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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
FORM 10-Q
Q
Quarterly Report pursuant to
Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the quarterly period ended
March 31, 2008
£
Transition
Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the transition period
__________ to __________
Colombia Goldfields Ltd.
Delaware | 76-0730088 |
(State
or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) |
(IRS
Employer Identification No.) |
#208-8 King Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5C 1B5
416-361-9640
_________________________________________________________
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days
Q
Yes £ NoIndicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of "large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer" and "smaller reporting company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large Accelerated Filer £ | Accelerated Filer £ |
Non-accelerated filer £ | Smaller reporting company Q |
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company) |
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).
£ Yes Q No
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer's classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date: 92,932,486 common shares as of March 31, 2008.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page | ||
PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION | ||
Item 1. | Financial Statements | 3 |
Item 2. | Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations | 4 |
Item 3. | Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk | 25 |
Item 4. | Controls and Procedures | 25 |
PART II - OTHER INFORMATION | ||
Item 1. | Legal Proceedings | 26 |
Item 2. | Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds | 26 |
Item 3. | Defaults Upon Senior Securities | 26 |
Item 4. | Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders | 26 |
Item 5. | Other Information | 26 |
Item 6. | Exhibits | 26 |
2
PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements
Our unaudited consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-Q are as follows:
F-1
Interim Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2008 and December 31, 2007 (unaudited);
F-2
Interim Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007 and cumulative from inception (March 25, 2003) through March 31, 2008 (unaudited);
F-3
Interim Consolidated Statement of Stockholders' Equity (Deficiency) for the period from December 31, 2006 through March 31, 2008 (unaudited);
F-5
Interim Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007 and from inception (March 25, 2003) through March 31, 2008 (unaudited); and
F-6
Notes to interim Consolidated Financial Statements.
These unaudited interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for interim financial information. In the opinion of management, all adjustments considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. Operating results for the interim period ended March 31, 2008 are not necessarily indicative of the results that can be expected for the full year.
3
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(UNAUDITED)
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
|
|
|
|
|
March 31, |
December 31, |
|||
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
ASSETS |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents |
$ |
4,861 |
$ |
6,939 |
Restricted cash (Note 3) |
|
2,500 |
|
- |
Prepaid expenses and deposits |
|
957 |
|
579 |
Prepaid consulting fees (Note 6) |
|
235 |
|
367 |
|
8,553 |
|
7,885 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Mineral and exploration properties and rights (Note 4) |
|
65,756 |
|
65,377 |
Property and equipment, net of accumulated amortization (Note 5) |
|
1,225 |
|
1,257 |
$ |
75,534 |
$ |
74,519 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
LIABILITIES |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities |
$ |
3,189 |
$ |
2,818 |
Mineral property purchase obligations (Note 7) |
|
6,598 |
|
8,747 |
Short-term promissory note (Note 8) |
|
2,450 |
|
- |
|
12,237 |
|
11,565 |
|
Non-current |
|
|
|
|
Deferred income tax liability (Notes 4 and 9) |
|
12,215 |
|
11,868 |
|
24,452 |
|
23,433 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Common stock (Notes 6 & 13) |
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|
|
|
Authorized: |
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|
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|
200,000,000 common shares, $0.00001 par value |
|
|
|
|
Issued and outstanding: |
|
1 |
|
1 |
92,932,486 common shares (December 31, 2007: 86,590,075 |
|
|
|
|
common shares) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Additional paid-in capital (Note 6) |
|
79,661 |
|
73,490 |
|
79,662 |
|
73,491 |
|
Deficit accumulated during the exploration stage |
|
(28,580) |
|
(22,405) |
|
51,082 |
|
51,086 |
|
$ |
75,534 |
$ |
74,519 |
See accompanying Notes to Interim Consolidated Financial Statements
* Going Concern (Note 1)
* Commitments and Contingencies (Note 13)
F-1
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
(UNAUDITED)
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cumulative |
|
|
|
|
|
|
From |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Inception |
|
|
Three |
|
Three |
|
(March 25, |
|
|
Months |
|
Months |
|
2003) |
|
|
Ended |
|
Ended |
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through |
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March 31, |
|
March 31, |
|
March 31, |
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|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
2008 |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
REVENUES |
$ |
- |
$ |
- |
$ |
- |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
OPERATING EXPENSES |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Mineral property exploration expenses (Notes 4 and 6) |
|
2,975 |
|
1,472 |
|
15,555 |
General and administrative (Note 6) |
|
2,207 |
|
1,401 |
|
12,624 |
Foreign exchange |
|
1,840 |
|
46 |
|
3,914 |
Amortization |
|
63 |
|
19 |
|
248 |
Total operating expenses |
|
7,085 |
|
2,938 |
|
32,341 |
Other income |
|
(6) |
|
(10) |
|
(153) |
Loss before deferred income taxes |
|
(7,079) |
|
(2,928) |
|
(32,188) |
Deferred income tax recovery (Note 9) |
|
904 |
|
425 |
|
3,608 |
Net loss and comprehensive loss |
$ |
(6,175) |
$ |
(2,503) |
$ |
(28,580) |
LOSS PER SHARE BASIC AND DILUTED |
$ |
(0.07) |
$ |
(0.04) |
$ |
|
|
||||||
WEIGHTED AVERAGE NUMBER OF COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING |
|
|
|
|
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|
Basic and diluted |
|
86,659,772 |
|
57,211,516 |
|
|
See accompanying Notes to Interim Consolidated Financial Statements
* Going Concern (Note 1)
F-2
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIENCY)
(UNAUDITED)
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deficit |
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|
|
|
|
Capital |
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|
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Accumulated |
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|
|
|
Stock/ |
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During |
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Additional |
|
Share |
|
The |
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Total |
|
Common |
|
Paid-in |
|
Subscriptions |
|
Exploration |
|
Stockholders' |
|
Shares |
|
Capital |
|
Received |
|
Stage |
|
Equity |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance, December 31, 2006 |
56,036,849 |
$ |
37,040 |
|
|
$ |
(7,830) |
$ |
29,210 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year Ended December 31, 2007: |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Issue of common stock |
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|
|
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for cash at $1.00 per share less agents fee |
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|
|
|
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|
|
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of $541 on March 21, 2007 |
9,020,000 |
|
8,075 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
8,075 |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issue of agent's warrants in connection with March 21, 2007 common stock issuance |
- |
|
404 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
404 |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issue of common stock for consulting services |
650,000 |
|
967 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
967 |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issue of common stock to non-management directors |
60,000 |
|
73 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
73 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issue of common stock for cash at CDN $1.40 per unit (common shares and warrants) less allocated agent's fee of $611on August 14, 2007. |
8,483,000 |
|
9,260 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
9,260 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issue of share purchase warrants with August 14, 2007 common stock issuance less allocated agent's fee of $59 |
- |
|
926 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
926 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issue of agent's warrants in connection with August 14, 2007 common stock issuance |
- |
|
308 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
308 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issuance of common stock for mineral concessions at $1.47 on September 14, 2007 |
3,000,000 |
|
4,410 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
4,410 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issuance of common stock for cash at CDN $1.10 per unit (common shares and warrants) less agent's fees and issue costs of $649 on December 28, 2007 |
9,165,226 |
|
7,581 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
7,581 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issuance of share purchase warrants with December 28, 2007 common stock issuance less agent's fees and issue costs of $139 |
- |
|
1,690 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
1,690 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issuance of agent's warrants in connection with December 28, 2007 common stock issuance |
|
|
224 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
224 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Exercise of common stock options on May 3, 2007 and November 14, 2007 |
175,000 |
|
131 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
131 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stock based compensation |
- |
|
2,402 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
2,402 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net loss for the year ended December 31, 2007 |
|
|
- |
|
- |
|
(14,575) |
|
(14,575) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance December 31, 2007 |
86,590,075 |
$ |
73,491 |
$ |
- |
$ |
(22,405) |
$ |
51,086 |
See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
* Going concern Note 1
F-3
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIENCY)
(UNAUDITED)
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deficit |
|
|
|
|
|
Capital |
|
|
|
Accumulated |
|
|
|
|
|
Stock/ |
|
|
|
During |
|
Total |
|
|
|
Additional |
|
Share |
|
The |
|
Stockholders' |
|
Common |
|
Paid-in |
|
Subscriptions |
|
Exploration |
|
Equity |
|
Shares |
|
Capital |
|
Received |
|
Stage |
|
(Deficiency) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance, December 31, 2007 |
86,590,075 |
$ |
73,491 |
|
- |
$ |
(22,405) |
$ |
51,086 |
Three Months Ended March , 2008: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issue of share purchase warrants with |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
February 8, 2008 short-term promissory |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
note |
- |
|
100 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issuance of common stock for cash at |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$0.85 per unit (common shares and |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
warrants) less agent's fees and issue |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
costs of $160 on March 31, 2008 |
6,342,411 |
|
3,931 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
3,931 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issuance of share purchase warrants with |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
March 31, 2008 common stock issuance |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
less agent's fees and issue costs of $48 |
- |
|
1,252 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
1,252 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stock based compensation |
- |
|
888 |
|
- |
|
- |
|
888 |
Net loss for the three months ended |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
March 31, 2008 |
|
|
- |
|
- |
|
(6,175) |
|
(6,175) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance, March 31, 2008 |
92,932,486 |
$ |
79,662 |
$ |
- |
$ |
(28,580) |
$ |
51,082 |
See accompanying Notes to Interim Consolidated Financial Statements
* Going concern Note 1
F-4
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH
FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cumulative from |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Inception |
|
|
Three |
|
Three |
|
(March |
|
|
Months |
|
Months |
|
25, 2003) |
|
|
Ended |
|
Ended |
|
through |
|
|
March 31, |
|
March 31, |
|
March 31, |
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
2008 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
OPERATING ACTIVITIES: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net loss |
$ |
(6,175) |
$ |
(2,503) |
$ |
(28,580) |
Items not requiring cash outlay: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
- Consulting fees |
|
- |
|
- |
|
54 |
- Amortization |
|
63 |
|
19 |
|
248 |
- Mineral property exploration |
|
- |
|
- |
|
250 |
- Stock based compensation |
|
1,021 |
|
566 |
|
6,089 |
- Deferred income taxes |
|
(904) |
|
(425) |
|
(3,608) |
Changes in non-cash working capital items: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
- Prepaid expenses and deposits |
|
(378) |
|
(192) |
|
(957) |
- Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities |
|
1,620 |
|
709 |
|
6,003 |
- Due to/from related parties |
|
- |
|
- |
|
5 |
Net cash used in operating activities |
|
(4,753) |
|
(1,826) |
|
(20,496) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
FINANCING ACTIVITIES: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issuance of securities, net of issue costs and fees |
|
5,183 |
|
8,479 |
|
47,397 |
Issuance of promissory notes and warrants |
|
2,500 |
|
3,700 |
|
12,200 |
Repayment of promissory notes |
|
- |
|
(3,700) |
|
(9,700) |
Exercise of stock options |
|
- |
|
- |
|
131 |
Net cash provided by financing activities |
|
7,683 |
|
8,479 |
|
50,028 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
INVESTING ACTIVITIES: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Purchase of mineral exploration rights |
|
(2,477) |
|
(3,580) |
|
(20,698) |
Purchase of equipment |
|
(31) |
|
(14) |
|
(1,452) |
Website development costs |
|
- |
|
- |
|
(21) |
Restricted cash |
|
(2,500) |
|
- |
|
(2,500) |
Net cash used in investing activities |
|
(5,008) |
|
(3,594) |
|
(24,671) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS |
|
(2,078) |
|
3,059 |
|
4,861 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD |
|
6,939 |
|
883 |
|
- |
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD |
$ |
4,861 |
$ |
3,942 |
$ |
4,861 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Interest and financing fees-promissory notes |
$ |
183 |
$ |
231 |
$ |
608 |
Taxes |
$ |
- |
$ |
- |
$ |
- |
See accompanying Notes to Interim Consolidated Financial Statements
* Going Concern (Note 1)
F-5
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
NOTE 1 GOING CONCERN AND NATURE OF OPERATIONS
The Company was incorporated under the laws of the State of Nevada, U.S.A., on March 25, 2003. On July 31, 2006, the Company's jurisdiction of incorporation was changed to the state of Delaware. The Company is currently in the exploration stage and its operational focus is on the acquisition of exploration for, and development of mineral properties.
The Company has incurred a cumulative net loss since inception on March 25, 2003 to March 31, 2008 of $28,580 and has no source of operating revenue. The Company's ability to meet its obligations and continue as a going concern is dependent on the ability to identify and complete future funding. While the Company has been successful in raising financing to date, there can be no assurance that it will be able to do so in the future.
These consolidated financial statements have been prepared using U.S generally accepted accounting principles applicable to a going concern which contemplates the realization of assets and settlement of liabilities in the normal course of business as they come due. In addition to the Company's working capital deficiency and an accumulated deficit at March 31, 2008, the Company must also secure sufficient funding to meet its anticipated exploration expenses and mineral properties and rights acquisitions. These circumstances lend substantial doubt as to the ability of the Company to meet its obligations as they come due and, accordingly, as to the appropriateness of the use of accounting principles applicable to a going concern. In recognition of these circumstances, in February, 2008 the Company entered into a $2,500 short-term bridge loan and on March 31, 2008 the Company raised equity funding, net of fees, of $5,183 through a private placement of additional share cap ital. The Company intends to continue relying upon the issuance of securities to finance exploration, meet contractual obligations and continue as a going concern. As of the date of the approval of the consolidated financial statements, there is no assurance that these initiatives will be sufficient or successful.
The Company's ability to continue as a going concern is dependent upon its ability to fund its working capital and exploration requirements and, eventually, upon the future development of profitable operations from its mineral properties. These consolidated financial statements do not reflect the adjustments to the carrying values of assets and liabilities and the reported expenses and balance sheet classifications that would be necessary if the going concern assumption were not appropriate, and these adjustments could be material.
