
Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) ("Hempalta" or the "Company"), a Canadian-based provider of nature-based carbon credit solutions, today issued a corporate update outlining recent developments in its strategic transition.
Equipment Sale Update
Hempalta Corp. (TSXV:HEMP) processes industrial hemp at scale to produce a range of consumer and commercial products using its proprietary processing technology, HempTrain, which converts industrial hemp into high-volume, high-grade products.
Hempalta's products include animal bedding, garden mulch and construction products such as hempcrete - a biocomposite material for construction and insulation made of hemp hurds and lime. Industrial hemp is highly versatile and can be grown in different climates and soil conditions.
HEMPALTA owns 50.1 percent of HCS, which uses a science-based quantification methodology designed to measure carbon removal from industrial hemp accurately. The strategic investment in HCS - and through partnerships with industrial hemp farmers - positions HEMPALTA to become a leading carbon credit generator. The sale of these hemp-derived carbon credits offers a new revenue stream for HEMPALTA, in addition to its B2C and B2B hemp products. The carbon credit market is currently the largest opportunity for HEMPALTA. The global voluntary carbon market is projected to reach $2.68 trillion by 2028 at a CAGR of 18.23 percent. HEMPALTA anticipates realizing the first full cycle of carbon credit revenue by the first quarter of 2025.
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HEMPALTA presents a unique investment opportunity in the rapidly expanding carbon credit market. With its innovative approach to carbon credit generation, HEMPALTA is poised to capitalize on the growing demand for carbon offsets, supporting global net-zero commitments and providing substantial returns for forward-thinking investors.
HEMPALTA (TSXV:HEMP), publicly traded on the TSX Venture Exchange, is revolutionizing the approach to carbon sequestration by harnessing the power of industrial hemp. The company's mission is to transform hemp into a sustainable tool for generating carbon credits, addressing the urgent need for climate change solutions while tapping into a burgeoning market.
Recent market analyses underscore the potential of HEMPALTA's strategy:
HEMPALTA is strategically positioned to meet this escalating demand through its innovative hemp-based carbon credit generation process. By acquiring 100 percent interest in Hemp Carbon Standard, HEMPALTA has solidified its leadership in the hemp carbon credit market, offering businesses a sustainable platform to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Hempalta’s low-risk, scalable carbon credit model
With the HCS acquisition, HEMPALTA is prioritizing premium hemp-derived carbon credits. HCS will develop and manage the scientific methodologies, farmer onboarding, and validation frameworks for hemp-based carbon credits. At the same time, Hempalta Processing Inc. will continue to operate its intellectual property and product lines retaining ownership of key products such as Hempy Cat, Hemp Fresco and Hempzorb, offering them for licensing. This enhanced strategic focus on its carbon credit business will allow the company to achieve its long-term goals:
With an experienced leadership team that brings years of expertise in operations, manufacturing, marketing, consumer packaged goods and retail sales, HEMPALTA is poised for significant growth.
HEMPALTA's core business revolves around the generation and sale of carbon credits derived from industrial hemp cultivation and processing. The company’s ‘no-risk’ carbon credit model involves four simple steps:
HEMPALTA’s unique advantage lies in its advanced technological infrastructure, which ensures the precision and transparency required in the carbon credit market. This cutting-edge technology ensures efficiency, transparency and scalability in its operations.
HEMPALTA has demonstrated significant progress in managing and expanding its industrial hemp acreage and in generating carbon credits. Through its innovative efforts, HEMPALTA has successfully cultivated and processed industrial hemp across substantial acreage, showcasing the scalability of its operations.
The company effectively grew the number of industrial hemp farms under its management from 15 farms in 2023 to 36 farms by the end of 2024, increasing its acreage to 13,556 across Canada, USA, UK, Portugal, Australia, Ukraine and Spain, with an estimated carbon credit value of $2 million.
