Kodiak Copper Corp Grants Stock Options to Employees and Consultants
Kodiak Copper Corp. (TSXV: KDK, OTCQX: KDKCF, FSE: 5DD1) announced the annual grant of stock options on 17 March 2026. The options were issued under the company’s shareholder‑approved stock‑option plan and are subject to the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange and applicable regulatory hold‑periods.
Terms of the Grant
| Recipient Group | Number of Options | Exercise Price | Vesting Schedule | Grant Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Officers, employees, directors, advisors and consultants | 2,044,000 | C$0.92 per share | 1/3 vested immediately, 1/3 each year thereafter (over five years) | 5 years from grant date |
| Selected consultant | 25,000 | C$0.92 per share | 25% vesting each month over 12 months | 1 year |
The grant was approved by the board of directors and executed on behalf of the company by President & CEO Claudia Tornquist. Further information may be obtained from Nancy Curry, Vice‑President, Corporate Development (ncurry@kodiakcoppercorp.com , +1 (604) 646‑8362).
Company Background
Kodiak Copper Corp. is a mining services provider that extracts copper and gold. The company operates from its Vancouver headquarters and serves Canadian and U.S. customers. Its most advanced asset is the 100 % owned MPD copper‑gold porphyry project in the Quesnel Terrane of south‑central British Columbia. The 2025 Mineral Resource Estimate identifies seven substantial deposits and indicates significant potential for further exploration and development. Kodiak’s founder and chairman is Chris Taylor, known for gold discoveries with Great Bear Resources, and the company is part of the Discovery Group led by mining entrepreneur John Robins.
Market Context
- Stock Exchange: TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV)
- Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD)
- Market Capitalisation: CAD 86,898,736
- Recent Share Price (16 March 2026): CAD 0.91
- 52‑Week Range: CAD 0.38 – CAD 1.28 (high on 21 January 2026)
The option grant aligns with Kodiak’s strategy to retain and incentivise key personnel as the company advances its exploration and development activities at the MPD project.