NOTE 2 SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Presentation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting principles generally accepted in the United States.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the period. Actual results may differ from those estimates.
F-6
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
Consolidation
Entities that are controlled by the Company, either directly or indirectly, are consolidated. Control is established by the Company's ability to determine strategic, operating, investing and financing policies without the co-operation of others. The Company analyzes its level of ownership, voting rights and representation on the board of directors in determining if control exists by any one, or a combination, of these factors.
These consolidated financial statements include the accounts of (i) Colombia Goldfields Ltd., a Delaware corporation (ii) the Company's 100% interest in RNC (Colombia) Limited (RNC), a Belize corporation and its 95% owned subsidiary Compania Minera De Caldas, S.A. (Caldas), a Colombia corporation, (iii) the Company's 94% interest in Gavilan Minerales, S.A. (Gavilan) a Colombia corporation. Colombian law requires Colombian companies to have at least five shareholders and, as a result, the remaining 5% of Caldas and 6% of Gavilan is held by directors and senior management of the Company. All significant inter-company transactions and balances have been eliminated upon consolidation.
Since the non-controlling shareholders of RNC and Gavilan have no obligation to contribute any additional capital and the Company is the primary entity obligated to fund future exploratory work, no non-controlling interest related to RNC or Gavilan has been recognized in the consolidated statements of operations for the periods ended March 31, 2008 and 2007 and in the consolidated balance sheets at March 31, 2008 and December 31, 2007. The directors and senior management of Caldas and Gavilan have executed voting and support agreements in favour of the Company.
Mineral Property Rights Acquisition and Exploration and Development Expenditures
Costs of acquiring mining properties are capitalized upon acquisition. Pursuant to Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 34, Capitalization of Interest Costs, interest costs attributable to mineral property acquisitions are also capitalized. Mine development costs incurred either to develop new ore deposits, expand the capacity of mines, or to develop mine areas substantially in advance of current production are also capitalized once proven and probable reserves exist and the property is a commercially mineable property. Costs incurred to maintain current production or to maintain assets on a standby basis are charged to operations. Costs of abandoned projects are charged to operations upon abandonment. The Company evaluates the carrying value of capitalized mining costs and related property, plant and equipment costs, to determine if these costs are in excess of their net recoverable amount whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their c arrying amounts may not be recoverable. The periodic evaluation of carrying value of capitalized costs and any related property, plant and equipment costs is based upon expected future cash flows and/or estimated salvage value in accordance with SFAS No. 144, Accounting for Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets.
F-7
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
Asset Retirement Obligations
The Company applies SFAS No. 143, Accounting for Asset Retirement Obligations which requires that the fair value of a liability for an asset retirement obligation be recognized in the period in which it is incurred. SFAS No. 143 requires the Company to record a liability for the present value using a credit-adjusted risk free interest rate, of the estimated site restoration costs with a corresponding increase to the carrying amount of the related long-lived assets. The liability is accreted until it has been fully incurred and the asset is amortized over the life of the related assets. Adjustments are made for changes resulting from the passage of time and changes to either the timing or amount of the original present value estimate underlying the obligation will be made. As at March 31, 2008 and December 31, 2007 the Company does not have any asset retirement obligations.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Company considers all highly liquid instruments with a maturity of three months or less at the time of issuance to be cash equivalents.
Property and Equipment
Property and equipment are carried at cost. For the significant components of property and equipment, depreciation is provided for using the following method and time periods:
Asset |
Basis |
Period |
Vehicles |
Straight line |
5 years |
Buildings |
Straight line |
20 years |
Equipment and computers |
Straight line |
3 to 10 years |
The Company evaluates the carrying values of property and equipment to determine if these costs are in excess of their net recoverable amount whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amounts may not be recoverable. The periodic evaluation of the carrying value of property and equipment costs is based on expected future cash flows and estimated salvage value.
Environmental Costs
Environmental expenditures that related to current operations are charged to operations or capitalized as appropriate. Expenditures that relate to an existing condition caused by past operations, and which do not contribute to current or future revenue generation, are charged to operations. Liabilities are recorded when environmental assessments and/or remedial efforts are probable, and the cost can be reasonably estimated.
Comprehensive Income
In accordance with SFAS No. 130, Reporting Comprehensive Income (SFAS 130), comprehensive income consists of net income and other gains and losses affecting stockholders' equity that are excluded from net income, such as unrealized gains and losses on investments available for sale, foreign currency translation gains and losses when a subsidiary has a functional currency other than US dollars, and minimum pension liabilities. For all periods presented, the Company's financial statements do not include any of the additional elements that affect comprehensive income. Accordingly, net loss and comprehensive loss are identical.
F-8
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
Stock-Based Compensation
The Company applies SFAS No. 123(R), Share-Based Payment, to account for stock options and similar equity instruments issued. Accordingly, compensation expense attributable to stock options or similar equity instruments granted is measured at the fair value at the grant date using the Black-Scholes option pricing model and a graded approach and recognized over the expected vesting period. In the event stock options are forfeited, any previously recognized compensation expense related to unvested and expiring awards in excess of estimated forfeitures is recognized in earnings during the period of forfeiture.
Although the assumptions used to record stock compensation expense reflect management's best estimates, they involve inherent uncertainties based on market conditions generally outside of the control of the Company. If other assumptions were used, stock-based compensation expense could be significantly impacted. As stock options are exercised, the proceeds received on exercise, in addition to the previously recognized amounts related to those stock options, are credited to stockholders' equity.
The Company provides direct stock awards to certain directors, officers, and consultants. Direct stock awards are typically subject to a two year vesting period. Direct stock awards are recorded at fair value on the grant date, with compensation expense recognized on a straight-line basis over the vesting period.
Foreign Currency Translation
The Company's functional currency is the US dollar. Accordingly, foreign currency balances are translated into US dollars as follows i) Monetary assets and liabilities are translated at the period-end exchange rate ii) Non-monetary assets are translated at the rate of exchange in effect at their acquisition date; and iii) Revenue and expense items are translated at the average exchange rate for the respective period. Foreign exchange gains and losses are recognized as period expenses.
Earnings (Loss) per Share
Basic earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net earnings (loss) available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net earnings (loss) per share on the potential exercise of equity-based financial instruments is not presented where anti-dilutive. For the periods ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, outstanding share purchase warrants and options to purchase common shares were excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share as the impact of these instruments was antidilutive as a result of losses incurred in these periods.
Income Taxes
The Company accounts for income taxes using the asset and liability method which requires the recognition of deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of events that have been recognized in the Company's financial statements or tax returns.
F-9
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
Financial Instruments
The Company's financial instruments consist of cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, deposits, accounts payable and accrued liabilities, short-term promissory notes, and mineral property purchase obligations. The carrying value of these financial instruments approximates their fair value based on their liquidity or their short-term nature. The Company is not exposed to significant interest or credit risk arising from these financial instruments.
NOTE 3 RESTRICTED CASH
On January 29, 2008 the Company entered into a Share Purchase and Sale Agreement (the Agreement) to purchase all of the issued and outstanding shares of Mineros Nacionales S.A., (Mineros) a corporation organized under the laws of the Republic of Colombia, for cash consideration of $35,000. The Mineros Agreement provides that the transaction will be completed on April 29, 2008, unless such closing date is extended by mutual agreement. The Company has provided a guarantee in the amount of $2,500, which would be payable to the vendors if the transaction is not completed for any reason. The guarantee is collateralized by a term deposit held by the Company in the amount of $2,500.
NOTE 4 MINERAL PROPERTIES AND EXPLORATION RIGHTS
Mineral Property Rights Acquisition and Exploration Expenditures
The Company's mineral property acquisition and exploration expenditures consist of
I)
The acquisition of mineral concessions;
II)
The acquisition of mineral and exploration rights from existing titleholders;
III)
The exploration of acquired mineral properties and related activities; and
IV)
Stock-based compensation allocated pursuant to SFAS No. 123(R)
F-10
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
The following table summarizes the Company's mineral concession acquisitions, mineral rights acquisitions, and mineral exploration expenses as recorded in the Company's Consolidated financial statements:
Cumulative From |
||||||
Inception | ||||||
Three Months | Three Months | (March 25, 2003) | ||||
Ended | Ended | Through | ||||
March 31, | March 31, | March 31, | ||||
2008 | 2007 | 2008 | ||||
I) Acquisition of mineral concessions |
$ | - | $ | - | $ | 26,911 |
|
||||||
II) Acquisition of mineral and exploration rights |
379 | 3,741 | 25,837 | |||
|
||||||
Total acquired mineral and exploration properties and rights |
379 | 3,741 | 52,748 | |||
|
||||||
III) Exploration of acquired mineral properties |
2,727 | 1,257 | 14,194 | |||
|
||||||
IV) Stock based compensation |
248 | 215 | 1,361 | |||
|
||||||
Total mineral property exploration expenses |
2,975 | 1,472 | 15,555 | |||
|
||||||
Total mineral and exploration properties and rights acquisitions and exploration expenditures |
$ | 3,354 | $ | 5,213 | $ | 68,303 |
F-11
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
Capitalized Mineral and Exploration Properties and Rights
Acquired mineral and exploration properties and exploration rights have been recorded at amounts necessary to reflect temporary differences associated with the differences between their accounting and tax bases. These differences arise primarily due to differences between the assigned values and tax bases of acquired Caramanta Project and Marmato Project mineral concessions. As a result, acquired mineral and exploration properties and rights are recorded in the consolidated balance sheets as follows:
March 31, 2008 |
December 31, 2007 | |
Purchase of mineral and exploration properties and rights |
$ 52,748 |
$ 52,369 |
Recognition of deferred tax liability upon acquisition |
$ 13,008 |
$ 13,008 |
Mineral and exploration properties and rights |
$ 65,756 |
$ 65,377 |
Title to mineral properties and mining and exploration rights involves certain inherent risks due to the difficulties of determining the validity of certain claims as well as the potential for problems arising from the frequently ambiguous conveyance history characteristic of many mining properties when the Company acquires title to mineral properties either individually or through the acquisition of subsidiaries, the conveyance of such titles can be time consuming and subject to the interpretation of Colombian laws. The Company cannot give any assurance that title to such properties will not be challenged or impugned and cannot be certain that the Company will have valid title to its mining properties. The Company relies on title opinions by legal counsel who base such opinions on the laws of countries in which the Company operates.
NOTE 5 PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Accumulated | Net Book | |||||
As at March 31, 2008 |
|
Cost | Amortization | Value | ||
Equipment and computers | $ | 1,023 | $ |
(122) |
$ | 901 |
Building | 97 |
(8) |
89 | |||
Vehicles | 317 |
(82) |
235 | |||
|
||||||
Total | $ | 1,437 | $ |
(212) |
$ | 1,225 |
Accumulated | Net Book | |||||
As at December 31, 2007 | Cost | Amortization | Value | |||
Equipment and computers | $ | 998 | $ |
(84) |
$ | 914 |
Building | 96 |
(6) |
90 | |||
Vehicles | 312 |
(59) |
253 | |||
Total | $ | 1,406 | $ |
(149) |
$ | 1,257 |
F-12
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
NOTE 6 STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Common Stock
|
March 31, 2008 |
December 31, 2007 |
Authorized: |
|
|
200,000,000 common shares, |
|
|
$0.00001 par value |
|
|
Issued and Outstanding: |
|
|
92,932,486 common |
|
|
shares (December 31, 2007: 86,590,075 common shares) |
$ 1 |
$ 1 |
i)
During the three months ended March 31, 2008 the Company completed the following transactions:
a)
On March 3, 2008 the Company issued 250,000 options to purchase the Company's common stock to an employee.
b)
On March 19, 2008 the Company issued 50,000 options to purchase the Company's common stock to a director.
c)
On March 31, 2008 the Company completed a private equity offering of 6,342,411 Units at USD $0.85 per Unit to a total of 7 investors. Each Unit consists of one share of common stock and one warrant (the Warrant), for a total of 6,342,411 common shares and 6,342,411 warrants issued. The total gross proceeds raised was $5,391. Each warrant is exercisable for one common share at an exercise price of $1.10 and the Warrants are exercisable at any time up to two years from the issue date.
In connection with this private equity offering, the Company paid as a commission $158 and incurred issue costs of $50.
The Company has allocated the total net proceeds from the offering of $5,183 to the various underlying equity instruments comprising the equity offering, based on the estimated relative fair value of each instrument at the offering date as follows:
Net Proceeds | |
Common shares and |
|
Additional paid in capital common shares |
$ 3,931 |
Additional paid in capital share purchase warrants |
1,252 |
Total net proceeds from private equity offering |
$ 5,183 |
F-13
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
ii)
During the year ended December 31, 2007, the Company completed the following transactions:
a)
On March 21, 2007, the Company completed a private equity offering of 9,020,000 common shares at $1.00 per common share. The gross proceeds received from the offering were $9,020. In connection with this private equity offering, the Company paid a commission of $541 and issued agents' warrants to purchase 541,200 shares of the Company's common stock with each warrant exercisable at any time up to March 22, 2010 at an exercise price of $1.00 per share. The fair value of the agents' warrants was $404 and has been accounted for as a reduction of the additional paid-in capital associated with the net proceeds of $8,479 related to the March 21, 2007 common stock issuance.
b)
On March 22, 2007, the Company issued 650,000 common shares to certain consultants to the Company as described under Stock Options and Other Stock-Based Compensation.
c)
On May 3, 2007, the Company issued 50,000 common shares pursuant to the exercise of 50,000 options for proceeds of $37.
d)
On June 6, 2007, the Company issued 60,000 common shares to non-management directors of the company in connection with their annual remuneration.
e)
On August 7, 2007, the Company issued 150,000 options to purchase the Company's common stock to certain consultants.
f)
On August 14, 2007, the Company completed a private equity offering of 8,483,000 Units at $1.40 CDN per Unit to a total of 24 investors. Each Unit consists of one share of common stock and one-half warrant (the Warrant), for a total of 8,483,000 common shares and 4,241,500 warrants issued. The total gross proceeds raised was $11,164 ($11,876 CDN). Each Warrant is exercisable for one common share at an exercise price of $1.85 CDN and the Warrants are exercisable at any time up to August 14, 2008. The Warrants also require the holder, upon notice from the Company, to exercise in the event that during any fifteen consecutive trading days, the common stock of the Company closes at or above $2.25 CDN on a recognized North American stock exchange.