HEMPALTA is actively pursuing growth strategies to enhance its market position, which includes expanding its operations globally, targeting regions with favorable conditions for hemp cultivation and carbon credit markets, and investing in regenerative farming practices to further increase the carbon sequestration capacity for hemp crops.
Additionally, the company is focused on supporting and developing biochar production capabilities, which offer long-term carbon storage solutions and additional revenue streams.
Darren Bondar previously founded and served as president and CEO of Inner Spirit Holdings, the first cannabis retail company listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange. Under his leadership, Inner Spirit Holdings expanded significantly until its acquisition by Sundial Growers in July 2021. Prior to that, he was the president and CEO of Watch It! and Comfortable Image, consumer retail and franchising businesses. Bondar holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Alberta and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Western University. He has completed the Financing, Governance and Compliance for Public Companies course at Simon Fraser University.
Candace Ryan brings over 15 years of experience in accounting, payroll, human resources, financial planning, and financial reporting and analysis. Most recently, she was financial controller in a publicly traded national brand retail start-up. Her organization and hands-on, real-time approach to accounting has made her an asset to the organizations she has contributed to. Candace is a legacy certified general accountant and a current member of the Chartered Professional Accountants.
Cecil Horwitz brings over 20 years of experience in business development, operations, and team leadership to his role at HEMPALTA. He spearheads the company’s sustainability initiatives, including its contributions to the voluntary carbon market and the scaling of biochar as a climate solution. With a passion for farmers, culture, and customers, Horwitz is uniquely skilled at translating vision into actionable results, always guided by clear goals and metrics. His leadership is grounded in values of honesty, respect, and hard work, which have enabled him to build strong, collaborative teams that deliver exceptional outcomes.
Brittany McKell brings energy and dedication to overseeing production, logistics and procurement in the Company’s operations. Her experience in the hemp industry includes roles in sales and marketing and she has been a key contributor to new product creation. McKell holds a marketing degree from Mount Royal University and a business administration diploma from SAIT.
Adaptable and creative, Samantha Down uses her visual storytelling to inspire cult branding for companies where she works. She oversees all sales and marketing activity for HEMPALTA. Previously, she held marketing roles with two national consumer product retailers. Down holds a business administration degree from Mount Royal University and finance diploma from SAIT.
Adrian Stokes has over two decades of experience in financial services. He currently leads ADL Private Office in Monaco, a private family office for the majority partner of Fullbrook Thorpe Investments LLP. Previously, he held various roles at Barclays Wealth & Investment Management. Stokes holds a double major in business from Greenwich Business School in London.
Craig Steinberg has been a director of HEMPALTA since August 2021. He is a practicing lawyer with Steinberg Law and is the designated mortgage broker for Fortius Mortgage Corporation. From August 2017 until July 2021, Steinberg served as a director of Inner Spirit Holdings which was listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange.
Dan Balaban is the executive chair and CEO of Greengate Power Corporation, a Canadian renewable energy company. Before joining Greengate, Balaban co-founded and served as president and CEO of Roughneck.ca, which provides software solutions for the oil and gas industry. Earlier in his career, he worked as a management consultant at top-tier firms, including EY and PwC.
Russell Wilson is the vice-president of business development with Prairie Merchant Corporation, a private investment company that focuses on real estate, energy, agriculture and sports franchises. He sits on the board of Indiva and continues to actively manage a portfolio of cannabis-related investments. Wilson holds a Master of Business degree from Queensland University of Technology.
Michael Ginevsky is a partner at DS Lawyers Canada LLP, where he focuses primarily on capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and securities regulatory compliance. Ginevsky received a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of British Columbia and Juris Doctor from the University of Alberta. He was previously corporate secretary of Inner Spirit Holdings, a cannabis retailer listed on the CSE.
Pioneering the next generation of carbon credits
Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) ("Hempalta" or the "Company"), a Canadian-based provider of nature-based carbon credit solutions, today issued a corporate update outlining recent developments in its strategic transition.
