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2023  
ANNUAL REPORT 

Dear Fellow Shareholders, 

Last year was another strong year for Lundin Gold, delivering great value for shareholders. The Company, 
once again, con(cid:415)nued its strong track record by mee(cid:415)ng its upwardly revised produc(cid:415)on guidance and 
mee(cid:415)ng its downwardly adjusted cost guidance, and in doing so Lundin Gold generated significant cash 
flow1, highligh(cid:415)ng the Tier 1 nature of its Fruta del Norte (“FDN”) mine in Ecuador. 

Cash flow is a fundamental element of Lundin Gold’s value proposi(cid:415)on, and we are in the enviable posi(cid:415)on 
of having considerable flexibility to use this cash flow in a variety of different ways including to support 
further mine and mill expansions, increase our explora(cid:415)on programs, strengthen our balance sheet, return 
capital via dividends, and for other growth ini(cid:415)a(cid:415)ves. Lundin Gold‘s capital alloca(cid:415)on strategy ensures that 
we u(cid:415)lize our treasury as and when needed while maintaining op(cid:415)onality. 

In line with this, the Company exercised its right to repay in full the gold prepay credit facility in January 
for $207.5 million, inclusive of applicable taxes, and repay the remaining balance under our senior debt 
facility of $72 million in November.  Both debt reduc(cid:415)on ini(cid:415)a(cid:415)ves were pursued early and well before 
their respec(cid:415)ve maturity dates. These strategic transac(cid:415)ons have resulted in increased free cash flows, 
provided the Company with greater exposure to a strengthening gold price and given Lundin Gold greater 
flexibility in its capital structure to pursue opera(cid:415)onal and corporate opportuni(cid:415)es for the benefit of the 
Company  and  its  shareholders.  This  capital  alloca(cid:415)on  strategy  includes  the  payment  of  a  quarterly 
dividend of $0.10 per share resul(cid:415)ng in payment of dividends equal to $95 million in 2023. 

Explora(cid:415)on success is an area of outstanding performance for Lundin Gold.   Early in 2023, the Company 
released  new  es(cid:415)mates  of  Mineral  Reserves  and  Resources  for  FDN.    Notably,  the  Company’s  Mineral 
Reserve es(cid:415)mate was increased because of the incorpora(cid:415)on of conversion drilling results and an update 
to the geological model, replacing 142% of 2022 produc(cid:415)on. During the year, Lundin Gold also significantly 
increased its explora(cid:415)on programs, with 55,000 metres drilled.  Approximately 11,000 metres were drilled 
on  the  conversion  program,  the  results  of  which  are  reflected  in  our  year-end  statement  of  Mineral 
Resources and Reserves. Just over 35,000 metres of near-mine drilling were also completed during the 
year, the results of which have iden(cid:415)fied significant mineraliza(cid:415)on at two primary targets, FDN South and 
Bonza  Sur,  which  will  be  the  focal  points  of  our  2024  near-mine  drilling.  The  regional  program  also 
con(cid:415)nued in 2023, with approximately 8,500 metres of drilling completed, and successfully advanced the 
iden(cid:415)fica(cid:415)on of important indicators that point toward the presence of buried epithermal deposits in the 
southern basin where FDN is located. 

I am proud of the results we have been able to achieve this year, but I know we can con(cid:415)nue to improve, 
and as such I am excited for what is to come in 2024. We have already commenced a $36 million Process 
Plant  Expansion  Project  to  increase  plant  throughput  to  5,000  tpd  and  improve  gold  recoveries  by 
approximately 3% with the addi(cid:415)on of the Jameson cells technology. By the end of 2024, I am confident 
that we will be running at 5,000 tpd and will see an improvement in recoveries. In addi(cid:415)on, we plan to 
execute the largest drill program ever on the land package that hosts FDN.  

1 Please refer to pages 16 to 18 in the Company's MD&A for the year ended December 31, 2023 for an explana(cid:415)on 
of non-IFRS measures used. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
None of this would be possible without the hard work and dedica(cid:415)on of the Lundin Gold family and our 
strong  approach  to  ESG.  We  con(cid:415)nue  our  sustainability  efforts  on  all  fronts,  including  publishing  our 
second TCFD2-aligned climate change report and seventh annual sustainability report in May. Based on 
publicly available data from 152 gold mines that reported their Scopes 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions 
in 2021 and on Lundin Gold's 2022 emissions performance, the emissions intensity of FDN was among the 
lowest in the industry. We have set a target to be carbon neutral by 2030 and have begun the important 
steps to meet this goal. 

In  closing,  FDN  con(cid:415)nues  to  exceed  expecta(cid:415)ons.  Heading  into  2024,  Lundin  Gold  is  in  a  very  strong 
posi(cid:415)on to con(cid:415)nue crea(cid:415)ng value. I am excited for the year ahead. 

Thank you for your con(cid:415)nued support. 

Yours truly, 

Ron Hochstein 
President and Chief Execu(cid:415)ve Officer 

March 26, 2024 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

INTRODUCTION 

This Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A”) of Lundin Gold Inc. and its subsidiary companies (collectively, 
“Lundin Gold” or the “Company”) provides a detailed analysis of the Company’s business and compares its financial 
results for the year ended December 31, 2023 with those of the same period from the previous year.  

This  MD&A  is  dated  as  of  February  22,  2024  and  should  be  read  in  conjunction  with  the  Company’s  audited 
consolidated financial statements and related notes thereto for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.  
The  audited  consolidated  financial  statements  have  been  prepared  using  accounting  policies  consistent  with 
International  Financial  Reporting  Standards  as  issued  by  the  International  Accounting  Standards  Board  (“IFRS 
Accounting Standards” or “IFRS”).  References to the “2023 Year” and “2022 Year” relate to the years ended December 
31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively. 

Other continuous  disclosure  documents,  including  the  Company’s  news  releases,  quarterly and  annual  reports  and 
annual  information  form,  are  available  through  its  filings  with  the  securities  regulatory  authorities  in  Canada  at 
www.sedarplus.ca. 

Lundin  Gold,  headquartered  in  Vancouver,  Canada,  owns  28  metallic  mineral  concessions  and  three  construction 
material concessions covering an area of approximately 64,454 hectares in southeast Ecuador, including the Fruta del 
Norte gold mine (“Fruta del Norte” or “FDN”).  Fruta del Norte is comprised of seven concessions covering an area of 
approximately 5,566 hectares and is located approximately 140 km east-northeast of the City of Loja.  Fruta del Norte 
is one of the highest-grade gold mines in production in the world today.  

The Company's board and management team have extensive expertise and are dedicated to operating Fruta del Norte 
responsibly and pursuing growth.  The Company operates with transparency and in accordance with international best 
practices.  Lundin Gold is committed to delivering value to its shareholders, while simultaneously providing economic 
and social benefits to impacted communities, fostering a healthy and safe workplace and minimizing the environmental 
impact.  The Company believes that the value created through the operations of Fruta del Norte will continue to benefit 
its shareholders, the Government and the citizens of Ecuador. 

HIGHLIGHTS  

Fruta del Norte generated $519 million of cash from operating activities in 2023.  From this, free cash flow1 of $263 
million was generated, net of a one-time interest and finance charge payment of $129 million from the full repayment 
of  the  gold  prepay  facility  (the  “Gold  Prepay  Facility”)  during  the  first  quarter.    The  senior  debt  facility  (the  “Senior 
Facility”) was then fully repaid during the fourth quarter, leaving the stream credit facility (the “Stream Facility”) as the 
last remaining project finance facility outstanding as at December 31, 2023. 

Improving on the previous year’s performance, the Company achieved annual production of 481,274 ounces (“oz”) in 
2023, which is in line with the high end of the Company’s upwardly revised 2023 guidance range of 450,000 to 485,000 
oz (original guidance of 425,000 to 475,000 oz).  The increase in production was the result of higher throughput offset 
by slightly lower grade and recoveries.  The Company achieved annual sales of 474,365 oz. From this, revenues and 
adjusted earnings1 of $903 million and $204 million, respectively, were realized with cash operating cost1 and all-in 
sustaining costs (“AISC”)1 of $697 and $860 per oz sold, respectively, both in line with the Company’s revised 2023 
guidance. 

Exploration activities ramped up during 2023 with approximately 55,000 metres drilled across the conversion, near-
mine, and regional programs, which represents the largest drill program to date in the district since FDN’s discovery.  
Conversion drilling results will form the basis of an updated Mineral Resources and Reserves estimate to be completed 
near  the  end  of  the  first  quarter  of  2024.    At  the  near-mine  program,  exploration  activities  have  identified  a  new 
epithermal system at Bonza Sur, which is located one kilometre south of the FDN deposit.  In addition, the Company 
continued to identify important indicators in the regional program that point toward the presence of buried epithermal 
deposits in the southern basin.   

1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section in this MD&A. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

The following two tables provide an overview of key operating and financial results achieved during 2023 compared to 
the same periods in 2022.   

Three months ended 
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

Year ended  
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

Tonnes ore mined 

Tonnes ore milled 

405,705 

365,250 

1,635,550 

1,492,230 

427,743 

420,838 

1,654,520 

1,559,178 

Average mill head grade (g/t) 

8.2 

10.0 

10.2 

10.6 

Average recovery 

88.1% 

89.6% 

88.4% 

89.5% 

Average mill throughput (tpd) 

4,649 

4,574 

4,533 

4,272 

Gold ounces produced 

99,310 

121,139 

481,274 

476,329 

Gold ounces sold 

98,005 

119,890 

474,365 

470,103 

Three months ended  
December 31, 

Year ended  
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

2023 

2022 

Revenues ($’000) 

190,688 

210,961 

902,518 

815,666 

Average realized gold price ($/oz sold)1  

2,021 

1,814 

1,958 

1,789 

Income from mining operations ($’000) 

78,051 

92,095 

435,180 

369,754 

Earnings before interest, taxes, 
depreciation, and amortization ($’000)1 

Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, 
depreciation, and amortization ($’000)1 

67,274 

141,274 

493,976 

543,660 

95,908 

112,057 

526,045 

467,343 

Net income (loss) ($’000) 

11,062 

(68,259) 

179,457 

73,558 

Basic income (loss) per share ($) 

0.05 

(0.29) 

0.76 

0.31 

Cash provided by operating activities ($’000) 

92,574 

133,390 

519,395 

426,145 

Free cash flow ($’000)1 

62,330 

91,179 

263,473 

269,435 

Cash operating cost ($/oz sold)1  

All-in sustaining costs ($/oz sold)1  

Free cash flow per share ($)1 

Adjusted net earnings ($‘000)1 

Adjusted net earnings per share ($)1 

Dividends paid ($‘000) 

Dividends paid per share ($) 

832 

1,062 

0.26 

713 

865 

0.39 

697 

860 

1.11 

671 

805 

1.15 

33,236 

33,584 

204,310 

125,003 

0.14 

23,782 

0.10 

0.14 

0.86 

0.53 

- 

- 

94,914 

47,033 

0.40 

0.20 

1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section in this MD&A. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

The difference between net income and adjusted earnings1 for the fourth quarter and the 2023 Year is due to non-cash 
derivative losses of $28.6 million and $32.1 million, respectively, and related taxes associated with fair value accounting 
of the Stream Facility. In 2022, this was also affected by a one-time finance charge accrual of $128 million associated 
with  the  early  repayment  of  the  Gold  Prepay  Facility.    The  non-cash  derivative  loss  is  driven  by  numerous  factors 
including expected production profile, anticipated forward gold and silver prices, and yields.  Non-cash derivative gains 
(or losses) associated with decreased (or increased) short-term production and anticipated decreasing (or increasing) 
forward gold and silver prices are recorded in the statement of operations, while non-cash derivative gains (or losses) 
associated with increasing (or decreasing) yields are recorded in the statement of other comprehensive income.  

These non-cash gains or losses are derived from complex valuation modelling and accounting treatment which are 
explained  in  more  detail  later  in  this  MD&A.    Revaluation  of  these  obligations  has  and  will  continue  to  result  in 
considerable period-to-period volatility in the Company’s net income, comprehensive income, current and long-term 
liabilities and do not necessarily reflect the amounts that will be repaid when the obligations become due. 

Year ended December 31, 2023 

•  Gold production was 481,274 oz, comprised of 310,831 oz in concentrate and 170,443 oz as doré.   
•  A total of 1,635,550 and 1,654,520 tonnes of ore were mined and processed, respectively.  Ore inventory 

• 

• 

management is the primary reason for the difference between ore mined and processed. 
The average grade of ore milled was 10.2 grams per tonne (g/t) with average recovery at 88.4%.  Recoveries 
were  affected  by  processing  of  ore  from sectors  that  contain  higher  levels  of  finely  disseminated  sulphide 
minerals which impacted flotation recovery. 
The Company sold a total of 474,365 oz of gold, consisting of 306,005 oz in concentrate and 168,360 oz as 
doré at an average realized gold price1 of $1,958 per oz sold for total revenues from gold sales of $929 million.  
Net of treatment and refining charges, revenues for 2023 were $903 million.   

•  Cash operating costs1 and AISC1 for 2023 were $697 and $860 per oz of gold sold, respectively, which are in 

• 

line with the Company’s revised 2023 guidance. 
The Company generated cash from operating activities of $519 million and free cash flow1 of $263 million or 
$1.11 per share resulting in a cash balance of $268 million at December 31, 2023.   

•  Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization1 (“EBITDA”) and adjusted EBITDA1 were $494 
million and $526 million, respectively, with the difference resulting from derivative losses recognized during 
the year. 

•  Net income was $179 million including a derivative loss of $32.1 million, and net of corporate, exploration, 
finance costs, and associated taxes.  Adjusted earnings1, which exclude the derivative loss and related taxes, 
were $204 million, or $0.86 per share.  
The Company filed an updated technical report for Fruta del Norte in accordance with National Instrument 43-
101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) on March 31, 2023, which added 1.58 million 
ounces of gold to the original Mineral Reserve estimate, more than replacing mined Mineral Reserves since 
the beginning of operations.2     

• 

Fourth quarter of 2023 

•  Gold production was 99,310 oz, comprised of 65,298 oz in concentrate and 34,012 oz as doré. 
•  During the fourth quarter, 405,705 tonnes of ore were mined while the mill processed 427,743 tonnes of ore 

• 

• 

at an average throughput of 4,649 tonnes per day (“tpd”). 
The average ore grade milled was 8.2 grams per tonne with average recovery at 88.1%.  The lower ore grade 
experienced during the quarter was expected based on the current mine plan. 
The Company sold a total of 98,005 oz of gold, consisting of 65,223 oz in concentrate and 32,782 oz as doré 
at  an  average  realized  gold  price1  of  $2,021  per oz  sold  for  total  gross  revenues  from  gold  sales of  $198 
million.  Net of treatment and refining charges, revenues for the quarter were $191 million. 

•  Cash operating costs1 and AISC1 were $832 and $1,062 per oz of gold sold, respectively.  Both metrics were 
impacted by a decrease in oz sold compared to previous quarters and, in particular, AISC1, was impacted by 
the timing of sustaining capital expenditures incurred. 
Income from mining operations was $78.1 million and the Company generated free cash flow1 of $62.3 million 
from operations, or $0.26 per share. 

• 

1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section in this MD&A. 
2 Refer to the “Amended NI 43-101 Technical Report Fruta del Norte Mine Ecuador” filed on www.sedarplus.ca on 
March 31, 2023. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

•  EBITDA1  and  net  income  were  $67.3  million  and  $11.1  million,  respectively,  while  adjusted  EBITDA1  and 
adjusted earnings1 were $95.9 million and $33.2 million, respectively.  The derivative loss of $28.6 million has 
been excluded in the calculations of adjusted EBITDA1 and adjusted earnings1. 

Capital Expenditures 

Sustaining Capital 

• 

• 

• 

Total sustaining capital spent during the year was $47.9 million, of which $14.5 was spent during the fourth 
quarter. 
The fourth raise of the tailings dam and underground mine maintenance facility were completed during the 
fourth quarter.  The new warehouse was completed during the second quarter. 
The  2023  conversion  drilling  program  focused  on  the  north-central  and  southern  extensions  of  FDN  with 
approximately 11,233 metres drilled across 79 holes.  

o 

In the southern sector, 51 drill holes were completed and mostly intercepted the mineralized zones 
associated with manganoan carbonate, chalcedony veins and sulphides.  
In the north-central sector, 28 drill holes were completed and positive assay results are associated 
with zones of hydrothermal breccias along the downdip extension and the north limit of FDN. 
o  The geological and mineral resource model is nearly complete, and an updated Mineral Resources 

o 

and Reserves estimate is expected before the end of the first quarter of 2024. 

•  Other  sustaining  capital  projects  such  as  extending  two  underground  levels  to  the  south  for  the  2024 
conversion drill program, implementing a mine dispatch system, upgrading the sewage treatment plants, and 
other efficiency improvement projects were well-advanced in 2023 and are expected to be completed in 2024. 

Process Plant Expansion Project 

• 

The  Process  Plant  Expansion  Project  is  expected  to  deliver  increased  plant  throughput  to  5,000  tpd  and 
increased metallurgical recoveries of approximately 3% by the end of 2024 with upgrades to the concentrate 
dewatering,  new  tailings  and reclaim lines,  the  addition  of three  Jameson cells,  and other  ancillary  works.  
During the fourth quarter, expenditures of $0.9 million were incurred of the total estimated expansion project 
capital estimate of $36.0 million. 

Health, Safety and Community 

Health and Safety 

•  During 2023, there were no Lost Time Incidents (“LTI”) and seven Medical Aid Incidents (“MAI”).   
• 

FDN operations has had more than one year and over 7.6 million hours worked without a LTI as of December 
31, 2023.  Subsequent to the reporting period, FDN operations experienced an LTI on February 2, 2024. 
The Total Recordable Incident Rate across exploration and operations was 0.24 per 200,000 hours worked 
during 2023. 

• 

Community 
Various community  projects supported by  the  Company  progressed  during  the year  including  initiatives  focused  on 
community  health  and  education.    Lundin  Gold  continued  to  support  an  innovative  program  which  provides  mental 
health services to local community members.  Education programs sponsored by the Company which improve local 
student access to higher education continued to show success as a cohort of local students prepare to graduate from 
university in the coming months, a significant milestone for the Los Encuentros Parish.  The Company also launched a 
complementary program designed to improve the quality of local education during the year.  

Infrastructure  investment  continues  to  be  a  priority  for  Lundin  Gold.    In  addition  to  the  Company’s  long-standing 
commitment to support road maintenance, Lundin Gold co-funded with the Ministry of Education the rehabilitation of 
the local school, which more than 1,300 children from the Los Encuentros Parish attend.  Work on this project was 
nearing completion at the end of the year. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Lundin Gold continued to support local businesses in conjunction with the Lundin Foundation, including women-led 
businesses through the third series of the program “Soy Emprendadora”.  Among the supported businesses, the local 
textile manufacturer, fire extinguisher maintenance company, and pest control/fumigation company all increased their 
business activities during the year with Lundin Gold as an anchor client.  Efforts have continued to ensure that local 
farmers retain access to local, national, and international markets.  The Company also continued to engage with local 
indigenous people, especially the Shuar Federation of Zamora Chinchipe, to jointly implement projects that promote 
economic opportunities and the Shuar culture. 

Following the election of new local authorities, the round table dialogue process restarted during the third quarter, with 
high participation rates by local community members. 

Exploration 

Near-Mine Program 
During the year, the Company completed a total of 35,305 metres across 68 holes from surface and underground, of 
which  approximately  13,372  metres  across  31  holes  were  drilled  in  the  fourth  quarter.    Drilling  from  underground 
explored to the east and at depth of the FDN deposit, while drilling from surface continued to test along the extensions 
of the controlling structures of the FDN deposit.  

• 

The surface drilling program continues along the south extension of the East Fault, where Bonza Sur and the 
FDN  South  (“FDNS”)  targets  were  discovered.    During  the  fourth  quarter,  14  surface  drill  holes  were 
completed, mostly at Bonza Sur, where the drilling program continues to indicate continuity of mineralization. 
Exploratory holes were also completed along the north and south extensions of the FDN deposit and at the 
FDN East target. 

o  At Bonza Sur, located only one kilometre from FDN, seven surface drill holes were completed and 
continue to expand the recently discovered epithermal system.  Drilling continued to achieve multiple 
positive intersections and has extended mineralization along north-south strike as well as at depth.  
The  mineralized  zones  are  represented  by  veins/veinlets  of  quartz  and  minor  chalcedony  and 
manganoan-carbonate associated with the occurrence of sulphides. The Bonza Sur mineralization 
has already been identified for more than 1.1 kilometres along the north-south strike and for at least 
500 metres along the downdip and remains open in all directions. 

o  At FDNS, three surface drill holes were completed along the south extension which intercepted gold 
mineralization with variable widths.  This vein system remains open along the northeast-southwest 
direction and at depth.  

o  The exploratory drilling program aimed to explore new sectors advanced on distinct targets near the 
FDN deposit.  At FDN East, one drill hole intercepted zones of hydrothermal alteration hosted on 
volcanic rocks associated to gold mineralization.  In the north extension of the FDN deposit, three 
exploratory holes were completed and intercepted large zones of hydrothermal alteration with narrow 
intervals of gold mineralization.  

• 

The underground drilling program continues to explore the continuity of the FDN deposit at depth and beyond 
the major east and west faults.  During the fourth quarter of 2023, a total of 17 drill holes were completed.  At 
depth, in the north sector of the FDN deposit, the drilling program confirmed hydrothermal alteration zones 
and gold mineralization below the mineral envelope of FDN.  In the southern sector, the drill holes intercepted 
hydrothermal alteration zones represented by manganoan-carbonate veins/veinlets with sulfides and narrow 
intervals of gold mineralization along the downdip extension.  Furthermore, the drilling program continued to 
explore the continuity of the FDN mineral envelope beyond the East fault and one drill hole intercepted narrow 
zones of hydrothermal alteration with no significant gold mineralization. 

Regional Program 
The regional program continued to advance the identification of important indicators that point toward the presence of 
buried  epithermal  deposits  in  the  southern  basin.    The  2023  drilling  program  focused  on  distinct  sectors  along  the 
southeastern and southwestern borders of the Suarez basin and a total of 3,120 metres across five drill holes were 
completed  in  the  fourth quarter  resulting  in 8,461  metres completed under  the  2023 program  across  12  drill  holes. 
Regional drilling focused on the Crisbel, Barbasco SE and Quebrada La Negra targets.  

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

•  At the Crisbel target, two drill holes were completed testing a geochemical soil anomaly (gold and epithermal 
pathfinder elements such as Sb, As) along the southwest contact between the Suarez Border and the volcanic 
sequence.  Limited hydrothermal alteration was intercepted and no significant results were returned.  

•  At  Barbasco  SE,  one  drill  hole  was  completed  and  tested  the  extension  of  the  FDN  East  Fault  along  the 
southeastern extension of the Suarez basin.  Zones of hydrothermal alteration with illite-silica was intercepted, 
suggesting the presence hydrothermal activity in this sector. 

•  At Quebrada La Negra, two drill holes tested a Au-As-Sb soil anomaly and silicified conglomerate outcrops. 
The drilling intercepted zones of hydrothermal alteration represented by silica-illite-marcasite with associated 
chalcedony veinlets, suggesting further follow up drilling is required in this sector.  Results are pending. 

Newcrest Earn-In Agreement 

At  the  end  of  the  fourth  quarter,  Newcrest  Mining  Limited  (“Newcrest”),  a  subsidiary  of  Newmont  Corporation 
(“Newmont”), elected not to exercise its option to proceed to earn a 25% interest in Surnorte S.A., which holds eight 
exploration concessions located to the north and south of Fruta del Norte.  As a result, the earn-in agreement has been 
terminated.  The Company is now assessing various options for some or all of these concessions.   

Corporate 

The Company paid quarterly dividends of $0.10 per share for a total of $94.9 million during the year. 

• 
•  With the release of its 2023 year-end results, the Company has declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share 
which is payable on March 25, 2024 (March 28, 2024 for shares trading on Nasdaq Stockholm) to shareholders 
of record on March 8, 2024.  
The Company’s second TCFD-aligned climate change report and seventh annual sustainability report were 
published in May. Based on publicly available data from 152 gold mines that reported their Scopes 1 and 2 
greenhouse gas emissions in 2021 and on Lundin Gold's 2022 emissions performance, the emissions intensity 
of Fruta del Norte was among the lowest in the industry. The Company has set a target to be carbon neutral 
by 2030 with respect to its Scopes 1 and 2 emissions based on its current life of mine plan. 