In connection with this private equity offering, the Company paid as a commission $713 and issued additional warrants (Agents' Warrants) to purchase 508,980 shares of the Company's common stock with each Agents' Warrant exercisable for a price of $1.40 CDN per share. The Agents' Warrants are exercisable at any time up to August 14, 2010.
The Company has allocated the net proceeds of $10,494 from the offering to the various underlying equity instruments comprising the offering, based on the estimated relative fair value of each instrument at the closing date, as follows:
Net Proceeds | |
Common shares and additional paid in capital-common shares |
$ 9,568 |
Additional paid in capital-share purchase and agents' warrants |
926 |
$ 10,494 |
g)
On September 14, 2007 in connection with the acquisition of the final 10% of RNC, the Company issued 3,000,000 common shares at $1.47 per share to Investcol (See Note 3).
F-14
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
h)
On October 1, 2007, the Company issued 150,000 options to purchase the Company's common stock to certain consultants in exchange for services rendered.
i)
On November 8, 2007, the Company issued 1,850,000 options to purchase the Company's common stock to certain directors, officers and employees.
j)
On November 14, 2007, the Company issued 125,000 common shares pursuant to the exercise of 125,000 options for proceeds of $94.
k)
On December 28, 2007, the Company completed a private equity offering of 9,165,226 Units at $1.10 CDN per Unit to a total of 11 investors. Each Unit consists of one share of common stock and one-half warrant (the Warrant), for a total of 9,165,226 common shares and 4,582,613 warrants issued. The total gross proceeds raised was $10,283 ($10,082 CDN). Each Warrant is exercisable for one common share at an exercise price of $2.00 CDN and the Warrants are exercisable at any time up to December 28, 2012.
In connection with this private equity offering, the Company paid as a commission $668 ($665 CDN), incurred issue costs of $120, and issued additional warrants (Agents' Warrants) to purchase 595,739 share of the Company's common stock with each Agents' Warrant exercisable for one common share at an exercise price of $1.20 CDN. The Warrants are exercisable at any time up to December 28, 2009.
The Company has allocated the total net proceeds from the offering of $9,495 to the various underlying equity instruments comprising the equity offering, based on the estimated relative fair value of each instrument at the offering date, as follows:
Net Proceeds | |
Common shares and |
|
Additional paid in capital common shares |
$ 7,582 |
Additional paid in capital share purchase and agents' warrants |
1,913 |
Total gross proceeds from private equity offering |
$ 9,495 |
Fair Value Disclosure
The Warrants and Agents' Warrants (collectively the Warrants) issued in connection with the Company's August 14, 2007 and December 28, 2007 private placements and the Warrants issued in connection with the Company's February 8, 2008 short-term promissory note issuance are denominated in Canadian dollars while the Company's functional and reporting currency is the U.S. Dollar. As a result, the fair value of the Warrants fluctuates based on their time and expiry and changes in the exchange rate between the U.S. and Canadian dollar.
Recent developments suggest warrants with exercise prices denominated in a different currency than an entity's functional currency should not be classified as equity. If U.S. GAAP is changed to reflect this view, these instruments would be treated as derivatives and recorded as liabilities carried at their fair value, with period to period changes in the fair value recorded as a gain or loss in the statement of operations and comprehensive loss.
F-15
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
In April 2007, the FASB released Proposed Statement 133 Implementation Issue C21, Whether Options (Including Embedded Conversion Options) Are Indexed to both an Entity's own Stock and Currency Exchange Rated. The tentative conclusions of C21 would mean the Company's Canadian dollar denominated warrants do not meet a scope exception under FAS133 and therefore these warrants would be recorded as derivative liabilities and carried at fair value. Transitional provisions would require a cumulative-effect adjustment to the opening balance of the Company's deficit. However, the FASB deferred making a decision on confirming their tentative conclusions in Issue C21 and asked that it be subsumed into an EITF issue of 07-5 Determining Whether an Instrument (or Embedded Feature) is Indexed to a Company's Own Stock. A tentative conclusion is out for comment. If the Company is required to adopt EITF 07-05 it will adjust the warrants to liabilitie s when required.
If the Company had recorded such instruments as derivatives, it would have reported the following unrealized cumulative gain:
Total | |
Fair value At Inception of instruments |
$ 3,865 |
Decrease in fair value of instruments |
(1,901) |
Fair value March 31, 2008 |
$ 1,964 |
In connection with certain of the Company's historical private placements totalling $42,094, the Company historically committed to penalties ranging between 1.5% and 2.5% of the gross proceeds received in the event the subsequent registration statements were not declared effective by the SEC within specified periods following the closing of the offerings. Pursuant to EITF 00-19-2- Accounting for Registration Payment Arrangements, the Company concluded that at inception and subsequently, payments under these commitments are not probable. As a result, no liabilities for registration payment obligations are required to be recognized in the consolidated balance sheets at March 31, 2008 and December 31, 2007. The Company currently has effective registration statements for all applicable historical private placements.
Warrants
As at March 31, 2008, the following warrants were issued and outstanding:
Number of Warrants |
Exercise Price |
Expiry Date |
6,500,666 |
$2.50 USD per share |
April 25, 2008 |
390,040 |
2.00 USD per share |
April 25, 2009 |
541,200 |
1.00 USD per share |
March 22, 2010 |
4,241,500 |
1.85 CDN per share |
August 14, 2008 |
508,980 |
1.40 CDN per share |
August 14, 2010 |
4,582,613 |
2.00 CDN per share |
December 28, 2012 |
595,739 |
1.20 CDN per share |
December 28, 2009 |
350,000 |
1.10 CDN per share |
February 8, 2010 |
5,992,411 |
1.10 USD per share |
March 28, 2010 |
350,000 |
1.10 USD per share |
March 31, 2010 |
24,053,149 |
$1.80 USD per share |
Stock Options and Other Stock-Based Compensation
Stock Options
In 2006, the Company adopted the 2006 Stock Incentive Plan, (the Plan) which provides for the grant of incentive stock options, non-qualified stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock, performance shares and performance units, and stock awards to officers, directors or employees of, as well as advisers and consultants to, the Company.
F-16
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
All stock options and rights are to vest over a period determined by the Board of Directors and expire not more than ten years from the date granted. On August 17, 2007 the Company received shareholder approval for an amended Stock Incentive Plan. Pursuant to the amended Plan, the number of shares that may be issued for awards granted under the 2006 plan was increased to 6,500,000.
Pursuant to the Plan, during 2008 the Company granted 300,000 stock options to employees, directors, officers and consultants of the Company. These stock options vest at a rate of 25% every six months over a period of two years, and have a life of 10 years. For the three months ended March 31, 2008, the Company recorded a total of $888 in stock based compensation (three months ended March 31, 2007 - $312).
A summary of stock options granted and exercised is as follows:
|
Shares |
Weighted Average Exercise Price |
Options outstanding at December 31, 2007 |
5,890,000 |
$ 1.30 |
Granted in fiscal 2008 |
300,000 |
0.93 |
Exercised in fiscal 2008 |
- |
- |
Forfeited and expired in fiscal 2008 |
(150,000) |
(0.97) |
Options outstanding at March 31, 2008 |
6,040,000 |
$ 1.29 |
|
Fiscal 2008 |
Fiscal 2007 |
Weighted average fair value of options granted during the period |
$ 0.71 |
$ 1.06 |
|
|
|
Weighted average fair value of options vested during the period |
$ 1.11 |
$ 1.12 |
|
|
|
Range of Exercise Prices |
Number Outstanding |
Weighted Average Exercise Price |
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (yrs) |
Number Exercisable |
Weighted Average Exercise Price |
$0.75 - $1.00 |
550,000 |
$0.85 |
8.95 |
250,000 |
$0.75 |
$1.01 - $2.00 |
5,490,000 |
1.33 |
8.99 |
2,207,500 |
1.35 |
$0.75 - $2.00 |
6,040,000 |
$1.29 |
8.98 |
2,457,500 |
$1.29 |
F-17
COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
The fair value of options granted in 2008 has been estimated as of the date of the grant using the Black-Scholes option pricing model with the following assumptions: risk-free interest rate of 4.45%, dividend yield 0%, an estimated volatility of 65%, and expected term of 10 years, equal to the full life of the options as the Company does not expect any material option awards to be forfeited or exercised early.
The fair value of options granted in 2007 has been estimated as of the date of the grant using the Black-Scholes option pricing model with the following assumptions: risk-free interest rate of 4.45%, dividend yield 0%, an estimated volatility of 74%, and expected term of 10 years, equal to the full life of the options as the Company does not expect any material option awards to be forfeited or exercised early.
Other Stock-Based Compensation
On October 1, 2006, the Company agreed to grant 500,000 common shares to a consultant providing services to the Company. Pursuant to the terms of the Consulting Agreement, should the Consultant's employment terminate by the Consultant's resignation before the period of two years has elapsed, the Consultant is required to return a pro rata portion of the shares based on the time remaining in the contract. In the case of a change in control of the Company by merger or sale of a majority stake or otherwise, the shares held by the Consultant will immediately vest. The fair value of the common stock award, based on the market price of the Company's common shares at the agreement date, was $915. The shares were issued on March 22, 2007 and the Company is accounting for this award by recognizing compensation expense ratably over twenty-four months, commencing on the agreement date. For the three months ended March 31, 2008, the Company recorded a total of $114 in stock based compensatio n expense related to this award in the consolidated statement of operations (three months ended March 31, 2007- $114).
On January 15, 2007, the Company agreed to grant 150,000 common shares to a consultant. The fair value of the common stock award, based on the market price of the Company's common shares at the agreement date, was $166. The shares were issued on March 22, 2007 and the Company accounted for this award by recognizing compensation expense ratably over three months, commencing on the agreement date. For the three months ended March 31, 2008, the Company recorded $NIL in stock based compensation expense related to this award in the consolidated statement of operations (three months ended March 31, 2007-$166).
On May 6, 2007, the Company granted 60,000 common shares to non-management directors. The fair value of the common stock awards, based on the market price of the Company's common shares at the grant date, was $73. The shares were issued on June 6, 2007 and the Company accounts for this award by recognizing compensation expense ratably over twelve months, commencing on the grant date. For the three months ended March 31, 2008, the Company recorded $18 in stock based compensation expense related to this award in the consolidated statement of operations (three months ended March 31, 2007 - $NIL).
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COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
Summary of Stock-Based Compensation Expenses
The following table summarizes stock-based compensation recorded in the consolidated statements of operations:
|
Three
Ended |
Three Months Ended March 31, 2007 |
Cumulative From Inception (March 25, 2003) through March 31, 2008 |
Mineral property exploration expenses |
$ 248 |
$ 215 |
$ 1,361 |
General and administrative |
773 |
351 |
4,728 |
Total stock-based compensation |
$ 1,021 |
$ 566 |
$ 6,089 |
As at March 31, 2008, there was $1,944 of unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested stock options. This cost is expected to be fully recognized as follows: 2008 - $1,466; 2009 - $474; 2010 - $4.
At March 31, 2008, there was $235 of unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested direct stock awards recorded as prepaid consulting fees in the Company's consolidated balance sheet. This cost is expected to be fully recognized in the statement of operations in 2008.
NOTE 7 MINERAL PROPERTY PURCHASE OBLIGATIONS
In the normal course of business the Company enters into contractual obligations with Colombian titleholders to acquire mineral and exploration rights. Upon signing, typically 25% of the negotiated purchase price is immediately due and payable with an additional 25% due when all required documentation has been submitted to the local mining department and the final 50% due when the mining claim has been successfully transferred and registered in the Company's name. The Company records the full contractual obligation as a contract liability upon signing. The timing and magnitude of repayment of these obligations will vary between periods as will cash flows related to these obligations.
NOTE 8 SHORT TERM PROMISSORY NOTE
On February 8, 2008 the Company entered into a $2,500 short-term promissory note with Global Resource Fund (Global). One of the Company's directors serves as Chief Executive Officer of a company that is a $750 participant in the note. The loan, collateralized by the Company's investment in RNC and collateralized by a pledge of the Company's shares of Caldas, is due and payable on or before July 31, 2008. Upon signing, a $75 fee was paid to the note holder. The note bears interest at 12.5% per annum, with monthly interest payments commencing February 29, 2008.
In connection with this promissory note, the Company issued warrants to purchase 350,000 shares of the Company's common stock with each warrant exercisable at any time up to February 8, 2010 at an exercise price of CDN $1.10 per share. If the warrants are not exercised by the expiration date, the lender may require the Company to repurchase the warrants for $50.
