Discovery Energy Metals Corp. CSE: DEMC | OTCQB: DEMCF | FRA: Q3Q holds interests in a combined total of over 225,000 hectares (~556,000 acres) throughout the Province of Quebec.
This includes approximately 44,950 hectares (~111,074 acres) located in the prolific James Bay region of Northern Quebec. The area is gaining recognition for its potential to host lithium–cesium–tantalum (LCT) pegmatites.
The James Bay region hosts hundreds of exploration projects focused on spodumene and LCT pegmatites making this region a standout exploration and development resource for modern industry. Crucially, the Quebec government and most local communities are strongly supportive of the regional mining activities.
The Company also holds 164,283 hectares (~405,952 acres) located in the Nunavik region of Northern Quebec and another 16,392 hectares (~40,505.5 acres) identified as the Route De Nord, Lac Belanger, Lac Ferland and Lac Roberston properties located across the northern and eastern lithium prospective regions of Québec.
WELCOME TO JAMES BAY MINING DISTRICTING
A location filled with active exploration and advanced stage projects, this mining-friendly region boasts some of the most important hard rock lithium and LCT (lithium–cesium–tantalum) discoveries in North America. The infrastructure includes roads, railways, airfields, accommodations, a skilled workforce, and extensive electrical and water capacity.
Territory is under treaty (JBNQA & NEQA) – Modern agreement with clear mechanisms in place for indigenous dialogue, consultation, and resource management.
Quebec government’s Société du Plan Nord mandated to promote investment in northern development:
THE GLOBAL LITHIUM MARKET
Projected to grow from USD 13.90 billion in 2024 to USD 55.25 billion in 2032 at a CAGR of 18.9% during 2021-2028.
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THE GLOBAL LITHIUM MARKET
The North America lithium compound market size reached 60,776 Tons LCE in 2022. Looking forward, experts predict the market to reach 119,320 Tons LCE by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 11.9% during 2022-2028.
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BATTERY USAGE
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BATTERY PLANTS
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THE GLOBAL CESIUM MARKET
The Cesium Market size was valued at USD 363.58 Million in 2024 and the total revenue is expected to grow at CAGR 6.5 % from 2025 to 2032, reaching nearly USD 601.72 Million.
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CESIUM APPLICATIONS
Despite its strategic importance, only three pegmatite operations in the world generate it on an industrial scale: Tanco in Canada, Bitika in Zimbabwe, and Sinclair in Australia.
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THE GLOBAL TANTALUM MARKET
The global tantalum market size was estimated to be USD 467.40 Million in 2024 and is expected to grow CAGR of 5.37% to USD 748.41 Million by 2033.
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THE GLOBAL TANTALUM MARKET
Tantalum is vital in the following industries:
Electronics, Alloys, 3D Printing, Aerospace, Glass Lenses, Laboratory Equipment.
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Mike Hodge
President & CEO
Mr. Hodge began his exploration career on the original staking program for Commerce Resources Corp.’s Blue River Tantalum and Niobium project in 1999. Subsequently, he has worked on more than 25 exploration projects across North America. His most recent field work was Operations Manager for a quarry on Vancouver Island. Mr. Hodge’s marketing experience was developed through his extensive participation in global resource conferences and workshops during the past decade, and he has enjoyed considerable success raising corporate capital, including for a number of portfolio companies within Zimtu Capital Corp.
Jody Bellefleur
CFO
Ms. Bellefleur brings over 20 years’ experience as a corporate accountant. She is responsible for all aspects of regulatory financial reporting, including the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, management discussion and analysis reports and government tax reporting. Prior to her work with publicly traded companies, Ms. Bellefleur was the Controller of a private manufacturing company. Since 2008 she has been involved exclusively in providing services to both public and private companies in the junior mining sector.
Mike Hodge
Director
Mr. Hodge began his exploration career on the original staking program for Commerce Resources Corp.’s Blue River Tantalum and Niobium project in 1999. Subsequently, he has worked on more than 25 exploration projects across North America. His most recent field work was Operations Manager for a quarry on Vancouver Island. Mr. Hodge’s marketing experience was developed through his extensive participation in global resource conferences and workshops during the past decade, and he has enjoyed considerable success raising corporate capital, including for a number of portfolio companies within Zimtu Capital Corp.
Colton Griffith
Director
Mr. Griffith is a skilled marketing and capital markets professional with several years of experience working with Zimtu Capital Corp. and various exploration companies, focusing on developing impactful marketing strategies for public companies. Prior to his work with Zimtu Capital, Colton served as a performance marketing specialist for a diverse range of clients, including major European soccer clubs, lawyers, real estate companies, and e-commerce businesses.
Eric Negraeff
Director
An accomplished entrepreneur with over 20 years of professional capital markets experience, Eric is V.P. of Corporate Development at Incite Capital Markets. He previously served at C.M. Oliver & Company and at PI Financial. As a successful proprietary trader, he created a profitable division designed to take advantage of unique arbitrage opportunities. He went on to manage a proprietary trading desk designing trading strategies for high net worth and institutional clientele. With over a decade specializing in raising capital for small to mid-size companies at PI Financial, he joined Incite Capital Markets working to develop fundraising, strategic planning, investor relations, and corporate communication services.
Nate Schmidt
Director
Mr. Schmidt has over 12 years of experience with exploration projects ranging from early to advanced stage programs. He has planned and managed multi-drill programs and ground geological programs for a variety of commodities located across Canada. Since 2016, Mr. Schmidt has been actively involved in lithium exploration in the James Bay district, gaining valuable experience and insights into the region’s resource potential, communities and regulatory climate. Mr. Schmidt has significant experience throughout his career producing geological models in Leapfrog Geo for projects at various stages, complexity, and commodity type. He has authored numerous technical and assessment reports for projects in several provinces. His commodity experience has been focused on lithium-cesium-tantalum (LCT type) pegmatites, porphyry Cu-Mo, carbonate replacement (Pb-Zn-Cu-Ag), carbonatite hosted rare earth elements and niobium/tantalum, cobalt, metallurgical coal and uranium, in both North America and Africa.