• 

•  A number of changes to the Company’s directors and officers took place in 2023: 

o  Upon the acquisition of the Company’s largest shareholder, Newcrest, by Newmont, on November 
6, 2023, the Company appointed two new directors to the Board as Newmont nominees: Ms. Melissa 
Harmon and Mr. Scott Langley.  Mr. Craig Jones and Ms. Jill Terry, the former Newcrest nominees, 
resigned from the Board on the same day.      

o  At the Company’s annual shareholders’ meeting on May 15, 2023, Ms. Angelina Mehta was elected 

as a director, replacing Ms. Chantal Gosselin who did not stand for re-election. 

o  The  Company  announced  the  appointment  of  Mr.  Christopher  Kololian  as  Chief  Financial  Officer 
shortly after the retirement of Mr. Alessandro Bitelli, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial 
Officer. 

o  Mr.  Terry  Smith  was  appointed  as  Chief  Operating  Officer  and  with  the  departure  of  Mr.  Nathan 
Monash, Vice President, Sustainability, Ms. Sheila Colman took on the role of Vice President, Legal 
and Sustainability and Corporate Secretary. 

o  Ms. Iliana Rodriguez, Vice President, Human Resources, departed the Company early in the first 

quarter. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

SELECTED ANNUAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION 

(Expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except 
share and per share amounts) 

2023 

2022 

2021 

Revenues 

  $ 

902,518  $ 

815,666  $ 

733,329 

Income from mining operations 

435,180 

369,754 

355,712 

Derivative gain (loss) for the year 

Net income for the year 

Basic income per share 
Diluted income per share 

(32,069) 

179,457 

76,317 

73,558 

  $ 

0.76  $ 
0.75 

0.31  $ 
0.31 

(10,713) 

221,426 

0.95 
0.94 

Weighted-average number of common shares 
outstanding 
Basic 
Diluted 

   237,026,367 
  239,151,461 

  234,815,536 
  236,704,760 

  232,179,557 
  234,576,889 

Total assets 

  $ 

1,468,209  $ 

1,668,865  $ 

1,685,113 

Long-term debt (current and long-term) 

305,647 

667,966 

739,977 

Working capital 

346,859 

194,804 

217,221 

Year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the year ended December 31, 2022 

During 2023, net income of $179 million was generated compared to net income of $73.6 million during 2022.  The 
increase in net income is principally attributable to the one-time effect in 2022 of the accrual of a finance charge of 
$128 million from the full repayment of the Gold Prepay Facility.   

Income from mining operations 

Income from mining operations increased to $435 million during 2023 compared to $370 million in 2022.  This increase 
is primarily attributable to an increase in average realized gold price1 from $1,789 to $1,958 per oz sold which increased 
revenues from $816 million to $903 million, partially offset by a resulting increase in royalties as well as the additional 
cost of an increase in tonnes mined and milled which was further impacted by a decrease in grade and recoveries. 

Corporate administration 

Corporate administration costs of $21.0 million were incurred during 2023 compared to $19.4 million during 2022. The 
increase is mainly driven by payments made to certain long-serving employees upon the end of their employment with 
the Company. 

Exploration 

Exploration costs were $23.7 million during 2023 compared to $15.5 million during 2022 with the increase being driven 
by activities under the near-mine program which was only launched during the second half of 2022. 

1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section in this MD&A. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Finance expense 

Finance expense of $85.3 million was incurred during 2023 compared to $241 million during 2022.  Finance expense 
during 2022 includes interest incurred on the Senior Facility, Gold Prepay Facility, and Stream Facility ($30.0 million) 
and finance charges under the Gold Prepay Facility and Stream Facility ($197 million), which were largely attributable 
to the repayment of the Gold Prepay Facility.  In comparison, the full repayment of the Gold Prepay Facility in January 
2023  has  resulted  in  a  reduction  in  interest  and  finance  charges  combined  with  lower  interest  expense  from  the 
declining balance and full repayment of the Senior Facility in November 2023. 

Derivative gains or losses 

Derivative  gains  and  losses  in  the  statement  of  operations  and  other  comprehensive  income  are  driven  by  the 
Company’s debt obligations under the Stream Facility which are classified as financial liabilities at fair value.  In 2022, 
derivative gains and losses were also impacted by the fair value accounting of the Gold Prepay Facility.  During 2023, 
the  Company  made  scheduled  principal,  interest,  and  finance  charge  repayments  totalling  $79.9  million  under  the 
Stream Facility, based on gold and silver prices at the time of repayment.  This was offset by a non-cash increase of 
this  debt  obligation  of  $35.3  million  due  to  a  change  in  its  estimated  fair  value  between  December  31,  2022  and 
December 31, 2023.  This variation is recorded as derivative gains or losses, in the statement of operations and other 
comprehensive income in the applicable period.  The fair value calculated under the Company’s accounting policies is 
based on numerous estimates noted below as of the balance sheet date and are, therefore, subject to further future 
variations until the debt obligation is repaid by the Company. 

Fair value is determined using Monte Carlo simulation models.  The key inputs used by the Monte Carlo simulation 
include gold and silver forward prices, the Company’s expectation about the gold and silver forward curves, gold and 
silver  volatility,  risk-free  rate  of  return,  risk-adjusted  discount  rate,  and  production  expectations.    Relatively  small 
variations in some of these inputs can give rise to significant variations in the fair value of financial liabilities; hence, the 
large derivative gains and losses recorded to date.  The combined net impact of these factors is an increase in the fair 
value  of  the  Stream  Facility  as  described  more  fully  below,  partially  offsetting  the  decrease  from  the  scheduled 
repayments in the year.  This also resulted in the recognition of a derivative loss on the Stream Facility in 2023. 

• 

• 

• 

The value of future repayments under the Stream Facility is based on forward gold and silver price estimates 
at time of repayment.  Spot gold prices at December 31, 2023 were higher compared to December 31, 2022 
and as a result, forward prices have followed suit.  This has resulted in an increase in the estimated fair value 
of  the  debt  obligation  at  the  current  balance  sheet  date  and  the  recognition  of  derivative  losses  in  the 
statement of operations during the 2023 Period.  The opposite occurred during the 2022 Period.  Fair values 
at  a  point  in  time  do  not  necessarily  reflect  the  amounts  that  will  actually  be  repaid  when  the  obligation 
becomes due in the future.  While significant derivative gains or losses will continue to be recognized at each 
reporting period, the potentially more significant impact of the same change in forward gold and silver prices 
on the value of future production and revenue forecasts to be generated during the same periods when the 
debt obligation will be repaid cannot be recognized because of the inherent uncertainty and risks associated 
with actually realizing such production and sales. 

The  timing  of  future  gold  and  silver  production  impacts  the  fair  value of  the  Stream Facility as  short-term 
production  holds  greater  value  than  long-term  production  on  a  present  value  basis.    Therefore,  if  gold 
production  is  moved  forward,  the  value  of  the  Stream  Facility  will  increase  resulting  in  the  recognition  of 
derivative losses in the statement of operations.  The inverse occurs should production be moved later in the 
mine life.  The Company’s revised life of mine plan reflects an overall increase in short-term gold and silver 
production, which resulted in a higher fair value of the Stream Facility and the recognition of a derivative loss 
in the statement of operations. 

The discount rate used to determine the current fair value of future payments under the Stream Facility is 
dependent not only on the Company’s own weighted average cost of capital, but also on market conditions.  
These include inflation, interest rates, economic conditions, both local and industry specific, and other factors 
outside of the Company’s control.  The change in fair value due to a variation in the Company’s credit risk 
must be recorded as a loss or gain in other comprehensive income (“OCI”) rather than in the statement of 
operations. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Income taxes 

Income tax expense of $106 million was recognized during 2023, which is comprised of current and deferred income 
tax  expenses  of  $76.9  million  and  $28.6  million,  respectively,  compared  to  $104  million  during  2022.    Income  tax 
expense during 2022 includes a one-time adjustment to deferred income taxes of $24.1 million relating to a revised 
interpretation of the application of certain tax laws in Ecuador, 

In addition to corporate income taxes in Ecuador which are levied at a rate of 22%, income tax expense includes a 5% 
Ecuadorean withholding tax on the anticipated portion of net income generated from FDN to be paid in the form of 
dividends, and an accrual for the portion of profit sharing payable to the Government of Ecuador, which is calculated 
at a rate of 12% of the estimated net income for tax purposes for the quarter.  The employee portion of profit sharing 
payable, calculated at a rate of 3% of net income for tax purposes, is considered an employee benefit and is included 
in operating expenses.   

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

SUMMARY OF QUARTERLY FINANCIAL RESULTS 

The Company’s quarterly financial statements are reported under IFRS Accounting Standards as applicable to interim 
financial reporting.  The following table provides highlights from the Company’s financial statements over the past eight 
quarters (unaudited). 

Revenues 

Income from mining operations 

Derivative gain (loss) for the period 

Net income for the period 

Basic income per share 
Diluted income per share 

Weighted-average number of common 
shares outstanding 

$ 

$ 

$ 

$ 

$ 
$ 

2023 
Q4 

2023 
Q3 

2023 
Q2 

2023 
Q1 

190,688  $ 

211,172  $ 

243,930  $ 

256,728 

78,051  $ 

99,620  $ 

124,801  $ 

132,708 

(28,634)  $ 

11,678  $ 

321  $ 

(15,434) 

11,062  $ 

53,782  $ 

63,148  $ 

51,465 

0.05  $ 
0.05  $ 

0.23  $ 
0.22  $ 

0.27  $ 
0.26  $ 

0.22 
0.22 

Basic 
Diluted 

  237,665,855 
  239,745,358 

  237,411,813 
  239,583,745 

236,943,432 
239,190,085 

  236,062,529 
  238,123,015 

Additions to property, plant and equipment  $ 

15,791  $ 

15,744  $ 

13,245  $ 

4,384 

Total assets 

Long-term debt (current and long-term) 

Working capital  

Revenues 

Income from mining operations 

Derivative gain (loss) for the period 

Net income (loss) for the period 

Basic income (loss) per share 
Diluted income (loss) per share 

Weighted-average number of common 
shares outstanding 

$ 

$ 

$ 

$ 

$ 

$ 

$ 

$ 
$ 

1,468,209  $ 

1,516,866  $ 

1,508,831  $ 

1,467,040 

305,647  $ 

361,109  $ 

396,588  $ 

434,175 

346,859  $ 

313,794  $ 

268,095  $ 

256,853 

2022 
Q4 

2022 
Q3 

2022 
Q2 

2022 
Q1 

210,961  $ 

210,425  $ 

177,808  $ 

216,472 

92,095  $ 

83,930  $ 

82,522  $ 

111,207 

29,217  $ 

41,838  $ 

39,986  $ 

(34,724) 

(68,259)  $ 

62,673  $ 

55,962  $ 

23,182 

(0.29)  $ 
(0.29)  $ 

0.27  $ 
0.26  $ 

0.24  $ 
0.24  $ 

0.10 
0.10 

Basic 
Diluted 

  235,332,039 
  235,332,039 

  235,165,784 
  236,882,976 

234,933,975 
236,847,992 

  233,809,773 
  235,774,444 

Additions to property, plant and equipment  $ 

15,253  $ 

15,178  $ 

14,532  $ 

9,184 

Total assets 

Long-term debt (current and long-term) 

Working capital  

$ 

$ 

$ 

1,668,865  $ 

1,634,590  $ 

1,664,030  $ 

1,735,223 

667,966  $ 

589,919  $ 

645,724  $ 

752,482 

194,804  $ 

253,673  $ 

253,921  $ 

273,680 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Three months ended December 31, 2023 compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022 

During the fourth quarter of 2023, the Company generated net income of $11.1 million compared to a net loss of $68.3 
million during the same quarter in 2022.  The loss during the fourth quarter of 2022 is principally attributable to the 
accrual of a finance charge of $128 million due to the early repayment of the Gold Prepay Facility and deferred income 
tax adjustment described above. 

Income from mining operations 

The Company generated revenues of $191 million from the sale of 98,005 oz of gold and income from mining operations 
of $78.1 million.  This compares to revenues of $211 million from the sale of 119,890 oz of gold and income from mining 
operations of $92.1 million in the same quarter in 2022.  The decrease is primarily attributable to a decrease in oz 
produced and sold as the increase in mill throughput was offset by a decrease in grade and recoveries. 

Corporate administration 

Corporate administration costs decreased from $4.9 million during the fourth quarter of 2022 to $4.5 million during the 
fourth quarter of 2023 which is mainly due to a decrease in stock-based compensation expense.  It should be noted 
that stock-based compensation is a non-cash cost which reflects the revaluation and amortization of the estimated fair 
value of equity compensation such as share options and units over their vesting period. The fair value of equity awards 
is calculated using complex economic models which rely heavily on the Company’s share price, the performance of its 
peer  group,  and  historical  share  price  volatility.  The  actual  future  value  to  the  holders  of  equity  awards  may  differ 
materially  from  these  estimates  as  it  depends  on  the  trading  price  of  the  Company’s  shares  if  and  when  they  are 
exercised and vesting of some of the equity awards is performance based.  In addition, as the granting of equity awards 
and  their  vesting  is  at  the  discretion  of  the  Board,  the  related  expense  is  unlikely to  be uniform  across  quarters  or 
financial years. 

Exploration expense 

Exploration costs were $8.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to $4.9 million during the fourth quarter of 
2022.  The increase is mainly due to increased drilling at the near-mine program where approximately 13,400 metres 
were drilled during the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to 4,700 metres during the same period in 2022.   

Finance expense 

Finance expense decreased to $20.9 million during the quarter compared to $161 million during the same period in 
2022.    Finance  expense  during  the  fourth  quarter  of  2022 was  impacted  by  the  full  repayment  of  the  Gold  Prepay 
Facility (refer to the same caption under “Year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the year ended December 31, 
2022” earlier in the MD&A for a full description of this expense). 

Derivative gain 

A derivative loss of $28.6 million was recorded during the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to a derivative gain of $29.2 
million in the fourth quarter of 2022 (refer to the same caption under “Year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the 
year ended December 31, 2022” earlier in the MD&A for an explanation derivative gains and losses). 

Income taxes 

Income tax expense decreased from $18.3 million during the fourth quarter of 2022 to $8.5 million during the fourth 
quarter of 2023.  The decrease is due to one-time adjustments in 2022 for deferred income taxes of $24.1 million as 
described above which was offset by the tax effect of the accrual of the finance charge for the full repayment of the 
Gold Prepay Facility. 

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES 

As  at  December  31,  2023,  the  Company  had  cash  of  $268  million  and  a  working  capital  balance  of  $347  million 
compared to cash of $363 million and a working capital balance of $195 million at December 31, 2022. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

The change in cash during 2023 was primarily due to the full repayment of the Gold Prepay Facility of $208 million; full 
repayment  of  the  Senior  Facility  totalling  $193 million, including interest;  principal  repayments, interest and  finance 
charges, including associated taxes, under the Stream Facility totalling $79.9 million; dividends of $94.9 million; and 
cash outflows of $53.5 million relating to investing activities.  This is offset by cash generated from operating activities 
of $519 million, which is net of a $25 million voluntary advance income tax payment to the Government of Ecuador 
during the fourth quarter that will reduce the Company’s corporate income tax payment due in April 2024, and proceeds 
from the exercise of stock options and anti-dilution rights totalling $14.2 million. 

The Stream Facility is the last remaining debt on the Company’s balance sheet following the full repayment of both the 
Gold Prepay Facility and Senior Facility during 2023.  The Company has the option to repay (i) 50% of the Stream 
Facility outstanding on June 30, 2024 for $150 million and / or (ii) the other 50% outstanding on June 30, 2026 for $225 
million. 

Trade receivables 

The majority of trade receivables represent the value of concentrate and doré sold as at period end for which the funds 
are not yet received.  Revenues and related trade receivables for concentrate sales are initially recorded at provisional 
gold prices.  Subsequent determination of final gold prices can range from one to four months after shipment depending 
on  the  customer.    For  sales  that  are  provisionally  priced  at  period  end,  an  estimate  of  the  adjustment  to  the  trade 
receivable is calculated based on the expected month when the final gold price is forecast to be determined and the 
related forward price of gold at the end of the reporting period.  At December 31, 2023, this resulted in an estimated 
increase of $7.8 million ($6.1 million at December 31, 2022) to trade receivables. 

Consistent with industry standards, concentrate sales have relatively long payment terms and are not fully settled until 
concentrate  is  received  by  the  customer  and  related  final  assays  confirmed,  generally  two  to  five  months  after  the 
export sale occurs. 

VAT receivables 

Subject to the submission of monthly claims and their acceptance by the applicable authorities, VAT paid in Ecuador 
by the Company after January 1, 2018 is being refunded or applied, based on the level of export sales in any given 
month, as a credit against other taxes payable.  A portion of the VAT recoverable has been reclassified as current 
assets based on the Company’s assessment of the estimated time for processing VAT claims during the next twelve 
months. 

Advanced royalties 

Advanced royalties are deductible against future royalties on sales payable to the Government of Ecuador at a rate 
equal to the lesser of 50% of the actual future royalties payable in a six-month period or 10% of the total advance 
royalty payment.  A portion of the advance royalty payment is classified as a current asset based on expected utilization 
over the next twelve months. 

Inventories 

Gold inventory is recognized in the ore stockpiles and in-production inventory, comprised principally of concentrate and 
doré  at  site  or  in  transit  to  port  or  to  the  refinery,  with  a  component  of  gold-in-circuit.    Ore  stockpile  inventory  has 
decreased primarily due to lower grade and tonnage in the stockpiles compared to December 31, 2022.  The high value 
of  material  and  supplies,  comprised  of  consumables  and  spare  parts,  reflects  the  Company’s  assessment  of  the 
procurement cycles due to the remoteness of FDN and higher costs of materials and supplies on hand. 

Investment activities 

Investment activities during 2023 are comprised principally of sustaining capital expenditures for the fourth raise of the 
tailings dam and other capital projects.  In addition, preliminary costs were incurred relating to the plant upgrade project. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Liquidity and capital resources 

The Company generated strong operating cash flow during 2023 and expects to continue to do so in 2024 and beyond 
based on its production and AISC guidance.  At current gold prices, this strong operating cash flow will continue to 
support near mine and regional exploration, planned capital expenditures, further plant expansion, growth initiatives 
and regular dividend payments under the approved dividend policy.    

Monthly payments under the Stream Facility are based on 7.75% and 100% of gold and silver oz sold, respectively, 
calculated at the current gold and silver prices at the end of each month, less $404 and $4.04 per oz (the “Base Prices”), 
respectively.  The Base Prices increase by 1% annually in February of each year.  The increase in repayments under 
the Stream Facility during 2023 compared to 2022 is driven by the increase in oz. sold and higher spot prices of gold 
at time of repayment.    

FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS 

The Company’s financial instruments include cash, cash equivalents and certain receivables, which are categorized as 
financial  assets  at  amortized cost,  and  accounts  payable and  accrued liabilities,  which  are  categorized  as  financial 
liabilities at amortized cost.  The fair value of these financial instruments approximates their carrying values due to the 
short-term nature of these instruments.  In addition, the Stream Facility and offtake commitment have been classified 
as financial liabilities at fair value.  Further, provisionally priced trade receivables of $93.0 million (December 31, 2022 
- $86.4 million) are measured at fair value using quoted forward market prices. 

The Company’s financial instruments are exposed to a variety of financial risks by virtue of its activities. 

Currency risk 

Lundin  Gold  is  a  Canadian  company,  with  foreign  operations  in  Ecuador.    Revenues  generated  and  expenditures 
incurred  in  Ecuador  are  primarily  denominated  in  U.S.  dollars,  as  are  its  loan  facilities.    However,  equity  capital,  if 
needed,  is  typically  raised  in  Canadian  dollars.    As  such,  the  Company  is  subject  to  risk  due  to  fluctuations  in  the 
exchange rates of foreign currencies.  Although the Company does not enter into derivative financial instruments to 
manage its exposure, the Company tries to manage this risk by maintaining most of its cash in U.S. dollars.   

Credit risk 

Credit  risk  is  the  risk  of  a  financial  loss  to  the  Company  if  a  counterparty  to  a  financial  instrument  fails  to  meet  its 
contractual obligations.  The majority of the Company’s cash is held in large financial institutions with a high investment 
grade rating.  The Company is also subject to credit risk associated with its trade receivables.  The Company manages 
this risk by only selling to a small group of reputable customers with strong financial statements. 

Concentration of credit risk 

Cash and cash equivalents are held with high quality financial institutions.  Substantially all of the Company’s cash and 
cash equivalents held with financial institutions exceed government-insured limits.  The Company has established a 
treasury policy that seeks to minimize its credit risk by entering into transactions with investment grade creditworthy 
and reputable financial institutions and by monitoring the credit standing of those financial institutions.  The Company 
seeks to limit the amount of exposure with any one counterparty in accordance with its established treasury policy. 

Interest rate risk 

The Company is subject to interest rate risk with respect to the fair value of long-term debt which are accounted for at 
fair value through profit or loss.   

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Liquidity risk 

Liquidity  risk  is  the  risk  that  the  Company  will  not  be  able  to  meet  its  obligations  as  they  become  due.    Cash  flow 
forecasting is performed regularly to monitor the Company’s liquidity requirements to ensure it has sufficient cash to 
always meet its operational needs.  In addition, management is actively involved in the review, planning and approval 
of significant expenditures and commitments.   

Commodity price risk 

The Company is subject to commodity price risk from fluctuations in the market prices of gold and silver.  Commodity 
price risks are affected by many factors that are outside the Company’s control including global or regional consumption 
patterns, the supply of and demand for metals, speculative activities, the availability and costs of substitutes, inflation, 
and political and economic conditions.  The Company has not hedged the price of any commodity at this time. 

The fair value of a portion of the Company’s trade receivables as well as the Stream Facility are impacted by fluctuations 
of commodity prices. 

COMMITMENTS 

Significant capital expenditures contracted as at December 31, 2023 but not recognized as liabilities are as follows: 

2024 
2025 
2026 

Total  

Capital 
expenditures 

$ 

$ 

15,016 
1,096 
- 

16,112 

The Company’s sales are subject to a 5% net smelter royalty payable to the Government of Ecuador and a 1% net 
revenue royalty payable to third parties. 

OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS 

During the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 there were no off-balance sheet transactions.  
The Company has not entered into any specialized financial arrangements to minimize its currency risk. 

OUTSTANDING SHARE DATA 

As at the date of this MD&A, there were 238,146,346 common shares issued and outstanding.  There were also stock 
options outstanding to purchase a total of 3,308,671 common shares, 562,852 restricted share units with a performance 
criteria, 175,201 restricted share units, and 13,467 deferred share units. 

OUTLOOK 

Gold production at FDN in 2024 is projected to be between 450,000 to 500,000 oz based on an average throughput 
rate of 4,500 tpd as previously announced.  This is based on average recoveries of 89% and average head grade of 
9.9 g/t, with variations expected during the year.  The $36 million Process Plant Expansion Project to increase plant 
throughput to 5,000 tpd by the end of 2024 and improve metallurgical recoveries with the addition of three Jameson 
cells commenced during the fourth quarter of 2023. With the installation of the Jameson technology in late 2024, the 
Company expects gold recoveries to improve by approximately 3%.   

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Cash operating costs1 are estimated to average between $680 and $740 per oz of gold sold in 2024 and AISC1 is 
expected to average between $820 and $890 per oz of gold sold, based on an assumed gold price of $1,900/oz and 
silver price of $22.50/oz.  Both cash operating costs1 and AISC1 will vary throughout the year.  These cost estimates 
are based on slightly higher unit costs compared to 2023 mainly due to increased royalties resulting from the increase 
in assumed gold price.  

Total sustaining capital in 2024 is expected to range between $35 to $45 million and will include conversion drilling, 
preliminary  works  for  future  tailings  storage  facility  (“TSF”)  expansion,  implementation  of  a  mine  dispatch  system, 
upgrade of camp facilities, replacement of mobile equipment and a few projects that will be carried over from 2023, 
such as upgrades to the wastewater treatment plants and upgrades to mine maintenance and administration facilities. 

Based on the results of its 2023 conversion drilling program, the Company intends to release updated estimates of 
Mineral Reserves and Resources for FDN near the end of the first quarter of 2024.  Lundin Gold also expects to expand 
its near-mine and regional exploration programs with a planned 56,000 metres of drilling in 2024 utilizing a minimum of 
nine rigs.  Approximately 46,000 metres of drilling is planned at the near-mine program with an estimated cost of $30 
million. Underground drilling will continue exploring below the current FDN resource envelope, while surface drilling will 
primarily focus on the FDNS and Bonza Sur targets, as well as other targets to the north and east of FDN.  Five surface 
rigs  are  currently  drilling,  two  of  them  exploring  Bonza  Sur,  two  along  the  south  and  north  extensions  of  FDN 
respectively, and one at FDN East. 

The regional program will focus on several exploration targets located in the 16 kilometre long Suarez Basin, with the 
objective of identifying new epithermal systems. Approximately 10,000 metres of drilling is planned for the 2024 regional 
program and is estimated to cost $12 million. The 2024 exploration drilling program is expected to be the largest ever 
conducted on the land package hosting FDN. 

The Company anticipates continuing to declare quarterly dividends of at least $0.10 per share, which is equivalent to 
approximately $100 million annually, based on currently issued and outstanding shares.   

1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section in this MD&A. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

NON-IFRS MEASURES 

This MD&A refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA, adjusted 
EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all-in sustaining cost, free cash flow, free cash flow per share, and adjusted 
earnings,  which  are  not  recognized  under  IFRS  Accounting  Standards  and  do  not  have  a  standardized  meaning 
prescribed  by  IFRS  Accounting  Standards.    These  measures  may  differ  from  those  made  by  other companies  and 
accordingly may not be comparable to such measures as reported by other companies.  These measures have been 
derived from the Company’s financial statements because the Company believes that they are of assistance in the 
understanding of the results of operations and its financial position. 

Average realized gold price per oz sold 

Average  realized  gold  price  is  a  metric  used  to  better  understand  the  gold  price  realized  during  a  period.    This  is 
calculated as sales for the period plus treatment and refining charges less silver sales divided by gold oz sold.   