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COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
The Company has allocated the total net proceeds received from $2,500 to the various underlying instruments, based on the estimated relative fair value of each instrument as follows:
Net Proceeds | |
Short-term promissory note |
$ 2,400 |
Additional paid in capital share purchase warrants |
100 |
$ 2,500 |
NOTE 9 INCOME TAXES
The full potential benefit of net operating loss carry forwards has not been recognized in the financial statements. Since the Company has no source of operating revenue, it cannot be assured that it is more likely than not that such benefit will be realized in future years. The components of the net deferred tax asset, net deferred tax liability, differences between the statutory rate and the effective rate, and the valuation allowance are as follows:
a)
Components of income tax provision:
The components of the Company's provision for (recovery of) income taxes consists of the following:
|
Three Months Ended |
Three Months Ended |
|
March 31, 2008 |
March 31, 2007 |
Domestic |
$ - |
$ - |
Foreign |
(904) |
(425) |
|
$ (904) |
$ (425) |
For the three months ended March 31, 2008 the Company's loss before provision for income taxes was generated in the following jurisdictions: Domestic $2,640 (2007-$1,231); Foreign $4,439 (2007-$1,697).
b)
Income tax rate reconciliation:
The effective income tax rate differs from the statutory rate that would be obtained by applying the U.S. Federal income tax rate to net income (loss) before income taxes. These differences result from the following items:
|
Three Months Ended |
Three Months Ended |
|
March 31, 2008 |
March 31, 2007 |
US federal income tax rate |
34.0% |
34.0% |
|
|
|
Decrease in |
|
|
Income tax rate resulting |
|
|
From: |
|
|
Losses not recognized for tax purposes |
(13.5) |
(7.7) |
Tax rate differences in foreign subsidiaries |
(1.7) |
(5.2) |
Other permanent differences |
(6.0) |
(6.6) |
Effective income tax rate |
12.8% |
14.5% |
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COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
c)
Components of deferred income tax provision:
The components of the temporary differences, which resulted in deferred income tax provision, are as follows:
|
Three Months Ended |
Three Months Ended |
|
March 31, 2008 |
March 31, 2007 |
Losses carried forward |
$ (461) |
$ (314) |
Tax depreciation less than accounting depreciation |
10 |
44 |
Mineral concessions |
1,845 |
- |
Foreign exchange on mineral concessions and foreign exploration costs |
(1,251) |
- |
Foreign exploration costs |
(1,497) |
(425) |
|
$ (1,354) |
$ (695) |
Change in valuation allowance |
450 |
270 |
Deferred income tax provision |
$ (904) |
$ (425) |
d)
Components of deferred tax asset and liability:
The components of the temporary differences, which resulted in deferred tax assets, are:
|
March 31, 2007 |
December 31, 2007 |
Tax depreciation less than depreciation |
$ 313 |
$ 324 |
Losses carried forward |
3,141 |
2,680 |
|
3,454 |
3,004 |
Valuation allowance |
(3,454) |
(3,004) |
Deferred tax asset |
$ - |
$ - |
The components of the temporary differences, which have resulted in the deferred tax liability, are:
March 31, 2008 |
December 31, 2007 | |
Tax depreciation less than |
||
Accounting depreciation |
$ - |
$ - |
Tax basis less than accounting basis for mineral concessions |
(16,416) |
(14,572) |
Foreign exploration costs |
4,201 |
2,704 |
Deferred tax liability |
$ (12,215) |
$ (11,868) |
e)
The Company has income tax losses available for carry forward of which expire as follows:
Expiry Year | Domestic | Foreign | Total | |||
2023 | $ | 36 | $ | - | $ | 36 |
2024 | 23 | - | 23 | |||
2025 | 311 | - | 311 | |||
2026 | 1,535 | - | 1,535 | |||
2027 | 5,550 | - | 5,550 | |||
2028 | 1,780 | 1,780 | ||||
$ | 9,235 | $ | - | $ | 9,235 |
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COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
f)
In June 2006, the FASB issued FIN 48 Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes, an Interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109, to create a single model to address accounting for uncertainty in tax provisions.
FIN 48 requires all material tax positions to undergo a new two-step recognition and measurement process. All material tax positions in all jurisdictions in all tax years in which the statute of limitations remains open upon the initial date of adoption are required to be assessed. For a tax benefit to be recognized it must be more likely than not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination based solely on its technical merits. If the recognition standard is not satisfied, then no tax benefit otherwise arising from the tax position can be recorded for financial statement purposes. If the recognition standard is satisfied, the amount of tax benefit recorded for financial statement purposes will be the largest amount of tax benefit with a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement with a taxing authority. The adoption of FIN 48 on January 1, 2007 did not have a material impact on the Company's financial position, results of operations, or cash flows for the three months ended March 31, 2008.
The Company files tax returns in the United States and Colombia. For all jurisdictions, all years remain subject to tax authority examination.
NOTE 10 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
During the normal course of operations, the Company engages in transactions with certain directors, senior officers, and shareholders of the Company.
Related party transactions reflected within the Company's consolidated financial statements include:
a)
Management and consulting fees paid to certain directors, senior officers, and shareholders of the Company in fiscal 2008 and 2007;
b)
The reimbursement of drilling expenses incurred by a company related to shareholders of the Company in fiscal 2008 and 2007;
c)
The issuance and repayment of a short-term promissory notes during the first quarter of fiscal 2007 year. On February 27, 2007 the Company entered into a $3,700 promissory note between the Company and the Company's Vice Chairman and CEO, and a Company controlled by these individuals. The loan, collateralized by the Company's investment in RNC, was due and payable upon closing a planned equity financing, but in no case later than April 15, 2007. Upon repayment, an $185 loan origination fee was payable to the note holders. The note bore interest at 10% per annum, with monthly interest payments commencing February 28, 2007. In connection with the Company's March 21, 2007 private placement a total of $3,931 (representing the principal amount of the promissory note of $3,700 the loan origination fee of $185, and accrued interest of $46) was paid to the holders in full satisfaction of all amounts owing;
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COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In
Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
d)
The issuance of a short-term promissory note during the second quarter of fiscal 2007. On June 6, 2007 the Company entered into a $3,500 promissory note between the Company and the Company's Vice Chairman and CEO, President and a Company controlled by these individuals. The loan, collaterized by the Company's investment in RNC, was due and payable upon the closing of a planned equity financing, but in no case later than August 15, 2007. Upon repayment, a $52 fee was payable to the note holders. The note bore interest at 10% per annum, with monthly interest payments commencing June 30, 2007. In connection with the Company's August 14, 2007 private placement a total of $3,634 (representing the principal amount of the promissory note of $3,500, the loan origination fee of $52, and accrued interest of $82) was paid to the holders in full satisfaction of all amounts owing; and
e)
The issuance of a short-term promissory note during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007. On November 12, 2007 the Company entered into a $2,500 promissory note between the Company's Vice Chairman and CEO, President and a company controlled by these individuals. The loan, collateralized by the Company's investment in RNC, was due and payable upon closing an equity financing, but in no case later than December 31, 2007. Upon repayment a $37 fee was payable to the note holders. The note bore interest at 10% per annum with monthly interest payments commencing November 30, 2007. In Connection with the Company's December 28, 2007 private placement, a total of $2,559 (representing the principal amount of the promissory notes of $2,500, the loan origination fee of $37 and accrued interest of $22) was paid to the holders in full satisfaction of all amounts owing.
f)
The issuance of a short-term promissory note during the first quarter of fiscal 2008 whereby one of the Company's directors serves as an executive of a company that is a participant in the note as disclosed in Note 8.
During the three months ended March 31, 2008 the Company:
a)
Paid $135 for board and committee meeting fees to non-management directors of the Company.
b)
Paid $28 in management, salary, and consulting fees to directors of the Company.
c)
Paid $51 in management, salary, and consulting fees to shareholders of the Company.
d)
Paid $37 for the reimbursement of drilling expenses incurred by a company related to shareholders of the Company.
Included in prepaid expenses at March 31, 2008 is $47 related to a director of the Company. Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities is $190 owing to directors and officers of the Company.
During the three months ended March 31, 2007 the Company:
a)
Paid $100 for management and consulting fees to senior officers of the Company.
b)
Paid $115 for management and consulting fees to shareholders of the Company.
c)
Paid $231 for interest and administration fees on a bridge loan from shareholders of the Company.
Included in prepaid expenses and deposits at December 31, 2007 is $45 related to a director of the Company. Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities is $78 owing to directors and officers of the Company.
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COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In
Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
NOTE 11 SEGMENTED INFORMATION
The Company has determined that it operates in a single reportable segment, being the acquisition of, exploration for, and development of mineral properties.
NOTE 12 ACCOUNTING DEVELOPMENTS
a)
In September, 2006 the FASB issued FAS 157 Fair Value Measurements that provides enhanced guidance for using fair value to measure assets and liabilities. FAS 157 applies whenever US GAAP requires or permits measurement of assets or liabilities at fair value. FAS 157 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007 (partially deferred for certain non financial assets and liabilities). The adoption of FAS 157 had no impact on the Company's financial statements.
b)
In February 2007 the FASB issued FAS 159 The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities. FAS 159 offers an irrevocable option to carry eligible financial assets and liabilities at fair value, with the election to be made on an instrument by instrument basis, with changes in fair value recorded in earnings. FAS 159 is expected to expand the use of fair value measurement for many companies, which is consistent with the FASB's long-term measurement objectives for accounting for financial instruments. FAS 159 is effective as of an entity's first fiscal year that begins after November 15, 2007 and is applied prospectively. The adoption of FAS 159 had no impact on the Company's financial statements.
c)
In December 2007, the FASB issued FAS 141(R), Business Combinations, which will replace FAS 141 prospectively effective for business combinations in the first reporting period after December 15, 2008. Early adoption is not permitted. Under FAS 141(R), business acquisitions will be accounted for under the acquisition method, compared to the purchase method mandated by FAS 141.
d)
In December 2007, the FASB issued FAS 160 Non-Controlling Interests in Consolidated Financial Statements which is effective for periods beginning after December 15, 2008. Under FAS 160, non-controlling interests are measured at 100% of the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Under current standards, the non-controlling interest is measured at book value. For presentation and disclosure purposes, non-controlling interests will be classified as a separate component of shareholders' equity. FAS 160 will change the manner in which increases/decreases in ownership percentages are accounted for. Changes in ownership percentages will be recorded as equity transactions and no gain or loss will be recognized as long as the parent retains control of the subsidiary. When a parent company deconsolidates a subsidiary but retains a non-controlling interest, the non-controlling interest is re-measured at fair value on the date control is lost and a gain or loss is recognized at that time. Finally, under FAS 160, accumulated losses attributable to the non-controlling interests are no longer limited to the original carrying amount, and therefore non-controlling interests could have a negative carrying balance. The provisions of FAS 160 are to be applied prospectively with the exception of the presentation and disclosure, which are to be applied for al prior periods presented in the financial statements. Early adoption is not permitted.
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COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In
Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
NOTE 13 COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
i)
Letter of Intent with Colombia Gold PLC:
On November 20, 2007 the Company entered into a Letter of Intent to acquire Colombia Gold PLC, a corporation organized under the laws of the United Kingdom, whose main assets are the mining rights to the Echandia Property adjacent to the Marmato Mountain. Completion of the transaction is subject to the negotiation of a definitive agreement, satisfactory completion of technical, financial, legal, and commercial due diligence and customary conditions, including all shareholder, court, and regulatory approvals.
ii)
Acquisition of Mineros Nacionales S.A.
On January 29, 2008 the Company entered into a Share Purchase and Sale Agreement (the Agreement) to purchase all of the issued and outstanding shares of Mineros Nacionales S.A. a corporation organized under the laws of the Republic of Colombia, for cash consideration of $35,000. The Mineros Agreement provides that the transaction will be completed on April 29, 2008, unless such closing date is extended by mutual agreement. The Company has provided a deposit guarantee in the amount of $2,500, which would be payable to the vendors if the transaction is not completed for any reason. Subsequent to March 31, 2008 the Company committed to a further deposit of $7,000 in connection with the extension of the closing date to June 30, 2008.
iii)
Caramanta Properties
On August 27, 2007 the Company entered into an agreement with an unrelated party that provides the Company with an option to acquire 100% of concession No. 669-17 in the Caramanta region. Over a twenty-four month period the Company has the option to pay a total of 2.4 billion Colombian pesos ($1,317) to acquire a 100% interest in the property. At March 31, 2008 the Company has expended an initial 480 million pesos ($263) for a 20% interest. The Company plans to continue to explore the region to determine if it is desirable to continue to acquire the remaining 80% interest. Should the Company decide not to continue with the project, the Company is not obligated to make any further payments and title to the project remains with the original owner.
On March 17, 2008 the Company entered into an agreement with an unrelated party that provides the Company with an option to acquire Concession No. 653-17 in the Caramanta region. Over a twenty-four month period the Company has the option to pay a total of 1.0 billion Colombian pesos ($549) to acquire a 100% interest in the property. A March 31, 2008 the Company has expended an initial 300 million ($165) for a 30% interest. The Company plans to continue to explore the region to determine if it is desirable to continue to acquire the remaining 70% interest. Should the Company decide not to continue with the project, the Company is not obligated to make any further payments and title to the project remains with the original owners.
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COLOMBIA GOLDFIELDS LTD.
(An Exploration Stage Company)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in US Dollars, In
Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
iv)
Drilling Contracts:
In the normal course of operations the Company has entered into agreements with third-party drilling contractors to manage certain aspects of the Company's drill programs. The Company is committed to payments totalling $2,100 over the next twelve months in respect of these contracts.
v)
Short-Form Shelf Prospectus
On January 8, 2008 the Company filed on form S-3 a Shelf Registration Statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to issue up to $200,000 of securities in any combination of Preferred Stock, Common Stock, Debt Securities, Warrants, Share Purchase Contracts, and Units. The Registration Statement was declared effective by the SEC on April 8, 2008 and the Company has not issued any securities under this Registration Statement.
NOTE 14 SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
i)
Acquisition of Mineros Nacionales S.A.
On April 29, 2008 the Company and Mineros agreed to extend the completion date of the Mineros transaction from April 29, 2008 to June 30, 2008, unless such date is further extended by mutual agreement. In connection with this extension, the Company agreed to deposit 20% of the $35,000 purchase price (approximately $7,000) on or before May 15, 2008 with the balance due upon completion of the transaction. Pursuant to the modification and extensions, the final 80% is payable in Colombian pesos (approximately 50 billion Colombian pesos at April 25, 2008), with any costs associated with settling the final payments to be the responsibility of the Company. The deposit is non-refundable if the transaction is not completed for any reason.
NOTE 15 RECLASSIFICATIONS
Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation.
