The interest we received exceeded the amount ultimately raised, but we strategically chose to close on a smaller, more disciplined transaction. This allows us to advance our plans with a strong and supportive shareholder base while minimizing dilution and maintaining flexibility. The Offering was initially targeted at approximately $4 million; however, following discussions with the Lead Agent and strong investor interest, the Company determined it was in the best interest of shareholders to complete a $2 million financing. This strategic decision allowed the Company to focus on attracting a core group of high-quality, long-term investors who align with its vision and growth plans. "We are very pleased with the outcome of this successful financing," said Mike Perron, Chief Executive Officer of the Company. "The interest we received exceeded the amount ultimately raised, but we strategically chose to close on a smaller, more disciplined transaction. This allows us to advance our plans with a strong and supportive shareholder base while minimizing dilution and maintaining flexibility." The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the Offering for capital expenditures and brand-awareness initiatives and marketing activities. In connection with the Offering, the Company paid a cash commission of $143,233.95 and issued 220,360 broker warrants (the " Broker Warrants ") and a corporate finance fee paid through the issuance of 157,400 Units. Each Broker Warrant entitles the holder to acquire a Unit at the Issue Price for a period of three years from the Closing Date. Certain insiders of the Company participated in the Offering, acquiring an aggregate of 154,000 Units on the same basis as other subscribers. The participation in the Offering by insiders of the Company constitutes a "related party transaction" as such term is defined under Multilateral Instrument 61-101, Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (" MI 61-101 "). The Company is relying on exemptions in MI 61-101 from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101 as neither the fair market value of the Units subscribed for by the insiders, nor the consideration for the units paid by such insiders, is more than 25% of the Company's market capitalization. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities in the United States. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act") or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to "U.S. persons" (as that term is defined in Rule 902(k) of Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act) unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available. Neither the CSE nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the CSE) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.