Court Denies Mining Rights for Idaho-Maryland Mine; Company Plans Appeal Amidst Clean Water Act Lawsuit and Dilutive Financing

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Rise Gold Corp. reported critical legal setbacks for its Idaho-Maryland Mine, including a denied operating permit and a lost Clean Water Act lawsuit, while securing $10 million in dilutive financing to fund operations and litigation.

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• Mining Rights Denied for Idaho-Maryland Mine

  A California court denied the company's Writ of Mandamus to operate the Idaho-Maryland Mine without a permit. Rise Gold plans to appeal, noting a potential 'takings action' for over $400 million if the appeal fails.

• Subsidiary Loses Clean Water Act Lawsuit Summary Judgment

  Rise Grass Valley Inc., a subsidiary, lost a summary judgment motion in a Clean Water Act lawsuit. A trial on remaining issues is scheduled for July 12, 2027.

• Significant Dilutive Capital Raise

  The company completed private placements totaling $10 million (including $7 million in October 2025 and $3 million in May 2025), issuing 64.5 million new shares and warrants. Directors and officers participated in these placements.

• Improved Cash Position and Debt Repayment

  Cash and cash equivalents increased to $7.96 million (from $2.78 million), providing sufficient funds for the next 12 months. The company fully repaid the Eridanus and Myrmikan loans and canceled a credit facility.

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Rise Gold Corp. faces significant legal challenges that directly threaten its core business, the Idaho-Maryland Gold Mine. A California court denied the company's request to operate the mine without a permit, a decision the company plans to appeal. If the appeal fails, the company intends to pursue a 'takings action' against the county, estimating the mineral estate's value at over $400 million, a substantial figure compared to its current market capitalization. Additionally, a subsidiary lost a summary judgment in a Clean Water Act lawsuit, with a trial scheduled for July 2027. These legal setbacks create substantial uncertainty and risk for the company's future operations. While the company successfully raised $10 million through dilutive private placements, significantly boosting its cash reserves to $7.96 million and providing a 12-month operating runway, this capital is largely earmarked for ongoing litigation. The company also disclosed a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting due to insufficient personnel, adding to governance concerns.