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Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Introduction
This Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) is intended to supplement and complement our unaudited interim consolidated financial statements and notes thereto for the three months ended March 31, 2008 prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (U.S. GAAP), (our Financial Statements). You are encouraged to review our Financial Statements in conjunction with your review of this MD&A. Additional information relating to our Company is available at www.sec.gov.com and www.sedar.com. All dollar amounts in our MD&A are expressed in U.S. dollars, unless otherwise specified.
Forward-Looking Statements
This MD&A contains forward-looking statements that are based on the beliefs of our management and reflect our current expectations as contemplated under section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. When used in this MD&A, the words estimate, project, believe, anticipate, intend, expect, plan, predict, may, should, will, can, the negative of these words, or such other variations thereon, or comparable terminology, are all intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect the current views of Colombia Goldfields Ltd. with respect to future events based on currently available information and are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to, risks and uncertainties pert aining to development of mining properties, changes in economic conditions and other risks, uncertainties and factors, which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievement expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements to differ materially from the forward looking statements.
See Risks and Uncertainties elsewhere in this MD&A. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements.
Our Business
We were incorporated under the laws of the State of Nevada, U.S.A., on March 25, 2003 and changed our name from Secure Automated Enterprises, Inc. to Colombia Goldfields Ltd. (CGL or the Company) on May 13, 2005. On July 31, 2006, our jurisdiction of incorporation was changed to the state of Delaware.
We are an exploration stage company engaged in the acquisition and exploration of mineral resource properties. The Company's head office is located in Toronto, Canada and its exploration and administrative office is located in the city of Medellin. Our main activity is the exploration and development of the Marmato Mountain Gold District in Western Colombia. The Marmato Mountain Gold District is located 80 km south of Medellin. We are actively advancing two areas within the Marmato Mountain Gold District. These are Zona Alta of Marmato Mountain and the Caramanta Exploration Properties. The Caramanta Exploration Properties surround the Marmato Mountain and we are actively securing additional exploration concessions between the two in order to continue to consolidate the district. We are also endeavoring to acquire Zona Baja of Marmato Mountain through the planned acquisition of Mineros Nacionales S.A. and the adjacent Echandia property through the planned acquisition of Colombia Gold Limited as described elsewhere in this MD&A.
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Our objective is to define and consolidate a gold district in the Marmato Mountain Region of Western Colombia. Our main target in this region is the Marmato Mountain, which is divided into two zones Zona Alta (Upper Zone) and Zona Baja (Lower Zone). We currently own the exploration rights to Zona Alta, and we are working towards completing the acquisition of 100% of its legally registered property titles. On January 29, 2008, we were declared the successful bidders to acquire Zona Baja through a competitive bid process. Our ultimate goal is to combine Zona Alta and Zona Baja to create a bulk mineable ore body on the Marmato Mountain and develop additional resources in the surrounding region.
First Quarter Fiscal 2008 Overview
In the first quarter of fiscal 2008 we advanced our business plan of consolidating the Marmato Mountain district by:
Solidifying our property title ownership to 107 of 119 legally registered mineral titles by continuing to negotiate property purchases from existing Colombian titleholders;
Completing additional underground samples and 7,525 meters of drilling
Raising $5,391,000 to fund our acquisition and exploration activities; and
Continuing to proceed with the acquisitions of:
i)
Mineros Nacionales S.A, a corporation organized under the laws of the Republic of Colombia (Mineros), which owns Zona Baja of the Marmato Mountain; and
ii)
Colombia Gold PLC, a company organized under the laws of England (Colombia Gold), which owns the mountain adjacent to the Marmato Mountain (The Echandia Property).
Marmato Mountain Zona Alta
As at March 31, 2008, the Zona Alta of Marmato Mountain in Colombia hosts approximately 275 small mines, and Compañia Minera de Caldas, S.A. (Caldas), our Colombian subsidiary, is seeking to purchase each of these. We own 95% of Caldas, with the remaining 5% held directly or indirectly by directors, officers, and senior management of the Company, as Colombian law requires a minimum of five shareholders. Of these mines, 83 have registered titles in the Ministry of Mines in the province of Caldas. We refer to these mines as Category 1. Another 36 mines are located in an area called CHG-081, in which there is one mining contract, and we refer to these mines as Category 2. Once the Category 2 mines have been purchased, Caldas will own the entire CHG-081 contract. Our objective is to secure ownership of these 119 properties. Approximately 90 of the remaining mines have made applications for legalization. We refer to these mines as Cate gory 3. Of the applications made, management believes that less than 20 will be approved. Approximately 66 are illegal mines.
Certain mining properties have been purchased or optioned and are awaiting final payment once the documentation and registration is complete. The total number of legally registered mineral titles acquired by Caldas at March 31, 2008 is 107, unchanged from December 31, 2007. 80 of these mines are currently registered in the name of Caldas, are fully paid, and are no longer operating.
Marmato Mountain Zona Baja
On January 29, 2008 we entered into a Share Purchase and Sale Agreement with Mineros. Mineros is the owner of Zona Baja, on Marmato Mountain. Under the terms of the agreement, we agreed to purchase all of the issued and outstanding shares of Mineros, for cash consideration of $35,000,000. The agreement provides that the transaction will be completed on April 29, 2008, unless extended by mutual agreement. We have provided a deposit guarantee in the amount of $2,500,000, which would be payable to the vendors if the transaction is not completed for any reason. On April 29, 2008 the Company and Mineros agreed to extend the completion date to June 30, 2008, unless further extended by mutual agreement. In connection with this extension, we agreed to deposit a further 20% of the purchase price on or before May 15, 2008 with the balance due upon closing. Pursuant to the extension, the final 80% is payable in Colombian pesos, with any costs ass ociated with settling the final payment to be the responsibility of the Company. The further deposit of $7,000,000 is non-refundable if the transaction is not completed for any reason. In the event we are successful in acquiring Mineros, we would own both the Upper and Lower Zones of Marmato Mountain. There is no assurance that the proposed transaction will be completed.
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The Echandia Property
On November 20, 2007, we entered into a letter of intent with Colombia Gold, a corporation. Colombia Gold's main assets are the mining rights to the Echandia property, located adjacent to Marmato Mountain. We believe that the Echandia Property contains an extension of the gold mineralization from Marmato Mountain. Completion of the transaction is subject to negotiation and execution of a definitive agreement, satisfactory completion of technical, financial, legal, and other commercial due diligence and customary conditions, including all shareholder, court and regulatory approvals. We expect the transaction will be a share exchange with the Company exchanging its shares for those of Colombia Gold. There is no assurance that a definitive agreement will be executed or that the acquisition will be completed.
Principal factors affecting our results of operations
Our consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP, and we maintain our accounts in U.S. Dollars.
We believe the key determinants of our operating and financial results are:
(a)
The state of capital markets, which affects our ability to finance exploration activities;
(b)
The valuation of mineral properties, as exploration results provide further information relating to the underlying reserves of such properties; and
(c)
Prices for metals, particularly gold.
There is no assurance that commercially exploitable reserves of gold exist on any of our property interests. In the event that commercially exploitable reserves of gold exist on any of our property interests, there is no guarantee that we will make a profit. If we cannot acquire or locate gold deposits, or if it is not economical to recover the gold deposits, our business and operations will be materially adversely affected.
Revenues
We have not yet completed our economic feasibility studies to establish the existence of proven or probable reserves for our properties. To date, we have not produced any gold, and, as a result, we have not recognized any revenues from mining activities for the period since incorporation to March 31, 2008.
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Expenses
Our primary expenses consist of mineral property exploration expenditures and general and administrative expenses.
Critical accounting policies
The following are the accounting policies that we consider to be critical accounting policies. Critical accounting policies are those that are both important to the portrayal of our financial condition and results of operations and those that require the most difficult, subjective, or complex judgments, often as result of the need to make estimates about the effect of matters that are subject to a degree of uncertainty.
Going Concern
We incurred a net loss of $28,580,000 for the period from inception on March 23, 2003 to March 31, 2008, and we are not presently generating any revenue. Furthermore, we have used $45,167,000 during this period to fund our operations and mineral acquisitions program. At March 31, 2008, we had a significant working capital deficiency. Our future is dependent upon our ability to obtain additional financing and upon future acquisition, exploration and development of profitable operations from our mineral properties. We plan to continue to seek additional financing in private and/or public equity offerings to secure funding for our operations. Our estimate of financing requirements in fiscal 2008 is approximately $100,000,000 ($35,000,000 for the acquisition of Mineros, $25,000,000 for the remaining exploration of Zona Alta, $15,000,000 related to the acquisition of Colombia Gold, and $25,000,000 related to additional drilling and working capital requirements). font>
As at April 30, 2008 our cash resources are less than $1,000,000 and we will need to raise additional debt or equity financing during the second quarter of fiscal 2008 to continue to execute our business plans. We currently do not have any arrangements for additional financing. There can be no assurance that such additional financing will be available to us on acceptable terms, or at all. These factors, among others, raise substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. Our financial statements do not include any adjustment to reflect the possible future effect on the recoverability and classification of the assets or the amounts and classification of liabilities that may result should we cease to continue as a going concern.
Basis of Presentation
Entities that are controlled by us, either directly or indirectly, are consolidated. Control is established by our ability to determine strategic, operating, investing and financing policies without the co-operation of others. We analyze our level of ownership, voting rights and representation on the board of directors in determining if control exists by any one, or a combination, of these factors.
Our consolidated financial statements include the accounts of (i) Colombia Goldfields Ltd., a Delaware Corporation, (ii) our wholly-owned subsidiary RNC (Colombia) Limited, a Belize corporation and its 95% owned subsidiary, Compania Minera de Caldas, S.A., a Colombia corporation, (iii) our 94% interest in Gavilan Minerales, S.A. (Gavilan), a Colombia Corporation. Colombian law requires a minimum of five shareholders for Colombian companies; as a result, the remaining 5% ownership of Caldas and 6% ownership of Gavilan are held by directors, officers, and senior management of the Company. The directors and senior management of Caldas and Gavilan has executed voting and support agreements in favour of the Company. All significant inter-company transactions and balances are eliminated upon consolidation.
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Mineral Property Rights Acquisition and Exploration and Development Expenditures
Our mineral property rights acquisition and exploration activities consist of
i)
The acquisition of mineral concessions;
ii)
The acquisition of mineral and exploration rights from existing titleholders;
iii)
The exploration of acquired mineral properties and related activities; and
iv)
The allocation of stock-based compensation related to participants in our stock option plan.
Costs of acquiring mining properties, including interest costs attributable to mineral property acquisitions, are capitalized upon acquisition. Pursuant to Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No.34, Capitalization of Interest Costs, interest costs attributable to mineral property acquisitions are also capitalized. Mine development costs incurred either to develop new ore deposits, expand the capacity of mines, or to develop mine areas substantially in advance of current production are also capitalized once proven and probable reserves exist and the property is a commercially mineable property. Costs incurred to maintain current production or to maintain assets on a standby basis are charged to operations. Costs of abandoned projects are charged to operations upon abandonment. We evaluate the carrying value of capitalized mining costs and related property, plant and equipment costs, to determine if these costs are in excess of their net recoverable a mount whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. The periodic evaluation of carrying value of capitalized costs and any related property, plant and equipment costs are based upon expected future cash flows and/or estimated salvage value in accordance with SFAS No. 144, Accounting for Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets.
Title on mineral properties and mining and exploration rights involve certain inherent risks due to the difficulties of determining the validity of certain claims, as well as the potential for problems arising from the frequently ambiguous conveyance history of many mining properties. We cannot give any assurance that title to such properties will not be challenged or impugned and we cannot be certain that we will have valid title to our mining properties. We rely on title opinions by legal counsel in Colombia.
Asset Retirement Obligations
We apply SFAS No. 143, Accounting for Asset Retirement Obligations that requires the fair value of a liability for an asset retirement obligation be recognized in the period in which it is incurred. SFAS No. 143 requires us to record a liability for the present value, using a credit-adjusted risk-free interest rate, of the estimated site restoration costs with a corresponding increase to the carrying amount of the related long-lived assets. The liability is accreted until it has been fully incurred, and the asset will be amortized over the life of the related assets. Adjustments are made for changes resulting from the passage of time and changes to either the timing or amount of the original present value estimate underlying the obligation will be made. As at March 31, 2008 and December 31, 2007, we believe we do not have any asset retirement obligations.
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Stock-Based Compensation
On January 1, 2006, we applied SFAS No. 123(R), Share-Based Payment, to account for stock options and similar equity instruments issued. Accordingly, compensation expense attributable to stock options or similar equity instruments granted is measured at the fair value at the grant date, using the Black-Scholes option pricing model and a graded approach and the resultant compensation expenses are classified in our consolidated statement of operations based on the classification of the underlying option plan participants' related compensation expenses. In the event stock options are forfeited, any previously recognized compensation expense related to unvested and expiring awards is recognized in earnings in the period of forfeiture. The majority of our stock-based compensation relates to either i) mineral exploration activities associated with our exploration personnel or ii) general and administrative expenses associated with our administrative employees, directors , and consultants.
Although the assumptions used to record stock compensation expense reflect management's best estimates, they involve inherent uncertainties based on market conditions generally outside of our control. If other assumptions were used, stock-based compensation expense could be significantly impacted. As stock options are exercised, the proceeds received on exercise, in addition to the previously recognized amounts related to those stock options, are credited to stockholders' equity.
Selected Financial Information
The following table sets forth selected financial information for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007. This summary of selected financial information is derived from, and should be read in conjunction with, and is qualified in its entirety by reference to, our unaudited financial statements for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and the related note disclosures.
