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Note 12 - Subsequent events (Additional Information) (Details) - Nov. 01, 2023 - Subsequent Event [Member] - Dolly Varden Silver Corporation [Member] $ in Millions | USD ($) | CAD ($)
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Subsequent Event [Line Items] |  |
Common stock value | $ 15,384,616 |
Total Implied Value | $ 7,300,000 |
Canada |  |
Subsequent Event [Line Items] |  |
Common stock value |  | $ 10

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