Prairie Provident Secures Significant Financing for Growth

Prairie Provident Secures Important Financing Milestone

CALGARY, Alberta — Prairie Provident Resources Inc. (TSX:PPR) is excited to announce the successful closing of the second and final tranche of its equity financing, raising an impressive $3.87 million. This closing follows the first tranche, where the company secured $4.8 million, bringing the total gross proceeds to an outstanding $8.67 million, which is a significant boost to its capital and operational endeavors.

Details of the Financing and Offerings

The latest tranche comprised the issuance of 86,267,672 units ("Units") at $0.0425 each, collectively generating $3,666,376 under the 'listed issuer financing exemption' (LIFE). Each Unit consists of a common share and a warrant, where each warrant allows for the purchase of an additional common share at $0.05 until March 5, 2028. Additionally, investors could acquire 117,647,059 common shares at the same price, resulting in $5,000,000 through a private placement.

Investment Goals

Prairie Provident intends to utilize the net proceeds from these offerings strategically. The primary goal is to drill two more Basal Quartz horizontal wells within the first quarter of the year, ensuring operational expansion and bolstering the company's footprint in this promising sector. The funds will also support working capital and other corporate expenses related to the offerings.

Compensation to Agents

As part of the successful financing, Prairie Provident compensated its lead agent, Research Capital Corporation, along with a syndicate of agents, with cash totaling $180,247. Moreover, 2,508,704 non-transferable broker warrants were issued, allowing agents to acquire more Units at the same price until March 5, 2028.

Insider Participation and Market Stability

Notably, the company's principal shareholder, along with several directors and officers, participated significantly in the offerings, totaling an altogether robust investment of $7.32 million. This included a complete acquisition of the Private Placement, underpinning the confidence internal stakeholders have in Prairie Provident’s growth strategy.

Operational Update on Basal Quartz

Prairie Provident is pleased to report that drilling operations have kicked off at the Basal Quartz horizontal well 100/14-32-29-18W4M, which saw rig release on March 3. The rig has since moved on to drill another promising site, thus enhancing the company’s operational timeline and productivity.

Looking Ahead

Utilizing the proceeds from these offerings will position Prairie Provident to expand its production capabilities and explore new opportunities within the oil and natural gas sector in Alberta. As the company focuses on its upcoming drilling activities, stakeholders can remain assured of a proactive approach to growth and resource development.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prairie Provident's recent financial achievement?

The company successfully closed a second tranche of its equity financing, raising $3.87 million, increasing total gross proceeds to $8.67 million.

What are the intended uses of the financing?

The net proceeds will be used to drill two additional Basal Quartz horizontal wells and for working capital and corporate purposes.

How were the offerings structured?

The offerings included units priced at $0.0425 each, comprising common shares and warrants, along with a private placement that raised $5 million.

Who were the key participants in the financing?

The company's principal shareholder and several directors and officers collectively invested $7.32 million in the offerings.

What is the current status of Prairie Provident's drilling operations?

Drilling is ongoing at the Basal Quartz horizontal wells, with operations started and projected completions within the next few weeks.

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