp. has released its CEO report for shareholders, highlighting key developments amid geopolitical and economic challenges. The report emphasizes the critical need for sustainable raw materials for renewable energy and electric vehicles, particularly graphite and rare earth elements. The EU's proposed Critical Raw Materials Act is expected to enhance local supply chains. The Woxna graphite mine in Sweden aims to meet the growing demand for battery-grade graphite, with a reported NPV of $248 million. Additionally, the Norra Kärr project holds significant potential with an NPV of $762 million, aiming to supply rare earth elements crucial for electric vehicle production.

Leading Edge Materials Corp. (LEMIF) reported its first-quarter results for the period ending January 31, 2023, revealing a net loss of $637,135, up from a loss of $116,354 in Q4 2022. The increase is attributed to exploration cost write-offs and stock-based compensation. In a positive turn, the company noted significant Nickel and Cobalt mineralization at its Bihor Sud project in Romania, with ongoing exploration yielding promising results. As of January 31, 2023, the company held working capital of $2,124,643 and an accumulated deficit of $45,351,937. Future funding will be needed to continue operations and development projects, including the Woxna Graphite Mine.

Leading Edge Materials has announced the identification of extensive cobalt and nickel mineralization at its Bihor Sud project in Romania, with significant findings occurring 50 meters above previously identified levels. Excavation of surface trenches has commenced ahead of schedule due to favorable winter conditions. The company is focusing on mapping and channel sampling to outline the mineralized zones and plans to establish an underground drill program later this year. Company leadership expresses optimism regarding the potential size and quality of the mineralization, which could enhance the strategic importance of the project.

Leading Edge Materials Corp. (LEMIF) reported a net loss of $3.61 million for the fiscal year ending October 31, 2022, an increase from $1.21 million in 2021, largely due to share-based compensation of $1.42 million. Despite ongoing losses, the company is maintaining its Woxna Graphite Mine on a production-ready basis and has initiated exploration programs in Romania. The Bihor Sud exploration license is progressing, with initial results indicating significant Nickel and Cobalt mineralization. Moving forward, the company aims to secure additional funding for operations and expansion projects despite a challenging legislative environment.

Leading Edge Materials Corp. has announced the early opening of two historic exploration galleries in its 100% owned Bihor Sud license located in Romania, where initial inspections show significant nickel and cobalt mineralization over 100 meters. The company has identified 11 galleries with mineralization potential across the license area. Following positive geophysical and mapping work, the reopening of galleries G2, G4, and G7 has commenced, with G7 highlighting extensive mineralization. Initial drilling targets will further assess these mineralized zones to evaluate their economic viability.

Leading Edge Materials Corp. announced that Interim CEO Eric Krafft exercised warrants, generating CAD 1.3 million in proceeds for ongoing development in Sweden and Romania. Post-exercise, Krafft owns 38% of outstanding shares. The company’s Norra Kärr project, a critical rare earth deposit, shows promising financials with a post-tax NPV of $762 million and an IRR of 26.3%. Additionally, the Woxna Graphite and Bihor Sud projects are progressing, with exploration efforts underway. The company aims to minimize dilution and enhance shareholder value.

Leading Edge Materials Corp. has appointed Stefan Derksen as its new general counsel. Derksen, a Dutch national with extensive legal experience, previously worked at De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek and founded his firm, STAUNCH. The company also granted stock options to officers and consultants to purchase 700,000 common shares at an exercise price of C$0.20, expiring in five years, with specific vesting schedules. This strategic appointment and stock option grant come as the company continues to focus on its portfolio of critical raw material projects in the European Union.