LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) forecasts 2026 as its most substantial year to date, anchored by the planned restart of gold production at its wholly owned Beacon Gold Mill. The company's strategy focuses on near-term production through a vertically integrated approach that combines exploration of its properties with milling services for other active miners in the region.
The company is advancing its district-scale Swanson Gold Project in Québec's prolific Abitibi Gold Belt while preparing to reactivate the Beacon Gold Mill. This facility is a fully permitted and refurbished 750-ton capacity mill, described in company materials as a de-risked asset ready for operation. LaFleur intends to source material from its Swanson property for processing at the mill, while also offering milling capacity to surrounding productive miners, a combination that distinguishes it from many junior mining companies.
Gold's market performance provides a favorable backdrop for these plans, with prices having risen above $4,000 per ounce this year amid increasing demand. This economic environment positions LaFleur to capitalize on the commodity's strength as it moves toward production.
The company aims to commence operations at its flagship project in early 2026, with the completion of a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) targeted for the same period. This assessment will provide a detailed analysis of the project's economic viability and technical parameters. The strategic location within the Abitibi Gold Belt, one of the world's most productive gold regions, adds geological credibility to the venture.
For investors seeking information, the company maintains a newsroom at https://ibn.fm/LFLRF where updates are available. All scientific and technical information in the company's communications is reviewed and approved by Louis Martin, P.Geo. (OGQ), the Exploration Manager and Qualified Person for the project.
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LaFleur's dual approach of developing its own resources while providing milling services to others creates multiple revenue streams and reduces dependency on a single project. This operational model could offer resilience in volatile commodity markets while leveraging existing infrastructure. The planned 2026 timeline coincides with continued strong gold market fundamentals, suggesting potentially favorable economics for the restarted operations.
