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April 14th, 2025 | 06:50 CEST

Gold shines as a safe haven – Tocvan Ventures sets new standards with its Mexico project

  • Mining
  • Gold
  • Silver
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With a gold price above USD 3,100 per ounce, the precious metal remains a stable anchor in uncertain times. For investors seeking to profit disproportionately from this dynamic, exploration companies with promising projects are coming into focus. One of the most exciting players is Tocvan Ventures, which recently presented spectacular drilling results from its Gran Pilar project in Sonora, Mexico. The Company is strategically well-positioned to benefit from the increasing demand for gold and silver – and is now offering investors an attractive entry scenario.

time to read: 3 minutes | Author: Armin Schulz
ISIN: TOCVAN VENTURES C | CA88900N1050

Table of contents:


    A project with world-class potential

    The centerpiece of Tocvan Ventures is the Gran Pilar gold-silver project in mining-friendly Sonora. The region is known for its mineral diversity and established mining infrastructure. Recent drilling campaigns by the Company have delivered extraordinary results here. For example, the highest gold concentration outside the core area to date was discovered 300 m east of the Main Zone. Drill results with peak grades of 60.6 g/t gold and 209 g/t silver underscore the extraordinary potential of the area. This discovery emphasizes that the Company is just at the beginning of resource development.

    Strategic Milestones: From Exploration to Production

    Tocvan is pursuing a clear roadmap to advance the project rapidly. Following a successful CAD 3.15 million financing round in February, the Company is currently working on its first resource estimate, which is expected to lead to a preliminary economic assessment (PEA) later in 2025. At the same time, the approval application process for a pilot plant capable of processing up to 50,000 tons of ore is underway. This is based on promising tests. Metallurgical analyses have shown gold recoveries of up to 99% using gravity and agitated leaching methods. A budget and timeline for the plant's implementation are currently being prepared.

    Expansion and Consolidation: New Zones, New Opportunities

    Beyond the Main Zone, Tocvan is systematically expanding into adjacent areas. The latest high-grade discovery 300 m east of the Main Zone marks a new trend called North Hill that remains largely untested. The finds are close to surface, making the deposit particularly attractive as it allows for cost-effective trenching. In addition, the Company has gradually expanded the project to an area of over 22 square kilometers, which could increase the resource base in the long term. Every step taken on the site leads to new discoveries, further strengthening confidence in additional findings.

    Those interested should watch the interview by Lyndsay Malchuck with CEO Brodie Sutherland of Tocvan Ventures.

    Technological efficiency and locational advantages

    A key competitive advantage is the geological nature of the project. The combination of oxidized breccia and quartz-rich rock structures not only enables high metal contents but also simple processing methods. Tests showed that 80% of the gold and 94% of the silver can be extracted after just 24 hours of agitation leaching. In addition, Tocvan benefits from Sonora's established mining regulations: permitting processes are transparent, and proximity to existing mines reduces logistics costs.

    Why invest now?

    1. Historic drill results: With findings like 60.6 g/t gold over 1.6 m, Gran Pilar ranks among the world's leading gold projects.
    2. Near-term milestones: The upcoming resource estimate and the launch of the pilot plant represent clear catalysts for a rising share price.
    3. Scalability: The consolidated land package and unexplored trends such as North Hill offer long-term exploration potential.
    4. Market environment: Rising gold prices and geopolitical uncertainty increase the attractiveness of precious metal stocks.

    The Company is in a phase where exploration is turning into tangible value creation. With an experienced team and a clear focus on operational execution, Tocvan could soon make the leap from explorer to producer – and benefit from the current gold bull market in the process.


    At a time when gold is an essential portfolio hedge, Tocvan Ventures offers a rare combination: A high-grade project in an established mining region that is on the verge of transitioning to production. Recent discoveries highlight the untapped potential of the property, while metallurgical successes underscore the project's feasibility. For investors betting on rising precious metal prices and company-specific milestones, Tocvan is a promising opportunity – and it comes at just the right time.


    Conflict of interest

    Pursuant to §85 of the German Securities Trading Act (WpHG), we point out that Apaton Finance GmbH as well as partners, authors or employees of Apaton Finance GmbH (hereinafter referred to as "Relevant Persons") may hold shares or other financial instruments of the aforementioned companies in the future or may bet on rising or falling prices and thus a conflict of interest may arise in the future. The Relevant Persons reserve the right to buy or sell shares or other financial instruments of the Company at any time (hereinafter each a "Transaction"). Transactions may, under certain circumstances, influence the respective price of the shares or other financial instruments of the Company.

    In addition, Apaton Finance GmbH is active in the context of the preparation and publication of the reporting in paid contractual relationships.

    For this reason, there is a concrete conflict of interest.

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    Der Autor

    Armin Schulz

    Born in Mönchengladbach, he studied business administration in the Netherlands. In the course of his studies he came into contact with the stock exchange for the first time. He has more than 25 years of experience in stock market business.

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