Showcase Minerals names new CEO and CFO

Kelowna, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 15, 2026) - Showcase Minerals Inc. (CSE: SHOW) (FSE: ZJ0) ("Showcase" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Dylan Hunko as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Hunko succeeds Rene Bernard, who will continue to serve as a key member of the Company's Board of Directors, ensuring continuity at the governance level. The Company further announces the immediate resignation of Bruno Fruscalzo and the appointment of Malcolm Davidson, CPA, CA, as Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary, strengthening its financial leadership and capital markets expertise.

Mr. Hunko is a co-founder of HEG & Associates Exploration Services Inc. and holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of British Columbia Okanagan. He brings extensive exploration experience across western Canada, with a strong focus on disciplined execution, safety, community engagement, and collaboration with First Nations. His track record reflects high standards in data management, operational safety, and professional integrity.

Most recently, Mr. Hunko served as Chief Operating Officer at Enduro Metals Corp. (TSXV: ENDR), where he played a key role in executive management and successfully led the safe and efficient advancement of the Company's flagship property in British Columbia's Golden Triangle-one of the world's most prospective mining districts. Dylan Hunko, Chief Executive Officer, stated, "I'm excited to be joining the team as CEO. This Company has a strong foundation, and I look forward to working with the team to advance our projects and create long-term value.

My focus will be on responsible, safe, and efficient exploration, while building positive relationships with communities and stakeholders. I'm confident in the opportunities ahead and committed to helping the Company achieve its full potential." Mr. Davidson is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Professional Accountant with more than 25 years of experience across the mining sector, including operating, financing, and developing TSX- and NYSE-listed companies. He holds an accounting degree from the British Columbia Institute of Technology and an ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors through the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto.

He brings over two decades of experience as a Chief Financial Officer and compliance officer for multiple public and private mining and technology companies, with deep expertise in financial strategy, governance, and regulatory compliance. Mr. Hunko added, " We are thrilled to welcome Malcolm to the team. Malcolm brings extensive experience in corporate finance and the mining sector, and his leadership will be instrumental as we strengthen our financial position, advance our projects, and deliver long-term shareholder value." All four current directors of the company will remain on the board and will continue to actively support the organization through both management and corporate functions.

Their ongoing involvement ensures continuity in leadership, strategic oversight, and operational guidance as the company moves forward with its transition. About Showcase Minerals Inc. Showcase is an exploration company focused on acquiring, exploring, and developing mineral projects. The Company holds an option to earn a 100% interest in seven claims (1,535.1 ha) comprising the Premier East and Grassy Gold Projects, located north of Stewart, BC, near the Premier Gold Mine in the Golden Triangle.

Showcase also has an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Comstock silver property near Silverton, BC, covering three claims (2,060.8 ha) and the historic Comstock mine. This is subject to a 3% NSR and can be earned through $300,000 in cash payments over two years and $100,000 in shares issued on each of the first two anniversaries. For further information please contact: Dylan Hunko Showcase Minerals Inc. Telephone: (250) 864 - 4101 Neither the CSE nor its Market Regulator (as that term is defined in CSE policies) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

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