UPDATED -- Osisko Development to Close Further Tranches of Its Non-Brokered Private Placement of Units

Rhea-AI Summary

Osisko Development Corp. (NYSE: ODV, TSXV: ODV) announces plans to close further tranches of its non-brokered private placement offering, following an oversubscribed first tranche. The company aims to raise up to US$25 million by offering up to 13,888,888 units at US$1.80 per unit. Each unit includes one common share and one warrant, with warrants exercisable at US$3.00 until October 1, 2029. The proceeds will be used to advance the Cariboo Gold Project and Tintic Project, partially repay existing credit facilities, and for general corporate purposes. The offering is subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval, with securities having a four-month hold period. Osisko Development is also exploring other capital sources to refinance its credit facility and advance projects.

Positive

• Oversubscribed first tranche of private placement offering
• Potential to raise up to US$25 million in additional gross proceeds
• Proceeds to be used for advancing key projects and debt repayment
• No finder's fee or commissions payable, reducing offering costs

Negative

• Dilution of existing shareholders due to issuance of new shares
• Warrants could lead to further dilution if exercised

Insights

Financial Analyst

The oversubscription of Osisko Development's first tranche and plans for additional tranches signal strong investor interest. The company aims to raise up to US$25 million through a non-brokered private placement at US$1.80 per unit. This capital injection is important for ODV's growth strategy, particularly for advancing its Cariboo Gold and Tintic projects.

The structure of the offering, with units comprising a common share and a warrant (exercisable at US$3.00 until 2029), provides investors with potential upside participation. The absence of finder's fees indicates cost-effective capital raising. The intended use of proceeds for project advancement and debt repayment is prudent, potentially improving the company's financial position.

However, investors should note that there's no minimum offering size for additional tranches, which introduces some uncertainty. The four-month hold period on securities and the company's exploration of other capital sources suggest a complex financing landscape. Overall, this offering could strengthen ODV's balance sheet and support its growth initiatives, but success depends on market conditions and project outcomes.

Mining Industry Expert

Osisko Development's focus on the Cariboo Gold Project in B.C. and Tintic Project in Utah represents a strategic move in the North American precious metals sector. The oversubscribed first tranche indicates market confidence in these assets. Targeted regional drilling, enabled by this financing, could potentially expand resources and enhance project economics.

The Cariboo Gold Project, with its historical significance and infrastructure advantages, offers near-term production potential. The Tintic Project in Utah provides geographic diversification and exploration upside. Both projects are in mining-friendly jurisdictions, which is favorable for development timelines and regulatory approvals.

However, the success of these projects hinges on exploration results, metallurgical performance and future feasibility studies. The company's ability to efficiently allocate capital between these projects and manage development timelines will be crucial. While the financing provides necessary funds, the path from exploration to production remains capital-intensive and risky. Investors should monitor drill results and project milestones closely to assess the long-term value proposition of ODV's portfolio.

MONTREAL, Oct. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Osisko Development Corp. (NYSE: ODV, TSXV: ODV) ("Osisko Development" or the "Company") is pleased to announce, further to its news release dated October 1, 2024, that the first tranche of its offering was oversubscribed at the time of closing. The Company intends to seek to close further tranches of its non-brokered private placement for up to 13,888,888 units (the "Units") at a price of US$1.80 per Unit for additional gross proceeds to the Company of up to approximately US$25 million (the "Offering"), the maximum amount set out in the price reservation made by the Company under TSX Venture Exchange Rules. There is no minimum Offering size required to close further tranches of the Offering.

Further tranches of the Offering may be closed from time to time. In addition, the Company continues to pursue flexibility as it evaluates other sources of capital to refinance its credit facility and advance its projects.

With the first tranche of the Offering completed, the Company is well positioned to contemplate targeted regional drilling on its 100% owned Cariboo Gold Project in B.C., Canada and its 100% owned Tintic Project in Utah, U.S.A.

