VANCOUVER, British Columbia – West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd., a mineral exploration company trading under the symbols TSXV: WRLG and OTCQB: WRLGF, has announced its inclusion in the VanEck Junior Gold Miners (GDXJ) exchange-traded fund. This addition became effective at the close of markets on March 20, 2026, following the ETF's quarterly rebalance.
Significance of the GDXJ ETF Inclusion
The GDXJ ETF is designed to track an index comprising small- and mid-cap companies primarily engaged in precious metals mining. By being part of this fund, West Red Lake Gold gains indirect exposure for retail investors seeking opportunities in the gold sector through junior and mid-tier mining equities.
CEO's Statement on the Development
Shane Williams, President and Chief Executive Officer of West Red Lake Gold, expressed enthusiasm about the inclusion. He stated, "We are pleased to be included in the widely followed GDXJ index, which we believe will further elevate our market visibility and trading liquidity profile while broadening access to investors seeking exposure to the gold sector."
About West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd.
The company is publicly traded and focuses on advancing its flagship Madsen Gold Mine, along with a 47 km² land package in Ontario's Red Lake district. This region is renowned for its high productivity, having yielded over 30 million ounces of gold from high-grade zones and hosting some of the world's richest gold deposits.
In addition to the Madsen project, West Red Lake Gold holds the wholly owned Rowan Property in Red Lake. This expansive property covers 31 km² and includes three past-producing gold mines:
- Rowan
- Mount Jamie
- Red Summit
Forward-Looking Information and Cautionary Statements
This news release contains forward-looking information based on current management expectations. Such statements are identified by words like "anticipate," "expect," "estimate," "forecast," and "planned," and relate to potential outcomes from the GDXJ ETF inclusion and the company's future plans. Readers are advised not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements due to inherent risks and uncertainties.
For further information, contact Shane Williams at Tel: (604) 569-5559 or via email at investors@wrlgold.com. Additional details are available on the company's website.