Equipment Sale Update
On May 22, 2025, Hempalta announced its wholly owned subsidiary, Hempalta Processing Inc. ("HPI"), had entered into a US$1.15 million agreement to sell its hemp processing and biochar equipment (the "Transaction"). Despite follow up discussions and repeated assurances, the purchase price has not been paid to HPI; accordingly, HPI has retained ownership of all equipment and associated intellectual property and has reinitiated the asset sale process. Interested parties may contact the Company for additional details.
FCC Forbearance Agreement
In connection with the termination of the Transaction, HPI, has entered into a forbearance agreement with Farm Credit Canada ("FCC") dated effective June 2, 2025. This agreement extends protection through June 30, 2025, providing HPI time to complete a revised monetization plan for its processing assets while maintaining transparency and compliance with its senior lender.
Carbon Credit Market Momentum Continues
The Company's 2024 carbon credits now total 29,448 tonnes of COâ‚‚ removal across 12,669 acres under the Hemp Carbon Standard. These credits are available for purchase via the Company's Cloverly storefront (hempcarbonstandard.cloverly.app), and discussions with corporate buyers are ongoing.
CEO to Speak at Canadian Climate Investor Conference
Hempalta President and CEO Darren Bondar will be speaking at the 2025 Canadian Climate Investor Conference hosted by the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX and TSXV) on June 11, 2025, at the Arcadian Court in Toronto. Mr. Bondar will outline Hempalta's strategic pivot to nature-based carbon credit markets and showcase the scalable growth opportunity through its Hemp Carbon Standard platform.
About Hempalta Corp.
Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) is a Canadian clean-tech company focused on high-integrity carbon removal credits derived from industrial hemp. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, Hemp Carbon Standard Inc., the Company supports regenerative agriculture, biochar deployment, and AI-powered MRV to deliver transparent, verifiable carbon credits aligned with global climate goals.
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Forward-looking information in this news release includes, but is not limited to, statements regarding: the Company's ability to complete the sale of its hemp processing and biochar equipment; the resolution of the outstanding forbearance with Farm Credit Canada (FCC);Â negative cash flow from operations and the Company's ability to operate as a going concern; the anticipated proceeds and timing of any asset sales; the scaling of the Hemp Carbon Standard platform; the sale of verified carbon credits; the development of new corporate offtake agreements; and the Company's broader growth initiatives under Hempalta carbon credit platform.
Such forward-looking information is based on assumptions and expectations, including but not limited to: the Company's ability to remarket and sell the equipment; continued support from major shareholders and new investors; demand for nature-based carbon removal credits; successful onboarding of additional farmers; favorable regulatory conditions; and Hempalta's ability to execute its strategic plan and secure necessary financing on reasonable terms.
Although the Company believes the assumptions and expectations reflected in the forward-looking information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on them, as actual results may differ materially due to known and unknown risks. These risks include, but are not limited to: economic conditions and capital market volatility; failure to close the asset sale or private placement; changes in carbon credit market demand or pricing; regulatory changes; inability to retain key personnel; weather-related challenges impacting hemp cultivation; and those risks set forth in the Company's public disclosure documents available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.
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Hempalta (TSXV: HEMP), an agricultural clean-tech company that leverages its value chain and knowledge to generate global carbon credit solutions from industrial hemp and other nature based solutions, announced today that it will be presenting at the 2025 Canadian Climate Investor Conference (CCIC), taking place on Wednesday June 11, 2025 at the Arcadian Court in Toronto, Ontario.
For a complete agenda of the conference and to register, see the conference website here: https://events.tsx.com/ccic/.
About Hempalta
Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) is a nature-based carbon credit provider utilizing industrial hemp's potential to sequester carbon. Through its subsidiary Hemp Carbon Standard Inc. (HCS), the Company develops methodologies and supports farmers in monetizing regenerative farming practices.