In Thousands, except Per Share Amounts |
Three Months Ended March 31, 2008 |
Three Months Ended March 31, 2007 |
Cumulative
from Inception through March 31, 2008) |
Statement of Loss and Deficit |
|
|
|
Total Expenses |
$ 7,085 |
$ 2,938 |
$ 32,341 |
Net loss |
$ (6,175) |
$ (2,503) |
$ (28,580) |
Loss per Share-basic and diluted |
$ (0.07) |
$ (0.04) |
N/A |
Balance Sheet Data |
As at
March 31, |
As at |
|
Total Assets |
$ 75,534 |
$ 74,519 | |
Total Long-Term Debt |
$ - |
$ - | |
Total Liabilities |
$ 24,452 |
$ 23,433 | |
Total Shareholders' Equity |
$ 51,082 |
$ 51,086 |
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Results of Operations First Quarter 2008 Compared with First Quarter 2007
For the three months ended March 31, 2008, we incurred a net loss of $6,175,000 (2007-$2,503,000). We generated interest income of $6,000 (2007-$10,000). The primary contributors to our net loss for the three months ended March 31, 2008 were mineral property exploration expenses of $2,975,000 (of which $248,000 related to non-cash stock-based compensation expenses) and general and administrative expenses of $2,207,000 (of which $773,000 related to non-cash stock-based compensation expenses), along with foreign exchange losses of $2,207,000, primarily related to unrealized foreign exchange losses on the translation of foreign currency-denominated deferred income tax balances.
For the comparative period, the primary contributors to our net loss were mineral property exploration expenses of $1,472,000 (of which $215,000 related to non-cash stock-based compensation expenses) and general and administrative expenses of $1,401,000 (of which $351,000 related to non-cash stock-based compensation expenses).
Our operations typically involve the following activities and expenditures:
i)
The acquisition of mineral concessions: To March 31, 2008, this has consisted primarily of payments for the assignment contracts and subsequent full legal titles associated with the Caramanta properties, the acquisition of Zona Alta concessions via our purchases of RNC, and the purchase of the Kedahda properties. The concessions we acquire typically grant to the concessionaire the right to carry out within the given area, the studies, works and installations necessary in order to establish the existence of the minerals, and to exploit them according to rules and criteria belonging to the accepted techniques of geology and mining engineering. During the three months ended March 31, 2008, and March 31,2007 we did not expend any cash on the acquisition of mineral concessions.
ii)
The acquisition of mineral and exploration rights from existing Colombian titleholders. This typically involves staged payments to affected landholders and related stakeholders. The procedure for payment is normally a payment of 25% of the total negotiated purchase price on signing, 25% when title to all documentation has been submitted to the local mining department and the final 50% payment when the mining claim has been registered in Caldas'. Satisfactory resolution of local landowner concerns is essential to the eventual development and operation of modern gold mines on Marmato Mountain. As at March 31, 2008, we have reached agreements with the titleholders to secure 107 legally registered titles deemed desirable in our business plan (December 31, 2007 - 107), with 80 titles registered in Caldas' name. During the three months ended March 31, 2008, we expended a total of $2,477,000 on mineral and exploration rights (2007 - $3,580,000) and have obligations as at March 31, 2008 to make payments of $6,598,000 pursuant to amounts owing under our purchase agreements (December 31, 2007 - $8,747,000); and
iii)
The exploration of acquired mineral properties and related activities. This typically involves the payment of salaries, wages, and other exploration costs in Colombia, directly attributable to field activities furthering our mineral concessions and rights. During the three months ended March 31, 2008, we expended a total of $2,975,000 on the exploration of acquired mineral properties (2007 - $1,472,000).
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As a result of our fiscal 2008 efforts to explore and evaluate the Marmato Mountain District, our mineral property exploration expenses increased significantly for the three months ended March 31, 2008 to $2,975,000 (including $248,000 in stock-based compensation) from $1,472,000 (including $773,000 in stock-based compensation) for the three months ended March 31, 2007.
General and administrative expenses also increased in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 to $2,207,000 (2007-$1,401,000), reflecting our continued transition from a start-up enterprise to a company with an active exploration program and infrastructure sufficient to support field activities. A significant component of general and administrative expenses in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 was allocated to stock-based compensation, which totaled $773,000 compared to $351,000 in fiscal 2007. The remainder of the Company's first quarter fiscal 2008 general and administrative costs included accounting and legal fees of $550,000 (approximately $200,000 of which relates to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements and legal costs associated with maintaining the Company's dual U.S./ Canadian public company status and $250,000 of which relates to the Company's proposed acquisitions of Mineros and Colombia Gold), investor relations costs of $257,000 and the balance relating to co rporate salaries, travel and head office expenses. As well, in the first quarter of fiscal 2008, the Company incurred $1,840,000 in foreign exchange losses on the translation of foreign currency-denominated monetary assets and liabilities, as the majority of the Company's accounts payable, accrued liabilities, and deferred income taxes in Caldas and Gavilan are denominated Colombian pesos and are impacted by fluctuations in foreign currency rates. During fiscal 2008, the U.S. dollar continued to weaken against the Colombian peso, declining approximately 10% between December 31, 2007 and March 31, 2008, resulting in the aforementioned foreign exchange losses. Approximately $1,275,000 of these losses are currently unrealized as they relate solely to the translation of deferred income tax taxable temporary differences associated with the Company's historical acquisitions of RNC and Gavilan.
The increase in our other operating expenses in the first quarter of fiscal 2007, primarily amortization expenses, related to the amortization of office equipment, computers, and vehicles. For the three months ended March 31, 2008, we incurred a loss from operations of $7,079,000 (2007-$2,928,000), and recorded a deferred income tax recovery of $904,000 related to deductible temporary differences associated with our Colombian subsidiaries, applied against unrecognized deferred tax liabilities in corresponding jurisdictions, resulting in a net loss of $6,175,000 (2007-$2,503,000).
During the first quarter of fiscal 2008, we used cash of $4,753,000 in operations (2007-$1,826,000). The majority of our operating cash requirements consisted of exploration costs incurred in our Colombian operations, and consulting fees, travel expenses, and audit and legal fees related to regulatory compliance. During the first quarter of fiscal 2008, we issued 6,342,411 common shares and 6,342,411 share purchase warrants for net proceeds of $5,183,000, as well as a short-term promissory note for proceeds for $2,500,000. During the first quarter of fiscal 2008, we expended $32,000 on the purchase of capital assets and $2,476,000 funding the acquisition of mineral exploration rights, resulting in a net cash increase of $2,078,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2008.
As at March 31, 2008, we held cash and cash equivalents of $4,861,000. Our working capital deficiency of $6,184,000 consisted of i) cash and cash equivalents of $4,861,000; ii) prepaid expenses and deposits of $957,000, consisting primarily of prepaid Marmato exploration expenditures; iii) prepaid consulting fees of $235,000, reflecting the current portion of unamortized stock-based compensation associated with direct stock awards; and iv) current liabilities of $12,237,000, consisting primarily of amounts owing to Marmato titleholders under our mineral and exploration rights purchase agreements (at March 31, 2008, $6,598,000 is owing pursuant to these agreements), and $2,450,000 related to short-term promissory notes, and the balance associated with general trade payables. While we endeavor to manage the timing of these payments, the timing of settlement of these liabilities is uncertain. Payment of our mineral and exploration rights agreements are typically due as the contracts progress through the Colombian government approval process.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
Our cash and working capital positions as at the dates indicated were as follows:
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As at |
As at |
Cash and cash equivalents* |
$ 4,861,000 |
$ 6,939,000 |
Working capital deficiency |
$ 6,184,000 |
$ (3,680,000) |
* excludes restricted cash associated with our proposed acquisition of Mineros
We have historically relied on equity capital to fund our operations and mineral property acquisition and exploration activities. For the cumulative period from March 25, 2003 to March 31, 2008, we have raised $50,028,000 from the issuance of shares of our common stock, share purchase warrants, and short-term bridge loans (net of repayments) and used $45,167,000 to fund operations and mineral property acquisition and exploration activities, leaving cash and cash equivalents of $4,861,000 and a working capital deficiency of $6,184,000 as at March 31, 2008.
On February 8, 2008, we borrowed $2,500,000 from Global Resource Fund (Global) pursuant to a promissory note issued to Global (the Promissory Note). Auramet Trading, LLC is a $750,000 participant in the loan and one of our directors, James Verraster, serves as Chief Executive Officer of Auramet Trading, LLC. The Promissory Note provides for a $2,500,000 secured loan maturing on July 31, 2008. The borrowing under the Promissory Note is secured by a guarantee by our subsidiaries. The guarantee is in turn secured by first priority pledges of the shares of such subsidiaries held directly and indirectly by the Company. The borrowing under the Promissory Note bears interest at the rate of 12.5% per annum, and interest payments are due monthly on the last day of the month, commencing on February 29, 2008. Proceeds from the borrowing were used in connection with the Company's successful bid to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Mineros, as described elsewhere in the MD&A, as well as for general corporate purposes. In connection with the loan, we issued 350,000 common share purchase warrants to Global and we paid an up-front fee equal to 3.0% of the borrowing under the promissory note. Each warrant entitles the holder to purchase one common share at an exercise price of CDN $1.10 for a period of 24 months from the date of closing. If the warrants are not exercised by the expiration date, the holder may require us to repurchase the warrants for US$50,000.
On March 31, 2008, we closed a private equity offering of 6,342,411 Units at $0.85 per Unit to a total of 7 investors. Each Unit consists of one share of common stock and one warrant (the Warrant) for a total of 6,342,411 common shares and 6,342,411 warrants issued. The total gross proceeds raised was $5,391,000. Each warrant is exercisable for one common share at an exercise price of $1.10 and the Warrants are exercisable at any time up to two years from the date of issuance. In connection with this private equity offering, we paid commissions of $158,000, incurred issue costs of $50,000.
Based upon our current financial condition, we anticipate that current cash on hand is insufficient to operate our business through the end of fiscal 2008. As at April 30, 2008, our cash resources were less than $1,000,000 and we will need to raise additional debt or equity financing during the second quarter of fiscal 2008 to continue to execute our business plan. We intend to fund operations through additional debt and/or equity financing arrangements, which may be insufficient to fund expenditures or other cash requirements. We plan to seek additional financing in private and/or public equity offerings to secure funding for our operations. There can be no assurance that we will be successful in raising additional funding. If we are not able to secure additional funding, the implementation of our business plan will be impaired and we may lose our option to purchase certain mining and mineral rights. There can be no assurance that such additional financing w ill be available to us on acceptable terms or at all.
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In order to finance continuing operations and make payments related to the acquisition of identified properties, additional funding from external sources will be required.
Off-balance sheet arrangements, Commitments, and Contingencies
i)
Letter of Intent with Colombia Gold
As described earlier in this MD&A, we have entered into a letter of intent to acquire Colombia Gold. Completion of the transaction is subject to the negotiation of a definitive agreement, satisfactory completion of technical financial, legal, and commercial due diligence and customary conditions, including all shareholder, court and regulatory approvals.
ii)
Acquisition of Mineros
As described earlier in this MD&A, we have entered into an agreement to purchase Mineros for cash consideration of $35,000,000. We have provided a deposit guarantee of $2,500,000, which would be payable to the vendors if the transaction is not completed for any reason. We have also committed to providing a deposit of approximately $7,000,000 on or before May 15, 2008 in connection with the extension of the closing date agreed upon subsequent to March 31, 2008.
iii)
Caramanta Properties
Pursuant to an option agreement to purchase concession No. 669-17 in the Caramanta region, in the event that we determine it in the best interest of the Company to continue exploration, the contract specifies the following scheduled payments required to obtain a 100% interest in the project: fiscal 2007 - 300 million pesos; fiscal 2008 660 million pesos and fiscal 2009 1.44 billion pesos. To March 31, 2008 we have made payments totalling 480 million pesos (approximately $260,000) against the total 2.4 billion pesos (approximately $1,300,000) contract. We intend to continue exploration of the project in order to determine whether we will continue to make scheduled payments towards acquiring a 100% interest. In the event we chose not to continue the project, no further payments are required and the option would be terminated.
Pursuant to an option agreement to purchase concession No. 653-17 in the Caramanta region, in the event that we determine it in the best interest of the Company to continue exploration, the contract specifies the following scheduled payments required to obtain a 100% interest in the project: fiscal 2008 450 million pesos; fiscal 2009 350 million pesos; fiscal 2010-200 million pesos. To March 31, 2008 we have made payments totalling 300 million pesos (approximately $165,000) against the total 1.0 billion pesos (approximately $550,000) contract. We intend to continue exploration of the project in order to determine whether we will continue to make scheduled payments towards acquiring a 100% interest. In the event we chose not to continue the project, no further payments are required and the option would be terminated.
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iv)
Drilling Contracts
In the normal course of operations the Company has entered into agreements with third-party drilling contractors to manage certain aspects of the Company's drill programs. We are committed to payments totaling $2,100,000 over the next twelve months in respect of these contracts.
Contractual obligations
We have a two-year employment contract with Mr. J. Randall Martin, our Chief Executive Officer and Vice Chairman, through September 30, 2009. Under the contract, Mr. Martin is entitled to receive monthly compensation of $20,000, and is eligible to participate in our share compensation arrangements. In addition, Mr. Martin is entitled to reimbursement of all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the performance of his duties. If Mr. Martin's contract is terminated without cause, he is entitled to receive a lump sum equal to 12 months monthly compensation and accelerated vesting of his options. Under the contract, Mr. Martin has disclaimed any rights to all intellectual property created by him or jointly with others while with us. In addition, following termination of the contract, Mr. Martin will be subject to a one year non-competition covenant.
We have a two-year employment contract with Mr. James Kopperson, our Chief Financial Officer, through September 30, 2009. Under the contract, Mr. Kopperson is entitled to receive monthly compensation of CDN $17,500, and is eligible to participate in our share compensation arrangements. In addition, Mr. Kopperson is entitled to reimbursement of all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the performance of his duties. If Mr. Kopperson's contract is terminated without cause, he is entitled to receive a lump sum equal to 12 months monthly compensation and accelerated vesting of his options. Under the contract, Mr. Kopperson has disclaimed any rights to all intellectual property created by him or jointly with others while with us. In addition, following termination of the contract, Mr. Kopperson will be subject to a one year non-competition covenant.