Three months ended  
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

Year ended  
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

Revenues 

$ 

190,688  $ 

210,961  $ 

902,518  $ 

815,666 

Treatment and refining charges 
Less: silver revenues 

10,101 
(2,722) 

8,995 
(2,461) 

39,206 
(12,755) 

34,947 
(9,481) 

Gold sales 

Gold oz sold 

$ 

198,067  $ 

217,495  $ 

928,969  $ 

841,132 

98,005 

119,890 

474,365 

470,103 

Average realized gold price 

$ 

2,021  $ 

1,814  $ 

1,958  $ 

1,789 

EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA 

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (“EBITDA”) is a metric used to better understand the 
financial performance of the Company by computing earnings from business operations without including the effects of 
capital structure, tax rates and depreciation.  Adjusted EBITDA is EBITDA excluding items which are considered not 
indicative of underlying business operations. 

Three months ended  
December 31, 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

2023 

2022 

Net income (loss) for the period 

  $ 

11,062  $ 

(68,259)  $ 

179,457  $ 

73,558 

Adjusted for: 

Finance expense 
Finance income 
Income tax expense 
Depletion and depreciation 

20,933 
(4,362) 
8,532 
31,109 

160,630 
(2,862) 
18,327 
33,438 

85,269 
(12,964) 
105,581 
136,633 

240,799 
(5,088) 
103,716 
130,675 

EBITDA 

  $ 

67,274  $ 

141,274  $ 

493,976  $ 

543,660 

Derivative loss (gain) 

28,634 

(29,217) 

32,069 

(76,317) 

Adjusted EBITDA 

  $ 

95,908  $ 

112,057  $ 

526,045  $ 

467,343 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Adjusted Earnings and adjusted basic earning per share 

Adjusted  earnings  and  adjusted  basic  earnings  per  share  can  be  used  to  measure  and  may  assist  in  evaluating 
operating earning trends in comparison with results from prior periods by excluding specific items that are significant, 
but not reflective of the underlying and ongoing operating activities of the Company.  Presently, these include derivative 
gains or losses, and related income tax effects, from accounting for the gold prepay and stream facilities at fair value; 
and for the fourth quarter of 2022 and the 2022 Year, they also include the accrued finance charge on early prepayment 
of  the  gold  prepay  facility.    Adjusted basic earnings  per  share  is  calculated using  the  weighted  average number  of 
shares outstanding under the basic method of earnings per share as determined under IFRS Accounting Standards. 

Three months ended  
December 31, 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

2023 

2022 

Net income for the period 

  $ 

11,062  $ 

(68,259)  $ 

179,457  $ 

73,558 

Adjusted for: 

Finance charge on early 
prepayment of gold prepay 
Derivative loss (gain) 
Income tax expense (recovery) 
relating to derivative loss (gain) 

- 
28,634 

128,499 
(29,217) 

- 
32,069 

128,499 
(76,317) 

(6,460) 

2,561 

(7,216) 

(737) 

Adjusted earnings 

  $ 

33,236  $ 

33,584  $ 

204,310  $ 

125,003 

Basic weighted average shares 
outstanding 

237,665,855 

235,332,039 

237,026,367 

234,815,536 

Adjusted basic earnings per share 

  $ 

0.14  $ 

0.14  $ 

0.86  $ 

0.53 

Cash operating cost per oz 

Cash operating cost per oz sold, combined with revenues, can be used to evaluate the Company’s performance and 
ability to generate operating income and cash flow from operating activities.  Cash operating costs include operating 
expenses and royalty expenses. 

Three months ended  
December 31, 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

2023 

2022 

$ 

$ 

$ 

70,998  $ 
10,534 

74,461  $ 
11,004 

278,802  $ 

51,934 

268,816 
46,458 

81,532  $ 

85,465  $ 

330,736  $ 

315,274 

98,005 

119,890 

474,365 

470,103

832  $ 

713  $ 

697  $ 

671 

Operating expenses 
Royalty expenses 

Cash operating costs 

Gold oz sold 

Cash operating cost per oz sold 

All-in sustaining cost 

AISC  provides  information  on  the  total  cost  associated  with  producing  gold  and  has  been  calculated  on  a  basis 
consistent with historic news releases by the Company. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

The  Company  calculates  AISC  as  the  sum  of  total  cash  operating  costs  (as  described  above),  corporate  social 
responsibility costs, treatment and refining charges, accretion of restoration provision, and sustaining capital, less silver 
revenue, all divided by gold oz sold to arrive at a per oz amount. 

Other companies may calculate this measure differently as a result of differences in underlying principles and policies 
applied. 

Three months ended  
December 31, 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

2023 

2022 

Cash operating costs 
Corporate social responsibility 
Treatment and refining charges 
Accretion of restoration provision 
Sustaining capital 
Less: silver revenues 

$ 

81,532  $ 
572 
10,101 
167 
14,449 
(2,722) 

85,465  $ 
480 
8,995 
153 
11,132 
(2,461) 

330,736  $ 
2,260 
39,206 
669 
47,822 
(12,755) 

315,274 
1,727 
34,947 
611 
35,542 
(9,481) 

All-in sustaining cost 

$ 

104,099  $ 

103,764  $ 

407,938  $ 

378,620 

Gold oz sold  

98,005 

119,890 

474,365 

470,103

All-in sustaining cost per oz sold 

$ 

1,062  $ 

865  $ 

860  $ 

805 

Free cash flow and free cash flow per share 

Free cash flow is indicative of the Company’s ability to generate cash from operations after consideration for required 
capital expenditures, including related VAT impact, necessary to maintain operations and interest and finance charge 
paid on its debt obligations. Free cash flow is defined as cash flow provided by operating activities, less cash used for 
investing activities and interest and finance charge paid. 

Three months ended  
December 31, 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2023 

2022 

2023 

2022 

Net cash provided by operating 
activities 

$ 

92,574 

$ 

133,390 

$ 

519,395 

$ 

426,145 

Net cash used for investing activities 
Interest paid 
Finance charge paid 

(13,749) 
(3,694) 
(12,801) 

(15,481) 
(7,188) 
(19,542) 

(53,483) 
(19,843) 
(182,596) 

(60,068) 
(27,875) 
(68,767) 

Free cash flow 

$ 

62,330  $ 

91,179  $ 

263,473  $ 

269,435 

Basic weighted average shares 
outstanding 

237,665,855 

235,332,039 

237,026,367 

234,815,536 

Free cash flow per share 

$ 

0.26  $ 

0.39  $ 

1.11  $ 

1.15 

CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES 

The Company's material accounting policies are presented in Note 3 in the Notes to the audited consolidated financial 
statements for the year ended December 31, 2023.   

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

The  preparation  of  consolidated  financial  statements  requires  management  to  make  judgments,  estimates  and 
assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets and liabilities, and expenses.  The 
estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are believed 
to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis of making the judgements about carrying 
values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources.  Actual results may differ from these 
estimates. 

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis.  Revisions to accounting estimates are 
recognized in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period or in the period of the 
revision and further periods if the review affects both current and future periods. 

Significant assumptions about the future and other sources of estimation uncertainty that management has made at 
the end of the reporting period that have a significant risk of resulting in a material adjustment to the carrying amounts 
of assets and liabilities in the event that the actual results differ from assumptions made, relate to, but are not limited 
to, the following: 

Mineral reserves and resources 

The Company estimates its mineral reserves and resources based on information compiled and reviewed by qualified 
persons as defined in accordance with NI 43-101 requirements.  The estimation of mineral reserves and resources 
requires judgment to interpret geological data and metallurgical testing, design of appropriate mining methods, recovery 
methods and establishment of a life of mine production schedule.  The estimation of recoverable reserves is also based 
on assumptions such as capital costs, operating costs and metal pricing.  New geological data or changes in the above 
assumptions may change the economic viability of reserves and may, ultimately, result in the reserves being revised.  
Changes  in  the  reserve  or  resource  estimates  may  impact  the  fair  value  of  financial  instruments,  the  valuation  of 
property, plant and equipment and mineral properties, the depletion and depreciation of property, plant and equipment 
and mineral properties, utilization of tax losses and decommissioning and site restoration provisions. 

Fair value of financial instruments 

The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active market are determined using valuation techniques.  
The  Company  uses  its  judgment  to select  a variety  of  methods  and makes  significant assumptions  that are mainly 
based on market conditions existing at initial recognition and at the end of each reporting period.  Refer to Note 20 of 
the audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023 for further details on the methods 
and assumptions utilized.   

Assessment of impairment indicators 

Management applies significant judgement in assessing whether indicators of impairment exist for a cash generating 
unit which would necessitate impairment testing.  Internal and external factors such as significant changes in the use 
of the asset, commodity prices, foreign exchange rates, capital and production forecasts, mineral reserve and resource 
quantities,  and  discount  rates  are  used  by  management  in  determining  whether  there  are  any  indicators.    As  at 
December  31,  2023,  management did  not  identify  any  impairment  indicators  on the  Company’s  mineral  properties, 
property, plant and equipment. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Deferred taxes 

Deferred tax provisions are calculated by the Company while the actual amounts of income tax expense are not final 
until tax returns are filed and accepted by the relevant authorities.  Judgment is required in assessing whether deferred 
tax assets and certain deferred tax liabilities are recognized on the balance sheet, in interpreting applicable tax laws, 
and what tax rate is expected to be applied in the year when the related temporary differences reverse.  Deferred tax 
liabilities  arising  from  temporary  differences  are  recognized  unless  the  reversal  of  the  temporary  differences  is  not 
expected to occur in the foreseeable future and can be controlled.  Assumptions about the generation of future taxable 
profits  and  repatriation  of  retained  earnings  depend  on  management’s  estimates  of  future  production  and  sales 
volumes,  gold  prices,  reserves  and  resources,  operating  costs,  decommissioning  and  restoration  costs,  capital 
expenditures, dividends and other capital management transactions.  These estimates and judgments are subject to 
risk and uncertainty and could result in an adjustment to the deferred tax provision and a corresponding credit or charge 
to profit. 

Decommissioning and site restoration provisions 

The  Company  has  obligations  for  site  restoration  and  decommissioning  related  to  Fruta  del  Norte.    The  future 
obligations for decommissioning and site restoration activities are estimated by the Company using mine closure plans 
or other similar studies which outline the requirements that will be carried out to meet the obligations.  The provision 
for decommissioning and site restoration is remeasured at the end of each reporting period for changes in estimates 
or  circumstances.    Changes  in  estimates  or  circumstances  include  changes  in  legal  or  regulatory  requirements, 
increased obligations arising from additional mining and exploration activities, changes to cost estimates, and changes 
to risk-free interest rates. 

QUALIFIED PERSON 

The technical information relating to Fruta del Norte contained in this MD&A has been reviewed and approved by Ron 
Hochstein  P.  Eng,  Lundin  Gold’s  President  &  CEO  who  is  a  Qualified  Person  under  NI  43-101.    The  disclosure  of 
exploration information contained in this MD&A was prepared by Andre Oliveira P.Geo, Vice President, Exploration of 
the Company, who is a Qualified Person in accordance with the requirements of NI 43-101. 

FINANCIAL INFORMATION 

The report for the three months ended March 31, 2024 is expected to be published on or about May 8, 2024. 

DISCLOSURE CONTROLS AND INTERNAL CONTROLS OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING 

Disclosure controls and procedures 

Disclosure  controls  and  procedures  are  designed  to  provide  reasonable  assurance  that  information  required  to  be 
disclosed by the Company in its annual filings, interim filings or other reports filed or submitted by it under securities 
legislation  is  recorded,  processed,  summarized  and  reported  within  the  time  periods  specified  in  the  securities 
legislation and include controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the 
Company in its annual filings, interim filings or other reports filed or submitted under securities legislation is accumulated 
and communicated to the Company’s management, including its Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, 
as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.   

Management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the 
design  and  operation  of  the  Company’s  disclosure  controls  and  procedures.    As  of  December  31,  2023,  the  Chief 
Executive  Officer  and  Chief  Financial  Officer  have  each  concluded  that  the  Company’s  disclosure  controls  and 
procedures, as defined in NI 52-109 - Certification of Disclosure in Issuer’s Annual and Interim Filings, are effective to 
achieve the purpose for which they have been designed.  

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Internal controls over financial reporting 

Internal  controls  over  financial  reporting  are  designed  to  provide  reasonable  assurance  regarding  the  reliability  of 
financial  reporting  and  the  preparation  of  financial  statements  in  accordance  with  IFRS  Accounting  Standards.  
Management is also responsible for the design of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting in order to 
provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements 
for external purposes in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards.   

The  Company’s  internal  controls  over  financial  reporting  include  policies  and  procedures  that:  pertain  to  the 
maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and disposition of assets; 
provide  reasonable  assurance  that  transactions  are  recorded  as  necessary  to  permit  preparation  of  the  financial 
statements in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards and that receipts and expenditures are being made only in 
accordance  with  authorization  of  management  and  directors  of  the  Company;  and  provide  reasonable  assurance 
regarding  prevention  or  timely  detection  of  unauthorized  acquisition,  use  or disposition  of  assets  that could  have a 
material effect on the financial statements. 

Management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the 
design and operation of the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting.  As of December 31, 2023, the Chief 
Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have each concluded that the Company’s internal controls over financial 
reporting, as defined in NI 52-109 - Certification of Disclosure in Issuer’s Annual and Interim Filings, are effective to 
achieve the purpose for which they have been designed.  

Because of their inherent limitations, internal controls over financial reporting can provide only reasonable assurance 
and may not prevent or detect misstatements.  Furthermore, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future 
periods are subject  to  the  risk  that  controls  may become  inadequate  because of changes  in  conditions,  or  that  the 
degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate. 

RISK FACTORS 

There are a number of factors that could negatively affect Lundin Gold’s business and the value of its common shares, 
including the factors listed below. The following information pertains to the outlook and conditions currently known to 
Lundin Gold that could have a material impact on the financial condition of the Company. Other factors may arise that 
are not currently foreseen by management of Lundin Gold that may present additional risks in the future. Current and 
prospective security holders of Lundin Gold should carefully consider these risk factors. 

Instability in Ecuador 

The Company is subject to certain risks and possible political and economic instability specific to Ecuador, arising from 
change of government, political unrest, labour disputes, invalidation of government orders, permits or property rights, 
legal proceedings and referendums seeking to suspend mining activities, unsupportive local and regional governments, 
risk of corruption, military repression, war, civil disturbances, criminal and terrorist acts, hostage taking, changes in 
laws,  expropriation,  nationalization,  renegotiation  or  nullification  of  existing  concessions,  agreements,  licenses  or 
permits and changes to monetary or taxation policies. The occurrence of any of these risks may adversely affect the 
mining industry, mineral exploration and mining activities generally or the Company specifically and could result in the 
impairment or loss of mineral concessions or other mineral rights. 

Shifts in political attitudes or changes in laws that may result in, among other things, significant changes to mining laws 
or any laws, regulations or policies are beyond the control of Lundin Gold and may adversely affect its business. The 
Company faces the risk that governments or courts may adopt substantially different policies or interpretation of laws, 
which might extend to the expropriation of assets or increased government participation in the mining sector. In addition, 
changes  in  resource  development  or  investment policies,  increases in  taxation  rates  or changes  to  tax  regulations, 
higher mining fees and royalty payments, revocation or cancellation of mining concession rights or shifts in political 
attitudes in Ecuador may adversely affect Lundin Gold’s business. 

Ecuador is experiencing a period of instability.  In 2023, former President Guillermo Lasso did not complete his term 
due  to  the  triggering  of  “muerte  cruzada”,  a  constitutional  mechanism  whereby  the  Presidency  and  the  National 
Assembly was dissolved, and elections were held.  A new National Assembly was elected and Daniel Noboa, from the 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

National Democratic Action (ADN) party, was elected to assume the presidency in November 2023 for a period of 18 
months, being the balance of Former President Lasso’s term.  It is uncertain if President Noboa’s presidency will bring 
stability  to  the  country  given  a  variety  of  challenges  including,  but  not  limited  to,  lack  of  majority  in  the  National 
Assembly, the significant national debt, the security situation, the condition of the economy and the brevity of President 
Noboa’s term. The instability present in Ecuador, and overall risks associated with foreign operations, may impact the 
Company’s operations and financial results.  In addition, this instability could impact the Company’s ability to obtain 
financing in the future or to obtain such financing on terms favourable to the Company. This may, in turn, impact the 
Company’s ability to execute on further acquisitions, developments or exploration if financing is required.  

Exploration,  development  or  operations  may  also  be  affected  to  varying  degrees  by  government  regulations  with 
respect  to,  but  not  limited  to,  restrictions  on  future  exploration,  development  and  production,  price  controls,  export 
controls, income taxes, labour and immigration, and by delays in obtaining or the inability to obtain necessary permits, 
opposition to mining from environmental and other non-governmental organizations, limitations on foreign ownership, 
expropriation of property, ownership of assets, environmental legislation, labour relations, limitations on repatriation of 
income and return of capital, high rates of inflation, increased financing costs and site safety. In addition, the legislative 
uncertainty  regarding  the  consultation  process  for  environmental  licenses  may  pose  a  risk  for  future  permitting  of 
exploration  activity  near  protected  forests  and  the  need  to  carry  out  consultation  activities  prior  to  the  start  of  any 
activities. These factors may affect both Lundin Gold’s ability to undertake exploration and development activities in 
respect of future properties in the manner contemplated, as well as its ability to continue to explore, develop and operate 
those properties in which it has an interest or in respect of which it has obtained exploration and development rights to 
date.   

Community Relations 

The Company’s relationships with communities near where it operates and other stakeholders are critical to ensure the 
future  success  of  Fruta  del  Norte  and  the  exploration  and  development  of  the  Company’s  other  concessions.  The 
Company’s mineral concessions, including Fruta del Norte, are located near rural communities, some of which contain 
groups that have been opposed to mining activities from time to time in the past, which may affect the operations at 
Fruta del Norte and its exploration and development activities on its other concessions in the short and long term.  The 
Company prioritizes sourcing goods and services locally, where possible.  The Company’s local procurement activities 
and  employment,  however,  may  not  meet  the  expectations  of  local  communities  which  may  negatively  impact 
community relations.  Furthermore, local communities may be influenced by external entities, groups or organizations 
opposed to mining activities. In recent years, anti-mining nongovernmental organization (“NGO”) and indigenous group 
activities in Ecuador have increased. These communities, NGOs and indigenous groups have taken such actions as 
civil unrest, road closures, work stoppages and legal challenges. Such actions may have a material adverse effect on 
Lundin Gold’s operations at Fruta del Norte and on its exploration activities and on its financial position, cash flow and 
results of operations. While the Company is committed to operating in a socially responsible manner, there can be no 
assurance that the Company’s efforts in this respect will mitigate this potential risk. 

Forecasts Relating to Production and Costs 

Lundin  Gold  provides  estimates  of  future  production  (including  production  rate,  gold  grade  and  milling  recovery 
estimates) and future costs for Fruta del Norte, including cash operating cost, AISC, and capital cost estimates.  No 
assurance can be given that production-related and financial-related estimates will be achieved.   Estimates are based 
on, among other things: the accuracy of Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource estimates and related information, 
analyses  and  interpretations  (including  with  respect  to  any  updates  or  anticipated  updates);  the  accuracy  of 
assumptions, including assumptions about Lundin Gold’s business and operations and that no significant event will 
occur outside of normal course of business and operations and assumptions about commodity prices (including the 
price of gold); ore grades and recovery rates, ground conditions, metallurgical characteristics; the accuracy of estimated 
rates and costs of mining and processing and mill availability; the completion of the mill expansion; and, the receipt and 
maintenance of permits.  

Failure to achieve production, gold grade, cash flow and capital and operating cost estimates could have an adverse 
impact on the Company’s future cash flows, earnings, results of operations and financial condition. The Company’s 
economic performance forecasts, including cash flow forecasts and costs, may be impacted by the production outlook. 
Failure  to  meet  production  targets  will  have  an  adverse  effect  on  cash  flows,  earnings  and  the  Company’s  overall 
financial condition. Actual production rate, gold grade, milling recovery, cash flow and costs may vary from estimates 
for a variety of reasons, including, among other things: varying estimates of grade, tonnage, dilution, metallurgical and 
other characteristics; short-term operating factors relating to the Mineral Reserves, such as the need for sequential 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

development of ore bodies and the processing of new or different ore types or grades; changes in commodity prices 
(primarily the price of gold); mine or equipment failures, risk and hazards associated with mining; natural phenomena, 
such as extreme weather conditions, underground floods, earthquakes, ground control issues, rock bursts and cave-
ins; encountering unusual or unexpected geological conditions; shortages of principal supplies needed for mining and 
milling operations, including explosives, fuels, chemical reagents, water, power, equipment parts and lubricants; plant 
and  equipment  failure;  and  other  risks  which  impact  operations  and  financial  performance  outlined  in  these  “Risk 
Factors”. 

Mining Operations 

The Company’s operations can be subject to risks and hazards that are inherent in the mining industry, including, but 
not limited to, unanticipated variations in grade and other geological problems, underground conditions, backfill quality 
or availability, metallurgy, variability of ore types and other processing issues, critical equipment or process failure, the 
lack of availability of input materials and equipment, disruption to power supply, geotechnical incidents such as falls of 
ground underground, subsidence or landslides, accidents, labour force disruptions, supply chain/logistics disruptions, 
force majeure events, unanticipated transportation disruptions or costs, consumable prices or availability and weather 
conditions, any of which can materially and adversely affect, among other things, the safety of personnel, production 
quantities and rates, costs and expenditures, and contractual obligations. 

Consequently,  there  is  a  risk that  Fruta  del  Norte may encounter problems  or  be subject  to  delays or  suspensions 
resulting from these operating risks which could occur and which may have material adverse consequences for Lundin 
Gold, including its operating results, cash flow, and financial condition. 

Security 

The Company is exposed to various levels of safety and security risks which could result in injury or death, theft or 
damage to property, work stoppages, or blockades of its mining operations. Recently, Ecuador has experienced periods 
of heightened security risk.  Risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, terrorism, hostage taking, extortion, 
gang activities, military repression, labour unrest and war or civil unrest. Opposition to mining could arise and such 
opposition may be violent. Resistance or unrest in Ecuador could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s 
operations, including supply chains and logistics, and profitability. 

Non-Compliance with Laws and Regulations and Compliance Costs 

Lundin Gold, its subsidiaries, its business and its operations are subject to various laws and regulations. The costs 
associated with compliance with such laws and regulations may require significant cash and financial expenditure and 
could pose operational challenges, which may have a material adverse effect on the Company or the operation of Fruta 
del Norte. 

There is a risk that the Company may fail to comply with a legal or regulatory requirement or interpretation, which may, 
lead to the revocation of certain rights or to penalties or fees and in enforcement actions thereunder, including orders 
issued  by  regulatory  or  judicial  authorities  causing  operations  to  cease  or  be  curtailed  and  may  include  corrective 
measures  requiring  capital  expenditures,  installation  of  additional  equipment,  or  remedial  actions.  In  addition,  the 
Company may be required to compensate those suffering loss or damage arising from its non-compliant activities and 
may have civil or criminal fines or penalties imposed for violations of applicable laws or regulations and, in particular, 
environmental laws. Failure to comply strictly with applicable laws, regulations and local practices relating to mineral 
rights could result in loss, reduction or expropriation of entitlements. Any of the foregoing may have a material adverse 
effect on the Company or the operation of Fruta del Norte. 

Tax Changes in Ecuador 

Tax  regimes  in  Ecuador  may  be  subject  to  differing  interpretations  and  are  subject  to  change  without  notice.  
Increasingly,  the  fiscal  condition  of  the  country  is driving  the  Government  to  focus  on  tax  reforms.  The  Company’s 
interpretation of tax law as applied to its transactions and activities may differ with that of the tax authorities, including 
the introduction  of  new  or  modified  taxes,  and  may  be  disputed,  notwithstanding  the  economic stability  provided  to 
Lundin Gold under its Exploitation Agreement and Investment Protection Agreement. As a result, the taxation applicable 
to transactions and operations may be challenged or revised by the tax authorities, which could result in significant 
additional taxes, penalties and/or interest and could impact the Company’s cash flow forecasts, operating costs and 
AISC.   

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

There is a risk that restrictions on the repatriation of earnings from Ecuador to foreign entities will be imposed in the 
future and Lundin Gold has no control over withholding tax rates. In addition, there is a risk that laws and regulations 
in Ecuador may result in a capital gains tax on profits derived from the sale of shares, ownership interests and other 
rights, such as exploration rights, of companies with permanent establishments in the country. It is unknown at this time 
what, if any, liability the Company or its subsidiaries may be subject to as a result of the application of this law. There 
is a risk that the Company’s access to financing may be limited as a result of indirect taxation. 

The Company’s operating subsidiary pays VAT on goods and services required for Fruta del Norte and is eligible to 
receive a credit against future VAT payable.  There is a risk that the tax authority in Ecuador may deny the Company’s 
VAT  claims  or  unduly  delay  the  processing  of  VAT  refunds,  which  could  have  a  material  adverse  effect  on  Lundin 
Gold’s financial position or cash flow.   