The Company anticipates closing further tranches as soon as possible, subject to certain conditions including, but not limited to, the receipt of all necessary approvals. Consistent with the first tranche of the Offering, no finder's fee or commissions are payable in connection with the Offering.

Each Unit consists of one common share of the Company (each, a "Common Share") and one Common Share purchase warrant of the Company (each, a "Warrant"), with each Warrant entitling the holder thereof to purchase one additional Common Share (each, a "Warrant Share") at a price of US$3.00 per Warrant Share on or prior to October 1, 2029.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering towards the advancement of its Cariboo Gold Project and Tintic Project, to partially repay its existing credit facility and for general corporate purposes. All securities issued under the Offering will be subject to a hold period expiring four months and one day from the date of issue pursuant to applicable Canadian securities laws. The Offering remains subject to final acceptance of the TSX Venture Exchange.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in the United States or any other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. No securities may be offered or sold in the United States or in any other jurisdiction in which such offer or sale would be unlawful absent registration under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, or an exemption therefrom or qualification under the securities laws of such other jurisdiction or an exemption therefrom.

ABOUT OSISKO DEVELOPMENT CORP.

Osisko Development Corp. is a North American gold development company focused on past-producing mining camps located in mining friendly jurisdictions with district scale potential. The Company's objective is to become an intermediate gold producer by advancing its 100%-owned Cariboo Gold Project, located in central B.C., Canada, the Tintic Project in the historic East Tintic mining district in Utah, U.S.A., and the San Antonio Gold Project in Sonora, Mexico. In addition to considerable brownfield exploration potential of these properties, that benefit from significant historical mining data, existing infrastructure and access to skilled labour, the Company's project pipeline is complemented by other prospective exploration properties. The Company's strategy is to develop attractive, long-life, socially and environmentally sustainable mining assets, while minimizing exposure to development risk and growing mineral resources.

For further information, visit our website at www.osiskodev.com or contact:

Sean Roosen	Philip Rabenok
Chairman and CEO	Director, Investor Relations
Email: sroosen@osiskodev.com	Email: prabenok@osiskodev.com
Tel: +1 (514) 940-0685	Tel: +1 (437) 423-3644

CAUTION REGARDING FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release contains "forward-looking information" (within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws) and "forward- looking statements" (within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995). Such statements or information are identified with words such as "anticipate", "believe", "expect", "plan", "intend", "potential", "estimate", "propose", "project", "outlook", "foresee" or similar words suggesting future outcomes or statements regarding any potential outcome. Such statements in this news release may include, without limitation, statements pertaining to: the anticipated closing of a second tranche of the Offering, the proceeds and timing for the closing of a second tranche of the Offering, the use of proceeds from the Offering and the ability to obtain the final acceptance of the TSX Venture Exchange. Such forward-looking information or statements are based on a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions which may cause actual results or other expectations to differ materially from those anticipated and which may prove to be incorrect. Actual results could differ materially due to a number of factors, including, without limitation, satisfying the requirements of the TSX Venture Exchange (if at all). Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking information or statements are reasonable, prospective investors in the Company securities should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements because the Company can provide no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking information and statements contained in this news release are as of the date of this news release and the Company assumes no obligation to update or revise this forward-looking information and statements except as required by law.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.

FAQ

What is the price per unit in Osisko Development's (ODV) private placement offering?

The price per unit in Osisko Development's (ODV) private placement offering is US$1.80.

How many units is Osisko Development (ODV) offering in its private placement?

Osisko Development (ODV) is offering up to 13,888,888 units in its private placement.

What is the exercise price and expiration date of the warrants in Osisko Development's (ODV) offering?

The warrants in Osisko Development's (ODV) offering have an exercise price of US$3.00 and expire on October 1, 2029.

How does Osisko Development (ODV) plan to use the proceeds from the private placement?

Osisko Development (ODV) plans to use the proceeds to advance its Cariboo Gold Project and Tintic Project, partially repay its existing credit facility, and for general corporate purposes.