Mr. Tony Reda reports

TECTONIC METALS STRENGTHENS TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP TEAM WITH APPOINTMENT OF VICE PRESIDENT, EXPLORATION

Tectonic Metals Inc. has appointed Maggie Layman as vice-president, exploration, and Peter Kleespies has transitioned to chief geological officer, effective May 11, 2026.

Tony Reda, co-founder, president and chief executive officer of Tectonic Metals, commented:

"Maggie is a highly respected exploration geologist with over 20 years of experience advancing projects from discovery through to feasibility. Her appointment strengthens our technical leadership team as we continue to grow our exploration programs. We are also pleased to see Peter transition into the role of chief geological officer, where he will continue to provide technical leadership and support the advancement of our exploration strategy."

Appointment of Ms. Layman -- vice-president, exploration

Ms. Layman is a registered professional geoscientist (PGeo) with over 20 years of experience in mineral exploration and advanced-stage project development across North America.

Prior to joining Tectonic, she served as manager, exploration, for Canada and the United States at Teck Resources Ltd., where she led greenfields and brownfields exploration programs across a diverse portfolio of projects. She previously held the role of vice-president, exploration, at Osisko Development Corp., where she led the Cariboo gold project from exploration through to feasibility, overseeing more than 700,000 metres of drilling while maintaining a strong safety record. Her contributions earned her the AME Spud Huestis Award (2022) and the Young Mining Professionals Eira Thomas Award (2021). Earlier in her career, she held technical and leadership roles at both major and junior companies, including Vale-Inco and Independence Gold Corp. She currently serves as a member of the AME board of directors.

Ms. Layman commented: "I am pleased to join Tectonic at an exciting stage in the company's growth. The Flat gold project represents a compelling gold exploration opportunity, and I look forward to working with the team to advance the project, and build on the company's strong technical foundation and commitment to health, safety, environment and communities."

Transition of Mr. Kleespies -- chief geological officer

Tectonic is also pleased to announce that Mr. Kleespies will transition to the role of chief geological officer. Mr. Kleespies has played an instrumental role in the company's technical success and the advancement of the Flat gold project into one of the most exciting emerging gold systems in North America. In his new role, he will continue to lead the company's geological strategy and technical direction for the company.

Stock option grant

The company also announces that it has granted a total of 420,000 incentive stock options to a new officer and new employees and contractors of the company, to purchase up to 420,000 common shares in the capital of Tectonic. The stock options have an exercise price of $2.50 per option share, vest over a 36-month period in three equal instalments every 12 months from the grant date and expire five years from the grant date.

Restricted share unit (RSU) grant

The company also announces that it has granted a total of 21,000 RSUs to a new officer of the company. The RSUs vest over a 36-month period in three equal instalments every twelve months from the grant date.

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