By Penny Langford
TIMMINS, ONTARIO : Metals Creek Resources (TSX.V: MEK) has announced significant high-grade drill results from its ongoing exploration program at the Ogden Gold Project. The standout result comes from hole TOG-26-75, which intercepted a high-grade gold zone returning 40.61 grams per tonne (g/t) gold over a width of 2.60 meters.
The intercept, located within the Thomas Ogden (TOG) fold structure, includes a particularly high-grade interval of 152 g/t gold over 0.60 meters. This discovery marks a pivotal moment for the 2026 exploration season, confirming the down-plunge continuity of mineralization in one of the most prolific gold camps in the world.
Metals Creek Ogden Project Results: Breaking Down Hole TOG-26-75
The 2026 drill program at Ogden was designed to test the extensions of known high-grade mineralization and to better define the structural controls within the TOG fold. Hole TOG-26-75 was positioned to follow up on previous visual indicators of gold that had been observed in earlier phases of the program.
The successful intercept occurred at a downhole depth of approximately 326 meters. Geologically, the mineralization is hosted within a strongly altered and mineralized zone characterized by intense silicification and carbonate alteration, typical of the Porcupine-Destor Fault Zone (PDFZ) systems.
"This result validates our structural model for the TOG zone," said a company spokesperson in a recent briefing. "Hitting 40.6 g/t over more than two meters provides the grade and width necessary to demonstrate the potential for a significant high-grade deposit in the heart of Timmins."
High-Grade Gold Timmins: The Strategic Importance of the TOG Structure
The Ogden Gold Project is situated on the Porcupine-Destor Fault Zone, a massive structural feature responsible for much of the 70 million ounces of gold produced in the Timmins camp over the last century. The property is a 50/50 joint venture between Metals Creek and Newmont, with Metals Creek serving as the operator.
The TOG fold structure has long been a primary target for the company. Historically, the area hosted the Naybob Mine, which saw sporadic production in the mid-20th century. Metals Creek's modern systematic approach has focused on identifying "blind" targets: mineralization that does not outcrop at the surface: using advanced structural mapping and deep-penetration drilling.
The discovery of 152 g/t gold within the broader 2.60-meter intercept suggests that the TOG structure may host discrete "high-grade shoots." These shoots are common in the Timmins camp, where gold is often concentrated in fold hinges or at the intersection of secondary fault splays.
2026 Drill Program: Results Summary Table
The following table outlines the key data points from the most recent results released by Metals Creek Resources:
| Hole ID | From (m) | To (m) | Interval (m) | Gold (g/t) | Target Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOG-26-75 | 325.40 | 328.00 | 2.60 | 40.61 | TOG Fold |
| including | 326.10 | 326.70 | 0.60 | 152.00 | High-Grade Shoot |
| TOG-26-74 | 215.00 | 219.50 | 4.50 | 3.25 | Extension |
| TOG-26-76 | 412.00 | 414.20 | 2.20 | 5.80 | Footwall Zone |
Note: Intervals are downhole lengths. True widths are estimated to be 70-80% of reported intervals.
MEK Stock News: Market Reaction and Investor Outlook
As of late June 2026, Metals Creek (TSX.V: MEK) has seen increased trading volume as investors digest these latest high-grade hits. The project's proximity to existing infrastructure in Timmins: including several active mills and mines: significantly lowers the barrier to potential future development.
The broader market for gold exploration remains robust in 2026. As highlighted in our recent Top 50 Mining Companies 2026 report, major producers like Newmont (MEK’s partner at Ogden) are increasingly looking toward high-grade brownfield projects in Tier-1 jurisdictions like Ontario to replenish their reserves.
Ontario Gold Exploration 2026: Regional Context
The Abitibi Greenstone Belt continues to be a magnet for exploration capital. In the first half of 2026, we have seen a resurgence in drilling activity across the Timmins-Kirkland Lake corridor. This activity is driven by both the high gold price and technological advancements in geophysical targeting.
The Ogden Project benefits from its strategic location, surrounded by some of Canada’s most legendary mines, including the Dome, Hollinger, and McIntyre. Metals Creek's success at the TOG structure highlights that even in a camp as mature as Timmins, significant new discoveries remain to be found through modern exploration techniques.
For operators and investors, the key risks at Ogden involve the structural complexity of the fold systems. However, the high-grade nature of the recent intercepts provides a significant buffer for economic modeling.
Next Steps for Metals Creek Resources
Following the results of TOG-26-75, Metals Creek is expected to adjust its remaining 2026 drill plan to prioritize the down-plunge extension of this high-grade shoot. Additional drilling will likely focus on:
- In-fill drilling: Confirming the continuity between hole 75 and previous high-grade intercepts.
- Step-out drilling: Testing the structure at greater depths to determine if the system remains open below 500 meters.
- Regional prospecting: Evaluating secondary targets on the Ogden property that share similar structural signatures to the TOG fold.
As the company receives more assays from holes TOG-26-76 through TOG-26-80, the full potential of this summer's campaign will become clearer.
"We are just beginning to understand the true scale of the high-grade core within the TOG zone," added the company spokesperson. "With Newmont as a partner and the project located in the heart of the world's premier gold camp, we are well-positioned for the remainder of 2026."
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Metals Creek Resources (TSX.V: MEK) Hits 40.6 g/t Gold at Ogden! ?
Big news out of the Timmins camp today as MEK reports a high-grade intercept of 40.61 g/t Au over 2.60m (including 152 g/t over 0.6m) in hole TOG-26-75. The discovery at the TOG fold structure confirms the high-grade potential of this project, situated right on the Porcupine-Destor Fault.
With Newmont as a JV partner, Metals Creek is proving that there's still plenty of gold to be found in Canada's most historic camp.
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