Westward Gold Announces Adoption of Semi-Annual Reporting

Vancouver, British Columbia, April 23, 2026 – TheNewswire – Westward Gold Inc. (CSE: WG, OTCQB: WGLIF, FSE: IM50) (“Westward” or the “Company”) announces that it has adopted a semi-annual financial reporting ("SAR") framework, effective immediately. This news release is being issued and filed pursuant to British Columbia Securities Commission Coordinated Blanket Order 51-933 Exemptions to Permit Semi-Annual Reporting for Certain Venture Issuers ("CBO 51-933"). CBO 51-933 allows eligible venture issuers to voluntarily move from a quarterly to a semi-annual financial reporting framework. The Company's fiscal year ends on March 31. Under the provisions of CBO 51-933, the Company will be exempt from the requirements to file Q1 and Q3 financial statements and associated management's discussion and analysis ("MD&A") for so long as it continues to meet eligibility criteria under CBO 51-933. Accordingly, Westward will not be filing its interim financial statements and associated MD&A for the three months ended June 30, 2026. The Company will also not be required to file any interim financial statements and associated MD&A for any subsequent quarters ended June 30 and December 31 in each financial year. Andrew Nelson, Westward Chief Financial Officer, noted: “The decision to transition to semi-annual reporting is consistent with Westward's commitment to capital management and efficiency; this will enable our small team to focus on core business activities while reducing certain overhead costs including professional and legal fees, and regulatory filing expenses. As an exploration-stage, non-revenue-generating company, we believe semi-annual reporting will continue to provide adequate disclosure to investors as to our financial standing. Updating the market regarding project advancement, operations, and strategic developments will remain a top priority for Westward.”