We have a two-year consulting contract with Dr. Stewart Redwood, our Vice President of Exploration, through September 30, 2008. Under the contract, Dr. Redwood is entitled to receive compensation at the rate of $1,000 per day and is eligible to participate in our share compensation arrangements. In addition, he is entitled to reimbursement of all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the performance of his duties. We also granted Dr. Redwood 500,000 restricted shares in the first quarter of fiscal 2007. Should Dr. Redwood's contract with us be terminated with cause or by his resignation before the period of two years has elapsed, he is required to return pro rata portion of the shares based on the time remaining on the contract.
We have a two-year contract with Mr. Thomas Lough, our President, through October 15, 2009. Mr. Lough is also the President and a director of Investcol. We purchased our 100% interest in RNC from Investcol. Under the contract, Mr. Lough is entitled to receive monthly compensation of CDN $15,000. In addition, Mr. Lough is entitled to reimbursement of all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the performance of his duties. If Mr. Lough's contact is terminated without cause, he is entitled to recover a lump sum equal to 12 months monthly compensation and accelerated vesting of his options. Under the contract, Mr. Lough has disclaimed any rights to all intellectual property created by him or jointly with others while with us. In addition, following termination of the contract, Mr. Lough will be subject to a one year non-competition covenant.
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Related Party Transactions
Certain transactions described under The Caramanta and Marmato Properties elsewhere in this MD&A are considered related party transactions. During certain periods, we also paid management and consulting fees to directors, senior officers and shareholders, and for certain prior periods, we paid office rental fees to a company related to a former director. Further information on these transactions is provided in our accompanying consolidated financial statements under Related Party Transactions.
On February 8, 2008, we borrowed $2,500,000 from Global Resource Fund (Global) pursuant to a promissory note issued to Global (the Promissory Note). Auramet Trading, LLC is a $750,000 participant in the loan and one of our directors, James Verraster, serves as Chief Executive Officer of Auramet Trading, LLC. The Promissory Note provides for a $2,500,000 secured loan maturing on July 31, 2008. The borrowing under the Promissory Note is secured by a guarantee by our subsidiaries. The guarantee is in turn secured by first priority pledges of the shares of such subsidiaries held directly and indirectly by the Company. The borrowing under the Promissory Note bears interest at the rate of 12.5% per annum, and interest payments are due monthly on the last day of the month, commencing on February 29, 2008. Proceeds from the borrowing were used in connection with the Company's successful bid to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Mineros, as described elsewhere in the MD&A, as well as for general corporate purposes.
In connection with the loan, we issued 350,000 common share purchase warrants to Global and we paid an up-front fee equal to 3.0% of the borrowing under the promissory note. Each warrant entitles the holder to purchase one common share at an exercise price of CDN $1.10 for a period of 24 months from the date of closing. If the warrants are not exercised by the expiration date, the holder may require us to repurchase the warrants for US$50,000.
Risks and Uncertainties
An investment in our common stock involves a high degree of risk. You should carefully consider the risks described below and the other information in the prospectus and amendments thereto we filed in connection with our recent private placements (available on www.sec.gov.com) before investing in our common stock. If any of the following risks occur, our business, operating results and financial condition could be seriously harmed.
Going Concern
We incurred a net loss of $28,580,000 for the period from inception on March 23, 2003 to March 31, 2008, and we are not presently generating any revenue. Furthermore, we have used $45,167,000 during this period to fund our operations and mineral acquisitions program. At March 31, 2008, we had a significant working capital deficiency. Our future is dependent upon our ability to obtain additional financing and upon future acquisition, exploration and development of profitable operations from our mineral properties. We plan to continue to seek additional financing in private and/or public equity offerings to secure funding for our operations. Our estimate of financing requirements in fiscal 2008 is approximately $100,000,000 ($35,000,000 for the acquisition of Mineros, $25,00,000 for remaining exploration of Zona Alta, $15,000,000 related to the acquisition of Zona Alta, $15,000,000 related to the acquisition of Colombia Gold, and $25,000,000 related to additional dri lling and working capital requirements).
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As at April 30, 2008 our cash resources are less than $1,000,000 and we will need to raise additional debt or equity financing during the second quarter of fiscal 2008 to continue to execute our business plans. We currently do not have any arrangements for additional financing. There can be no assurance that such additional financing will be available to us on acceptable terms, or at all. These factors, among others, raise substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. Our financial statements do not include any adjustment to reflect the possible future effect on the recoverability and classification of the assets or the amounts and classification of liabilities that may result should we cease to continue as a going concern.
Limited Operating History
We have a very limited operating history upon which an evaluation of our future success or failure can be made. It was only recently that we took steps in a plan to engage in the acquisition of interests in exploration and development properties in Western Colombia, and it is premature to evaluate the likelihood that we will be able to operate our business successfully. To date, we have been involved primarily in the acquisition of property interests and mining rights in Western Colombia. We have not earned any revenues from our current operations.
Title Risk
We do not maintain insurance against title. Title on mineral properties and mining rights involves certain inherent risks due to the difficulties of determining the validity of certain claims as well as the potential for problems arising from the frequently ambiguous conveyance history of many mining properties. Currently, we are in the process of investigating the title of mineral concessions for which we hold either directly or through our equity interest in our Colombian subsidiaries. We cannot give any assurance that title to properties we acquired individually or through historical share acquisitions will not be challenged or impugned and cannot be certain that we will have or acquire valid title to these mining properties. For example, there is a risk that the Colombian government may in the future grant additional titles in excess of the Company's expectations to currently illegal miners. Furthermore, although the Company believes that mechanisms exist to integrat e the titles of legal mineral properties currently not owned by the Company, there is a risk that this process could be time consuming and costly. As the Company begins the processes of integration, the costs of acquiring the remaining properties and associated surface rights could rise significantly or become cost prohibitive. Furthermore, the risk exists that one or more of the remaining titleholders could delay the integration process through administrative avenues. The possibility also exists that title to existing properties or future prospective properties may be lost due to an omission in the claim of title. As a result, any claims against us may result in liabilities or costs we will not be able to afford or significant delays resulting in the failure of our business.
Town Relocation Risk
Our business plan includes the relocation the town of Marmato from its current location on the Marmato Mountain to a safer location. While we are currently working with city, state, and federal governments to facilitate this relocation, we are subject to the risk of political, economic, or social circumstances that could delay our ability to complete the town relocation. If we are unable to complete the town relocation, our ability to advance our Marmato project could be impaired.
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Political and Economic Uncertainties
Our property interests and proposed exploration activities in Western Colombia are subject to political, economic and other uncertainties, including the risk of expropriation, nationalization, renegotiation or nullification of existing contracts, mining licenses and permits or other agreements, changes in laws or taxation policies, currency exchange restrictions, and fluctuations changing political conditions and international monetary fluctuations. Future government actions concerning the economy, taxation, or the operation and regulation of nationally important facilities such as mines, could have a significant effect on us. Any changes in regulations or shifts in political attitudes are beyond our control and may adversely affect our business. Exploration may be affected in varying degrees by government regulations with respect to restrictions on future exploitation and production, price controls, export controls, foreign exchange controls, income and/or mining taxes, expropriation of property, environmental legislation and mine and/or site safety. No assurances can be given that our plans and operations will not be adversely affected by future developments in Colombia. Colombia is home to South America's largest and longest running insurgency. Any changes in regulations or shifts in political attitudes are beyond the control of the Company and may adversely affect our business.
Government Regulation and Environmental Risks
Our operations are subject to Colombian and local laws and regulations regarding environmental matters, the abstraction of water, and the discharge of mining wastes and materials. Any changes in these laws could affect our operations and economics. Environmental laws and regulations change frequently, and the implementation of new, or the modification of existing, laws or regulations could harm us. We cannot predict how agencies or courts in Colombia will interpret existing laws and regulations or the effect these adoptions and interpretations may have on our business or financial condition. We may be required to make significant expenditures to comply with governmental laws and regulations.
Any significant mining operations will have some environmental impact, including land and habitat impact, arising from the use of land for mining and related activities, and certain impact on water resources near the project sites, resulting from water use, rock disposal and drainage run-off. No assurances can be given that such environmental issues will not have a material adverse effect on our operations in the future. While we believe we do not currently have any material environmental obligations, exploration activities may give rise in the future to significant liabilities on our part to the government and third parties and may require us to incur substantial costs of remediation.
Additionally, we do not maintain insurance against environmental risks. As a result, any claims against us may result in liabilities we will not be able to afford resulting in the failure of our business. Failure to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and permitting requirements may result in enforcement actions, 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. Parties engaged in exploration operations may be required to compensate those suffering loss or damage by reason of the exploration activities and may have civil or criminal fines or penalties imposed for violations of applicable laws or regulations and, in particular, environmental laws.
Amendments to current laws, regulations and permits governing operations and activities of exploration companies, or more stringent implementation thereof, could have a material adverse impact on the Company and cause increases in expenditures and costs, or require abandonment or delays in developing new mining properties.
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Competition
The mineral exploration business is highly competitive. Many of our competitors have greater financial resources than we do. As a result, we may experience difficulty competing with other businesses when conducting mineral exploration activities or in the retention of qualified personnel. No assurances can be given that we will be able to compete effectively.
Commodity Fluctuations
The availability of markets and the volatility of market prices are beyond our control and represent a significant risk. Even if commercially viable deposits of gold are found to exist on our property interests, a ready market may not exist for the sale of the reserves. Numerous factors beyond our control may affect the marketability of any substances discovered. These factors include market fluctuations, the proximity and capacity of markets and processing equipment, government regulations, including regulations relating to prices, taxes, royalties, land tenure, land use, importing and exporting of minerals and environmental protection. These factors could inhibit our ability to sell gold in the event that commercially viable deposits are found to exist.
Production Risks
We have limited prior experience in placing mineral properties into production and our ability to do so will be dependent upon us using the services of appropriately experienced personnel or entering into agreements with other major resource companies that can provide such expertise. There can be no assurance that we will have available to us the necessary expertise when and if we place our resource properties into production.
Dependence on Key Management
The ability to identify, negotiate and consummate transactions that will benefit us is dependent upon the efforts of our management team. The loss of the services of any member of management could have a material adverse effect on us. Our planned future drilling activities may require significant investment in additional personnel and capital equipment. Given the current shortage of equipment and experienced personnel within the mining industry, there can be no assurance that we will be able to acquire the necessary resources to successfully implement our business plan. We have historically experienced, and continue to experience, significant delays in recovering quality assay and verified assay results from our third-party analytical laboratories. The delays stem from issues with our third-party lab's quality control systems, as we have implemented a rigorous in-house quality control program that our external labs have experienced difficulty meeting. W hile we believe our current QC programs to be comprehensive due to our, and the industry in general, reliance on third-party labs to complete resource estimates, there can be no assurance that we will be able to complete and update our resource estimates on a timely basis.
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Dependence on a Single Exploration Region
The Company is currently dependent upon one principal mineral exploration region, that being the Marmato Mountain Gold District in Colombia. The Marmato Mountain Gold District may never develop into commercially viable ore bodies, which would have a materially adverse affect on the Company's potential mineral resource production, profitability, financial performance and results of operations.
Exploration and Mining Risks
The business of exploring for and mining of minerals involves a high degree of risk. Only a small proportion of the properties that are explored are ultimately developed into producing mines. At present, none of our properties have proven or probable reserves and the proposed programs are an exploratory search for proven or probable reserves. The mining areas presently being assessed by us may not contain economically recoverable volumes of minerals or metals. Our operations may be disrupted by a variety of risks and hazards which are beyond our control, including fires, power outages, labor disruptions, flooding, explosions, cave-ins, land slides and the inability to obtain suitable or adequate machinery, equipment or labor and other risks involved in the operation of mines and the conduct of exploration programs. We have relied and may continue to rely upon consultants and others for operating expertise. Should economically recoverable volumes of minerals or meta l be found, substantial expenditures will be required to establish reserves through drilling, to develop metallurgical processes, and to develop the mining and processing facilities and infrastructure at any site chosen for mining. Although substantial benefits may be derived from the discovery of a major mineralized deposit, no assurance can be given that minerals will be discovered in sufficient quantities or having sufficient grade to justify commercial operations or that funds required for development can be obtained on a timely basis. The economics of developing gold and other mineral properties are affected by many factors, including: the cost of operations, variations of the grade of ore mined, fluctuations in the price of gold or other minerals produced, costs of processing equipment, the government regulations, including regulations relating to royalties, allowable production, importing and exporting of minerals and environmental protection. In addition, the grade of mineralization ultimately mined may differ from that indicated by drilling results and such differences could be material. Short term factors, such as the need for orderly development of ore bodies or the processing of new or different grades, may have an adverse effect on mining operations and on our results of operations. There can be no assurance that minerals recovered in small scale laboratory tests will be duplicated in large scale tests under on-site conditions or in production scale operations. Material changes in geological resources, grades, stripping ratios or recovery rates may affect the economic viability of projects. Depending on the price of gold or other minerals produced, which have fluctuated widely in the past, we may determine that it is impractical to commence or continue commercial production.
Risks Inherent in Estimating Mineral Reserves and Production
No assurance can be given that any proven or probable reserves will be discovered or that any particular level of recovery of minerals will in fact be realized or that any identified reserves will ever qualify as a commercially mineable (or viable) deposit which can be legally and economically exploited. In addition, the grade of mineralization which may ultimately be mined may differ from that indicated by drilling results and such differences could be material. Production can be affected by such factors as permitting regulations and requirements, weather, environmental factors, unforeseen technical difficulties, unusual or unexpected geological formations and work interruptions.
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Conflicts of Interest
The Company's directors and officers may serve as directors or officers of other companies or have significant shareholdings in other resource companies and, to the extent that such other companies may participate in ventures in which the Company may participate, the directors of the Company may have a conflict of interest in negotiating and concluding terms respecting the extent of such participation. In the event that such a conflict of interest arises at a meeting of the Company's directors, a director who has such a conflict will abstain from voting for or against the approval of such participation or such terms. In accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, the directors of the Company are required to act honestly, in good faith and in the best interests of the Company. In determining whether or not the Company will participate in a particular program and the interest therein to be acquired by it, the directors will primarily consider the degree of risk to w hich the Company may be exposed and its financial position at that time.
