Securing Canada’s Critical Metals Future
Why Critical Metals Matter
With 31 metals on Canada’s Critical Minerals List, including rare earth elements, gallium, antimony, copper, and zinc, the global demand for these materials is rapidly increasing. However, China currently controls the supply of many critical metals, creating an urgent need for alternative sources.
Our Competitive Advantage
1. AI-Powered Exploration
We are revolutionizing mineral discovery by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) exploration technology. Developed by leading Stanford PhDs in geology and geophysics, this technology enables us to:
- Process thousands of exploration scenarios in days rather than years.
- Increase exploration accuracy while significantly reducing costs.
- Target high-probability drill sites faster than traditional methods.
2. A Growing Portfolio of High-Potential Projects
Our 100% owned projects span critical metals, base metals, and precious metals across Canada. Notable projects include:
- NMX Critical Metals Project (Quebec) – A newly discovered gallium and rubidium deposit adjacent to Nemaska Lithium’s Whabouchi Project.
- Babine Copper-Gold Project (British Columbia) – A promising porphyry system with AI-identified alteration zones and high-grade surface sampling.
- Victory Antimony Project - A new antimony project in British Columbia with promising historical sampling results.
- Discovery Polymetallic Project (Quebec) – Rich in rare earths, zinc, and other strategic metals.
3. Strong Tailwinds & Government Support
With Western governments prioritizing critical metals security, Quantum Critical Metals is well-positioned to benefit from:
- Federal & provincial tax incentives for critical metal exploration.
- Funding opportunities from organizations like Natural Resources Canada, CMETC, and the U.S. Department of Defense.
4. A Business Model Built for Growth
Our approach is flexible, scalable, and investor-friendly, with a focus on:
- Exploration & development of high-value assets.
- Joint ventures & strategic partnerships to maximize project potential.
- Sustainable resource development that aligns with ESG principles.
Our Team
CEO & Director
Marcy Kiesman
Mrs. Marcy Kiesman has been the Chief Executive Officer and President of Durango Resources Inc. since April 2010. Mrs. Kiesman provides Durango Resources a significant competitive advantage combining accounting, finance, information management and strategic planning skills necessary to drive business performance in the changing global economy.
Director
Melanie MacKay P. Geo
Mrs. Melanie Mackay is a Canadian-born professional geoscientist with first nations heritage, specializing in all aspects of coal and metal projects in both junior and senior mining companies. Mrs. Mackay's expertise is in evaluation, modelling, feasibility and forecasting mine-specific projects. She obtained her BSF forest resources management degree in 1998 from the University of British Columbia (UBC), followed by a BSc (honours) geological sciences degree, also from UBC. Her affiliations include the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia, the ISO Canadian advisory committee and the Canadian Carbonization Research Association.
Mrs. Mackay is the president of the Western Canadian Coal Society, which is a non-profit organization directed by volunteers from mining, exploration and research organizations that provides a technical networking group for professionals. She was appointed by the Minister of Transportation, with approval from the governor in council, as a member of the board of directors of Ridley Terminals Inc. Ridley Terminals is a world-class terminal for bulk handling in Prince Rupert, B.C., supplying metallurgical and thermal coal and petroleum coke to the Asian markets from British Columbia and Alberta.
CFO & Director
Aimee Ward
Mrs. Aimee Ward has over 20 years of experience in the areas of finance, accounting and business administration. She had spent a large part of her career working for a mid-size publicly traded company as a senior leader working in many different aspects of the business including tax, treasury, budget and forecast preparation, business analysis and project management.
Strategic Advisor
Chad McMillan
Mr. McMillan is a dynamic senior executive with nearly twenty years of experience in and around the capital markets building, running, and helping finance public companies. He is well versed in executive management, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, corporate communications, community relations, and more, having served in roles such as President, CEO, Director, Vice President Corporate Communications, and Strategic Advisor for publicly listed companies. To date, he has led and assisted in several financing, merger, acquisition, and joint venture transactions, particularly in mining and resources, but also technology and entertainment. He is the founder of McMillan Strategies, Kaypieye Media Inc., and Wokaura Art & Innovations Inc., and has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Simon Fraser University.