Tocvan intersects three gold-silver zones at Gran Pilar project; updates pilot mine development

EXPANDS SURFACE EXPLORATION PROGRAM HERMOSILLO, MX / ACCESS Newswire / May 28, 2026 / Tocvan Ventures Corp. (the "Company" or "Tocvan") (CSE:TOC)(OTCQB:TCVNF)(WKN:TV3/A2PE64) is pleased to announce positive drill results from its ongoing 20,000-meter exploration program at the 100%-controlled Gran Pilar Gold-Silver Project in Sonora, Mexico. Three new mineralized zones have been identified in step-out exploration drilling, significantly expanding the known footprint of the system beyond the Main Zone. To date, Tocvan has completed over 6,200 meters of the fully funded 20,000-meter program.

Results from 19 additional drill holes totaling more than 3,800 meters are pending and will be released as they become available. The program is focused on resource expansion, new zone discovery, and definition of high-grade feeder structures on 100% owned ground. Pilot Program Update Tocvan continues to advance its pilot mine development at Gran Pilar.

The Company has finalized procurement of the pilot plant equipment and is on track for commissioning in 2026. Significant on-site infrastructure progress includes the installation of the field office, perimeter fencing, preparation of clays for the heap leach pad, and ongoing stockpiling of 100% owned material. Site preparation, including road upgrades and water management infrastructure, is complete.

Bulk sampling and metallurgical test work continue. The pilot program is designed to process up to 50,000 tonnes of material and generate critical data for future permitting and feasibility studies. Completed Tasks Long-term Community Agreement 10-year Pilot Facility Permit Water monitoring wells Condemnation holes Soil mechanics Land clearing, office and storage Perimeter fence (ongoing) Initial trenching and stockpiling (ongoing) Deposit for processing facility Clay-bed for heap leach pad Upcoming Tasks On