Waste Disposal/Tailings 

The  Company  recognizes  that  tailings  management  is  one  of  the  most  material  environmental  issues  for  mining 
companies globally. Mining operations generate residual materials from mining and processing in the form of tailings 
containing chemicals and metals. The tailings are stored in an engineered TSF and maintaining the integrity of the TSF 
requires appropriate engineering design, quality construction, quality control, ongoing operating discipline with respect 
to  maintenance  and  monitoring,  in  addition  to  effective governance  processes.  The  TSF may be  subject  to  ground 
movements, deteriorating ground conditions, or extraordinary weather events. 

Although  the  Company  conducts  extensive  maintenance  and  monitoring,  engages  external  consultants  and  incurs 
significant costs to maintain the TSF, unanticipated failures or damage as well as changes to laws and regulations may 
occur that could cause injuries, production loss, environmental damage which may affect nearby communities, a loss 
event in excess of insurance coverage, reputational damage, potential for a temporary shutdown of a portion or all of 
the  operations  at  Fruta  del  Norte,  or  other  materially  adverse  effects  on  the  Company’s  operations  and  financial 
condition resulting in significant monetary losses, restrictions on operations and/or legal liability.  

Additionally, Fruta del Norte relies on successive raises of the TSF in order meet tailings capacity requirements, the 
schedule  of  which  relies  upon  production  estimates  and  other  assumptions,  and  may,  in  the  future,  require  a  new 
tailings location. The Company’s ability to meet those obligations relies on a number of factors, which may include 
financing,  permitting,  and  identifying an  appropriate location.  The  Company’s  inability  to  do  so may  make  potential 
expansion of FDN not possible or not economically viable.  

Government or Regulatory Approvals 

Lundin  Gold’s  exploration  and  development activities  and  its  operations  depend  on its ability  to obtain, maintain  or 
renew  various  mineral  rights,  licenses,  permits,  authorizations  and  regulatory  approvals  (collectively,  “Rights”  and 
individually  a  “Right”)  from  various  governmental  and  quasi-governmental  authorities.  Government  work  stoppages 
may  also  impact  the  Company’s  ability  to  obtain,  maintain  or  renew  certain  Rights.  Lundin  Gold’s  ability  to  obtain, 
maintain or renew such Rights on acceptable terms and on a timely basis is subject to changes in regulations and 
policies and to the discretion of the applicable governmental and quasi-governmental bodies. Lundin Gold may not be 
able to obtain, maintain or renew its Rights or its Rights may not be obtainable on reasonable terms or on a timely 
basis. It is possible that previously issued Rights may become suspended or revoked for a variety of reasons, including 
through government or court action.  A delay in obtaining any such Rights, the imposition of unfavourable terms or 
conditions on any Rights or the denial of any Right may have a material adverse effect on Lundin Gold’s business, 
financial condition, results of operations and prospects and, in particular, the development and operations of Fruta del 
Norte. 

Environmental Compliance 

All  of  Lundin  Gold’s  exploration,  development  and  production  activities  are  subject  to  extensive  environmental 
regulation.  These  regulations  address,  among  other  things,  the  emissions  into  the  air,  discharges  into  water, 
management of waste, management of tailings, management and shipment of hazardous substances, protection of 
natural resources, antiquities and endangered species and reclamation of lands disturbed by mining operations. 

Some laws and regulations may impose penalties for environmental contamination, which could subject the Company 
to liability for the conduct of others or for its own actions that followed all applicable laws at the time such actions were 
taken. Environmental legislation is evolving in a manner that will result in stricter standards and enforcement, increased 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

fines and penalties for non-compliance, potential for a temporary shutdown of a portion or all of the operations at Fruta 
del Norte until non-compliance is corrected, more stringent environmental assessments of proposed projects and mine 
closure plans and a heightened degree of responsibility for companies and their officers, directors and employees. Any 
future changes in environmental regulation could adversely affect the Company’s ability to conduct its operations. 

The Company may need to address contamination at Fruta del Norte or its exploration properties in the future, either 
for existing environmental conditions or for leaks or discharges that may arise from the Company’s ongoing operations 
and activities or from those of third parties, such as contractors, artisanal miners or others accessing Lundin Gold’s 
properties.  Contamination from hazardous substances at any of Lundin Gold’s properties may subject it to material 
liability for the investigation or remediation of contamination, as well as for claims seeking to recover for related property 
damage, personal injury or damage to natural resources. 

Gold Price 

The Company’s earnings, cash flow, ability to pay dividends and financial condition are subject to risk due to fluctuations 
in the market price of gold. Gold prices have historically fluctuated widely. The price of gold is affected by numerous 
factors beyond Lundin Gold’s control, including levels of supply and demand, global or regional consumptive patterns, 
level of investment activity, purchases or sales by government central banks, increased production due to new mine 
developments  and  improved  mining  and  production  methods,  speculative  activities  related  to  the  sale  of  metals, 
availability and costs of investment substitutes, international economic and political conditions, interest rates, currency 
values and inflation. 

A dramatic decline in the gold price could cause Fruta del Norte’s operations to be uneconomic. Depending on the 
price of gold, the Company’s cash flow may be insufficient to meet its operating needs, debt obligations and capital 
expenditures,  and  as  a  result  the  Company  could  experience  financial  difficulties  and  may  suspend  payment  of 
dividends and some or all of mining activities or otherwise revise its mine plan and exploration and development plans. 
In addition, there is a time lag between the shipment of gold and final pricing, and changes in pricing can impact the 
Company’s revenue and working capital position. Any of these factors could result in a material adverse effect on the 
Company’s results of operations and financial condition. 

The estimation of economically viable identified Mineral Reserves requires certain assumptions, including gold price. 
A  revised  estimate  of  identified  Mineral  Reserves  due  to  a  substantial  decline  in  the  gold  price  could  result  in  the 
decrease in the estimates of the Company’s Mineral Reserves, subsequent write downs and negative impact on mine 
life. 

Infrastructure 

Mining  operations,  development  and  exploration  activities  depend,  to  one  degree  or  another,  on  adequate 
infrastructure. Reliable roads, bridges, ports and power sources are important elements of infrastructure, which affect 
capital and operating costs. The lack of availability on acceptable terms or the delay in the availability of any one or 
more of these items could prevent or delay or otherwise adversely impact the Company’s exploration, development or 
operating activities. If adequate infrastructure is not available in a timely manner, there is a risk that (i) the operations 
at Fruta del Norte will not achieve anticipated production, (ii) the operating and capital costs associated with Fruta del 
Norte will be higher than anticipated, or (iii) the Company’s exploration and development activities will be not carried 
out as anticipated, or at all. Furthermore, unusual or infrequent weather phenomena, including those caused by climate 
change,  sabotage,  community  uprisings,  NGO  activities,  government  or  other  interference  in  the  maintenance  or 
provision of necessary infrastructure could adversely affect the operations at Fruta del Norte, cash flow and Lundin 
Gold’s financial position. 

Dependence on Single Mine 

The only material property interest of the Company is Fruta del Norte. Unless the Company acquires additional projects, 
property interests or advances its exploration properties, any adverse developments affecting Fruta del Norte could 
have a material adverse effect upon the Company and would materially and adversely affect the profitability, financial 
performance and results of operations of the Company. While the Company may seek to acquire and develop additional 
projects and mineral properties that are consistent with its business objectives, there can be no assurance that Lundin 
Gold will be able to identify or develop suitable additional projects or mineral properties or, if it does identify suitable 
opportunities, that it will have sufficient financial resources to acquire and develop such projects or properties or that 
such projects or properties will be available on terms acceptable to the Company or at all. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Exploration and Development Risks 

The Company has the rights to mineral concessions targeted for exploration in Ecuador, outside of Fruta del Norte. 
The exploration for, and development of, new mineral deposits involves significant risks which, even with a combination 
of  careful  evaluation,  experience  and  knowledge,  may  not  be  eliminated.  Few  exploration  properties  are  ultimately 
developed into producing mines. Whether a mineral deposit will be commercially viable depends on a number of factors, 
including  but  not  limited  to:  the  particular  attributes  of  the  deposit,  such  as  quantity  and  quality  of  the  minerals, 
metallurgy  and  proximity  to  infrastructure  and  labour;  mineral  prices,  which  are  highly  cyclical;  and  government 
regulations, including regulations relating to prices, taxes, royalties, land tenure, land use, importing and exporting of 
minerals,  legal  proceedings  and  environmental  protection.  There  is  a  risk  that  the  exploration  and  development 
expenditures made by Lundin Gold will not result in any new discoveries of other mineral occurrences or new estimates 
of Mineral Resources or Mineral Reserves. 

Control of Lundin Gold 

As at the date hereof, Newmont and the Lundin Family Trust are control persons of Lundin Gold. As long as these 
shareholders maintain  their  significant  positions  in  Lundin Gold,  they  will  have  the  ability  to  exercise  influence  with 
respect to the affairs of Lundin Gold and significantly affect the outcome of matters upon which shareholders are entitled 
to vote.  In addition to being a control person of Lundin Gold, Newmont is also a secured lender of the Company, as 
the Stream Facility lender.  As such, Newmont has additional influence over Lundin Gold’s business.   

As a result of the holdings in the Company of control persons, there is a risk that the Company’s securities are less 
liquid  and  trade  at  a  relative  discount  compared  to  circumstances  where  these  persons  did  not  have  the  ability  to 
influence or determine matters affecting Lundin Gold. Additionally, there is a risk that their significant interests in Lundin 
Gold discourages transactions involving a change of control of Lundin Gold, including transactions in which an investor, 
as a holder of the Company’s securities, would otherwise receive a premium for its Company’s securities over the then-
current market price. 

Availability of Workforce and Labour Relations 

The Company’s gold production and its exploration and development activities depend upon the efforts of Lundin Gold’s 
employees and contractors. The Company competes with mining and other companies on a global basis to attract and 
retain employees at all levels with appropriate technical skills and operating experience necessary to operate its mines. 
The conduct of the Company’s operations is dependent on access to skilled labour. Access to skilled labour may prove 
particularly  challenging  for  Lundin  Gold  given  the  remote  location  of  Fruta  del  Norte  and  local  laws  which  impose 
thresholds for the representation of certain groups of people on Lundin Gold’s workforce in Ecuador and the ability of 
foreign skilled labour to obtain visas to work in Ecuador. Shortages of suitably qualified personnel could have a material 
adverse effect on the Company’s business and results of operations. 

Lundin Gold’s operations at Fruta del Norte depend upon the efforts of its employees, and the Company’s operations 
would  be  adversely  affected  if  it  failed  to  maintain  satisfactory  labour  relations.  The  Company’s  labour  force  is  not 
unionized,  and  the  introduction  of  a  labour union  could  result  in a  disruption  to  production  and/or  higher costs  and 
reduced flexibility. In addition, relations between the Company and its employees may be affected by changes in labour 
and employment laws. Changes in such legislation or in the relationship between the Company and its employees may 
have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, results of operations, financial condition or prospects. 

Dividends 

The  Company  commenced  paying  dividends  on  its  common  shares  in  2022.      Any  payments  of  dividends  on  the 
Company’s common shares will depend upon the financial requirements of the Company to finance future growth, the 
financial condition of the Company, and other factors which the Board may consider appropriate in the circumstance.  
There can be no assurance that Lundin Gold will continue to pay dividends in the future. 

Information Systems and Cyber Security 

The Company depends upon information systems and other digital technologies for controlling operations, processing 
transactions and summarizing and reporting results of operations (“IT systems”). The secure processing, maintenance 
and transmission of information is critical to the Company’s operations.  These IT systems or those of Lundin Gold’s 
suppliers could be subject to network disruptions caused by a variety of sources, including computer viruses, security 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

breaches and cyber-attacks, as well as disruptions resulting from incidents such as cable cuts, damage to physical 
plants, natural disasters, terrorism, fire, power loss, vandalism and theft. The Company’s operations also depend on 
the timely maintenance, upgrade and replacement of networks, equipment, IT systems and software, as well as pre-
emptive expenses to mitigate the risks of failures. Any of these and other events could result in IT system failures, 
delays and/or increase in capital expenses. The failure of IT systems or a component of information systems could, 
depending on the nature of any such failure, adversely impact the Company’s reputation and results of operations. 

Cybersecurity risks have increased in recent years as a result of the proliferation of new technologies and the increased 
sophistication of cyber-attacks and data security breaches, as well as due to international and domestic political factors 
including  geopolitical  tensions,  armed  hostilities,  war,  civil  unrest,  sabotage  and  terrorism.  Human  error  can  also 
contribute  to  a  cyber  incident,  and  cyber-attacks  can  be  internal  as  well  as  external  and  occur  at  any  point  in  the 
Company’s supply chain. Although to date the Company has not experienced any material losses relating to cyber-
attacks or other information security breaches, there can be no assurance that the Company will not incur such losses 
in the future. The Company’s risk and exposure to these matters cannot be fully mitigated because of, among other 
things,  the  evolving  nature  of  these  threats.  As  a  result,  cyber  security  and  the  continued  development  and 
enhancement  of  controls,  processes  and  practices  designed  to  protect  systems,  computers,  software,  data  and 
networks  from  attack,  damage  or  unauthorized  access  remain  a  priority.  As  cyber  threats  continue  to  evolve,  the 
Company may be required to expend additional resources to continue to modify or enhance protective measures or to 
investigate and remediate any security vulnerabilities. 

Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource Estimates 

Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource figures are estimates, and there is a risk that any of the Mineral Resources and 
Mineral  Reserves  identified  at  Fruta  del  Norte  to  date  will  not  be  realized.  Until  a  deposit  is  actually  mined  and 
processed, the quantity of Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves and grades must be considered as estimates only. 
In  addition,  the  quantity  of  Mineral  Resources  and  Mineral  Reserves  may  vary  depending  on,  among  other  things, 
precious metal prices and operating costs. Any material change in quantity of Mineral Resources, Mineral Reserves or 
percent extraction of those Mineral Reserves recoverable by underground mining techniques may affect the economic 
viability of any project undertaken by Lundin Gold. In addition, there is a risk that metal recoveries during production do 
not reach anticipated rates. 

Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability, and there is a risk that 
they will never be mined or processed profitably. Further, there is a risk that Inferred Mineral Resources may not ever 
be converted to Proven or Probable Mineral Reserves as a result of continued exploration. 

Fluctuations  in  gold  prices  and  operating  costs,  results  of  drilling,  metallurgical  testing  and  preparation  and  the 
evaluation of studies, reports and plans subsequent to the date of any estimate may require revision of such estimate. 
Any material reductions in estimates of Mineral Reserves could have a material adverse effect on Lundin Gold’s results 
of operations and financial condition. 

Title Matters and Surface Rights and Access 

There is a risk that title to the mining concessions, the surface rights and access rights comprising Fruta del Norte and 
its related infrastructure or the concessions and access rights relating to Lundin Gold’s exploration concessions may 
be deficient or subject to dispute. The procurement or enforcement of such rights can be costly and time consuming. 
In areas where there are local populations or landowners, it may be necessary, as a practical matter, to negotiate or 
enforce surface access. In addition, in circumstances where such access is denied, or no agreement can be reached, 
Lundin Gold may need to rely on the assistance of local officials or the courts in such jurisdictions, which may delay or 
impact exploration or mining activities as planned. 

There is also a risk that the Company’s exploration, development and mining authorizations and surface rights may be 
challenged or impugned. Finally, there is a risk that developing laws and movements respecting the acquisition of lands 
and other rights of indigenous communities may alter the arrangements made by prior owners of the lands where Fruta 
del Norte is located. Future laws and actions could have a material adverse effect on Lundin Gold’s operations at Fruta 
del Norte or on its financial position, cash flow and results of operations. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Health and Safety 

Exploration and mining development and operating activities represent inherent safety hazards and maintaining the 
health and safety of the Company’s employees and contractors is of paramount importance to the Company. Health 
and safety hazard assessments are carried out regularly throughout the lifecycle of the Company’s activities, and robust 
policies, procedures and controls are in place. Notwithstanding continued efforts to adhere to the Company’s “zero 
harm”  policy,  safety  incidents  may  still  occur.  Significant  potential  risks  include,  but  are  not  limited  to,  surface  or 
underground fires, rock falls underground, geotechnical incidents, blasting accidents, vehicle accidents, unsafe road 
conditions  or  events,  fall  from  heights,  contact  with  energized  sources,  and  exposure  to  infectious  or  occupational 
disease.  Employees  involved in  activities in  remote  areas may also  be  exposed to  attacks  by  individuals  or  violent 
opposition by local communities that may place the employees at risk of harm. Any incident resulting in serious injury 
or  death  could  result  in  litigation  and/or  regulatory  action  (including,  but  not  limited  to  suspension  of  development 
activities and/or fines and penalties), or otherwise adversely affect the Company’s reputation and ability to meet its 
objectives. 

Human Rights  

The Company is committed to upholding and respecting the United Nations (“UN”) Declaration of Human Rights, the 
UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, and to honouring our commitment as a signatory of the UN 
Global  Compact.  Notwithstanding  the  Company’s  efforts  to  conduct  its  activities  in  a  manner  consistent  with  those 
principles, Lundin Gold may not be able to identify and assess all potential human rights impacts of its business. Any 
potential  human  right  abuses  either  internally  or  externally,  such  as  through  third  party  business  relationships, 
corruption, unequal treatment of ethnic minorities, gender discrimination, use of child labour, land use rights, supply 
chain  sourcing,  could  have  a  material  adverse  impact  on  the  Company’s  reputation,  as  well  as  present  legal  and 
financial risks arising from failing to respect and/or reinforce human rights. 

Employee Misconduct 

The Company is reliant on the good character of its employees and is subject to the risk that employee misconduct 
could occur.  Although the Company takes precautions to prevent and detect employee misconduct, these precautions 
may not be effective and the Company could be exposed to unknown and unmanaged risks or losses. The existence 
of our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, among other governance and compliance policies and processes, may 
not prevent incidents of theft, dishonesty or other fraudulent behaviour nor can Lundin Gold guarantee compliance with 
legal  and  regulatory  requirements.  Such  misconduct  could  result  in  unknown  and  unmanaged  damage  or  losses, 
including regulatory sanctions and serious harm to the Company’s reputation.  If material employee misconduct occurs, 
Lundin Gold’s business, results of operations, financial condition and the value of its common shares could be adversely 
affected. 

Measures to Protect Biodiversity, Endangered Species and Critical Habitats 

Ecuador  is  a  country  with  a  diverse  and  fragile  ecosystem  and  the  national  government,  regional  governments, 
indigenous groups and NGOs are vigilant in their protection of endangered species and critical habitats. The existence 
or discovery of an endangered species or critical habitats at Fruta del Norte or any of its exploration concessions may 
have a number of adverse consequences to the Company’s plans and operations. For instance, the presence of an 
endangered  species  could  require  the  Company  to  take  additional  measures  to  protect  the  species  or  to cease  its 
activities at Fruta del Norte temporarily or permanently, which would impact production from Fruta del Norte and would 
have  an  adverse  economic  impact  on  the  Company,  which  could  be  material.  The  existence  or  discovery  of  an 
endangered species or critical habitat at Fruta del Norte or the Company’s exploration concessions could also ignite 
NGO and local community opposition to the Company’s activities, which could impact its plans and operations and the 
Company’s financial condition and global reputation. 

Furthermore,  despite  the  measures  taken  by  the  Company  to  preserve  biodiversity  which  may  be  impacted  by  its 
activities, there remains a risk that Lundin Gold may, directly or indirectly, harm the biodiversity in the areas that the 
Company operates or within the vicinity of the operations. As a result of heightened scrutiny from investors, any of 
these events could result in liability for the Company and a loss of reputation which may lead to increased challenges 
in  developing  and maintaining  government  and  community  relations, decreased  investor confidence, and  act as  an 
impediment to the Company’s overall ability to advance its projects, or to access financing in the future.  

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Global Economic Conditions 

Global financial markets are experiencing extreme volitivity as a result increasing input cost, inflation, increased interest 
rates,  unprecedented  government  debts,  including  in  Ecuador,  the  ongoing hostilities in Ukraine  and  Palestine  and 
sanctions imposed by nations on Russia and Belarus. Events in global financial markets, and the volatility of global 
financial  conditions,  will  continue  to  have  an  impact  on  the  global  economy.  Many  industries,  including  the  mining 
sector, are impacted by market conditions. Some of the key impacts of financial market turmoil include devaluations 
and  high  volatility  in  global  equity,  commodity  price  volatility,  foreign  exchange  risk  and  a  lack  of  market  liquidity.  
Financial  institutions  and  large  corporations  may  be  forced  into  bankruptcy  or  need  to  be  rescued  by  government 
authorities.  Access  to  financing  may  also  be  negatively  impacted  by  liquidity  crises.  These  factors  may  impact  the 
Company’s ability to obtain equity or debt financing and, where available, to obtain such financing on terms favourable 
to the Company.  

Increased levels of volatility and market turmoil could have an adverse impact on the Company’s operations, planned 
growth, profitability and the trading price of the Company’s common shares. 

Shortages of Critical Resources 

Disruptions  in  the  supply  of  products  or  services  required  for  the  Company’s  activities  could  adversely  affect  the 
Company’s operations, financial condition and results of operations. This may be the result of industry-wide shortages 
of  certain  goods  or  services,  interruption  in  supplier  operations  or  in  transportation  methods  of  certain  goods, 
interruptions  in  international  logistics, the  risk of  failure of certain long-lead  items or  the  failure  to obtain  necessary 
permits for the supply of regulated goods. The Company’s costs may also be affected by the prices of commodities 
and other inputs it consumes or uses in its operations. The prices and availability of such commodities and inputs are 
influenced by supply and demand trends and logistics issues affecting the mining industry in general and other factors 
outside the Company’s control. Increases in the price for materials consumed in the Company’s mining and production 
activities could materially adversely affect the Company’s results of operations and financial condition. 

Competition for New Projects 

The mining industry is very competitive, particularly with respect to properties that produce, or are capable of producing, 
gold, and in particular of a quality and concentration comparable to Fruta del Norte.  As the Company faces significant 
and increasing competition from a number of large established companies, some of which have greater financial and 
technical resources than the Company, for a limited number of suitable acquisition opportunities, the Company may be 
unable to acquire such mining properties which it desires on terms it considers acceptable. As a result, there can be 
no assurance that the Company’s growth strategy will be successful and yield new Mineral Reserves to replace or 
expand current Mineral Reserves or that the Company will be able to maintain production levels in the future. 

Key Talent Recruitment and Retention 

Recruiting  and  retaining  qualified  personnel  is  critical  to  Lundin  Gold’s  success.  Lundin  Gold  is  dependent  on  the 
services of key executives, including its President and Chief Executive Officer, and other highly skilled and experienced 
executives and personnel focused on managing Lundin Gold’s interests. The number of persons skilled in the financing, 
development, operations and management of mining properties is limited and competition for such persons is intense. 
The inability of Lundin Gold to successfully attract and retain highly skilled and experienced executives and personnel 
could have a material adverse effect on Lundin Gold’s business, financial condition, and results of operations.  

Market Price of the Company’s Common Shares 

Securities of mineral companies have always experienced substantial volatility, often based on factors unrelated to the 
financial  performance  or  prospects  of  the  companies  involved.  These  factors  include  macroeconomic  conditions  in 
North America and globally, and market perceptions of the attractiveness of particular industries or sectors. The price 
of the Company’s common shares is also likely to be significantly affected by short-term changes in gold price, currency 
exchange fluctuations, or its financial condition, dividend policy or results of operations and exploration activities on its 
projects.  Other  factors  unrelated  to  the  performance  of  the  Company  that  may  have  an  effect  on  the  price  of  the 
Company’s common shares include: the extent of analyst coverage available to investors concerning the business of 
the Company may be limited if investment banks with research capabilities do not follow the Company; lessening in 
trading volume and general market interest in the Company’s common shares may affect an investor’s ability to trade 
significant numbers of common shares; the size of the Company’s free float and whether it is included in market indices 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

may  limit  the  ability  of  some  institutions  to  invest  in  the  Company’s  common  shares;  and  the  evaluation  of  the 
Company’s performance and practices by third party rating agencies on environmental, social, and governance matters, 
which may limit the ability of some institutions or other investors to invest in the Company’s common shares. If an active 
market for the Company’s common shares does not continue, the liquidity of an investor’s investment may be limited, 
and the price of the Company’s common shares may decline. If an active market does not exist, investors may lose 
their entire investment in the Company. As a result of any of these factors, the market price of the Company’s common 
shares at any given point in time may not accurately reflect the long-term value of the Company. Securities class-action 
litigation often has been brought against companies following periods of volatility in the market price of their securities. 
The Company may in the future be the target of similar litigation. Securities litigation could result in substantial costs 
and damages and divert management’s attention and resources. 

Social Media and Reputation 

As a result of the increased usage and the speed and global reach of social media and other web-based tools used to 
generate, publish and discuss user-generated content and to connect with other users and organization of opposition, 
companies today are at much greater risk of losing control over how they are perceived in the marketplace. Damage 
to reputation can be the result of the actual or perceived occurrence of any number of events, and could include any 
negative  publicity  (for  example,  with  respect  to  handling  of  environmental  matters  or  Lundin  Gold’s  dealings  with 
community groups), whether true or not. The Company places a great emphasis on protecting its image and reputation 
but does not ultimately have direct control over how it is perceived by others. Reputation loss may lead to increased 
challenges  in  developing  and  maintaining community  relations,  maintaining  a  positive  relationship  with  government 
authorities, decreased investor confidence and an impediment to the overall success of Fruta del Norte in Ecuador, 
thereby having a material adverse impact on financial performance, cash flows and growth prospects. 

