Market Opens

Peter Kukielski, President and Chief Executive Officer, Hudbay Minerals, and Eugene Lei, Chief Financial Officer, Hudbay Minerals (“Hudbay” or the “Company”) (TSX: HBM), and their team, joined Robert Peterman, Chief Commercial Officer, Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), to open the market to celebrate the Company’s 20th listing anniversary on Toronto Stock Exchange. Hudbay (TSX: HBM) (NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused critical minerals company with three long-life mining operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States. Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations. “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.”

Kayden Hudda, Founder & Chairman, Diversity in Finance Network (“DIFN” or the “Network”), Argho Nandi, Board Member, Diversity in Finance Network, Tanisa Bakht, Board Member, Diversity in Finance Network, students and industry professionals, joined Rizwan Awan, President of Equity Trading for Market Opens and Closes, TMX Group, to close the market to celebrate the 4th Annual Diversity in Finance Conference (DIFC) and the Network’s recent establishment as a non-profit organization. For the third consecutive year, CIBC Capital Markets has hosted the Diversity in Finance Conference at CIBC Square and continues to support the Network’s vision towards high quality education and talent development. Founded in 2020, the Diversity in Finance Conference uniquely brings together over 200 professionals and students across Canada to celebrate diversity within the Capital Markets industry and support students in their career aspirations. With the help of a number of firms and professionals, this conference has been able to impact over 300 students in such a short time. CIBC Capital Markets is a founding and title sponsor for this phenomenal event and champions diversity alongside students and several other financial institutions. The conference brings together students from all backgrounds, with the goal to create better access to opportunities in the field.

Manon Morency, Director, Desjardins Securities Montreal Branch and Louis D'Anjou, Director, Business Development, Desjardins Online Brokerage, along with many members of management and wealth management teams joined Luc Fortin, President and Chief Executive Officer, Montreal Exchange and Global Head of Trading, TMX Group, to open the market to recognize the Desjardins Securities & The Montreal Canadiens Children's Foundation. Since 2002, Desjardins Securities have been partnering with the Montreal Canadiens Children’s Foundation by organizing various events. To date they have raised more than $10 million for this foundation, which helps and supports children in need. The Montreal Canadiens Children's Foundation encourages underprivileged children between the ages of 4 and 17 to be physically active and make healthy lifestyle choices. This has an extremely positive impact on the overall health of youth as it improves; classroom behaviour, self-control, cognitive skills, social skills, levels of relaxation and focus (to help with learning), and their sense of belonging at school.

Ronald J. Goguen, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Gold Resources Ltd. (“Canadian Gold Resources” or the “Company”) (TSXV: CAN) and his team, joined Robert Peterman, Chief Commercial Officer, Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), to close the market to celebrate the Company’s new listing on TSX Venture Exchange. Canadian Gold Resources Ltd. is a Canadian exploration company focused on developing high-grade gold projects in the Gaspé Gold Belt of Quebec. The Company targets under-explored, past-producing properties with significant growth potential, leveraging modern exploration techniques to unlock value. A bulk sample extraction planned for 2025 provides a clear path to near-term cash flow and early dividends—rare for junior gold explorers. With a team of experienced professionals and a commitment to sustainability and community engagement, Canadian Gold Resources is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities within this historic and promising gold region.