Wood to lead engineering on new Canadian gold project

Highlights 

* Wood Canada Ltd. appointed as lead engineering consultant, responsible for process plant design, infrastructure, capital and operating cost estimation, and overall PFS integration.

* SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc. to lead the Geoscience scope, including open-pit mine design and optimization, hydrogeology, hydrology, geochemistry, and geotechnical studies.

* WSP Canada Inc. to lead the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) engineering scope, covering embankment design, water management systems, and related infrastructure.

*The PFS remains on schedule for completion in late 2026 or early 2027, advancing the Valley Project toward Feasibility Study and permitting.

Snowline Gold Corp. is pleased to announce that it has awarded major engineering contracts for the Pre-Feasibility Study (“PFS”) of its flagship Valley Gold Project, located in the Selwyn Basin, Yukon. The PFS will define the engineering, design, and economic framework to advance the project toward Feasibility Study and development readiness.

Wood – Lead Engineering 

Wood will serve as the lead engineering company for the Valley PFS. Its mandate includes process plant and site infrastructure design, integration of logistics and power systems, and preparation of capital and operating cost estimates. Wood brings extensive experience in delivering complex mining and infrastructure projects in remote northern climates, with strong expertise in cold-weather construction, permafrost engineering, and logistics planning. The company will also oversee the coordination of all study deliverables and maintain schedule and cost alignment across disciplines.

Executive Commentary 

Scott Berdahl, CEO of Snowline Gold, commented: 
“The appointment of Wood, SRK, and WSP marks an important milestone for Snowline as we advance the Valley Project toward development. Together, these firms bring complementary strengths in engineering, geoscience, and environmental design. With this team in place, we are confident in delivering a robust and technically sound Pre-Feasibility Study that reflects the unique opportunities and challenges of operating in Yukon’s north.”  

John Day, President of Projects Western Hemisphere at Wood, commented: “The Eastern Tombstone Gold Belt represents one of Canada’s most promising opportunities to unlock critical minerals and strengthen the nation’s resource supply chain. With a track record of delivering more gold projects in Canada over the last decade than any other firm, and expertise in cold-climate engineering, we are proud to position Snowline Gold Corp. for success on this transformative project.”

About Snowline Gold Corp. 

Snowline Gold Corp. is a Canadian mineral exploration and development company focused on advancing its 100%-owned Valley Gold Project in Yukon’s Selwyn Basin. The Company controls a large and prospective land package across the region and is dedicated to developing a responsible, high-value mining project through a disciplined, technically driven approach.