About the Canadian Climate Investor Conference
The Canadian Climate Investor Conference (CCIC), hosted by Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV), brings together growth-oriented clean technology and renewable energy companies, and climate conscious investors, to share ideas and discover ways to accelerate the deployment of capital needed to build a more sustainable future for Canadians.
The conference showcases clean technology investments and is designed to help democratize the ability for investors to participate in growing the clean technology ecosystem.
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Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) ("Hempalta" or the "Company"), a Canadian-based innovator in nature-based carbon credits, today provided an update on its ongoing corporate transformation and operational milestones.
As part of its previously announced strategic shift to focus exclusively on its high-growth carbon credit business, Hempalta has completed the wind down and closure of its processing facility in Calgary. The facility has now been vacated and decommissioned.
FCC Loan Update
In connection with the plant closure, the Company's wholly owned subsidiary, Hempalta Processing Inc. ("HPI") has received a notice of default from Farm Credit Canada ("FCC") in respect of the Company's obligations under its existing loan agreement and related security (the "Default"). The notice cites technical defaults arising from the cessation of operations and FCC's determination that there is a material adverse change. No monetary payment default has occurred to date.
Equipment Sales
In connection with the Default, and further to the previously announced marketing of the Company's turn-key industrial hemp processing line, including biochar processing equipment (the "Equipment"), the Company is pleased to announce that HPI has entered into a binding asset purchase agreement (the "Purchase Agreement") with an arm's length third party for sale of the Equipment for cash consideration of USD$1,150,000 (the "Purchase Price") (the "Transaction"). The Purchase Agreement includes the payment of a fifty percent deposit of USD$575,000 upon signing, and remains subject to standard closing conditions including but not limited to the receipt of necessary regulatory and shareholder approvals (the "Approvals"), and receipt of the balance of the Purchase Price. In connection with the Purchase Agreement, certain insiders have signed voting support agreements in respect of shareholder approval of the Transaction.
Proceeds from the Transaction will be used to satisfy the outstanding amounts owed to FCC to satisfy the Default, and are also expected to be used to reduce outstanding corporate liabilities and strengthen the Company's balance sheet. The Company expects to call its annual and special shareholders meeting to approve the Transaction and annual items in due course.
Carbon Credit Update
Hempalta is pleased to report continued growth and progress in its carbon credit business:
For the 2024 crop year, approximately 29,000 tonnes of COâ‚‚ sequestration have been calculated using the Company's AI-powered MRV (Measurement, Reporting and Verification) platform. These credits are currently in final verification with Control Union, and once issued, will bring the Company's total verified credits to over 44,000 tonnes when combined with the previously announced 15,325 credits issued for 2023.
Looking ahead to 2025, the Company anticipates continued growth in its carbon credit program driven by expanded farm participation. Final 2025 acreage and sequestration estimates are anticipated to be announced when Hempalta reports its Q2 results at the end of May.
Upcoming Industry Event Participation
Hempalta also announced its participation in Carbon Unbound East Coast, taking place May 21-22, 2025, in New York City. The Company will be showcasing its innovative hemp-based carbon credit methodology and actively engaging with global carbon buyers and partners.
"We continue to execute on our focused carbon-first strategy while responsibly managing the wind down of legacy operations," said Darren Bondar, CEO of Hempalta. "We are continuing to advance our carbon credit platform, and seeing clear momentum in both our sequestration volumes and industry engagement."
About Hempalta
Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) is a nature-based carbon credit provider utilizing industrial hemp's potential to sequester carbon. Through its subsidiary Hemp Carbon Standard Inc. (HCS), the Company develops methodologies and supports farmers in monetizing regenerative farming practices. In addition to HCS, through its subsidiary Hempalta Processing Inc., the Company retains its established hemp-based product lines for licensing, supporting a balanced portfolio that addresses modern sustainability needs.
Learn more at www.hempalta.com or contact Investor Relations at invest@hempalta.com.
