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QIMC's U.S. SPV, Orvian, Awarded Two RGRAs from the State of Minnesota to Advance Next-Generation Natural Hydrogen Exploration and Development in the State

Montreal, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - November 26, 2025) - Québec Innovative Materials Corp. (CSE: QIMC) (OTCQB: QIMCF) (FSE: 7FJ) ("QIMC" or the "Company") is proud to announce that the State of Minnesota has awarded two RGRAs to Orvian Resources I LLC ("Orvian") -its U.S. Special Purpose Vehicle-together with strategic partner Black Tree Energy Group. Situated in the prolific Mesabi Iron Range, these RGRA allocations will accelerate the exploration and development of natural hydrogen using...

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QIMC's U.S. SPV, Orvian, Awarded Two RGRAs from the State of Minnesota to Advance Next-Generation Natural Hydrogen Exploration and Development in the State

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