Calgary, AB - TheNewswire - May 31, 2023 - Voyageur Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (TSXV:VM) (OTC:VYYRF) ("Voyageur" or the "Corporation") announces the successful completion of environmental and geotechnical field work at its Frances Creek project site. This milestone represents a significant achievement for the Corporation and its 100% owned subsidiary, Voyageur Industrial Minerals Ltd., as it fulfills both the exploration notice of work for barite sampling from the surface vein and paves the way for future quarry permitting.

Undertaken in collaboration with Vast Resource Solutions, a firm based in Cranbrook, B.C., the detailed site assessment encompassed a comprehensive evaluation of existing baseline conditions within and surrounding the site. It also involved meticulous collection of soil and rock samples, along with a thorough review of the current and potential site access road.

The data, samples, and road assessment gathered during this process will serve as crucial inputs for various planning aspects, including site soil handling and reclamation, invasive weed management practices, acid rock drainage/metal leaching potential, process area planning, and safe access road options.

Voyageur firmly upholds its commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability, and this is evident in the work conducted at Frances Creek. All activities have been carried out in strict compliance with rigorous environmental standards. As part of our dedication to transparency and regulatory adherence, the findings and outcomes of the field work will be promptly submitted to the BC Ministry of Mines.

About Voyageur Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Voyageur, a Canadian public company trading under the symbol VM on the TSXV, is in development of barium, iodine and carbon Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and high-performance, cost-effective imaging contrast agents. With a strategic focus on vertically integrating the barium, iodine and carbon contrast imaging market, Voyageur aims to become a key player by producing its own barium, iodine, and fullerene minerals.

Our business plan is set to generate immediate cash flow by partnering with established third-party GMP pharmaceutical manufacturers in Canada, ensuring the validation of our products by regulatory agencies worldwide. As we solidify our presence in the market, we will transition into a high-margin domestic manufacturer of radiology drugs, further expanding our revenue streams.

Voyageur is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship. We envision a future where carbon neutrality is the norm, and to achieve this, we are building state-of-the-art carbon-neutral infrastructure. By investing in carbon neutral energy sources and sustainable manufacturing practices, we aim to become 100% self-sufficient across all our manufacturing activities. Our commitment to the environment sets us apart as a pioneer in the industry.

At the core of our operations, Voyageur owns a 100% interest in two barium sulphate (barite) projects, including the Frances Creek property. Additionally, Voyageur holds interests in a high-grade iodine, lithium, and bromine brine project situated in Utah, USA, further bolstering our position in the industry. Voyageur owns a 100% interest in two battery mineral projects which focus on copper/zinc development.

Our ambitious vision is to become the first vertically integrated, carbon-neutral company in the  imaging contrast media drug market. By controlling all primary input costs, from the sourcing of raw materials to the final production, we plan to ensure unmatched quality and cost efficiency. We embody the motto of "From the Earth to the Bottle," highlighting our commitment to responsible sourcing and manufacturing practices.

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Cautionary Statement Regarding “Forward-Looking” Information

This news release may contain certain forward-looking information and statements, including without limitation, statements pertaining to the future plans of the Corporation, for Frances Creek and future quarry permitting . All statements included herein, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking information and such information involves various risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. A description of assumptions used to develop such forward-looking information and a description of risk factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from forward-looking information can be found in the Company's disclosure documents on the SEDAR website at www.sedar.com. Voyageur does not undertake to update any forward-looking information except in accordance with applicable securities laws.