Insurance and Uninsured Risks 

Exploration, development and production operations on mineral properties involve numerous risks including, but not 
limited  to,  unexpected  or  unusual  geological  operating  conditions,  rock  bursts,  cave-ins,  fires,  floods,  landslides, 
earthquakes  and  other  environmental  occurrences,  risks  relating  to  the  transportation  of  employees  or  dangerous 
goods to site, risks relating to the storage and shipment of precious metal concentrates or doré bars, and political and 
social instability. Such occurrences could result in damage to mineral properties, damage to underground development, 
damage  to  production  or  infrastructure  facilities,  personal  injury  or  death,  environmental  damage  to  Lundin  Gold’s 
properties or the properties of others, delays in operations or the ability to undertake exploration and development, 
monetary  losses  and  possible  legal  liability.  Should  such  liabilities  arise,  they  could  reduce  or  eliminate  future 
profitability and result in increasing costs and a decline in the value of the Company’s common shares. 

Although Lundin Gold maintains insurance to protect against certain risks in such amounts as it considers reasonable 
and commercially available, its insurance policies do not cover all the potential risks associated with a mining company’s 
operations.  The  Company  may  also  be  unable  to  maintain  insurance  to  cover  these  risks  at  economically  feasible 
premiums. Insurance coverage may not always be available or may not be adequate to cover any resulting liability. 
Moreover,  insurance  against  risks  such  as  environmental  pollution  or  other  hazards  as  a  result  of  exploration, 
development  and  production  may  not  be  available  to  the  Company  on  acceptable  terms.  Lundin  Gold  might  also 
become subject to liability for pollution or other hazards which it may not be insured against or which the Company may 
elect not to insure against because of premium costs or other reasons. 

Insurance limits currently in place may also not be sufficient to cover losses arising from insured events. Losses from 
any of the above events may cause the Company to incur significant costs that could have a material adverse effect 
upon its financial performance and results of operations. 

Pandemics, Epidemics or Infectious Disease Outbreak 

Disruptions caused by pandemics, epidemics or infectious disease outbreaks in locations where Lundin Gold operates 
or globally could materially adversely affect the Company’s business, operations, financial results and forward-looking 
expectations.  Possible impacts of pandemics, epidemics or infectious disease outbreaks may include mandated or 
voluntary closures of operations, illness among the Company’s workforce, restricted mobility of personnel, interruptions 
in  the  Company’s  logistics  and  supply  chain,  delay  at  or  closure  of  the  Company’s  refining  and  smelting  service 
providers and global travel restrictions, all of which could disrupt the Company’s operations and negatively impact its 
financial performance of the value of its common shares. The ultimate economic viability of the Company’s business is 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

impacted  by  its  ability to  operate  Fruta  del  Norte  and/or to maintain  adequate  liquidity  through potential  sources  of 
financing.   

Disruptions related to pandemics, epidemics or infectious disease outbreaks could have the effect of heightening many 
of the other risks outlined in these “Risk Factors”. 

Climate Change 

Changes in climate conditions could adversely affect Lundin Gold’s business and operations through the impact of (i) 
more extreme temperatures, precipitation levels and other weather events; (ii) changes to laws and regulations related 
to climate change; and (iii) changes in the price or availability of goods and services required in its business. 

Physical risks related to climate change may include more extreme temperatures, precipitation levels and other weather 
events. Extreme high or low temperatures could impact the operation of equipment and the safety of personnel at Fruta 
del  Norte,  which  could  result  in  damage  to  equipment, injury  to  personnel and  production  disruptions. Increases  in 
precipitation levels or extreme weather events, such as severe storms or floods, which may be more probable and 
more  extreme  due  to  climate  change,  may  damage  critical  infrastructure  such  as  public  roads,  bridges  and  ports, 
negatively  impact  operations,  disrupt  production,  lead  to  water  management  challenges,  landslides  or  breach  of 
containment facilities. Significant capital investment may be required to address these occurrences and to adapt to 
changes in average operating conditions caused by these changes to the climate. 

Increased environmental regulation and/or the use of fiscal policy by regulators in response to concerns over climate 
change  and  other  environmental  impacts,  such  as  additional  taxes  levied  on  activities  deemed  harmful  to  the 
environment, could have a material adverse effect on Lundin Gold’s financial condition or results of operations. 

The impacts of climate change may lead to changes in the price and availability of goods and services required for 
Fruta del Norte’s operations, which depend on the regular supply of consumables such as diesel, electricity, sodium 
cyanide  and  other  supplies  to  operate  efficiently.  The  Company’s  operations  also  depend  on  service  providers  to 
transport these consumables and other goods to Fruta del Norte and to transport doré and concentrate produced by 
the Company to refiners and smelters, respectively. The effects of extreme weather described above and changes in 
legislation and regulation on the Company’s suppliers and their industries may cause limited availability or higher price 
for these goods and services, which could result in higher costs or production disruptions. 

The Company recently committed to carbon neutrality with respect to its Scopes 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 based on 
its current life of mine plan.  While the Company is actively engaged in implementing decarbonization initiatives and 
exploring offset opportunities, it is uncertain whether Lundin Gold will be able to achieve its goal of carbon neutrality.  
As  a  result  of  heightened  scrutiny  from  investors  on  climate  change  action,  the  inability  of  the  Company  to  show 
progress  against  this  target  could  damage  Lundin  Gold’s  emissions  profile  and  its  reputation,  which  may  lead  to 
decreased  investor  confidence,  devaluation  of  Lundin  Gold  as  a  potential  target  or  counter  party  in  corporate 
transactions and be act an impediment to the Company’s overall ability to access financing in the future. 

The Company regularly considers the potential risks of climate change to its operations.  Despite these efforts, the 
Company cannot be certain that it will have adequately assessed the risks of climate change on its business or that its 
efforts to mitigate the risks of climate change will be adequate or effective. 

Illegal Mining 

Mining  by  illegal  miners  occurs  on  and  near  some  of  Lundin  Gold’s  mineral  concessions  in  Ecuador.    While  the 
Company monitors illegal mining activity and is required to report it when discovered, it relies on the various levels of 
government to control and police illegal operations.  Illegal mining activity has increased in Ecuador recently due to a 
variety of factors, including a rise in poverty and unemployment, an increase in organized crime and the lack of effective 
government action.  The operations of illegal miners could interfere with Lundin Gold’s activities, which may result in 
disputes  and  conflicts.  These  potential  activities  could  cause  damage  and  disruption  to  Fruta  del  Norte  or  the 
Company’s other concessions, including road blockages, pollution, environmental damage or personal injury or death, 
for  which  Lundin  Gold  could  potentially  be  held  responsible.    In  addition,  the  Company’s  monitoring  and  reporting 
activities may strain relations with local communities, some of the members of which engage in illegal mining.  Illegal 
mining can also result in a suspension of operations and could have a material adverse effect on Lundin Gold’s results 
of operations or financial condition.   

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Conflicts of Interest 

Certain  directors  and  officers  of  Lundin  Gold  are  or  may  become  associated  with  other  mining  and/or  mineral 
exploration and development companies, which may give rise to conflicts of interest. Directors who have a material 
interest  in  any  person  who  is a  party  to  a material contract or  a  proposed  material  contract  with  the  Company  are 
required, subject to certain exceptions, to disclose that interest and generally abstain from voting on any resolution to 
approve such a contract. In addition, directors and officers are required to act honestly and in good faith with a view to 
the  best  interests  of  the  Company.  Some  of  the  directors  and  officers  of  the  Company  have  either  other  full-time 
employment or other business or time restrictions placed on them and, accordingly, the Company will not be the only 
business enterprise of these directors and officers. Further, any failure of the directors or officers of the Company to 
address these conflicts in an appropriate manner or to allocate opportunities that they become aware of to the Company 
could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition, results of operations, cash flows 
or prospects. 

Ability to Maintain Obligations or Comply with Debt 

Lundin  Gold is  subject  to  restrictive covenants  under  its  Stream  Facility.  The  Company’s debt  is  secured  by  a  first 
ranking charge over the assets of the operating subsidiaries, by a pledge of the shares of the operating subsidiaries, 
by a limited recourse guaranty from Lundin Gold and guarantees of the operating subsidiaries. In addition, Lundin Gold 
may from time to time enter into other arrangements to borrow money to fund its operations at Fruta del Norte, the 
exploration and development activities on its other concessions or to acquire and develop other projects in the future, 
and such arrangements may include covenants that have similar obligations or that restrict its business in some way. 

Events may occur in the future, including events out of Lundin Gold's control, that could cause Lundin Gold to fail to 
satisfy its obligations under the Stream Facility or other debt instruments that may arise. If Lundin Gold were to default 
on its obligations under the Stream Facility or other secured debt instruments in the future, the lender(s) under such 
debt instruments could enforce their security and seize Lundin Gold’s assets. 

Violation of Anti-Bribery and Corruption Laws 

The Company’s operations are governed by, and involve interactions with, many levels of government in numerous 
countries. The Company is required to comply with anti-corruption and anti-bribery laws, including the Canadian and 
Ecuadorian  Criminal  Codes,  the  Canadian  Corruption  of  Foreign  Public  Officials  Act  and  the  U.S.  Foreign  Corrupt 
Practices Act, as well as similar laws in Ecuador and other countries in which Lundin Gold conducts its business. In 
recent years, there has been a general increase in both the frequency of enforcement and the severity of penalties 
under such laws, resulting in greater scrutiny and punishment to companies convicted of violating anti-corruption and 
anti-bribery laws. Furthermore, a company may be found liable for violations not only by its employees, but also by its 
contractors and third-party agents. Although Lundin Gold has adopted steps to mitigate such risks, such measures may 
not always be effective in ensuring that the Company, its employees, contractors and third-party agents will comply 
strictly with such laws. If the Company finds itself subject to an enforcement action or is found to be in violation of such 
laws, this may result in significant penalties, fines and/or sanctions imposed on the Company resulting in a material 
adverse effect on the Company’s reputation and results of its operations. 

Internal Controls 

Internal controls over financial reporting are procedures designed to provide reasonable assurance that transactions 
are properly authorized, assets are safeguarded against unauthorized or improper use, and transactions are properly 
recorded and reported. A control system, no matter how well designed and operated, can only provide reasonable, not 
absolute, assurance with respect to the reliability of financial reporting and financial statement preparation. 

Claims and Legal Proceedings 

Lundin Gold may be subject to claims or legal proceedings in multiple jurisdictions covering a wide range of matters 
that  arise  in  the  ordinary  course  of  its  current  business  or  the  Company’s  previous  business  activities  which  could 
materially adversely impact Lundin Gold. 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Reclamation Obligations 

Reclamation  requirements  are  designed  to  minimize  long-term  effects  of  mining  exploitation  and  exploration 
disturbance by requiring the operating company to control possible deleterious effluents and to re-establish to some 
degree pre-disturbance landforms and vegetation. Lundin Gold is subject to such requirements in connection with its 
activities at Fruta del Norte and may be liable for actions and activities and disturbances caused by artisanal and illegal 
miners  on  the  Company’s  property.  Any  significant  environmental  issues  that  may  arise,  however,  could  lead  to 
increased reclamation expenditures and could have a material adverse impact on Lundin Gold’s financial resources. 
Furthermore,  environmental  hazards  may  exist  on  the  properties  in  which  Lundin  Gold  holds  interests  which  are 
unknown to Lundin Gold at present and which have been caused by previous or existing owners or operators of the 
properties. 

There can also be no assurance that closure estimates prove to be accurate. The amounts recorded for reclamation 
costs are estimates unique to a property based on estimates provided by independent consulting engineers and Lundin 
Gold’s assessment of the anticipated timing of future reclamation and remediation work required to comply with existing 
laws and regulations. Actual costs incurred in future periods could differ from amounts estimated. Additionally, future 
changes to environmental laws and regulations could affect the extent of reclamation and remediation work required to 
be  performed  by  Lundin  Gold.  Any  such  changes  in  future  costs  could  materially  impact  the  amounts  charged  to 
operations for reclamation and remediation. Finally, the timing of the funding of such closure costs may be impacted 
by changes in laws and regulations and adversely affect the financial condition of the Company.   

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS  

Certain of the information and statements in this press release are considered "forward-looking information" or "forward-
looking statements" as those terms are defined under Canadian securities laws (collectively referred to as "forward-
looking  statements").  Any  statements  that  express  or  involve  discussions  with  respect  to  predictions,  expectations, 
beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often, but not always, identified by 
words  or  phrases  such  as  "believes",  "anticipates",  "expects",  "is  expected",  "scheduled",  "estimates",  "pending", 
"intends", "plans", "forecasts", "targets", or "hopes", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain 
actions,  events  or  results  "may",  "could",  "would",  "will",  "should"  "might",  "will  be  taken",  or  "occur"  and  similar 
expressions) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements. By their nature, forward-
looking statements and information involve assumptions, inherent risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to 
predict, and are usually beyond the control of management, that could cause actual results to be materially different 
from those expressed by these forward-looking statements and information. Lundin Gold believes that the expectations 
reflected in this forward-looking information are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will 
prove to be correct. Forward-looking information should not be unduly relied upon. This information speaks only as of 
the date of this press release, and the Company will not necessarily update this information, unless required to do so 
by securities laws. 

This MD&A contains forward-looking information in a number of places, such as in statements relating to the Company’s 
2024  production  outlook,  including  estimates  of  gold  production,  grades  recoveries  and  AISC;  operating  plans  and 
costs; cash flow forecasts and financing obligations; the potential to exercise the buyback of the Stream Facility; the 
Company’s estimated capital and sustaining costs; completion of sustaining capital projects; benefits of the Company’s 
community programs; the Company’s declaration and payment of dividends pursuant to its dividend policy; the timing 
and the success of its drill program at Fruta del Norte and its other exploration activities; estimates of Mineral Resources 
and Reserves at Fruta del Norte and plans to update the same; and completion of the process plant expansion project 
and benefits to be derived therefrom.  There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as 
Lundin  Gold's  actual  results  and  future  events  could  differ  materially  from  those  anticipated  in  this  forward-looking 
information as a result of the factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section. 

Lundin Gold's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated. Factors that could cause actual results to 
differ materially from any forward-looking statement or that could have a material impact on the Company or the trading 
price of its shares include risks related to:  instability in Ecuador; community relations; forecasts relating to production 
and costs; mining operations; security; non-compliance with laws and regulations and compliance costs; tax changes 
in  Ecuador; waste  disposal  and  tailings; government  or  regulatory  approvals; environmental  compliance; gold 
price; infrastructure; dependence on a single mine; exploration and development; control of Lundin Gold; availability of 
workforce  and  labour  relations;  dividends;  information  systems  and  cyber  security;  Mineral  Reserve  and  Mineral 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
Year Ended December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Resource  estimates; title  matters  and  surface  rights  and  access; health  and  safety;  human  rights;  employee 
misconduct; measures to protect biodiversity; endangered species and critical habitats; global economic conditions; 
shortages of critical resources; competition for new projects; key talent recruitment and retention; market price of the 
Company’s shares;  social media and reputation; insurance and uninsured risks;  pandemics, epidemics or infectious 
disease outbreak; climate change; illegal mining;  conflicts of interest; ability to maintain obligations or comply with debt; 
violation  of  anti-bribery  and  corruption  laws;  internal  controls;  claims  and  legal  proceedings;  and  reclamation 
obligations.    

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Independent auditor’s report 

To the Shareholders of Lundin Gold Inc. 

Our opinion

In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, 
the financial position of Lundin Gold Inc. and its subsidiaries (together, the Company) as at December 31, 
2023 and 2022, and its financial performance and its cash flows for the years then ended in accordance 
with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards 
Board (IFRS Accounting Standards). 

What we have audited 
The Company’s consolidated financial statements comprise: 

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the consolidated statements of financial position as at December 31, 2023 and 2022;

the consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income for the years then ended; 

the consolidated statements of changes in equity for the years then ended; 

the consolidated statements of cash flows for the years then ended; and 

the notes to the consolidated financial statements, which include significant accounting policies and 
other explanatory information.

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Our 
responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of 
the consolidated financial statements section of our report. 

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for 
our opinion. 

Independence 
We are independent of the Company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our 
audit of the consolidated financial statements in Canada. We have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities 
in accordance with these requirements. 

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP 
250 Howe Street, Suite 1400, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6C 3S7 
T: +1 604 806 7000, F: +1 604 806 7806, ca_vancouver_main_fax@pwc.com 

PwC” refers to PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, an Ontario limited liability partnership. 

Key audit matters 

Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgment, were of most significance in our 
audit of the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023. These matters were 
addressed in the context of our audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in forming 
our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters. 

Key audit matter 

How our audit addressed the key audit matter 

Fair value of the stream credit facility and 
offtake derivative liability 

Our approach to addressing the matter included the 
following procedures, among others: 

Refer to note 3 – Summary of material accounting 
policies, note 9 – Long-term debt and note 20 – 
Financial instruments and risk management to the
consolidated financial statements. 

The Company has a stream credit facility and an 
offtake derivative liability (together, fair value 
financial liabilities), which management measured 
as financial liabilities at fair value through profit or 
loss. As at December 31, 2023, these fair value 
financial liabilities were valued at $276 million and 
$29 million, respectively, and management 
recorded a combined change in fair values of these 
liabilities of $32 million and $3 million during the 
year in net income and other comprehensive 
income, respectively. 

Management used Monte Carlo simulation 
valuation models to determine the fair values of 
these fair value financial liabilities. 

The significant assumptions used in the Monte 
Carlo simulation valuation models include: the gold 
forward prices, gold price volatility the risk-free rate 
of return, risk-adjusted discount rates and the 
projected life of mine production schedule. In 
addition, in valuing the stream credit facility, the 
silver forward prices, silver price volatility, and the 
gold/silver price correlation were also used as 
significant assumptions by management. The 
Monte Carlo simulation valuation models were 
prepared by an independent valuation specialist 
and the projected life of mine production schedule 

 With the assistance of professionals with 

specialized skill and knowledge in the field of 
financial instrument valuation, developed an 
independent point estimate of the fair values of 
the stream credit facility and offtake derivative 
liability, which included: 

– 

Independently developing expectations 
related to the gold forward prices, gold 
price volatility, the risk-free rate of return, 
the risk-adjusted discount rates, the silver 
forward prices, silver price volatility and the 
gold/silver price correlation based on 
external market and industry data. 

–  Comparing the independent point 

estimates to management’s estimates to 
evaluate the reasonableness of 
management’s estimates. 

 Developing the independent point estimates 

also involved assessing the reasonableness of 
the projected life of mine production schedule, 
which involved: 

–  Comparing gold and silver production 

volumes used to determine repayments of 
the stream credit facility up to 
December 31, 2023 to actual production 
volumes. 

–  Comparing the future production volumes 
included in the projected life of mine 
production schedule on a total basis to the 
available quantities of recoverable reserves 

was based on information compiled and reviewed 
by qualified persons (together, management’s 
experts). 

We considered this a key audit matter due to (i) the 
significant judgments made by management, 
including the use of management’s experts, when 
developing the key assumptions used in the 
valuation of the fair value financial liabilities; (ii) a 
high degree of auditor judgment, subjectivity and 
effort in performing procedures related to the 
significant assumptions; and (iii) the audit effort 
involved the use of professionals with specialized 
skill and knowledge. 

and resources. The work of qualified 
persons was used in performing the 
procedures to evaluate the reasonableness 
of the available quantity of recoverable 
reserves and resources included in the 
projected life of mine production schedule. 
As a basis for using this work, the 
competence, capabilities and objectivity of 
the qualified persons were evaluated, the 
work performed was understood and the 
appropriateness of the work as audit 
evidence was evaluated. The procedures 
performed also included evaluation of the 
methods and assumptions used by the 
qualified persons, tests of the data used by 
the qualified persons and an evaluation of 
their findings. 



Tested the disclosures, including the sensitivity 
analysis, made in the consolidated financial 
statements with regards to the estimate of the 
fair value financial liabilities. 

Other information 

Management is responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the Management’s 
Discussion and Analysis. 

Our opinion on the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not 
express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. 

In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other 
information identified above and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially 
inconsistent with the consolidated financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or 
otherwise appears to be materially misstated. 

If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other 
information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard. 

Responsibilities of management and those charged with governance for the
consolidated financial statements

Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial 
statements in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards, and for such internal control as management 

determines is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated financial statements that are free from 
material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. 

In preparing the consolidated financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the 
Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going 
concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate 
the Company or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so. 

Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Company’s financial reporting 
process. 

Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements as 
a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s 
report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a 
guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards 
will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and 
are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence 
the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated financial statements. 

As part of an audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards, we exercise 
professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit. We also: 



Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements,
whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and
obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of
not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error,
as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of
internal control.

 Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures

that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the
effectiveness of the Company’s internal control.



Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting
estimates and related disclosures made by management.

 Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and,
based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or
conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. If
we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report
to the related disclosures in the consolidated financial statements or, if such disclosures are
inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to
the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Company to
cease to continue as a going concern.



Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated financial statements, 
including the disclosures, and whether the consolidated financial statements represent the underlying 
transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. 

 Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or 
business activities within the Company to express an opinion on the consolidated financial 
statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the group audit. We 
remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.

We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope 
and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal 
control that we identify during our audit. 

We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant 
ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other 
matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related 
safeguards. 

From the matters communicated with those charged with governance, we determine those matters that 
were of most significance in the audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current period and 
are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report unless law or 
regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we 
determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of 
doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication. 

The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this independent auditor’s report is Eric Talbot. 

/s/PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Chartered Professional Accountants 

Vancouver, British Columbia 
February 22, 2024 

LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position 
(Expressed in thousands of U.S. Dollars) 

ASSETS 

Current assets 
Cash and cash equivalents 
Trade receivables and other current assets 
Inventories 
Advance royalty 

Non-current assets 
VAT recoverable 
Advance royalty 
Property, plant and equipment 
Mineral properties 

LIABILITIES 

Current liabilities 
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 
Income taxes payable 
Other current liabilities 
Current portion of long-term debt 

Non-current liabilities 
Long-term debt 
Reclamation provisions 
Deferred income tax liabilities 

EQUITY 
Share capital 
Equity-settled share-based payment reserve 
Accumulated other comprehensive income 
Deficit 

Commitments (Note 22) 

Approved by the Board of Directors 

Note 

December 31, 
2023 

December 31, 
2022 

$ 

9, 18 
4 
5 

268,025  $ 
163,456 
89,406 
13,000 

533,887 

51,904 
3,494 
718,896 
160,028 

363,400 
169,134 
89,787 
13,000 

635,321 

52,244 
16,494 
781,299 
183,507 

$ 

1,468,209  $ 

 1,668,865 

$ 

74,824  $ 
48,488 
-
63,716 

187,028 

241,931 
8,722 
74,722 

71,434 
21,445 
2,264
345,374

440,517 

322,592 
7,049 
46,626 

512,403 

816,784 

1,008,932 
14,535 
1,955 
(69,616) 

955,806 

989,772 
13,856 
2,612 
(154,159) 

852,081 

$ 

1,468,209  $ 

1,668,865 

4 

6 
7 

8 
17 
12 
9 

9 
10 
17 

11 
12 

/s/ Ron F. Hochstein 
Ron F. Hochstein 

/s/ Ian W. Gibbs 
Ian W. Gibbs 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements. 

 
 
 
 
 
LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income 
(Expressed in thousands of U.S. Dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

Revenues 

Cost of goods sold 

Operating expenses 
Royalty expenses 
Depletion and depreciation 

Income from mining operations 

Other expenses 

Corporate administration 
Exploration 
Finance expense 
Finance income 
Other expense (income) 
Derivative loss (gain) 

Net income before tax 

Income tax expense 

Current income tax expense 
Deferred income tax expense 

Note 

Years Ended December 31, 
2023 

2022 

13 

$ 

902,518  $ 

815,666 

278,802 
51,934 
136,602 

268,816 
46,458 
130,638 

467,338 

445,912 

435,180 

369,754 

21,032 
23,720 
85,269 
(12,964) 
1,016 
32,069 

19,405 
15,450 
240,799 
(5,088) 
(1,769) 
(76,317) 

150,142 

192,480 

285,038 

177,274 

76,934 
28,647 
105,581 

26,717 
76,999 
103,716 

14 

15 

20(b) 

17 
17 

Net income for the year 

$ 

179,457  $ 

73,558 

OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME 

Items that may be reclassified to net income 

Currency translation adjustment 

Items that will not be reclassified to net income 

Derivative gain (loss) related to the Company’s own credit risk  20(b) 
Deferred income tax recovery (expense) on accumulated 
other comprehensive income 
Other 

17 

Comprehensive income for the year 

Income per common share 

Basic 
Diluted 

1,299 

(3,241) 

552 
733 

(6,436) 

2,352 

(737) 
582 

178,800  $ 

69,319 

0.76  $ 
0.75 

0.31 
0.31 

$ 

$ 

Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding 

Basic 
Diluted 

237,026,367 
239,151,461 

234,815,536 
236,704,760 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements. 