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Forward-looking information in this news release includes, but is not limited to, statements regarding: the anticipated benefits of the sale of the Equipment; the timing and closing of the Transaction; the receipt of necessary Approvals; ; the Company's ability to execute its carbon credit initiatives; the settlement of the outstanding Default with FCC; the demand for carbon credits increasing; the ability of the Company to successfully scale the Hemp Carbon Standard platform; any future financing of the Company; and the Company's future business development activities.
Such forward-looking information is based on various assumptions and factors that may prove to be incorrect, including, but not limited to, assumptions regarding: the completion of the Transaction and receipt of Approvals; the settlement of the outstanding Default with FCC;; the expected benefits of the Hemp Carbon Standard platform; the ability of the Company to maintain access to capital markets and financing sources; demand for carbon credits in the voluntary market; the sale of the Equipment and the proceeds from such sales being sufficient to satisfy outstanding debts; required regulatory approvals; and the ability of Hempalta to successfully execute its strategic plans.
Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors on which such forward-looking information is based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking information, because the Company can give no assurance that it will prove to be correct or that any of the events anticipated by such forward-looking information will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits the Company will derive therefrom.
Actual results may vary from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks, including, but not limited to: General economic conditions and conditions in the capital markets; Regulatory risks relating to approvals required by securities regulators or other governing bodies; Risks associated with debt financing, including repayment obligations; Market risks affecting the voluntary carbon credit market and demand for nature-based carbon credits; Risks affecting the closing of the Transaction and the satisfaction of outstanding conditions; Operational risks, including the ability to successfully implement the Hemp Carbon Standard at scale; Risks associated with future financings and the terms available for such financings; Weather and environmental factors affecting the ability of farms to grow industrial hemp; Risks related to Other risks detailed in the Company's continuous disclosure filings available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.
The forward-looking information included in this news release is made as of the date of this news release, and the Company does not undertake an obligation to publicly update such forward-looking information to reflect new information, subsequent events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
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Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) ("Hempalta" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that pursuant to its press release dated March 3, 2025 (the "Initial Release"), it has received approval from the TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV") for the previously announced $325,000 term loans (the "Loan").
The Loan, as disclosed in the Initial Release, was advanced by insiders and major shareholders Darren Bondar and Prairie Merchant Corporation (the "Lenders"). The Loan bears an interest rate of 12% per annum and is secured against certain assets of the Company. The Loan is repayable on the earlier of: (i) one year from the date of issuance; (ii) the successful marketing and sale of the Company's turnkey hemp production facility and processing equipment, or (iii) a financing to the Company of gross proceeds over $1MM. This Loan provides additional working capital to support Hempalta's strategic focus on scaling its industrial hemp carbon credit platform through the Hemp Carbon Standard.
​In connection with the Loan, Hempalta has issued an aggregate of 5,416,667 common share purchase warrants (the "Warrants") to the Lenders. Each Warrant entitles the holder to acquire one common share of the Company at an exercise price of $0.06 per share for a period of one year from the date of issuance. The Warrants are subject to a statutory four-month and one-day hold period, in accordance with applicable securities laws and the policies of the TSXV.​
As the Lenders are insiders of the Company, the issuance of the Warrants constitutes a "related party transaction" within the meaning of TSXV Policy 5.9 and Multilateral Instrument 61-101 Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions ("MI 61-101"). The Company relied on exemptions from the valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101 contained in Sections 5.5(b) and 5.7(1)(b) of MI 61-101 in respect of the Lenders' participation.​
"We are grateful for the continued support from our major shareholders," said Darren Bondar, CEO of Hempalta. "This financing strengthens our ability to execute our strategic focus on the rapidly expanding voluntary carbon market, leveraging industrial hemp's potential for high-integrity carbon sequestration."​
For more information on Hempalta and its initiatives, visit www.hempalta.com.
