Financial markets are headed for a catastrophic collapse. The Japanese debt situation imploded earlier this year. British and German bond structures are teetering on the edge of failure. The American market appears next in line. By every metric, U.S. equities remain grossly inflated. Disaster looms just ahead. The sole refuge will be tangible assets you can physically hold — the kind that cause pain when dropped on your toes. When financial systems collapse, the impact will reverberate across the galaxy.
If you maintain sufficient patience in mining investments, extraordinary prospects eventually surface. Several months back, a trusted colleague approached me with an investment narrative so remarkable it strained credibility. That opportunity was Trident Resources Corp. (ROCK:TSXV; TRDTF:OTCMKTS), and here's their remarkable backstory that remains largely unknown.
Trident emerged from a blend of fortunate timing and the inevitable march of time. Industry veteran Ron Netolitzky recognized exceptional potential in Saskatchewan. He established and participated in a trio of gold ventures awaiting ideal market conditions. However, advancing years — unlike yours or mine — limited his ability to personally explore rugged terrain with geological tools. Consequently, he orchestrated a three-way merger of his premier junior operations.
The unified entity became Trident. Trading commenced April 17, 2025, meaning while its components have existed previously, Trident represents an entirely fresh enterprise focused on the underdeveloped La Ronge Gold belt in Saskatchewan.
The company's primary asset is the Contact Lake Gold Project, wholly owned by Trident. Previously operated by Cameco Corp. (CCO:TSX; CCJ:NYSE) until plummeting gold prices (US$300/oz) in 1998 forced operations to cease after contemporary equivalent investments of CA$125 million produced 190,000 ounces of premium-grade gold averaging 6.16 g/t Au. The property subsequently remained dormant and unexplored for nearly three decades.
Their secondary gold holding, Greywacke Lake prospect, complements Contact Lake. Combined, these properties contain historical resources totaling 1.2 million gold ounces according to company figures.
Additionally, CEO Jon Wiesblatt highlights the Knife Lake copper deposit, containing historical copper equivalent resources exceeding two hundred million pounds.
Earlier I mentioned Trident's investment proposition seemed nearly implausible. Consider these figures: slightly over 30 million outstanding shares. Last Friday's closing price yields a market capitalization of CA$23 million. Cash reserves stand at around CA$11 million. Their reported historical gold resources exceed 1.2 million ounces between Contact Lake and Greywacke Lake.
Resource Stock Digest featured an interview with CEO Jon Wiesblatt three weeks ago when Trident announced commencement of a 5,000 meter Phase One drilling initiative at Contact Lake. The interview merits viewing.
At the current enterprise value of CA$12 million, investors can acquire high-grade underground gold at CA$10 per ounce, approximately US$7. For those unmoved by gold but enthusiastic about copper, the same enterprise valuation against historical copper equivalent resources exceeding two hundred million pounds translates to underground copper at merely CA$0.06 per pound.
Despite being essentially newborn, the company continues expanding. Last week Trident announced acquisition of additional 16,245 hectares adjacent to existing La Ronge Gold Belt holdings, purchased from a director at the exceptionally favorable price of just CA$14,370 plus minimal 2% NSR.
Trident advertises on 321gold. I invested in their most recent private placement and have purchased additional shares through market transactions. I acknowledge my bias. When conducting personal research, please review their comprehensive corporate presentation.
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