 
LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity 
(Expressed in thousands of U.S. Dollars, except number of common shares) 

Number of 
common 
shares 

Note 

Share 
capital 

Equity-settled 
share-based 
payment 
reserve 

Balance, January 1, 2022 

233,361,883 

974,740 

Exercise of stock options 
Vesting of share units 
Exercise of anti-dilution rights 
Exercise of warrants 
Stock-based compensation 
Other comprehensive loss 
Net income for the year 
Dividends paid 

12 
11 
11 
11 
12 

1,355,393 
41,000 
477,260 
411,441 
- 
- 
- 
- 

8,263 
406 
3,918 
2,445 
- 
- 
- 
- 

13,570 

(2,819) 
(406) 
- 
(511) 
4,022 
- 
- 
- 

Other 
reserves 

Deficit 

Total 

6,851 

(180,684) 

814,477 

- 
- 
- 
- 
- 
(4,239) 
- 
- 

- 
- 
- 
- 
- 
-
73,558 
(47,033) 

5,444 
- 
3,918 
1,934 
4,022 
(4,239)
73,558 
(47,033) 

Balance, December 31, 2022 

235,646,977  $ 

989,772  $ 

13,856  $ 

2,612  $ 

(154,159)  $ 

852,081 

Exercise of stock options 
Vesting of share units 
Exercise of anti-dilution rights 
Stock-based compensation 
Other comprehensive loss 
Net income for the year 
Dividends paid 

12 
11 
11 
12 

1,156,552 
255,679 
800,840 
- 
- 
- 
- 

6,930 
2,613 
9,617 
- 
- 
- 
- 

(2,394) 
(1,406) 
- 
4,479 
- 
- 
- 

- 
- 
- 
- 
(657) 
- 
- 

- 
- 
- 
- 
- 
179,457 
(94,914) 

4,536 
1,207 
9,617 
4,479 
(657) 
179,457 
(94,914) 

Balance, December 31, 2023 

237,860,048  $ 

1,008,932  $ 

14,535  $ 

1,955  $ 

(69,616)  $ 

955,806 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements. 

LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows 
(Expressed in thousands of U.S. Dollars) 

` 

Years Ended December 31, 

Note 

2023 

2022 

OPERATING ACTIVITIES 

Net income for the year 
Items not affecting cash: 

Depletion and depreciation 
Stock-based compensation 
Derivative loss (gain) 
Other expense (income) 
Finance expense 
Deferred income tax expense 

Changes in non-cash working capital items: 

Trade receivables and other current assets 
Inventories 
Advance royalty 
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 
Income taxes payable 
Other non-current liabilities 

Interest received 

12 
20(b) 

$ 

179,457  $ 

73,558 

136,633 
4,468 
32,069 
2,080 
72,119 
28,647 

130,675 
5,008 
(76,317) 
(940) 
233,660 
76,999 

455,473 

442,643 

9,391 
133 
13,000 
2,436 
27,043 
(1,045) 
12,964 

2,630 
(7,253) 
13,000 
3,439 
(33,402) 
- 
5,088 

Net cash provided by operating activities 

519,395 

426,145 

FINANCING ACTIVITIES 

Repayments of long-term debt 
Interest paid 
Finance charge paid 
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 
Proceeds from exercise of anti-dilution rights 
Proceeds from exercise of warrants 
Dividends paid 

9 
9 
9 

11 

(278,030) 
(19,843) 
(182,596) 
4,536 
9,617 
-

(94,914) 

(131,720) 
(27,875) 
(68,767) 
5,444 
3,918 
1,934
(47,033)

Net cash used for financing activities 

(561,230) 

(264,099) 

INVESTING ACTIVITIES 

Acquisition and development of property, plant and equipment 
VAT paid on investing activities 

6 

(48,235) 
(5,248) 

(54,020) 
(6,048) 

Net cash used for investing activities 

(53,483) 

(60,068) 

Effect of foreign exchange rate differences on cash 

(57)

(1,186)

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 

(95,375) 

100,792 

Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year 

363,400 

262,608 

Cash and cash equivalents, end of year 

$ 

268,025  $ 

363,400 

Supplemental cash information (Note 18) 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements. 

 
LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

1.  Nature of operations 

Lundin  Gold  Inc.  together  with  its  subsidiaries  (collectively  referred  to  as  “Lundin  Gold”  or  the  “Company”)  is 
focused  on  its  Fruta  del  Norte  gold  operation  and  developing  its  portfolio  of  mineral  concessions  in  Ecuador.

The common shares of the Company are listed for trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “TSX”) and Nasdaq 
Stockholm under the symbol “LUG” and the OTCQX Best Market under the symbol “LUGDF”.  The Company was 
originally incorporated in British Columbia and continued under the Canada Business Corporations Act in 2002. 

The Company’s head office is located at Suite 2000, 885 W. Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, and it has a corporate 
office in Quito, Ecuador.   

2.  Basis of preparation 

These consolidated financial statements, including comparatives, have been prepared using accounting policies 
consistent with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards 
Board  (“IFRS  Accounting  Standards”).    The  principal  accounting  policies  applied  in  the  preparation  of  these 
consolidated  financial  statements  are  set  out  below  and  have  been  consistently  applied  to  all  the  periods 
presented. 

These consolidated financial statements were approved for issue by the Board of Directors on February 22, 2024. 

The following entities are included in these consolidated financial statements: 

Aurelian Resources Inc. 
Aurelian Resources Corporation Ltd. 
Aurelian Exploration Inc. 
Aurelian Menor Inc. 
Condor Finance Corp. 
Aurelian Ecuador S.A. 
AurelianEcuador Holding S.A. 
Ecoaurelian Agricola S.A. 
Aurelianmenor S.A. 
SurNorte Ventures Pte. Ltd. 
SurNorte Holdings I Pte. Ltd. 
SurNorte Holdings II Pte. Ltd. 
SurNorte S.A. 

Country of 
incorporation 

Canada 
Canada 
Canada 
Canada 
Canada 
Ecuador 
Ecuador 
Ecuador 
Ecuador 
Singapore 
Singapore 
Singapore 
Ecuador 

Ordinary shares held 
December 31,  December 31, 

2023 

100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 

2022 

100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 

The  proportion  of  the  voting  rights  held  directly  by  the  parent  company  does  not  differ  from  the  proportion  of 
ordinary shares held. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies 

The Company’s principal accounting policies are outlined below: 

(a)  Basis of consolidation 

These consolidated financial statements incorporate the financial statements of the Company and the entities 
controlled by the Company.  Control exists when the Company has the power, directly or indirectly, to govern 
the  financial  and  operating  policies  of  an  entity  so  as  to  obtain  benefits  from  its  activities.    The  financial 
statements  of subsidiaries  are  included in  the consolidated financial  statements  from  the date  that  control 
commences until the date that control ceases.  All significant intercompany transactions and balances have 
been  eliminated.    Accounting  policies  of  subsidiaries  have  been  changed  where  necessary  to  ensure 
consistency with the policies adopted by the Company. 

(b)  Foreign currency translation 

Transactions and balances 

In preparing the financial statements of the individual entities, transactions in currencies other than the entity’s 
functional currency (foreign currencies) are recorded at the rates of exchange prevailing at the dates of the 
transactions.  At each statement of financial position date, monetary assets and liabilities are translated using 
the period end foreign exchange rate.  Non-monetary assets and liabilities are translated using the historical 
rate on the date of the transaction.  All gains and losses on translation of these foreign currency transactions 
are included in the statement of income. 

Group companies 

The functional currency of the significant subsidiary of the Company, Aurelian Ecuador S.A., and certain other 
entities  is  U.S.  dollars.    Other  entities  which  have  a  functional  currency  different  from  the  presentation 
currency, including Lundin Gold Inc. whose functional currency is Canadian dollars (“CAD”), are translated 
into the presentation currency as follows: 

i. 

ii. 

iii. 

Assets and liabilities for each statement of financial position presented are translated at the closing 
rate at the date of that statement of financial position. 
Income  and  expenses  for  each  statement  of  income  are  translated  at  average  exchange  rates 
(unless this average is not a reasonable approximation of the cumulative effect of the rates prevailing 
on the transaction dates, in which case income and expenses are translated at the rate on the dates 
of the transactions). 
All  resulting  exchange  differences  are  recognized  in  other  comprehensive  loss  as  cumulative 
translation adjustments. 

(c)  Critical accounting estimates and judgments 

The  preparation  of consolidated  financial  statements  requires  management  to  make judgments,  estimates 
and  assumptions  that  affect  the  application  of  policies  and  reported  amounts  of  assets  and  liabilities,  and 
expenses.  The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other 
factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis of 
making the judgements about carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other 
sources.  Actual results may differ from these estimates. 

The  estimates  and  underlying  assumptions  are  reviewed  on  an  ongoing  basis.    Revisions  to  accounting 
estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period 
or in the period of the revision and further periods if the review affects both current and future periods. 

Significant assumptions about the future and other sources of estimation uncertainty that management has 
made at the end of the reporting period that have a significant risk of resulting in a material adjustment to the 
carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the event that the actual results differ from assumptions made, 
relate to, but are not limited to, the following: 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies (continued) 

Mineral  reserves  and  resources  –  The  Company  estimates  its  mineral  reserves  and  resources  based  on 
information  compiled  and  reviewed  by  qualified  persons  as  defined  in  accordance  with  NI  43-101 
requirements.  The estimation of mineral reserves and resources requires judgment to interpret geological 
data and metallurgical testing, design of appropriate mining methods, recovery methods and establishment of 
a life of mine production schedule.  The estimation of recoverable reserves is also based on assumptions 
such  as  capital  costs,  operating  costs  and  metal  pricing.    New  geological  data  or  changes  in  the  above 
assumptions may change the economic viability of reserves and may, ultimately, result in the reserves being 
revised.  Changes in the reserve or resource estimates may impact the fair value of financial instruments, the 
valuation of property, plant and equipment and mineral properties, the depletion and depreciation of property, 
plant and equipment and mineral properties, utilization of tax losses and decommissioning and site restoration 
provisions. 

Fair value of financial instruments – The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active 
market are determined using valuation techniques.  The Company uses its judgment to select a variety of 
methods  and  makes  significant  assumptions  that  are  mainly  based  on  market  conditions  existing  at  initial 
recognition and at the end of each reporting period.  Refer to Note 20 for further details on the methods and 
significant assumptions used. 

Assessment  of  impairment  indicators  –  Management  applies  significant  judgement  in  assessing  whether 
indicators of impairment exist for a cash generating unit which would necessitate impairment testing.  Internal 
and external factors such as significant changes in the use of the asset, commodity prices, foreign exchange 
rates, capital and production forecasts, mineral reserve and resource quantities, and discount rates are used 
by management in determining whether there are any indicators.  As at December 31, 2023, management did 
not identify any impairment indicators on the Company’s mineral properties, property, plant, and equipment. 

Deferred taxes – Deferred tax provisions are calculated by the Company while the actual amounts of income 
tax expense  are  not  final  until  tax  returns are  filed  and  accepted  by  the  relevant  authorities.   Judgment is 
required in assessing whether deferred tax assets and certain deferred tax liabilities are recognized on the 
balance sheet, in interpreting applicable tax laws, and what tax rate is expected to be applied in the year when 
the  related  temporary  differences  reverse.    Deferred  tax  liabilities  arising  from  temporary  differences  are 
recognized unless the reversal of the temporary differences is not expected to occur in the foreseeable future 
and can be controlled.  Assumptions about the generation of future taxable profits and repatriation of retained 
earnings depend on management’s estimates of future production and sales volumes, gold prices, reserves 
and resources, operating costs, decommissioning and restoration costs, capital expenditures, dividends and 
other capital management transactions.  These estimates and judgments are subject to risk and uncertainty 
and could result in an adjustment to the deferred tax provision and a corresponding credit or charge to profit. 

Decommissioning  and  site  restoration  provisions  –  The  Company  has  obligations  for  site  restoration  and 
decommissioning related to Fruta del Norte.  The future obligations for decommissioning and site restoration 
activities are estimated by the Company using mine closure plans or other similar studies which outline the 
requirements  that  will  be  carried  out to  meet  the  obligations.    The  provision  for  decommissioning  and site 
restoration  is  remeasured  at  the  end  of  each  reporting  period  for  changes  in  estimates  or  circumstances.  
Changes  in  estimates  or  circumstances  include  changes  in  legal  or  regulatory  requirements,  increased 
obligations arising from additional mining and exploration activities, changes to cost estimates, and changes 
to inflation and discount rates. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies (continued) 

(d)  Financial instruments 

Financial  assets  and  liabilities  are  recognized  when  the  Company  becomes  a  party  to  the  contractual 
provisions of the instrument.   

Financial  assets  and  liabilities  are  initially  measured  at  fair  value.    Transaction  costs  that  are  directly 
attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and liabilities (other than financial assets and financial 
liabilities at fair value through profit or loss) are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets 
or  financial  liabilities,  as  appropriate,  on  initial  recognition.    Transaction  costs  directly  attributable  to  the 
acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities measured at fair value through profit or loss are recognized 
immediately in the statement of income. 

Financial assets 

The Company classifies its financial assets according to the following measurement categories: 

i. 

Amortized cost 

Assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows where those cash flows represent solely 
payments of principal and interest are measured at amortized cost.   

ii. 

Fair value through other comprehensive loss (“FVOCI”) 

Assets that are held for both collection of contractual cash flows and future potential sale, where the 
assets’ cash flows represent solely payments of principal and interest, are measured at fair value 
through other comprehensive loss.   

iii. 

Fair value through profit or loss (“FVPL”) 

Assets that do not meet the criteria for amortized cost or FVOCI are measured at fair value through 
profit or loss. 

Financial assets are derecognized when the rights to receive cash flows from the financial assets have expired 
or  have  been  transferred  and  the  Company  has  transferred  substantially  all  the  risks  and  rewards  of 
ownership. 

Impairment of financial assets 

The Company assesses the expected credit losses associated with its financial assets carried at amortized 
cost  and  FVOCI.    The  impairment  methodology  applied  depends  on  whether  there  has  been  a  significant 
increase in credit risk.   

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies (continued) 

Financial liabilities  

The Company classifies its financial liabilities according to the following measurement categories: 

i. 

FVPL 

Liabilities that are (i) held for trading or (ii) designated as FVPL, are measured at FVPL.   

A financial liability is classified as held for trading if: 

• 
It has been incurred principally for the purpose of repurchasing it in the near term; or 
•  On  initial  recognition  it  is  part  of  a  portfolio  of  identified  financial  instruments  that  the 
Company may manage together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking; 
or 
It is a derivative, except for a derivative that is a financial guarantee contract or a designated 
and effective hedging instrument. 

• 

A financial liability that is not a financial liability held for trading may be designated as FVPL upon 
initial recognition if: 

•  Such  designation  eliminates  or  significantly  reduces  a  measurement  or  recognition 

• 

• 

inconsistency that would otherwise arise; or 
The financial liability forms part of a group of financial assets or liabilities or both, which is 
managed and its performance is evaluated on a fair value basis; or 
It forms part of a contract containing one or more embedded derivatives, and IFRS 9 permits 
the entire combined contract to be designated as FVPL. 

The amount of change in the fair value of the financial liability that is attributable to changes in the 
credit risk of that liability is recognised in other comprehensive income.  The remaining amount of 
change in the fair value of liability is recognised in the statement of income.  Changes in fair value 
attributable to a financial liability’s credit risk that are recognised in other comprehensive income are 
not subsequently reclassified to the statement of income; instead, they are transferred to retained 
earnings upon derecognition of the financial liability. 

ii. 

Amortized cost 

Liabilities not measured at FVPL are measured subsequently at amortized cost using the effective 
interest method.   

Financial  liabilities  are  derecognized  when,  and  only  when,  the  Company’s  obligations  are  discharged, 
cancelled or have expired.   

(e)  Cash and cash equivalents 

Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and deposits held with banks, which are readily convertible 
into known amounts of cash or mature within 90 days from the original dates of acquisition. 

(f) 

Inventories 

Ore stockpiles, in-circuit and finished metal inventory are valued at the lower of weighted average production 
cost  and  net  realizable  value.    Production  costs  include  the  cost  of  raw  materials,  direct  labour,  mine-site 
overhead  expenses and  applicable depreciation  and  depletion  of mineral  properties,  plant  and  equipment.  
Net realizable value is calculated as the estimated price at the time of sale based on prevailing and long-term 
metal prices less estimated future production costs to convert the inventories into saleable form and estimated 
costs to sell. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies (continued) 

Ore stockpile inventory represents ore on the surface that has been extracted from the mine and is available 
for further processing.  In-circuit inventory represents material in the mill circuit that is in the process of being 
converted into a saleable form.  Finished metal inventory represents doré and concentrate located at the mine, 
in transit to and at port, and doré at refineries. 

Materials and supplies inventories are valued at the lower of weighted average cost and net realizable value 
with a provision recorded for obsolete or slow-moving inventory.  Replacement costs of materials and spare 
parts are generally used as the best estimate of net realizable value. 

Any  write-downs  of  inventory  to  net  realizable  value  are  recorded  within  cost  of  sales  in  the  statement  of 
income.  If there is a subsequent increase in the value of inventory, the previous write-downs to net realizable 
value are reversed up to cost to the extent that the related inventory has not been sold. 

(g)  Property, plant and equipment 

Property, plant and equipment are carried at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.  The 
cost of an asset consists of its purchase price, any directly attributable costs of bringing the asset to its present 
working  condition  and  location  for  its  intended  use  and  an  initial  estimate  of  the  costs  of  dismantling  and 
removing the item and restoring the site on which it is located. 

Subsequent  costs  are  included  in  the  asset’s  carrying  amount  or  recognized  as  a  separate  asset,  as 
appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the 
Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. 

Depreciation of a majority of asset classes is calculated using the straight-line method to allocate its cost less 
its residual value over its estimated useful life.  Mine and plant facilities are depleted using a unit of production 
method over the total recoverable reserves.  The estimated useful lives of property, plant and equipment are 
as follows: 

Buildings 
Machinery and equipment   
Vehicles  
Furniture and office equipment 
Mine and plant facilities 

15 to 20 years 
5 to 10 years 
5 years 
3 to 10 years 
based on total recoverable reserves on a unit of production basis 

Depreciation methods and estimated useful lives and residual values are reviewed annually and when facts 
and circumstances require a re-estimate.   

The Company reviews the estimated total recoverable reserves annually and when events and circumstances 
indicate that such a review should be made.  Changes to estimated total recoverable reserves are accounted 
for prospectively. 

Expenditures on major maintenance or repairs, including the cost of the replacement of parts of assets and 
overhaul  costs  or  where  an  asset  or  part  of  an  asset  is  replaced,  the  expenditure  is  capitalized  and  the 
remaining carrying amount of the item repaired, overhauled or replaced is derecognized when it is probable 
that future economic benefits associated with the item will be available to the Company.  All other costs are 
expensed as incurred. 

An  item  of  plant  and  equipment  is  derecognized  upon  disposal  or  when  no  future  economic  benefits  are 
expected to arise from the continued use of the asset.  Any related gain or loss is determined as the difference 
between the net disposal proceeds or residual value, as applicable, and the carrying amount of the asset, and 
is recognized in the statement of income. 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies (continued) 

(h)  Exploration and evaluation (“E&E”) expenditures and mineral properties 

Exploration and evaluation expenditures are those costs required to find a mineral property and determine 
commercial viability.  E&E costs include costs to establish an initial mineral resource and determine whether 
Inferred  mineral  resources  can  be  upgraded  to  Measured  and  Indicated  mineral  resources  and  whether 
Measured and Indicated mineral resources can be converted to Proven and Probable reserves. 

E&E costs consist of, but are not limited to: 

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

gathering exploration data through topographical and geological studies; 
exploratory drilling, trenching and sampling; 
determining the volume and grade of the resource; 
test work on geology, metallurgy, mining, geotechnical and environmental; and 
conducting engineering, marketing and financial studies. 

Project  costs  in  relation  to  these  activities  are  expensed  as  incurred  until  such  time  that  the  project 
demonstrates  technical  feasibility  and  commercial  viability.    Technical  feasibility  and  commercial  viability 
generally coincides with the establishment of Proven and Probable mineral reserves.  Upon demonstrating 
technical feasibility and commercial viability, and subject to an impairment analysis, any such future costs, 
including  costs  incurred  to  increase  Proven  and  Probable  reserves,  are  capitalized  as  development  costs 
within mineral properties.   

After initial recognition, mineral properties are valued at cost less accumulated depletion and any impairment 
losses.  Costs associated with acquiring a mineral property are capitalized as incurred.  Upon commencement 
of commercial production, mineral properties are depleted based on total recoverable reserves on a unit of 
production basis. 

The Company reviews the estimated total recoverable reserves annually and when events and circumstances 
indicate that such a review should be made.  Changes to estimated total recoverable reserves are accounted 
for prospectively. 

(i) 

Impairment of non-financial assets 

Assets  that  are  subject  to  amortization  are  reviewed  for  impairment  whenever  events  or  changes  in 
circumstances indicate that  the  carrying  amount may  not  be  recoverable.    An impairment  loss  is recorded 
immediately if the asset’s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount.  The recoverable amount is the 
higher of an asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value in use.  For the purposes of assessing impairment, 
assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows (cash-generating 
units).   

Fair  value  is  the  price  that  would  be  received  from  selling  an  asset  or  cash  generating  unit  in  an  orderly 
transaction between market participants at the measurement date.  Costs to sell are incremental costs directly 
attributable to the disposal of an asset or cash generating unit.  Fair value less costs to sell is measured by 
estimating  future  after  tax  cash  flows  using  estimated  future  prices,  mineral  reserves  and  resources  and 
operating and capital costs.  All inputs used are those that an independent market participant would consider 
appropriate. 

Value in use is determined as the present value of the future cash flows expected to be derived from continuing 
use of an asset or cash generating unit in its present form.  These estimated future cash flows are discounted 
to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value 
of money and the risks specific to the asset or cash generating unit for which estimates of future cash flows 
have not been adjusted. 

Non-financial  assets  that  have  been  impaired  in  prior  periods  are  reviewed  for  possible  reversal  of  the 
impairment at each reporting date.  When identified, a reversal of an impairment loss is recognized in the 
statement of income immediately. 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies (continued) 

(j)  Provisions 

Asset retirement obligations 

The Company recognizes a liability for an asset retirement obligation on long-lived assets when a present 
legal or constructive obligation exists, as a result of past events, and the amount of the liability is reasonably 
determinable.    Asset  retirement  obligations  are  initially  recognized  and  recorded  as  a  liability  based  on 
estimated future cash flows discounted at a risk-free rate.  This is adjusted at each reporting period for changes 
to factors including the expected amount of cash flows required to discharge the liability, the timing of such 
cash flows and the risk-free discount rate.  Corresponding amounts and adjustments are added to the carrying 
value of the related long-lived asset and depleted to operations over the life of the related asset. 

(k)  Current and deferred income tax 

Tax  is  recognized  in  profit  or  loss,  except  to  the  extent  that  it  relates  to  items  recognized  in  other 
comprehensive income or directly in equity.  In this case the tax is also recognized in other comprehensive 
income or directly in equity, respectively. 

i. 

Current tax 

The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of the tax laws enacted or substantively 
enacted on the statement of financial position date in the countries where the Company’s subsidiaries 
operate  and  generate  taxable  income.    Management periodically  evaluates  positions  taken  in  tax 
returns  with  respect to  situations  in  which  applicable tax  regulation is subject  to interpretation.    It 
establishes  provisions  where appropriate  on  the  basis of  amounts expected to  be  paid  to  the  tax 
authorities. 

ii. 

Deferred tax 

Deferred income tax is recognized on temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets 
and  liabilities  and  their  carrying  amounts  in  the  consolidated  financial  statements.    However,  the 
deferred income tax is not accounted for if it arises from initial recognition of an asset or liability in a 
transaction  other  than  a  business  combination  that  at  the  time  of  the  transaction  affects  neither 
accounting nor taxable profit or loss.  Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws) 
that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the statement of financial position date and are 
expected to apply when the related deferred income tax asset is realized or the deferred income tax 
liability is settled. 

Deferred income tax assets are recognized only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable 
profit will be available against which the temporary differences can be utilized. 

Deferred  income  tax  is  provided  on  temporary  differences  arising  on  investments  in  subsidiaries, 
except where the timing of the reversal of the temporary difference is controlled by the Company and 
it is probable that the temporary difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future. 

Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset 
current  tax  assets  against  current  tax  liabilities  and  when  the  deferred  income  taxes  assets  and 
liabilities relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation authority on either the taxable entity or 
different taxable entities where there is an intention to settle the balances on a net basis. 

(l)  Share capital 

Common shares are classified as equity.  

Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares are shown in equity as a deduction from the 
proceeds. 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies (continued) 

(m)  Stock-based compensation 

The  Company  has  a  stock-based  compensation  plan,  under  which  the  entity  receives  services  from 
employees  and  non-employees  as  consideration  for  equity  instruments  (options  and  share  units)  of  the 
Company. 

Stock options and share units granted to employees are measured on the grant date.  Stock options granted 
to non-employees are measured on the date that the goods or services are received. 

The fair value of the employee and non-employee services received in exchange for the grant of the options 
and share units are recognized as an expense.  The total amount to be expensed is determined by reference 
to the fair value of the stock options and share units granted and the vesting periods.  The total expense is 
recognized over the vesting period, which is the period over which all of the specified vesting conditions are 
to be satisfied. 

