LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) has announced the appointments of Marc Ducharme as Vice President of Exploration and Mike Petrina as Vice President of Mining Operations, bolstering its technical and operational leadership as it advances the Swanson Gold Project and prepares for a near-term restart at its Beacon Gold Mill in Québec's Abitibi Gold Belt.
Ducharme brings extensive experience in discovery and development, having previously led exploration at Probe Gold before its $770 million acquisition by Fresnillo. Petrina's background includes advancing the Novador project, positioning him to enhance the company's mine-to-mill strategy. These appointments are expected to accelerate exploration and transition toward gold production.
The Swanson Gold Project spans approximately 19,214 hectares (192 km²) and includes several gold and critical metals prospects previously held by Monarch Mining, Abcourt Mines, and Globex Mining. LaFleur has consolidated a large land package along a major structural break hosting the Swanson, Bartec, and Jolin gold deposits. The project is easily accessible by road, allowing direct access to several nearby gold mills, enhancing its development potential.
LaFleur's recently refurbished Beacon Gold Mill is capable of processing over 750 tonnes per day and is being considered for processing mineralized material from Swanson and for custom milling operations for other nearby gold projects. The company recently released positive Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) results for the Swanson Gold Project and the planned restart of the Beacon Gold Mill, as detailed in a press release dated March 3, 2026.
The appointments signal LaFleur's commitment to advancing its assets in the Abitibi Gold Belt, a prolific mining region near Val-d'Or, Québec. The company's mission is to develop district-scale gold projects with a focus on delivering long-term value. For more information, visit the full press release at https://ibn.fm/SvQAs.
This leadership strengthening comes at a critical time as LaFleur aims to transition from exploration to production. The addition of experienced executives like Ducharme and Petrina is expected to enhance operational efficiency and project execution. Investors can find the latest news and updates on the company at http://ibn.fm/LFLRF.
LaFleur Minerals is focused on the development of district-scale gold projects in the Abitibi Gold Belt. The company's Swanson Gold Project and Beacon Gold Mill have significant potential to deliver long-term value. The Beacon Mill, with its capacity to process over 750 tonnes per day, is a key asset in the company's strategy to become a near-term gold producer.
