Lomiko Hires BRIDGE© for Community Relations

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Lomiko Metals Inc. has engaged Siri C. Genik and BRIDGE© for strategic advisory services focused on community relations concerning the La Loutre Project. Genik brings over 25 years of experience in mining and sustainability, aiming to foster collaboration with First Nations and local communities. The company has also established the Lomiko Technical Safety and Sustainability Committee to oversee project assessments and liaise with stakeholders. With Quebec's government projecting a significant graphite demand increase, Lomiko aims to contribute to the green economy.

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• Engagement of expert Siri C. Genik enhances community relations efforts.
• The establishment of the Lomiko Technical Safety and Sustainability Committee to oversee crucial project assessments.
• Strategic alignment with Quebec's initiatives on critical minerals supports potential growth.

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Lomiko Metals Inc. (TSX-V: LMR, OTC: LMRMF, FSE: DH8C) (Lomiko or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has retained BRIDGE©, and its principal and founder Siri C. Genik, to provide strategic advisory services in the development of relations with the First Nations and local communities surrounding the La Loutre Project.

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Ms. Genik has over 25 years of experience working on mining and infrastructure projects in Canada and around the world. In Québec Ms. Genik has supported several mining clients, as well as infrastructure projects, with their community relations and stakeholder engagement. She is a respected subject-matter expert in ESG and Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Communications. Ms. Genik will work with the Lomiko Technical, Safety and Sustainability Committee established in November 2020 to ensure the project receives input from all stakeholders.

She is a member of the Board of the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (“PDAC”) and sits on its Sustainability Committee. In 2018 she was awarded the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”)’s Distinguished Lecturer Award for CSR. Prior to founding Bridge© in 2013, Ms. Genik was working with BHP in Canada. Ms. Genik is perfectly fluent in French, as well as English and Spanish.

“Lomiko is excited to have Siri join its team and is looking forward to building meaningful and long-lasting relationships with the surrounding First Nations and local community of the La Loutre Project, through continued open, transparent and collaborative communication.” stated A. Paul Gill, CEO.

Lomiko Technical Safety and Sustainability Committee (LTSSC)

Lomiko is focused on the exploration and development of flake graphite in Quebec for the new green economy. Lomiko established the LTSSC to oversee the assessment of the La Loutre Flake Graphite Property and liaise with service providers, technical staff and stakeholders to put forward a series of documents including but not limited to, Graphite Characterization and Metallurgy, a Preliminary Economic Assessment, and if required pre-feasibility, bulk samples, pilot plant, feasibility and construction. The Committee is responsible for advising the Board of Directors to make crucial decisions on the project.

Quebec’s Role in The New Green Economy

In 2020, The Quebec Government released the Quebec Plan for Development of Critical and Strategic Minerals (“The Quebec Plan”) which indicates graphite demand would likely increase 300-500% in the coming decades as more is used in the production of spherical graphite for anode portion of Electric Vehicle Lithium-ion batteries. Quebec has an opportunity play a vital role in reducing carbon emissions and become a key provider of critical battery materials to the North American economy.

For more information on Lomiko Metals, review the website at www.lomiko.com, contact A. Paul Gill at 604-729-5312 or email: info@lomiko.com.

On Behalf of the Board,

“A. Paul Gill”
Chief Executive Officer

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FAQ

Who is Siri C. Genik and what will her role be at Lomiko Metals?

Siri C. Genik is a strategic advisor with over 25 years of experience in mining and infrastructure, tasked with improving community relations around the La Loutre Project.

What is the significance of the La Loutre Project for Lomiko Metals?

The La Loutre Project is focused on flake graphite exploration in Quebec, which is essential for meeting the increasing demand for battery materials in the green economy.

How does the Quebec government plan to support Lomiko Metals?

The Quebec government has released a plan indicating a projected increase in graphite demand, positioning Quebec as a key player in supplying critical materials for the electric vehicle industry.