The cash subscribed for the shares issued when the options are exercised is credited to share capital, net of 
any directly attributable transaction costs. 

(n)  Earnings per share 

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing the net income available to common shareholders by the 
weighted average number of shares outstanding during the reporting period.  Diluted earnings per share is 
computed  similar  to  basic  earnings  per  share  except  that  the  weighted  average  shares  outstanding  are 
increased to include additional shares for the assumed exercise of stock options, if dilutive.  The number of 
additional  shares  is  calculated  by  assuming  that  outstanding  stock  options  were  exercised  and  that  the 
proceeds from such exercises were used to acquire common stock at the average market price during the 
reporting periods.   

(o)  Comprehensive income 

Comprehensive income is the change in the Company’s net assets that results from transactions, events and 
circumstances  from  sources  other  than  the  Company’s  shareholders  and  includes  items  that  would  not 
normally be included in net profit such as derivative gains (losses) related to the Company’s own credit risk 
on designated financial liabilities measured at fair value through profit or loss.  The Company’s comprehensive 
income,  components  of  other  comprehensive  income  (loss)  and  cumulative  translation  adjustments  are 
presented  in  the  consolidated  statements  of  income  and  comprehensive  income  and  the  statements  of 
changes in equity. 

(p)  Revenue recognition 

Revenues are recognized when all of the following criteria are met: 

•  Control has been transferred to the customer; 
•  Neither  continuing  managerial  involvement  to  the  degree  usually  associated  with  ownership,  nor 

effective control over the goods sold, has been retained; 
The amount of revenue can be reliably measured; 
It is probable that the economic benefits associated with the sale will flow to the Company; and 
The costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the sale can be reliably measured. 

• 
• 
• 

These conditions are generally satisfied when title passes to the customer. 

Doré sales 

Revenues are recorded at the time of physical delivery, which is also the date that title of the gold and silver 
passes to the customer.  For gold, the sales price is determined in accordance with the terms of the offtake 
commitment (Note 9).  For silver, the sales price is fixed on the date of sale based on the silver spot price. 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies (continued) 

Concentrate sales 

Based  on  the  terms  of  concentrate  sales  contracts  with  independent  smelting  companies,  revenues  are 
recorded when the concentrate is loaded on vessels for shipment to the customers, which is also the date that 
title passes to the customer.  Sales prices are provisionally set at that time based on the then market prices.  
Subsequent determination of final gold prices can range from one to four months after shipment depending 
on the customer. For sales that are provisionally priced at year end, an estimate of the adjustment to revenues 
and trade receivables is calculated based on the expected month when the final gold price is forecast to be 
determined and the related forward price of gold at the end of the reporting period.  

(q)  IFRS pronouncements 

Amendment to IAS 1 and IFRS Practice Statement 2 – Disclosure of Accounting Policies 

The International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”) amended IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements 
to require entities to disclose their material rather than their significant accounting policies. The amendments 
define  what  is  material  accounting  policy  information  and  explain  how  to  identify  when  accounting  policy 
information is material. They further clarify that immaterial accounting policy information does not need to be 
disclosed. If it is disclosed, it should not obscure material accounting information. To support this amendment, 
the IASB also amended IFRS Practice Statement 2 Making Materiality Judgements to provide guidance on 
how to apply the concept of materiality to accounting policy disclosures. 

These amendments are effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023.  The Company 
has modified certain disclosures to reflect this new IFRS pronouncement. 

Amendments to IAS 12 - Deferred Tax related to Assets and Liabilities arising from a Single Transaction 

The amendments to IAS 12 Income Taxes require companies to recognize deferred tax on transactions that, 
on  initial  recognition,  give  rise  to  equal  amounts  of  taxable and  deductible  temporary  differences,  and  will 
require the recognition of additional deferred tax assets and liabilities.  

The  amendment  should  be  applied  to  transactions  that  occur  on  or  after  the  beginning  of  the  earliest 
comparative period presented. In addition, entities should recognize deferred tax assets (to the extent that it 
is probable that they can be utilised) and deferred tax liabilities at the beginning of the earliest comparative 
period for all deductible and taxable temporary differences associated with:  

• 
• 

right-of-use assets and lease liabilities, and  
decommissioning, restoration and similar liabilities, and the corresponding amounts recognized as 
part of the cost of the related assets.  

The  cumulative  effect  of  recognizing  these  adjustments  is  recognised  in  the  opening  balance  of  retained 
earnings, or another component of equity, as appropriate. 

This amendment is effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023.  As the Company has 
recognized deferred taxes associated with its restoration provision, there was no impact by the adoption of 
this new standard. 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

3.  Summary of material accounting policies (continued) 

Amendments to IAS 12 - International Tax Reform – OECD Pillar Two Model Rules 

In May 2023, the IASB issued amendments to IAS 12 Income Taxes to clarify the application of IAS 12 to 
income  taxes  arising  from  tax  law  enacted  or  substantively  enacted  related  to  the  Pillar  Two  model  rules 
published  by  the  Organization  for  Economic  Co-operation  and  Development  (“OECD”).  The  amendments 
require a mandatory temporary exception which prohibits the accounting for deferred taxes arising from tax 
law that implements the Pillar Two model rules. This amendment was effective immediately upon its release. 
The amendments also require disclosures that explain an entity's exposure to Pillar Two income taxes. These  
disclosure requirements are effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023, but 
are not required for interim periods before December 31, 2023.  The Company has not included additional 
disclosures arising from this amendment in these financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023 
because the impact was not material. 

In  August  2023,  Finance  Canada  released,  for  public  consultation,  the  draft  legislation  to  implement  the 
OECD's Pillar Two global minimum tax regime. As at December 31, 2023, there was no tax legislation enacted 
or substantively enacted related to the Pillar Two model in the jurisdictions the Company operates.  

4.  Trade receivables and other current assets 

Trade receivables (a) 
VAT recoverable (b) 
Prepaid expenses and others (c) 

December 31, 
2023 

December 31, 
2022 

$ 

$ 

93,036  $ 
23,409 
47,011 

86,431 
61,883 
20,820 

163,456  $ 

169,134 

(a)  Trade receivables represent the value of concentrate and doré sold as at period end for which the funds 
are not yet received.  Consistent with industry standards, concentrate sales generally have relatively long 
payment terms and are not settled until two to five months after export.   

Concentrate sales are first recorded based on provisional prices.  For sales that are provisionally priced as 
at December 31, 2023, an adjustment is estimated and recorded using the forward gold price at year end 
for the future month when the final gold price for each individual sale is expected to be determined.  This 
adjustment resulted in an increase of $7.8 million in trade receivables as of December 31, 2023 (December 
31, 2022 - $6.1 million). 

(b)  Subject to submission of monthly claims and their acceptance by the applicable tax authorities, VAT paid in 
Ecuador by the Company after January 1, 2018 are being refunded or applied as a credit against other 
taxes  payable, based  on  the level of  export  sales in  any given month.    Therefore,  a portion  of the  VAT 
recoverable has been reclassified as current assets.  

(c)  Prepaid  expenses  and  other  includes  credit  notes  issued  by  the  tax  authorities  in  Ecuador  relating  to 
approved  VAT  claims.  These  credit  notes  can  be  used  to  offset  taxes  payable  including  statutory  tax 
withholdings from payments to vendors. 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

5. 

Inventories 

Ore stockpile 
Gold in circuit 
Doré and concentrate 
Materials and supplies 

December 31, 
2023 

December 31, 
2022 

$ 

$ 

6,922  $ 
7,849 
17,868 
56,767 

89,406  $ 

11,545 
5,833 
16,709 
55,700 

89,787 

As at December 31, 2023, the Company maintained a provision of $7.0 million (December 31, 2022 - $5.0 million) 
associated  with  obsolete  or  slow-moving  materials  &  supplies  inventory  generally  accumulated  during  the 
construction of Fruta del Norte.  

6.  Property, plant and equipment 

Cost 

Balance, January 1, 
2022 

Additions 
Disposals and other 
Reclassifications 
Cumulative translation 
adjustment 

Balance, December 
31, 2022 

Additions 
Disposals and other 
Cumulative translation 
adjustment 

Balance, December 
31, 2023 

Construction-
in-progress 

Mine and 
plant 
facilities 

Machinery 
and 
equipment 

Furniture 
and office 
equipment 

Vehicles 

Total 

$ 

27,536  $ 

874,098  $ 

54,865  $ 

23,078  $ 

2,685  $ 

983,262 

18,569 
- 
(46,105) 

- 

- 

29,715 
(1,953) 
46,105 

(841) 

2,202 
(3,154) 
- 

2,311 
(795) 
- 

1,350 
(612) 
- 

54,147 
(6,514) 
- 

- 

- 

(5) 

(846) 

947,124 

54,913 

24,594 

3,418 

1,030,049 

7,009 
- 

39,320 
- 

649 
(5,971) 

1,076 
(1,230) 

1,110 
(1,995) 

49,164 
(9,196) 

- 

297 

- 

- 

10 

307 

$ 

7,009  $ 

986,741  $ 

49,591  $ 

24,440  $ 

2,543  $  1,070,324 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

6.  Property, plant and equipment (continued) 

Accumulated 
depletion and 
depreciation 

Construction-
in-progress 

Mine and 
plant 
facilities 

Machinery 
and 
equipment 

Furniture 
and office 
equipment 

Vehicles 

Total 

Balance, January 1, 
2022 

$ 

Depletion and 
depreciation 
Disposals and other 
Cumulative translation 
adjustment 

Balance, December 
31, 2022 

Depletion and 
depreciation 
Disposals and other 
Cumulative translation 
adjustment 

Balance, December 
31, 2023 

Net book value 

As at December 31, 
2022 

As at December 31, 
2023 

$ 

$ 

$ 

-  $ 

114,469  $ 

18,493  $ 

13,189  $ 

2,037  $ 

148,188 

- 
- 

- 

- 

- 
- 

- 

92,689 
(410) 

(169) 

6,640 
(1,513) 

4,426 
(748) 

264 
(612) 

104,019 
(3,283) 

- 

- 

(5) 

(174) 

206,579 

23,620 

16,867 

1,684 

248,750 

100,225 
- 

6,481 
(5,432) 

3,946 
(1,230) 

589 
(1,995) 

111,241 
(8,657) 

92 

- 

- 

2 

94 

-  $ 

306,896  $ 

24,669  $ 

19,583  $ 

280  $ 

351,428 

-  $ 

740,545  $ 

31,293  $ 

7,727  $ 

1,734  $ 

781,299 

7,009  $ 

679,845  $ 

24,922  $ 

4,857  $ 

2,263  $ 

718,896 

7.  Mineral properties 

Cost 

Balance, January 1, 2022 

Adjustments to restoration asset 
Depletion 

Balance, December 31, 2022 

Adjustments to restoration asset 
Depletion 

Fruta del Norte 

$ 

207,146 

- 
(23,639) 

183,507 

1,004 
(24,483) 

Balance, December 31, 2023 

$ 

160,028 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

8.  Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 

Accounts payable 
Accrued liabilities 

9.  Long-term debt 

Gold prepay credit facility (a) 
Stream credit facility (b) 
Offtake derivative liability (c) 
Senior debt facility (d) 

Less: current portion 

Gold prepay credit facility 
Stream credit facility 
Offtake derivative liability 
Senior debt facility 

$ 

$ 

$ 

$ 

December 31, 
2023 

December 31, 
2022 

16,750  $ 
58,074 

74,824  $ 

14,259 
57,175 

71,434 

December 31, 
2023 

December 31, 
2022 

-  $ 

276,183 
29,464 
- 

207,446 
259,226 
28,440 
172,854 

305,647  $ 

667,966 

- 
59,568 
4,148 
- 

207,446 
49,223 
4,112 
84,593 

Long-term portion 

$ 

241,931  $ 

322,592 

The stream credit facility (the “Stream Facility”) and the offtake derivative liability are accounted for as financial 
liabilities at fair value through profit or loss and are comprised of the following as at December 31, 2023. 

Principal 
Transaction costs 
Derivative fair value adjustments 

Total  

$ 

$ 

Stream loan 
credit facility 

Offtake 
derivative 
liability 

101,105  $ 
(1,859) 
176,937 

$ 

- 
- 
29,464 

Total 

101,105 
(1,859) 
206,401 

276,183  $ 

29,464 

$ 

305,647 

Derivative fair value adjustments reflect the revaluation of the financial instruments at fair value as at December 
31, 2023.  The derivative gain or loss related to the Company’s own credit risk recorded in other comprehensive 
income includes the impact of the difference between the Company’s own credit risk at the time of entering into 
the long-term debt and the statement of financial position date (see also Note 20). 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

9.  Long-term debt (continued) 

(a)  Gold prepay credit facility (the “Gold Prepay Facility”) 

In late December, as provided under the Gold Prepay Facility, the Company exercised its right to repay in full 
the Gold Prepay Facility by delivering an irrevocable notice of early repayment of its remaining outstanding 
obligations effective January 5, 2023. On that day, a payment of $207.5 million was made to extinguish the 
Gold  Prepay  Facility,  inclusive  of  interest  of  $0.1  million  accrued  between  January  1  to  January  5,  2023. 
Repayment was based on a gold price fixed near the end of December 2022 and a negotiated amount of 
equivalent ounces per quarter for the last ten remaining quarters at that time.  As at December 31, 2022, the 
fair  value  of  the  Gold  Prepay  Facility  at  was  determined  to be  $207.4  million, comprised of  the  remaining 
unamortized principal balance and an accrued Finance Charge of $128.5 million, and was classified as part 
of the current portion of long-term debt. 

(b)  Stream Facility 

The  Stream  Facility  is  a  secured  loan  facility  with  a  stated  interest  rate  of  7.5%  per  annum  with  interest 
accruing based upon the outstanding balance.   

The  Stream  Facility  is  repayable  in  variable  monthly  instalments  equivalent  to  the  value  of  7.75%  of  gold 
production less $404 per oz. (the “Gold Base Price”) and 100% of the silver production less $4.04 per oz. (the 
“Silver Base Price”) up to a maximum of 350,000 oz. of gold and six million oz. of silver.  The Gold Base Price 
and Silver Base Price will increase by 1% in February of each year.  The excess of the monthly repayments 
over the principal due monthly and the balance of interest accrued to that date, if any, is a variable additional 
charge (the “Finance Charge”). 

The Company has elected to measure the Stream Facility as a financial liability at fair value through profit or 
loss. During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company made payments under the Stream Facility 
totaling $79.9 million (2022 – $56.0 million) of which $17.5 million (2022 – $13.9 million) was paid on account 
of principal; $8.3 million (2022 – $9.5 million) for accrued interest; and $54.1 million (2022 – $32.6 million) for 
the Finance Charge (see Note 20).  As at December 31, 2023, based on the projected life of mine production 
and other significant assumptions (see Note 20), the estimated fair value equivalent to 235,912 oz. of gold 
and 4,523,029 oz. of silver remains outstanding under the Stream Facility. 

The Company has the option to repay (i) 50% of the remaining Stream Facility on June 30, 2024 for $150 
million and / or (ii) the other 50% of the remaining Stream Facility on June 30, 2026 for $225 million. 

(c)  Offtake commitment (the “Offtake”) 

The  lender  of  the  Stream  Facility  has  been  granted  the  right  to  purchase  50%  of  Fruta  del  Norte  gold 
production, up to a maximum of 2.5 million oz., at a price determined based on monthly delivery dates and a 
defined  quotational  period.    This  obligation  is  satisfied  first  through  the  sale  of  doré  and  then,  if  required, 
financial settlement. 

The  Company  has  determined  that  the  Offtake  represents  a  derivative  financial  liability.  Accordingly,  the 
Offtake,  which  is  primarily  a  function  of  the  gold  price  option  feature,  is  measured  at  fair  value  at  each 
statement of financial position date, with changes in the derivative fair value being recorded in profit or loss. 
As at December 31, 2023, based on the projected life of mine production and other significant assumptions 
(see  Note  20),  the  estimated  fair  value  equivalent  of  1,733,865  oz  of  gold  remains  outstanding  under  the 
Offtake. 

(d)  Senior debt facility (the “Senior Facility”) 

During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company paid $181.5 million of principal (2022 – $86.2 million) 
and $11.5 million (2022 – $10.8 million) of interest relating to the Senior Facility which includes the election to 
fully repay the Senior Facility on November 14, 2023.  Following the full repayment of the Senior Facility, the 
remaining balance of deferred transaction costs were recognized within finance expense.  The full repayment 
was completed in accordance with the terms of the Senior Facility without any fees or penalties due to the 
senior lenders.  

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

9.  Long-term debt (continued) 

Under the long-term debt, the Company, together with its subsidiaries related to Fruta del Norte (collectively, the 
“FDN Subsidiaries”), remain subject to a number of covenants.  In addition, the long-term debt is secured by a 
charge over the FDN Subsidiaries’ assets, pledges of the shares of the FDN Subsidiaries and guarantees of the 
Company and the FDN Subsidiaries.  

10.  Reclamation provision 

The Company’s reclamation provision relates to the rehabilitation of Fruta del Norte.  The reclamation provision 
has been calculated based on total estimated rehabilitation costs and discounted back to its present value.  The 
pre-tax discount rate and inflation rate are adjusted annually and reflect current market assessments.  

At December 31, 2023, the Company applied a pre-tax discount rate of 9.4% (2022 – 9.5%) and an inflation rate 
of  1.4%  (2022  –  1.5%).    The  estimated  total  future  liability  for  reclamation  and  remediation  costs  on  an 
undiscounted basis and adjusted for an estimate of future inflation is approximately $30.2 million (2022 – $29.1 
million).  

  December 31, 

  December 31, 

2023 

2022 

Balance, beginning of year 

 $ 

7,049 

$ 

6,438 

Change in discount rate, amount, and timing of cash flows 
Accretion of liability component of obligations 

1,004 
669 

- 
611 

Balance, end of year 

  $ 

8,722 

$ 

7,049 

11.  Share capital 

Authorized: 

•  Unlimited number of common shares without par value 
•  Unlimited number of preference shares without par value 

During  the  year  ended  December  31,  2023,  the  Company  issued  800,840  common  shares  to  Newmont 
Corporation  (“Newmont”),  indirectly  through  its  subsidiary  Newcrest  Canada  Inc.  (“Newcrest”),  at  a  weighted 
average price of CAD$16.37 per share for total proceeds of $9.6 million.  During the year ended December 31, 
2022, 477,260 common shares were issued to Newcrest at a weighted average price of CAD$10.50 per share for 
total proceeds of $3.9 million. These issuances were completed in accordance with anti-dilution rights granted from 
an initial investment into the Company by Newcrest, which was recently acquired by Newmont. 

12.  Stock-based compensation 

Under an omnibus incentive plan (the “Omnibus Plan”) that allows for the reservation of a maximum 6% of the 
common shares issued and outstanding for issuance at any given time, the Company may grant stock options, 
restricted share units and deferred share units (collectively, the “Awards”).  Subject to specific provisions under 
the Omnibus Plan, the eligibility, vesting period, term, and number of Awards are granted at the discretion of the 
Company’s board of directors.   

Recipients of share units granted and outstanding on a dividend record date are entitled to receive an award of 
additional share units equal to the cash dividends declared and paid on the Company’s common shares (“Dividend 
Equivalent”).  Dividend Equivalents are calculated in accordance with the Omnibus Plan based on the number of 
share units held, the dividend per share and the weighted average trading price of the Company’s shares on the 
TSX for the five days preceding the date the dividend was paid.  These additional share units are subject to the 
same terms and conditions as the underlying share units. 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

12.  Stock-based compensation (continued) 

i.  Stock options 

Stock  options  granted  and  outstanding  under  the  Omnibus  Plan  and  a  pre-existing  stock  option  plan  (the 
“Option Plan”) have an expiry date of five years and vest over a period of three or four years from date of 
grant.  No additional stock options can be granted under the Option Plan. 

During the year ended December 31, 2023, 530,600 stock options were granted under the Omnibus Plan. 

Stock options are exercisable into one common share of the Company at the price specified in the terms of 
the option agreement. 

A continuity summary of the stock options granted and outstanding under the Omnibus Plan and Option Plan 
is presented below: 

Year ended 
December 31, 2023 

Year ended 
December 31, 2022 

Weighted 
average 

Weighted 
average 

Number of 
stock options 

  exercise price 

(CAD) 

  Number of 
  stock options 

  exercise price 

(CAD) 

Balance, beginning of period 

4,237,923  $ 

8.35   

4,863,400  $ 

Granted 
Forfeited 
Exercised(1) 

530,600 
(17,002) 
(1,156,552) 

14.13   
10.00   
5.28   

772,800 
(42,884) 
(1,355,393) 

Balance outstanding, end of period 

3,594,969  $ 

10.18   

4,237,923  $ 

7.26 

9.86 
10.23 
5.23 

8.35 

Balance exercisable, end of period 
7.10 
 (1) The weighted average share price on the exercise date for the stock options exercised during the year ended December 
31, 2023 was CAD$16.11 (2022 - CAD$11.62). 

2,693,070  $ 

2,299,121  $ 

9.30   

The following table summarizes information concerning outstanding and exercisable options at December 31, 
2023: 

Outstanding options 

Exercisable options 

Range of 
exercise 
prices 
(CAD) 

Number of 
options 
outstanding 

Weighted 
average 
remaining 
contractual 
life (years) 

Weighted 
average 
exercise 
price 
(CAD) 

Number of 
options 
outstanding 

Weighted 
average 
remaining 
contractual 
life (years) 

Weighted 
average 
exercise 
price (CAD) 

$ 
5.22 to 5.40 
$  5.41 to 11.00 
$  11.01 to 16.12 

801,300 
1,433,069 
1,360,600 

0.16  $ 
2.66 
2.49 

5.36 
10.13 
13.08 

801,300 
714,417 
783,404 

0.16  $ 
2.50 
1.29 

5.36 
10.23 
12.48 

3,594,969 

2.04  $ 

10.18 

2,299,121 

1.27  $ 

9.30 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

12.  Stock-based compensation (continued) 

The  fair  value  based  method  of  accounting  was  applied  to  stock  options  granted  to  employees,  including 
directors,  and  non-employees  on  the  date  of  grant  using  the  Black-Scholes  option  pricing  model  with  the 
following weighted-average assumptions: 

Risk-free interest rate 
Expected stock price volatility 
Expected life 
Expected dividends (CAD) 

Weighted-average fair value per option granted (CAD) 

December 31, 2023 

December 31, 2022 

3.17% 
38.43% 
5 years 
$0.26 

$4.57 

1.62% 
36.51% 
5 years 
- 

$3.40 

The equity-settled share-based payment reserve includes the fair value of employee options as measured at 
grant date and amortized over the period during which the employees become unconditionally entitled to the 
options. 

During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense of 
$1.8 million (2022 – $2.1 million).  

ii.  Share units 

Under the Omnibus Plan, the Company has granted restricted share units and deferred share units to eligible 
employees and non-employee directors as presented below. 

Restricted share units with 
performance criteria 

Settled in 
cash or shares 

Settled in 
shares 

Restricted share units 

Settled in  
cash 

Settled in 
shares 

Deferred 
share units 

Balance at January 1, 2022 

148,000 

187,300   

24,600 

110,800   

23,308 

Granted 
Granted – Dividend Equivalent 
Cancelled 
Settled 

- 
4,052 
- 
- 

196,500   
10,506   
(17,054)  
-   

- 
670 
- 
- 

86,800   
4,271   
-   
(41,000)  

10,509 
861 
- 
- 

Balance at December 31, 2022 

152,052 

377,252   

25,270 

160,871   

34,678 

Granted 
Granted - Dividend Equivalent 
Cancelled 
Settled 

- 
- 
- 
(152,052) 

167,300   
18,300   
-   
-   

- 
- 
(5,752) 
(19,518) 

134,884   
5,744   
(24,652)  
(101,646)  

9,007 
607 
- 
(30,825) 

Balance at December 31, 2023 

- 

562,852   

- 

175,201   

13,467 

Restricted share units with performance criteria (“PSUs”) 

During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company granted 167,300 PSUs that are settled in shares 
(“Share PSUs”).  In addition, in connection with dividends paid during the year ended December 31, 2023, 
18,300 Share PSUs were granted as Dividend Equivalents.  During the year ended December 31, 2022, the 
Company granted 196,500 Share PSUs.  In addition, in connection with the Company’s inaugural dividend 
paid in 2022, 10,506 Share PSUs and 4,052 PSUs that are settled in cash or common shares, at the recipient’s 
option, (“Cash PSUs”) were granted as Dividend Equivalents.   

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

12.  Stock-based compensation (continued) 

All Cash PSUs were settled through a combination of payment of cash or issuance of shares during the year 
ended December 31, 2023.  Share PSUs are granted to eligible employees and vest three years from date of 
grant subject to continued employment and certain performance conditions being met.  The number of Share 
PSUs that vest will be adjusted using a multiplier that is based on total shareholder return by the Company’s 
shares over the three-year period relative to a peer group as defined by the Company’s board of directors.  
Each vested Share PSU entitles the recipient to a payment of one common share.   