About Hempalta
Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) is a nature-based carbon credit provider utilizing industrial hemp's potential to sequester carbon. Through its subsidiary Hemp Carbon Standard Inc. (HCS), the Company develops methodologies and supports farmers in monetizing regenerative farming practices. In addition to HCS, through its subsidiary Hempalta Processing Inc., the Company retains its established hemp-based product lines for licensing, supporting a balanced portfolio that addresses modern sustainability needs.
Learn more at www.hempalta.com or contact Investor Relations at invest@hempalta.com.
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Business Development
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Forward-looking information in this news release includes, but is not limited to, statements regarding: the anticipated benefits of the Loan; the expected impact of the Loan on the Company's business strategy; the Company's ability to execute its carbon credit initiatives; the marketing of the turnkey hemp production facility and equipment; the demand for carbon credits increasing; the ability of the Company to successfully scale the Hemp Carbon Standard platform; any future financing of the Company; and the Company's future business development activities.
Such forward-looking information is based on various assumptions and factors that may prove to be incorrect, including, but not limited to, assumptions regarding: the ability of the Company to successfully deploy the Loan proceeds in a manner that drives growth; the expected benefits of the Hemp Carbon Standard platform; the ability of the Company to maintain access to capital markets and financing sources; demand for carbon credits in the voluntary market; the sale of the hemp production facility and equipment; required regulatory approvals; and the ability of Hempalta to successfully execute its strategic plans.
Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors on which such forward-looking information is based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking information, because the Company can give no assurance that it will prove to be correct or that any of the events anticipated by such forward-looking information will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits the Company will derive therefrom.
Actual results may vary from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks, including, but not limited to: General economic conditions and conditions in the capital markets; Regulatory risks relating to approvals required by securities regulators or other governing bodies; Risks associated with debt financing, including repayment obligations; Market risks affecting the voluntary carbon credit market and demand for nature-based carbon credits; Market risks affecting the potential sale of the production facility and equipment; Operational risks, including the ability to successfully implement the Hemp Carbon Standard at scale; Risks associated with future financings and the terms available for such financings; Weather and environmental factors affecting the ability of farms to grow industrial hemp; Risks related to insider participation in the Loan financing, including potential conflicts of interest; Other risks detailed in the Company's continuous disclosure filings available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.
The forward-looking information included in this news release is made as of the date of this news release, and the Company does not undertake an obligation to publicly update such forward-looking information to reflect new information, subsequent events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
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AgTech Company accelerates strategic focus on Industrial Hemp Carbon Credits business
Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) ("Hempalta" or the "Company") has released its financial results for the three months ended December 31, 2024. The Company's unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements (the "Financial Statements") and related management's discussion and analysis (the "MD&A") for the three-month period are available on www.sedarplus.ca.
Financial Results
As Hempalta sharpens its focus on the high-growth carbon credit market, the Company experienced a transition period in its financials during the last quarter.
Revenue for the three months ended December 31, 2024, was $70,497, reflecting a planned transition from consumer packaged goods (CPG) sales to a scalable, high-margin carbon credit model. While this shift resulted in lower short-term revenues (a 41% decrease year over year), it positions Hempalta for long-term growth in the voluntary carbon market.
Cost of Sales for the three months ended December 31, 2024 decreased 38% to $84,162, compared to the same period in 2023, primarily due to lower production volumes and cost efficiencies as the Company streamlined its operations to align with its carbon credit focus.
Net Loss for the three months ended December 31, 2024 was $432,281 ($0.00 per share), a 13% improvement over the same period in 2023, reflecting disciplined cost management and a one-time gain on debt settlement.
General & Administrative Expenses for the three months ended December 31, 2024 increased 79% year over year, primarily due to transaction fees associated with acquiring the remaining 49.9% interest in Hemp Carbon Standard Inc. ("HCS"), as well as lower expense allocations to cost of goods sold due to decreased production activity.
