Kelowna, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 26, 2026) - Showcase Minerals Inc. (CSE: SHOW) (FSE: ZJ0) ("Showcase" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Ali Wasiliew, P.Geo, as Vice President of Exploration and Qualified Person for the company, effective immediately.

Ali Wasiliew is a registered Professional Geoscientist in British Columbia with experience in both remote and brownfield mineral exploration projects across Western Canada. Ms. Wasiliew excels at integrating complex geological data and communicating technical information clearly and effectively. She has designed and managed remote exploration programs, led NI 43-101 technical reporting, and overseen compliance of multi-year geological databases.

Most recently, Ms. Wasiliew served as Senior Geologist and Corporate Communications Manager at Enduro Metals Corp. (TSXV: ENDR), focusing on porphyry discovery and project advancement at the Company's flagship property in British Columbia's Golden Triangle. In this role, she contributed to both technical exploration efforts and corporate communications, bridging geological interpretation with broader project messaging and stakeholder engagement.

Ms. Wasiliew holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of Saskatchewan.

"We are thrilled to welcome Ali Wasiliew to the team," said Dylan Hunko, Chief Executive Officer of Showcase Minerals Inc. "Ali brings strong technical expertise and corporate communications knowledge. Her ability to navigate both technical and corporate environments will be invaluable as we work toward discovery while driving efficient, effective exploration."

About Showcase Minerals Inc.

Showcase is an exploration company focused on acquiring, exploring, and developing mineral projects. The Company holds an option to earn a 100% interest in seven claims (1,535.1 ha) comprising the Premier East and Grassy Gold Projects, located north of Stewart, BC, near the Premier Gold Mine in the Golden Triangle.

Showcase also has an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Comstock silver property near Silverton, BC, covering three claims (2,060.8 ha) and the historic Comstock mine. This is subject to a 3% NSR and can be earned through $300,000 in cash payments over two years and $100,000 in shares issued on each of the first two anniversaries.

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