Using Monte Carlo simulation, the fair value of Share PSUs was measured on the date of grant while the fair 
value  of  Cash  PSUs  was  measured  as  at  December  31,  2022  with  the  following  weighted-average 
assumptions: 

December 31, 
2023 
Share PSUs 

December 31, 2022 

Share PSUs 

Cash PSUs 

Risk-free interest rate 
Average expected volatility of the Company 
and its peer group 
Expected life 
Expected dividends (CAD) 

4.22% 

2.20% 

N/A 

45.64% 
3 years 
$0.26 

50.54% 
3 years 
- 

N/A 
0.15 years 
$0.26 

Weighted-average fair value per unit (CAD) 

$12.38 

$9.33 

$13.23 

The fair value of Share PSUs measured at grant date are being amortized over the period during which the 
employees become unconditionally entitled to the Share PSUs.  During the year ended December 31, 2023, 
the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense of $1.4 million (2022 – $0.9 million) relating to 
Share PSUs. 

Restricted share units without performance criteria (“RSUs”) 

During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company granted 134,884 RSUs that are settled in shares 
(“Share RSUs”).  In addition, in connection with dividends paid during year ended December 31, 2023, 5,744 
Share RSUs were granted as Dividend Equivalents.  During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company 
granted 86,800 Share RSUs.  In addition, in connection with the Company’s inaugural dividend paid in 2022, 
4,271  Share  RSUs  and  670  RSUs  that  are  settled  in  cash  (“Cash  RSUs”)  were  granted  as  Dividend 
Equivalents.   

All Cash RSUs were settled in cash during the year ended December 31, 2023.  Share RSUs are granted to 
eligible employees and vest one to three years from date of grant subject to continued employment.  Each 
vested Share RSU entitles the recipient to a payment of one common share.   

Using the Black-Scholes option pricing model, the fair value of the Share RSUs was measured on the date of 
grant  while  the  fair  value  of  the  Cash  RSUs  was  measured  as  at  December  31,  2022  with  the  following 
weighted-average assumptions: 

Risk-free interest rate 
Expected stock price volatility 
Expected life 
Expected dividends (CAD) 

December 31, 
2023 
Share RSUs 

December 31, 2022 

Share RSUs  Cash RSUs 

3.88% 
39.36% 
1.96 years 
$0.26 

1.22% 
44.54% 
1.99 years 
- 

3.86% 
39.27% 
0.15 years 
$0.26 

Weighted-average fair value per unit (CAD) 

$17.33 

$12.42 

$13.86 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

12.  Stock-based compensation (continued) 

The fair value of Share RSUs measured at grant date are being amortized over the period during which the 
employees become unconditionally entitled to the Share RSUs.  During the year ended December 31, 2023, 
the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense of $1.1 million (2022 – $0.9 million) relating to 
Share RSUs. 

Deferred share units (“DSUs”) 

During the year ended December 31, 2023 and year ended December 31, 2022, the Company granted 9,007 
DSUs and 10,509 DSUs, respectively, to non-employee directors.  In addition, in connection with dividends 
paid  by  the  Company  during  the  year  ended  December  31,  2023,  607  DSUs  were  granted  as  Dividend 
Equivalents (2022 - 861 DSUs).  The DSUs do not vest until the end of service as a director of the Company.  
Each vested DSU entitles the recipient to a payment in shares.  

During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense of 
$0.2 million (2022 – $0.1 million) relating to DSUs.  

13.  Revenues 

Doré sales 
Concentrate sales 
Gain on provisionally priced trade receivables 

14.  Administration 

Corporate social responsibility 
Investor relations 
Office and general 
Professional fees 
Regulatory and transfer agent 
Salaries and benefits 
Stock-based compensation 
Travel 

  December 31, 

  December 31, 

2023 

2022 

$ 

$ 

324,792 
576,026 
1,700 

283,083 
526,483 
6,100 

$ 

902,518 

$ 

815,666 

  December 31, 

  December 31, 

2023 

2022 

$ 

$ 

2,260 
386 
3,243 
2,130 
433 
7,409 
4,468 
703 

1,727 
380 
3,035 
2,049 
398 
6,354 
5,008 
454 

$ 

21,032 

$ 

19,405 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

15.  Finance expense 

Interest expense 
Finance charge (Note 9(a)) 
Other finance costs 
Accretion of transaction costs (Note 9(d)) 

16.  Related party transactions 

Key management compensation 

  December 31, 

  December 31, 

2023 

2022 

$ 

$ 

17,746 
54,097 
2,429 
10,997 

29,972 
197,266 
5,778 
7,783 

$ 

85,269 

$ 

240,799 

Key management includes executive officers and directors of the Company.  The compensation paid or payable 
to key management for employee services and directors is shown below. 

Salaries, bonuses and benefits 
Stock-based compensation 

December 31, 
2023 

December 31, 
2022 

$ 

$ 

6,611  $ 
3,471 

10,082  $ 

5,606 
3,991 

9,597 

17.  Income taxes 

(a)  Income tax expense 

Current income tax expense is generated from net income for tax purposes in Ecuador relating to operations 
at Fruta del Norte.  In addition to corporate income taxes in Ecuador which are levied at a rate of 22% and 
dividend withholding taxes levied at a rate of 5% related to the anticipated portion of net income distributed 
from  Ecuador,  included  in  current  income  tax  expense  is  the  portion  of  profit  sharing  payable  to  the 
Government of Ecuador which is calculated at a rate of 12% of net income for tax purposes. The employee 
portion  of  profit  sharing,  calculated  at  a  rate  of  3%  of  net  income  for  tax  purposes,  is  considered  an 
employment benefit and included in operating costs.   

The rates used in Ecuador differ from the amount that would result from applying the Canadian federal and 
provincial income tax rates to net income before tax.  These differences result from the following items: 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

17.  Income taxes (continued) 

  December 31, 

2023 

2022 

Net income before tax 

$ 

285,038 

$ 

177,274 

Canadian federal and provincial income tax rates 

27.00% 

27.00% 

Expected income tax expense based on the above rates 

76,960 

47,864 

Increase (decrease) due to: 

Differences in foreign tax rates 
Non-deductible costs 
Losses and temporary differences for which an income tax asset has 
not been recognized 
Non-taxable portion of capital gains 
Withholding taxes (current and deferred) 
Recognition and de-recognition of deferred tax assets  (1) 

12,954 
5,889 

4,087 
(235) 
5,926 
- 

9,327 
9,655 

313 
1,195 
11,270 
24,092 

Income tax expense 

$ 

105,581 

$ 

103,716 

(1)  The de-recognition of deferred tax assets of $24.1 million was a one-time adjustment relating to a revised 

judgment of the application of certain tax laws in Ecuador in 2022. 

(b)  Deferred income taxes 

Deferred tax liabilities have been recognized on the statement of financial position as follows: 

Inventories 
Mineral properties and property, plant and equipment 
Long-term debt 
Trade receivables and other current assets 
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 
Other 

 $ 

December 31, 

2023 

2022 

$ 

2,383 
115,599 
(45,408) 
(3,209) 
(3,143) 
8,500 

2,899 
84,162 
(37,640) 
(4,332) 
(4,463) 
6,000 

 $ 

74,722 

$ 

46,626 

Deductible temporary differences for which no deferred taxes assets have been recognized are as follows: 

Non-capital losses - Canada 
Net-capital losses - Canada 
Mineral properties and property, plant and equipment 
Share issuance costs 
Other 

 $ 

December 31, 

$ 

2023 

28,864 
7,910 
55,617 
207 
8,722 

2022 

26,648 
5,212 
45,592 
637 
7,049 

 $ 

101,320 

$ 

85,138 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

17.  Income taxes (continued) 

As at December 31, 2023, the Company has the following tax losses which may be used to reduce future taxable 
income: 

Year of expiry 

Canada 

2024 
2025 
2026 
2027 
2028 and onwards 

$ 

- 
- 
- 
- 
28,864 

Total  

$ 

28,864 

18.  Supplemental cash information 

Cash and cash equivalents are comprised of the following: 

Cash  
Short-term investments 

Other supplemental cash information: 

December 31, 
2023 

December 31, 
2022 

$ 

$ 

70,670  $ 

197,355 

283,596 
79,804 

268,025  $ 

363,400 

December 31, 

2023 

2022 

Income taxes paid (1) 

$ 

46,017 

$ 

54,376 

Change in accounts payable and accrued 
liabilities related to: 

Acquisition of property, plant and equipment 

929 

127 

(1) Income taxes paid includes $25 million voluntary advance income tax payment to the Government of Ecuador 
which will reduce the Company’s corporate income tax payment due in April 2024. Effective January 1, 2024, the 
Company  is  subject  to  monthly  income  tax  instalment  payments  in  Ecuador  using  a  rate  published  by  the  tax 
authorities in Ecuador based on the previous year’s tax return. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

18.  Supplemental cash information (continued) 

The following table sets forth the changes in liabilities arising from financing activities for the year ended December 
31, 2023. 

Gold 
prepay 
credit 
facility  

Stream 
loan credit 
facility 

Offtake 
derivative 
liability 

Senior 
debt 
facility 

Total 

Balance, January 1, 2022 

$ 

197,780  $ 

263,614  $ 

27,038 

$ 

251,545  $  739,977 

Cash outflows 
Change in derivative fair values   
Finance charge accrued 
Other changes (1) 

(39,071) 
(89,404) 
128,499 
9,642 

(23,478) 
9,333 
- 
9,757 

- 
1,402 
- 
- 

(86,209) 
- 
- 
7,518 

  (148,758) 
(78,669) 
128,499 
26,917 

Balance, December 31, 2022  $ 

207,446  $ 

259,226  $ 

28,440 

$ 

172,854  $  667,966 

Cash outflows 
Change in derivative fair values   
Finance charge accrued  
Other changes (1) 

(207,512) 
- 
- 
66 

(25,821) 
34,285 
- 
8,493 

- 
1,024 
- 
- 

(181,541) 
- 
- 
8,687 

  (414,874) 
35,309 
- 
17,246 

Balance, December 31, 2023  $ 
 (1) Other changes include non-cash movements and accrual of interest and finance charge. 

276,183  $ 

29,464 

-  $ 

$ 

-  $  305,647 

19.  Segmented information 

Operating segments are components of an entity that engage in business activities from which they incur expenses 
and  whose  operating  results  are  regularly  reviewed  by  a  chief  operating  decision  maker  to  make  resource 
allocation  decisions  and  to  assess  performance.    The  Chief  Executive  Officer  is  responsible  for  allocating 
resources and reviewing operating results of each operating segment on a periodic basis.   

The Company’s primary business activity is the Fruta del Norte operating mine in Ecuador.  Materially all of the 
Company’s  non-current  assets  and  non-current  liabilities  relate  to  Fruta  del  Norte.    In  addition,  the  Company 
conducts exploration activities and maintains a number of concessions in Ecuador outside of Fruta del Norte. 

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Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

19.  Segmented information (continued) 

The following are summaries of the Company’s current and non-current assets, current and non-current liabilities, 
and net income (loss) by segment: 

As at December 31, 2023 

Current assets 
Non-current assets 

Total assets 

Current liabilities 
Non-current liabilities 

Total liabilities 

For the year ended December 31, 2023 

Revenues 

Income from mining operations 
Corporate administration 
Exploration expenditures 
Finance income (expense) 
Other expense 
Derivative loss 
Income tax expense 

Net income (loss) for the year 

Fruta del 
Norte 

Exploration 
activities 

Corporate 
and other 

Total 

$ 

 477,929 
933,830 

$ 

$ 

941 
102 

55,017  $ 
390 

533,887 
934,322 

1,411,759 

184,802 
316,875 

501,677 

902,518 

435,180 
(5,041) 
- 
(76,095) 
(327) 
(32,069) 
(99,656) 

221,992 

1,043 

1,476 
- 

1,476 

55,407 

1,468,209 

750 
8,500 

9,250 

187,028 
325,375 

512,403 

- 

- 

902,518 

- 
(145) 
(23,720) 
- 
- 
- 
- 

(23,865) 

- 
(15,846) 
- 
3,790 
(689) 
- 
(5,925) 

(18,670) 

435,180 
(21,032) 
(23,720) 
(72,305) 
(1,016) 
(32,069) 
(105,581) 

179,457 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

19.  Segmented information (continued) 

As at December 31, 2022 

Current assets 
Non-current assets 

Total assets 

Current liabilities 
Non-current liabilities 

Total liabilities 

For the year ended December 31, 2022 

Revenues 

Income from mining operations 
Corporate administration 
Exploration expenditures 
Finance income (expense) 
Other income (expense) 
Derivative gain 
Income tax expense 

Net income (loss) for the year 

Fruta del 
Norte 

Exploration 
activities 

Corporate 
and other 

Total 

$ 

544,121 
1,033,544 

$ 

1,577,665 

430,945 
370,267 

801,212 

815,666 

369,754 
(4,702) 
- 
(236,889) 
(3,304) 
76,317 
(92,446) 

108,730 

7,978 
- 

7,978 

1,229 
- 

1,229 

$ 

83,222  $ 
- 

635,321 
1,033,544 

83,222 

1,668,865 

8,343 
6,000 

14,343 

440,517 
376,267 

816,784 

- 

- 

815,666 

- 
(66) 
(15,450) 
- 
- 
- 
- 

(15,516) 

- 
(14,637) 
- 
1,178 
5,073 
- 
(11,270) 

(19,656) 

369,754 
(19,405) 
(15,450) 
(235,711) 
1,769 
76,317 
(103,716) 

73,558 

20.  Financial instruments and risk management 

The  Company’s  financial  instruments  include  cash,  cash  equivalents  and  certain  receivables,  which  are 
categorized  as  financial  assets  at  amortized  cost,  and  accounts  payable  and  accrued  liabilities,  which  are 
categorized as financial liabilities at amortized cost.  The fair value of these financial instruments approximates 
their carrying values due to the short-term nature of these instruments.  In addition, the Stream Facility and offtake 
commitment have been classified as financial liabilities measured at fair value.  Further, provisionally priced trade 
receivables of $93.0 million (2022 - $86.4 million) are measured at fair value using quoted forward market prices 
(level 2). 

(a)  Fair value measurements and hierarchy 

IFRS Accounting Standards establish a fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques 
used to measure fair value.  The hierarchy gives the highest priority to unadjusted quoted prices in active 
markets for identical assets or liabilities and the lower priority to unobservable inputs.  The three levels of the 
fair value hierarchy are as follows: 

Level 1:  Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the reporting entity has 

the ability to access at the measurement date. 

Level 2:  Inputs that are observable, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the 

asset or liability. 

Level 3:  Inputs that are both significant to the fair value measurement and unobservable. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

20.  Financial instruments and risk management (continued) 

(b)  Fair value measurements using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) 

The following table sets forth the Company’s financial liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis by 
level within the fair value hierarchy for the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022.  Each 
of these financial instruments are classified as Level 3 as their valuation includes significant unobservable 
inputs. 

Stream loan 
credit 
facility 

Offtake 
derivative 
liability 

Total 

Balance, January 1, 2022 

  $ 

263,614  $ 

27,038 

$ 

290,652 

Principal paid 
Interest paid 
Interest accrued at stated rate of 7.5% 
Accretion of transaction costs 

 Derivative fair value adjustments recognized in: 

Net income 
Other comprehensive income 

Change in derivative fair values 

(13,933) 
(9,545) 
9,545 
212 

20,608 
(11,275) 
9,333 

- 
- 
- 
- 

1,402 
- 
1,402 

(13,933) 
(9,545) 
9,545 
212 

22,010 
(11,275) 
10,735 

Balance, December 31, 2022 

  $ 

259,226  $ 

28,440 

$ 

287,666 

Principal paid 
Interest paid 
Interest accrued at stated rate of 7.5% 
Accretion of transaction costs 

 Derivative fair value adjustments recognized in: 

Net income 
Other comprehensive income 

Change in derivative fair values 

(17,541) 
(8,280) 
8,280 
212 

31,045 
3,241 
34,286 

- 
- 
- 
- 

1,024 
- 
1,024 

(17,541) 
(8,280) 
8,280 
212 

32,069 
3,241 
35,310 

Balance, December 31, 2023 

  $ 

276,183  $ 

29,464 

$ 

305,647 

(c)  Significant assumptions in valuation and relationship to fair value 

The Stream Facility and the Offtake above were valued using Monte Carlo simulation valuation models.  The 
significant assumptions used in the Monte Carlo valuation models include: the gold and silver forward prices, 
gold and silver price volatility, the risk-free rate of return, risk-adjusted discount rates, and the projected life of 
mine production schedule.   

As  the gold  price  and silver  price volatilities  and  risk-adjusted  discount  rates  are unobservable  inputs,  the 
Stream Facility and the Offtake are classified within Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy.  The following table 
summarizes the quantitative information about the significant unobservable inputs used in Level 3 fair value 
measurements. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

20.  Financial instruments and risk management (continued) 

Fair value at 
December 
31, 2023 

305,674 

Stream Facility 
and Offtake 

$ 

Unobservable 
inputs 

Range of 
inputs 

Relationship of unobservable 
inputs to fair value 

Gold price and 
silver price 
volatilities 

13% to 29% 

Risk-adjusted 
discount rates 

12% to 13% 

An increase or decrease in the 
expected volatilities of 5% would 
increase or decrease the fair value 
of long-term debt and derivative loss 
by $7.1 million or $7.9 million, 
respectively 
An increase or decrease in risk-
adjusted discount rates of 1% would 
decrease or increase the fair value of 
long-term debt and comprehensive 
income by $4.7 million or $4.8 million, 
respectively 

(d)  Valuation processes 

The valuation of financial instruments classified as Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy were prepared by an 
independent  valuation  specialist  under  the  direct  oversight  of  the  Senior  Vice  President,  Finance  of  the 
Company.  Discussions of valuation processes and results are reported to the audit committee at least once 
every three months, in line with the Company’s quarterly reporting periods.   

(e)  Financial risk management 

The Company’s financial instruments are exposed to a variety of financial risks by virtue of its activities or by 
their nature. 

Currency risk 

Lundin  Gold  is  a  Canadian  company,  with  foreign  operations  in  Ecuador.    Revenues  generated  and 
expenditures incurred in Ecuador are primarily denominated in U.S. dollars, as are its loan facilities.  However, 
equity capital, if needed, is typically raised in Canadian dollars.  As such, the Company is subject to risk due 
to  fluctuations  in  the  exchange  rates  of  foreign  currencies.    Although  the  Company  does  not  enter  into 
derivative financial instruments to manage its exposure, the Company tries to manage this risk by maintaining 
most of its cash in U.S. dollars.  Based on this exposure, a 2% change in the U.S. dollar exchange rate would 
give rise to an increase or decrease of approximately $1.1 million in net income for the year. 

Credit risk 

Credit risk is the risk of a financial loss to the Company if a counterparty to a financial instrument fails to meet 
its contractual obligations.  The majority of the Company’s cash is held in large financial institutions with a 
high investment grade rating.  The Company is also subject to credit risk associated with its trade receivables.  
The Company manages this risk by only selling to a small group of reputable customers with strong financial 
statements. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

20.  Financial instruments and risk management (continued) 

Concentration of credit risk 

Cash and cash equivalents are held with high quality financial institutions.  Substantially all of the Company’s 
cash and cash equivalents held with financial institutions exceed government-insured limits.  The Company 
has  established  a  treasury  policy  that  seek  to  minimize  its  credit  risk  by  entering  into  transactions  with 
investment grade credit worthy and reputable financial institutions and by monitoring the credit standing of 
those financial institutions.  The Company seeks to limit the amount of exposure with any one counterparty in 
accordance with its established treasury policy. 

Interest rate risk 

The Company is subject to interest rate risk with respect to the fair value of long-term debt which are accounted 
for at fair value through profit or loss.  Refer to Note 20(c) for the impact of changes in interest rates on the 
fair value of the Company’s long-term debt. 

Liquidity risk 

Liquidity risk is the risk that the Company will not be able to meet its obligations as they become due.  Cash 
flow  forecasting  is  performed  regularly  to  monitor  the  Company’s  liquidity  requirements  to  ensure  it  has 
sufficient cash to meet its operational needs at all times.  In addition, management is actively involved in the 
review, planning and approval of significant expenditures and commitments.   

The Company’s accounts payable and accrued liabilities are due within twelve months.  For the Company’s 
long-term debt, terms of repayment are described in Note 9. 

Commodity price risk 

The  Company  is  subject  to  commodity  price  risk  from  fluctuations  in  the  market  prices  of  gold  and  silver.  
Commodity price risks are affected by many factors that are outside the Company’s control including global 
or regional consumption patterns, the supply of and demand for metals, speculative activities, the availability 
and costs of substitutes, inflation and political and economic conditions.  The Company has not hedged the 
price of any commodity at this time. 

The fair value of a portion of the Company’s trade receivables as well as long-term debt accounted for at fair 
value through profit or loss are impacted by fluctuations of commodity prices.  Based on this exposure, an 
increase  or  decrease  of  5%  in  gold  and  silver  prices  would  increase  or  decrease  the  fair  value  of  the 
Company’s trade receivables by $5 million and the long-term debt by $14 million. 

21.  Capital risk management 

The Company’s objectives when managing capital are to safeguard the Company’s ability to continue as a going 
concern and operate Fruta del Norte and to maintain a flexible capital structure which optimizes the cost of capital 
at an acceptable risk. 

In the management of capital, the Company considers items included in shareholders’ equity and long-term debt. 
The Company manages the capital structure and makes adjustments to it in light of changes in economic conditions 
and  the  risk  characteristics  of  the  Company’s  assets.    In  order  to  maintain  or  adjust  the  capital  structure,  the 
Company may choose to repay its debt facilities and/or attempt to issue new shares or debt instruments, acquire 
or dispose of assets, or to bring in joint venture partners. 

In order to facilitate the management of its capital requirements, the Company prepares annual budgets that are 
updated as necessary depending on various factors, including successful capital deployment and general industry 
conditions.  The annual and updated budgets are approved by the Board of Directors. 

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LUNDIN GOLD INC. 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2023 
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.  Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. 
dollars, except share and per share amounts) 

22.  Commitments 

Significant capital expenditures contracted as at December 31, 2023 but not recognized as liabilities are as follows: 

Capital 
expenditures 

$ 

$ 

15,016 
1,096 
- 

16,112 

2024 
2025 
2026 

Total  

The Company’s sales are subject to a 5% net smelter royalty payable to the Government of Ecuador and a 1% net 
revenue royalty payable to third parties. 

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Corporate Information  

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 
Jack Lundin, Chairman 
Vancouver, Canada 
Carmel Daniele 
London, United Kingdom 
Gillian Davidson 
Edinburgh, United Kingdom 
Ian Gibbs 
Vancouver, Canada 
Ashley Heppenstall 
London, United Kingdom  
Melissa Harmon 
Denver, USA 
Ron F. Hochstein 
Vancouver, Canada 
Scott Langley 
Toronto, Canada 
Angelina Mehta  
Montreal, Canada  

OFFICERS 
Ron F. Hochstein 
President & Chief Executive Officer 
Christopher Kololian 
Chief Financial Officer  
Terry Smith 
Chief Operating Officer 
Chester See 
Senior Vice President, Finance 
Sheila Colman 
Vice President, Legal and 
Sustainability & Corporate Secretary 
Andre Oliveira 
Vice President, Exploration 

Lundin Gold Ecuador 

OFFICES 
CORPORATE HEAD OFFICE 
Lundin Gold Inc. 
885 West Georgia Street, Suite 2000 
Vancouver, BC V6C 3E8  
Telephone: 604-689-7842 
Toll Free: 1-888-689-7842 
Facsimile: 604-689-4250 

Effective April 15, 2024 Lundin 
Gold’s new corporate head office 
address will be: 
Suite 2800, Four Bentall Centre 
1055 Dunsmuir Street 
Vancouver, BC V7X 1L2 
Telephone: 604-689-7842 
Toll Free: 1-888-689-7842 
Facsimile: 604-689-4250 

REGIONAL HEAD OFFICE 
Aurelian Ecuador S.A., 
a subsidiary of Lundin Gold Inc. 
Av. Amazonas N37-29 y UNP Edificio 
Eurocenter, Piso 5 
Quito, Pichincha 
Ecuador 
Telephone: 593-2-299-6400 

COMMUNITY OFFICE 
Calle 1ro de Mayo y 12 de Febrero, 
esquina 
Los Encuentros, Zamora-Chinchipe, 
Ecuador 

STOCK EXCHANGE 
LISTINGS 
The Toronto Stock Exchange 
Trading Symbol: LUG 
Nasdaq Stockholm 
Trading Symbol: LUG 

SHARE REGISTRAR AND 
TRANSFER AGENT 
Computershare Investor Services Inc. 
510 Burrard Street, 3rd Floor 
Vancouver, BC V6C 3B9  
Telephone: 1-800-564-6253 

AUDITOR 
PricewaterhouseCoopers  LLP 
250 Howe St, Suite700  
Vancouver, BC V6C 3S7 
Telephone: 604-806-7000 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 
Further information about Lundin Gold 
is available by contacting:  
Finlay Heppenstall 
Director, Investor Relations 
and Corporate 
Development 
Telephone: 604-806-3089 
Toll Free: 1-888-689-7842 
info@lundingold.com 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
885 West Georgia Street, Suite 2000 
Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3E8 
Canada 

Av. Amazonas N37-29 y UNP Edificio 
Eurocenter, Piso 5 
Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador 

Telephone: 604-689-7842 
Toll Free: 1-888-689-7842 

Telephone: 593-2-299-6400 

info@lundingold.com 

www.lundingold.com 

@LundinGold 

@LundinGoldEC 

Lundin Gold 

Lundin Gold 

Lundin Gold Ecuador