Financial Position & Shareholder Support
As of December 31, 2024, Hempalta had $182,768 in cash and $287,726 in working capital.
While the Company completes its planned focus on HCS over the balance of the second quarter, major shareholders Darren Bondar and Prairie Merchant Corporation (the "Lenders") have extended a one-year term loan in the aggregate amount of $325,000 at 12% interest (the "Loan"). In connection with the Loan, the Company will issue a loan bonus to the Lenders of an aggregate of 5,416,667 common share purchase warrants (the "Warrants"), exercisable for a period of one year with an exercise price equal to $0.06 (the "Bonus"). The Warrants are subject to a hold period under Canadian securities laws, expiring four months and one day from the date of issuance. The Loan and the Bonus are subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange. This Loan provides additional working capital to support Hempalta's growth in the carbon credit market.
As the Lenders are insiders of the Corporation, the issuance of the Warrants to the Lenders is considered to be a related party transaction within the meaning of Exchange policy 5.9 and Multilateral Instrument 61-101 Protection of Minority Security holders in Special Transactions ("MI 61-101"). The Company intends to rely on exemptions from the valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101 contained in Sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a) of MI 61-101 in respect of the Lender participation.
This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities, in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such jurisdiction. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act"), or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, "U.S. persons," as such term is defined in Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act, unless an exemption from such registration is available.
Industrial Hemp Carbon Credits Platform
With full ownership of HCS, Hempalta is now poised to scale a unique, low-cost carbon credit platform focused on industrial hemp. This milestone marks a pivotal step in the Company's evolution toward becoming a leader in nature-based carbon removal solutions.
The demand for high-integrity carbon credits continues to rise as corporations seek solutions to meet their net-zero commitments. Industrial hemp offers a unique advantage in carbon sequestration due to its rapid growth cycle and ability to store CO2 both in biomass and soil.
HCS has pioneered a precision quantification methodology using remote sensing and AI-driven monitoring, ensuring the accurate measurement and verification of CO2 removal. The platform empowers industrial hemp farmers to monetize regenerative agriculture practices while providing corporate buyers with premium carbon credits backed by ISO 14064-2 certification.
By participating in the voluntary carbon market, industrial hemp farmers can diversify revenue streams while contributing to global climate action. The completion of the HCS acquisition enables Hempalta to:
Outlook
Darren Bondar, President and Chief Executive Officer of Hempalta, said, "In our first years of operation, we focused on scaling industrial hemp processing and consumer packaged goods. As demand for sustainable solutions grows, we have shifted toward the rapidly expanding voluntary carbon market. Our acquisition of 100% of HCS solidifies our ability to offer scalable, high-integrity carbon credits with a low-capital model. By collaborating with farmers and corporate buyers, we are positioned to drive sustainability while generating long-term growth for Hempalta and our investors."
To further align with this strategic shift, the Company is also marketing its turnkey hemp production facility and processing equipment, and exploring licensing opportunities for its CPG product lines.
Investor Updates
Investors can follow Hempalta's journey as it pioneers high-integrity carbon removal solutions by subscribing to the mailing list for investor updates at www.hempalta.com where they can also view the latest corporate presentation and company announcements.
About Hempalta
Hempalta Corp. (TSXV: HEMP) is a nature-based carbon credit provider leveraging industrial hemp's potential to sequester carbon. Through its subsidiary, Hemp Carbon Standard Inc. (HCS), the Company develops methodologies and supports farmers in monetizing regenerative agriculture practices. In addition to HCS, Hempalta Processing Inc. manages the Company's established hemp-based product lines, which are available for licensing.
Learn more at www.hempalta.com or contact Investor Relations at invest@hempalta.com.
For more information, please contact:
Darren Bondar
Chief Executive Officer
Hempalta Corp.
Email: info@hempalta.com
Sales or Partner Opportunities:
Cecil Horwitz
Business Development
Email: cecil.horwitz@hempalta.com
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