Repatriation of Earnings
There are currently no restrictions on the repatriation from Colombia of earnings to foreign entities. However, there can be no assurance that restrictions on repatriations of earnings from Colombia will not be imposed in the future.
Currency Fluctuations
The Company's operations in Colombia make it subject to foreign currency fluctuations and such fluctuations may materially affect the Company's financial position and results. We report our financial results in U.S. dollars and incur expenses in U.S. dollars, Canadian dollars, and Colombian pesos. As the exchange rate between the Canadian dollar and Colombian peso fluctuates against the U.S. dollar, we will experience foreign exchange gains and losses, both realized and unrealized, and such gains and losses may be significant. We do not hedge any of our foreign currency exposure.
Enforcement of Civil Liabilities
Substantially all the assets of the Company are located outside of the Unites States, and certain of the directors and officers of the Company are resident outside of the United States. As a result, it may be difficult or impossible to enforce judgments granted by a court in the United States against the assets of the Company or the directors and officers of the Company residing outside of the United States.
Internal Controls
Effective internal controls are necessary for us to provide reliable financials reports and effectively prevent fraud. If we cannot provide reliable financial reports or prevent fraud, our operating results could be harmed. We have in the past discovered, and may in the future discover, areas of our internal controls that need improvement. Any failure to implement required new or improved controls, or difficulties encountered in their implementation, could harm our operating results or cause us to fail to meet our reporting obligations. Inferior internal controls could also cause investors to lose confidence in our reported financial information, which could have a negative effect on the trading price of our stock.
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Sarbanes Oxley
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 was enacted in the United States in response to public concerns regarding corporate accountability in connection with recent accounting scandals. The stated goals of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act are to increase corporate responsibility, to provide for enhanced penalties for accounting and auditing improprieties at publicly traded companies, and to protect investors by improving the accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures pursuant to the securities laws. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act generally applies to all companies that file or are required to file periodic reports with the SEC, under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. As a public company, we are required to comply with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. The enactment of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 has resulted in a series of rules and regulations by the SEC that increase responsibilities and liabilities of directors and executive officers. The perceived increased personal risk associated with the se recent changes may deter qualified individuals from accepting these roles. As a result, it may be more difficult for us to attract and retain qualified persons to serve on our board of directors or as executive officers. Sarbanes Oxley 404 compliance, is a costly and time-consuming process and there can be no assurance that we will continue to be compliant. We have limited internal and external resources to devote to maintaining SOX 404 compliance and there can be no assurance that we can maintain compliance. We continue to evaluate and monitor developments with respect to these rules, and we cannot predict or estimate the amount of additional costs we may incur or the timing of such costs.
Completion of Mineros and Colombia Gold Transactions
As described earlier in this MD&A, the Company is in the process of closing both the Mineros and Colombia Gold acquisitions. There can be no assurance that either of these transactions will be completed, as significant regulatory, due diligence, and legal matters are outstanding. Furthermore, one or more of these transactions may be subject to shareholder approval. There can be no assurance that we will have the financial and management resources to complete these transactions.
Recently Issued Accounting Standards
In September, 2006 the FASB issued FAS 157 Fair Value Measurements that provides enhanced guidance for using fair value to measure assets and liabilities. FAS 157 applies whenever U.S. GAAP requires or permits measurement of assets or liabilities at fair value. FAS 157 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007 (partially deferred for certain non financial assets and liabilities). The adoption of FAS 157 had no impact on the Company's financial statements.
In February 2007 the FASB issued FAS 159 The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities. FAS 159 offers an irrevocable option to carry eligible financial assets and liabilities at fair value, with the election to be made on an instrument by instrument basis, with changes in fair value recorded in earnings. FAS 159 is expected to expand the use of fair value measurement for many companies, which is consistent with the FASB's long-term measurement objectives for accounting for financial instruments. FAS 159 is effective as of an entity's first fiscal year that begins after November 15, 2007 and is applied prospectively. The adoption of FAS 159 had no impact on the Company's financial statements.
In December 2007, the FASB issued FAS 141(R), Business Combinations, which will replace FAS 141 prospectively effective for business combinations consummated in the first period commencing after December 15, 2008. Early adoption is not permitted. Under FAS 141(R), business acquisitions will be accounted for under the acquisition method, compared to the purchase method mandated by FAS 141.
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In December 2007, the FASB issued FAS 160 Non-Controlling Interests in Consolidated Financial Statements which is effective for periods beginning after December 15, 2008. Under FAS 160, non-controlling interests are measured at 100% of the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Under current standards, the non-controlling interest is measured at book value. For presentation and disclosure purposes, non-controlling interests will be classified as a separate component of shareholders' equity. In addition, FAS 160 will change the manner in which increases/decreases in ownership percentages are accounted for. Changes in ownership percentages will be recorded as equity transactions and no gain or loss will be recognized as long as the parent retains control of the subsidiary. When a parent company deconsolidates a subsidiary but retains a non-controlling interest, the non-controlling interest is re-measured at fair value on the date control is lost and a gain or loss is recognized at that time. Finally, under FAS 160, accumulated losses attributable to the non-controlling interests are no longer limited to the original carrying amount, and therefore non-controlling interests could have a negative carrying balance. The provisions of FAS 160 are to be applied prospectively with the exception of the presentation and disclosure, which are to be applied for al prior periods presented in the financial statements. Early adoption is not permitted.
Share Data
At March 31, 2008, we had 92,932,486 common shares outstanding. In addition, we had outstanding:
i)
6,040,000 stock options, each of which is exercisable into one common share; and
ii)
24,053,149 common share purchase warrants, each of which is exercisable into one common share.
First Quarter Fiscal 2008 Exploration Activities and Outlook
Marmato Properties
We have been working on the Marmato Mountain Development Project since 2005. The main focus of work since then has been to negotiate the purchase of numerous small mines that compromise the Zona Alta portion of the mountain. In the first quarter of 2008 we continued technical studies started in 2007 to carry out a scoping study scheduled for completion in the second quarter of 2008 and a pre-feasibility study scheduled for fiscal 2009.
Drilling and Underground Sampling
Our initial exploration program comprised 8,000 meters of diamond drilling plus a comprehensive program of channel sampling of underground mines. This was completed in 2007. The objective in 2008 is to drill a cumulative total of 60,000 meters, including that which was drilled in 2007.
By the end of first quarter of 2008, a total of 18,780 meters of diamond drilling had been completed in 107 holes.
As at March 31, 2008, we had four diamond drill rigs in operation. These comprise three portable diamond drills which we own, and one drill supplied by a third-party contractor. We have contracted nine diamond drill rigs from third-party contractors which are due to arrive in the second quarter of fiscal 2008. Four of the new rigs have arrived at Marmato, resulting in eight rigs currently in operation.
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The underground channel sampling program at Marmato continued during the first quarter of 2008. The program comprises continuous saw-cut channel samples from all cross-cuts, mine faces and at regular intervals along the backs in the numerous artisanal mines in the Zona Alta. This is being carried out in conjunction with detailed surveying of the mine portals by differential global positioning system instruments and detailed surveying of the underground mines by total station survey instruments. This will enable a three-dimensional model of the mines and veins to be constructed. A program of mine maintenance and rehabilitation is also being carried out for access for surveying and sampling. In addition, we also carried out research into historical gold production at Marmato.
Resource Estimate
We have contracted Micon International Limited of Toronto, Ontario to carry out a resource estimate of the Zona Alta of Marmato based on our new drilling and underground sampling results, with completion targeted for the second quarter of 2008.
Metallurgy
SGS Lakefield Research Limited (SGS) of Lakefield, Ontario has been contracted by us to carry out preliminary scoping metallurgy test work to develop a process flow sheet for our Scoping Study. Work continued through the first quarter of 2008. The report was received in April, 2008, a summary of which was disclosed in our press release of April 18, 2008.
Geotechnical Studies
Golder Associates Ltd. (Golder) of Mississagua, Ontario has been contracted by us to carry out geotechnical data collection and interpretation for open pit design, to make a preliminary selection and evaluation of sites for waste rock and tailings disposal, and to carry out preliminary heap leach pad design. This will form part of the Scoping Study. Geotechnical logs are being made of the drill core by our geologists and Golder are using this and other data to carry out data analysis and pit slope determination at a scoping study level. These studies continued during the first quarter of 2008.
Environmental Studies
An Environmental Baseline Study was completed in 2007 by LHC Consultores Ambientales (LHC) of Colombia. This study gives a full year of environmental data for incorporation into the Scoping Study. The study will form the basis for our future environmental permits and our Social and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). We believe that we have no current environmental liability for past practices of others and we have received approval for drilling from Corpocaldas under an approved Environmental Management Plan. Nevertheless, we intend to meet or exceed modern global standards of environmental stewardship in the preparation of the Baseline study and subsequent EIS.
Knight Piesold of Denver, Colorado have been contracted to carry out validation of environmental data collection and management, and a social impact study, including independent supervision of the baseline study being carried out by LHC. SGS has been contracted by us to carry out a preliminary and rock drainage study (ARD) on tailings and waste rock. Collection of environmental data is continuing in 2008 to give a second year of baseline data.
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Scoping Study
We have contracted Micon International Limited of Toronto, Ontario to carry out a Scoping Study and preliminary evaluation assessment of Marmato, with completion targeted for the second quarter of 2008.
Caramanta Properties
We currently control 19,060 hectares (191 square kilometers) of exploration licenses in the Caramanta Exploration Project. This includes five new and distinctive gold targets that we defined by surface exploration and sampling in 2007. These show that a cluster of gold targets surrounds the Marmato Mountain Development Project and form a 12 km-diameter gold district. These five targets are named Oro Fino, El Salto, Pácora, Campana, and San Bartolome. Our objective is to acquire additional licenses to consolidate the district and to carry out initial drill testing of these targets in 2008. We believe that there is good potential for discovery of additional gold deposits in the Caramanta Exploration Region in a cluster of targets surrounding our core Marmato Mountain Development Project.
Additional surface sampling and geological mapping was carried out in the first quarter of 2008. A helicopter-borne magnetic and radiometric survey was started in the fourth quarter of 2007, and was completed in April 2008 following a delay for equipment repair. The results are expected in May 2008. The results of these programs will be used to define drill targets.
A portable diamond drill rig has been contracted from a third party contractor and is due to arrive in the second quarter of 2008 to start a program of preliminary drill evaluation of the five targets identified on the Caramanta project. None of these targets has been drilled before. The program will consist of 2,000 meters of drilling on each of the targets for a total of 10,000 meters.
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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure About Market
Risk As a smaller reporting company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of
the Exchange Act), we are not required to provide the information called for by
this Item 3. Item 4. Controls and Procedures Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Our management, with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) as of the end of the period covered by this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Based upon that evaluation, such officers have concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures are effective as of the end of such period.
Changes in internal control over financial reporting
There have been no changes during the period covered by this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q in our internal control over financial reporting that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
Limitations on the effectiveness of controls and procedures
Our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, does not expect that our controls and procedures will prevent all potential error and fraud. A control system, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met.
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PART II - OTHER INFORMATION Item 1. Legal Proceedings We are not a party to any pending legal proceeding. We are not aware of any
pending legal proceeding to which any of our officers, directors, or any
beneficial holders of 5% or more of our voting securities are adverse to us or
have a material interest adverse to us. Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and
Use of Proceeds
The information set forth below relates to our issuances of securities without registration under the Securities Act during the reporting period which were not previously included in a Current Report on Form 8-K.
On March 3, 2008, we issued 250,000 options to purchase our common stock to an employee.
On March 19, 2008, we issued 50,000 options to purchase our common stock to a director.
Item 3. Defaults upon Senior Securities
None
Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
None.
Item 5. Other Information
None.
Item 6. Exhibits
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SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to
be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized. Colombia Goldfields Ltd. By: /s/ J.
Randall Martin
By: /s/ James Kopperson
J. Randall Martin
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Vice Chairman
Date: May 9, 2008
James Kopperson
Title: Chief Financial Officer
Date: May 9, 2008
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EXHIBIT 31.1
CERTIFICATIONS
I, J. Randall Martin, certify that;
(1)
I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Colombia Goldfields Ltd.;
(2)
Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
(3)
Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
(4)
The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:
a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
b)
Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
d)
Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and
(5)
The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of the internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a)
All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
b)
Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.
Date: May 9, 2008
/s/
J. Randall Martin
By: J. Randall Martin
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Vice Chairman
EXHIBIT 31.2
CERTIFICATIONS
I, James Kopperson, certify that;
(1)
I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Colombia Goldfields Ltd.;
(2)
Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
(3)
Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
(4)
The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:
a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
b)
Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
d)
Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and
(5)
The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of the internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a)
All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
b)
Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.
Date: May 9, 2008
/s/ James Kopperson
By: James Kopperson
Title: Chief Financial Officer
EXHIBIT 32.1
CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
In connection with the accompanying quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Colombia Goldfields Ltd. for the quarter ended March 31, 2008, I certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, to my knowledge, that:
(1)
the quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Colombia Goldfields Ltd. for the quarter ended March 31, 2008 fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and
(2)
the information contained in the quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2008, fairly presents in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of Colombia Goldfields Ltd..
By:
/s/
J. Randall Martin
Name: J. Randall Martin
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Vice Chairman
Date: May 9, 2008
EXHIBIT 32.2
CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
In connection with the accompanying quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Colombia Goldfields Ltd. for the quarter ended March 31, 2008, I certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, to my knowledge, that:
(1)
the quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Colombia Goldfields Ltd. for the quarter ended March 31, 2008 fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and
(2)
the information contained in the quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2008, fairly presents in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of Colombia Goldfields Ltd..
By:
/s/ James Kopperson
Name: James Kopperson
Title: Chief Financial Officer
Date: May 9, 2008