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NovaGold files proxy circular for Nov 3 special meeting on New NovaGold deal; details Donlin Gold leases
NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC
- Special meeting set for Nov 3, 2026 to vote on arrangement where each NovaGold share converts to one share of New NovaGold voting common stock.
- Paulson to contribute its 40% Donlin Gold stake (DGH) to New NovaGold for stock; Paulson voting shares capped at 19.99%.
- New NovaGold, a new Delaware entity, will own 100% of Donlin Gold and expects to list on the NYSE; deal also requires court, regulatory and exchange approvals.
- Calista Lease covers ~19,988 hectares with 1.5% NSR rising to 4.5% after payback and an 8% net proceeds royalty; term runs to April 30, 2031.
- TKC surface agreement covers ~16,923 hectares, pays $0.40/tonne milled for first 10 years ($0.50 thereafter) plus 3% of net proceeds; Lyman lease covers ~1,040 hectares.