# EDGAR Filing Document

**Accession Number:** 0000795800
**File Stem:** 0001641172-25-021351
**Filing Date:** 2025-7
**Character Count:** 11723
**Document Hash:** 09e8b4dbf2f7b3907a98ba331667fd84
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## Filing Content

## Filing Summary
**0001641172-25-021351.hdr.sgml**: 20250729

**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0001641172-25-021351

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: 8-K

**PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT**: 14

**CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT**: 20250723

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Regulation FD Disclosure

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Financial Statements and Exhibits

**FILED AS OF DATE**: 20250729

**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20250729

**FILER**: 

**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** NexMetals Mining Corp.
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0000795800
- **STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:** METAL MINING [1000]
- **ORGANIZATION NAME:** 01 Energy & Transportation
- **EIN:** 000000000
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** A6
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 1231

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** 8-K
- **SEC ACT:** 1934 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 001-42750
- **FILM NUMBER:** 251161691

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **ADDRESS IS A NON US LOCATION:** YES
- **STREET 1:** 100 KING STREET WEST
- **STREET 2:** SUITE 3400
- **CITY:** TORONTO
- **PROVINCE COUNTRY:** A6
- **ZIP:** M5X 1A4
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** 604-770-4334

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **ADDRESS IS A NON US LOCATION:** YES
- **STREET 1:** 3400 - ONE FIRST CANADIAN PLACE, PO BOX
- **STREET 2:** 100 KING STREET WEST
- **CITY:** TORONTO
- **PROVINCE COUNTRY:** A6
- **ZIP:** M5X 1A4

**FORMER COMPANY:**
- **FORMER CONFORMED NAME:** Premium Resources Ltd.
- **DATE OF NAME CHANGE:** 20241213

**FORMER COMPANY:**
- **FORMER CONFORMED NAME:** Premium Nickel Resources Ltd.
- **DATE OF NAME CHANGE:** 20220815

**FORMER COMPANY:**
- **FORMER CONFORMED NAME:** North American Nickel Inc.
- **DATE OF NAME CHANGE:** 20100420

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**UNITED STATES**

**SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION**

**Washington, D.C. 20549**

**FORM 8-K**

**CURRENT REPORT**

**Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934**

**Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 23, 2025**

**NEXMETALS MINING CORP.**

**(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)**

**Ontario, Canada**

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

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| **001-42750** | **N/A** |
| **(Commission File Number)** | **(IRS Employer Identification No.)** |
| **Suite 3400, One First Canadian Place**<br> **P.O. Box 130**<br> **Toronto, Ontario, Canada** | **M5X 1A4** |
| **(Address of principal executive offices)** | **(Zip Code)** |

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**<u>(604) 770-4334</u>**

**(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)**

**<u>N/A</u>**

**(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)**

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (*see* General Instruction A.2. below):

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

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| **Title of each class** | **Trading Symbol(s)** | **Name of each exchange on which registered** |
| Common Shares, no par value | NEXM | Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (Nasdaq Capital Market) |

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

**Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.**

On July 23, 2025, NexMetals Mining Corp. (the "Company") appointed Philipa Varris to its Board of Directors (the "Board"), effective immediately. Ms. Varris will serve as an independent director and Chair of the Company's Sustainability Committee.

Ms. Varris succeeds Norman MacDonald, who retired from the Board effective the same day. Mr. MacDonald's departure was not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company's operations, policies, or practices.

Ms. Varris brings over 25 years of leadership experience in environmental, health, safety, and community management (ESG) across the mining sector, with roles in Africa, Australasia, and Latin America. She holds a Master of Science in Natural Resources from Curtin University and is a Chartered Environmental Professional with AusIMM. She currently serves as Head of Sustainability and Impact at Oryx Global Partners Limited since 2024, and previously held senior ESG roles at Horizonte Minerals from 2022 to 2024, Golden Star Resources from 2011 to 2022, and others. She is also a non-executive director of Mkango Resources Limited.

Following this appointment, the Company's Board remains comprised of eight directors: Paul Martin (Chair), Philipa Varris, André van Niekerk, Chris Leavy, James Gowans, Jason LeBlanc, Mark Christensen, and Morgan Lekstrom.

**Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.**

On July 23, 2025, the Company issued a press release announcing the appointment of Philipa Varris and retirement of Norman MacDonald to its Board. A copy of this press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and is incorporated herein by reference. The Company undertakes no obligation to update, supplement or amend the materials attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information in this Current Report on Form 8-K (including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto) is being furnished pursuant to Item 5.02 and shall not be deemed to be filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act or otherwise be subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed to be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act or the Exchange Act, whether made before or after the date hereof and regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing.

**Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.**

**(d) Exhibits**

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| **Exhibit No.** | **Description** |
| 99.1 | [Press Release dated July 23, 2025 (furnished herewith pursuant to Item 7.01).](ex99-1.htm) |
| 104 | Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within Inline XBRL document). |

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**SIGNATURES**

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

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|:---|:---|
| **NEXMETALS MINING CORP.**<br> (Registrant) | **NEXMETALS MINING CORP.**<br> (Registrant) |
| *By:* | /s/ Morgan Lekstrom |
|  | Morgan Lekstrom |
|  | Chief Executive Officer |

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Date: July 29, 2025

## Exhibit 99.1

**Exhibit 99.1**

![](ex99-1_001.jpg)

**NEXMETALS APPOINTS PHILIPA VARRIS TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS**

**Vancouver, British Columbia, July 23, 2025** – **NexMetals Mining Corp. (TSXV: NEXM) (Nasdaq: NEXM)** ("**NEXM**" or the "**Company**") announces that Philipa Varris has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors (the "**Board**"). Her appointment follows the retirement of Norman MacDonald, who has stepped down from the Board.

Ms. Varris brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in environment, health, safety, and community management ("**ESG**") within the mining sector. Her work has spanned multiple jurisdictions, including Africa, Australasia, and Latin America, and a broad range of mineral commodities. In recognition of her contributions to responsible mining, she has received the Australian Centenary Medal and was named one of Women in Mining's 100 Global Inspirational Women. Furthermore, she has led teams that have been recognized with several industry honours, including the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Award for Environmental and Social Responsibility, the Australian Minerals and Energy Environment Foundation Award for Environmental Excellence, and the Mines and Money ESG Producer of the Year Award, among others.

Ms. Varris holds a Master of Science in Natural Resources from Curtin University, is an AusIMM Chartered Environmental Professional and UK Committee member and is qualified with Corporate Directors International. Ms. Varris has served as Head of Sustainability and Impact for Oryx Global Partners Limited since 2024. She has previously held similar positions for Horizonte Minerals from 2022 to 2024, Golden Star Resources from 2011 to 2022 and others. Ms. Varris is a non-executive director of Mkango Resources Limited and was previously a non-executive director of EnviroGold Global Limited.

Ms. Varris will serve as an independent director and will be appointed Chair of NEXM's Sustainability Committee.

Mr. MacDonald joined the Board in June 2024 with a view to progressing the strategic direction of the Company, which culminated in the announcement on February 18, 2025, of the strategic financing with the Fiore Group, the appointment of Morgan Lekstrom as the incoming Chief Executive Officer and the equitization of the Cymbria Corporation debt, a subsidiary of EdgePoint Investment Group Inc. The Company extends its appreciation to him for his contributions and service during his tenure.

With Mr. MacDonald's departure from the Board, and the appointment of Ms. Varris as a director, the Board continues to consist of eight directors, but is now comprised of Paul Martin (Chair), Philipa Varris, André van Niekerk, Chris Leavy, James Gowans, Jason LeBlanc, Mark Christensen and Morgan Lekstrom.

**About NexMetals Mining Corp.**

NexMetals Mining Corp. is a mineral exploration and development company that is focused on the redevelopment of the previously producing copper, nickel and cobalt resources mines owned by the Company in the Republic of Botswana.

NexMetals is committed to governance through transparent accountability and open communication within our team and our stakeholders. NexMetals' team brings extensive experience across the full spectrum of mine discovery and development. Collectively, the team has contributed to dozens of projects, including work on the Company's Selebi and Selkirk mines. Senior team members each have on average, more than 20 years of experience spanning geology, engineering, operations, and project development.

**For further information about NexMetals Mining Corp., please contact:**

Morgan Lekstrom

CEO and Director

<u>morganl@nexmetalsmining.com</u>

Jaclyn Ruptash

V.P., Communications and Investor Relations

<u>jaclyn@nexmetalsmining.com</u>

 

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