Cartier Resources Inc. Expands U.S. Market Presence with OTCQB Listing

Cartier Resources Inc. (TSX: ECR) has announced that its common shares are now available for trading on the OTCQB Venture Market in the United States under the ticker ECRFF. The move, confirmed by GlobeNewswire on April 30 2026, represents a strategic effort to broaden the company’s visibility and liquidity among American investors while maintaining its primary listing on the TSX Venture Exchange.

Strategic Rationale for the OTCQB Listing

In a statement, President and Chief Executive Officer Philippe Cloutier highlighted the benefits of the U.S. listing:

“The registration of Cartier on the OTCQB marks a pivotal step in our growth strategy. By listing in the United States, we enhance visibility for U.S. investors, improve trade liquidity, and broaden our access to American capital markets. We believe this will foster increased investor engagement as we advance our projects and achieve long‑term growth objectives.”

The OTCQB platform, operated by OTC Markets Group Inc., provides an electronic trading system that facilitates broker‑dealer transactions and offers multiple media channels to increase the visibility of listed companies. Cartier’s U.S. share price is now accessible in real time at OTC Markets .

Maintaining Dual Listing

Cartier’s shares will continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol ECR. This dual‑listing approach allows the company to tap into both Canadian and U.S. investor bases while leveraging the regulatory frameworks of each market.

Project Highlights: The Cadillac Mine

The company’s flagship asset, the Cadillac Mine, spans 14,000 hectares along a 15‑kilometre fault line and is one of the largest consolidated gold‑bearing properties in the Val‑D’Or mining camp. Key details include:

  • Measured & Indicated Gold Resources: 767,800 ounces (10 million tonnes at 2.4 g/t Au).
  • Probable Gold Resources: 2,416,900 ounces (35 million tonnes at 2.1 g/t Au).
  • Integrated Projects: The property consolidates the historic Mine Chimo and East Cadillac projects, positioning Cartier as a dominant player in a world‑class gold camp.

The Cadillac site benefits from excellent road access, year‑round infrastructure, and proximity to processing facilities, enabling rapid value creation and accelerated project development.

Financial Snapshot

  • Market Capitalization: CAD 111 490 000.
  • Close Price (2026‑04‑28): CAD 0.245.
  • 52‑Week Range: CAD 0.10 (low) – CAD 0.33 (high).
  • Price‑to‑Earnings Ratio: –24.34, reflecting the company’s exploration‑stage valuation and absence of earnings.

The company’s focus remains on expanding its portfolio of mining projects from exploration to resource definition, development, and eventual production.

Looking Forward

Cartier Resources Inc. is slated to present its progress at the Deutsche Goldmesse Spring 2026 in Frankfurt, Germany, as announced on April 27 2026. This appearance will provide a platform to showcase the company’s exploration successes, particularly the Cadillac project, and to engage with the global gold industry community.

By securing a presence on both Canadian and U.S. exchanges, Cartier is positioning itself to attract broader investment, accelerate project development, and ultimately deliver sustained value to its shareholders.