Forward-Looking Statements

This report on Form 10-Q contains certain forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact are "forward-looking statements" for purposes of these provisions, including any projections of earnings, revenues, or other financial items; any statements of the plans, strategies, and objectives of management for future operation; any statements concerning proposed new products, services, or developments; any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance; statements of belief; and any statement of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Such forward-looking statements are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially from those anticipated by the forward-looking statements.

These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, the following: competition, promotional costs and the risk of declining revenues. Our actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this filing, and we assume no obligation to update such forward-looking statements. The following discusses our financial condition and results of operations based upon our unaudited financial statements which have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. It should be read in conjunction with our financial statements and the notes thereto included elsewhere herein.

Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States, we do not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements to conform these statements to actual results.

As used in this quarterly report, the terms "we", "us", "our" and "our company" mean Northern Minerals & Exploration Ltd., unless otherwise indicated.

General Overview

We are an emerging natural resource company operating in oil and gas production in central Texas and exploration for gold and silver in northern Nevada.

Current Business

Refer to NOTE 4 and NOTE 5 for property information.

Results of Operations

Results of Operations for the Three Months Ended January 31, 2021 and 2020

Revenue

Revenues of oil and gas for the three months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020 were $400 and $148, respectively, an increase of $252. Revenues are earned primarily from the J.E. Richey Lease from the sale of oil and gas and are recorded net of any distributions paid. The decrease in revenue is due to lower production as well as lower oil and gas prices.

Officer compensation Officer compensation was $6,600 and $0 for the three months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. We began to incur monthly compensation expense for our new CFO in April 2020 and no compensation has been accrued or paid to the CEO in either period.




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Consulting

Consulting fees were $8,000 and $0 for the three months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. When needed the Company hires experts in the mining, oil and gas industries to assist with its current projects.

Consulting - related party Consulting - related party services were $15,000 and $15,000 for the three months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Fees of $5,000 per month are paid to Noel Schaefer, Director, but are recorded as consulting fees.

Professional fees Professional fees were $6,250 and $6,270 for the three months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively, a decrease of $20. Professional fees generally consist of legal, audit and accounting expense. The increase can primarily be attributed to an increase in audit fees billed during the period.

Mineral property expenditures Mineral property expenditures were $0 and $12,036 for the three months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively, a decrease of $12,036. The decrease in in the current period can be attributed to a decrease in expenditures while the Company pursues additional funding.

General and administrative General and administrative expense was $7,064 and $3,974 for the three months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively, an increase of $3,090 or 77.7%. The increase can be attributed to an increase in our transfer agent fees for the period.

Interest expense During the three months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020 we had interest expense of $3,979 and $3,979, respectively.

Other income During the three months ended January 31, 2021, we recognized a gain on the forgiveness of debt of $23,616.

Net Loss For the three months ended January 31, 2021, we had a net loss of $22,877 as compared to a net loss of $41,111 for the three months ended January 31, 2020.

Results of Operations for the Six Months Ended January 31, 2021 and 2020

Revenue

Revenues of oil and gas for the six months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020 were $400 and $1,379, respectively, a decrease of $979 or 70.9%. Revenues are earned primarily from the J.E. Richey Lease from the sale of oil and gas and are recorded net of any distributions paid. The decrease in revenue is due to lower production as well as lower oil and gas prices.

Officer compensation Officer compensation was $13,200 and $0 for the six months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. We began to incur monthly compensation expense for our new CFO in April 2020 and no compensation has been accrued or paid to the CEO in either period.




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Consulting

Consulting fees were $8,000 and $0 for the six months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. When needed the Company hires experts in the mining, oil and gas industries to assist with its current projects.

Consulting - related party Consulting - related party services were $30,000 and $30,000 for the six months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Fees of $5,000 per month are paid to Noel Schaefer, Director, but are recorded as consulting fees.

Professional fees Professional fees were $39,750 and $23,930 for the six months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively, an increase of $15,820 or 66.1%. Professional fees generally consist of legal, audit and accounting expense. The increase can primarily be attributed to an increase in audit fees billed during the period.

Mineral property expenditures Mineral property expenditures were $1,000 and $27,169 for the six months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively, a decrease of $26,169. The decrease in in the current period can be attributed to a decrease in expenditures while the Company pursues additional funding.

General and administrative General and administrative expense was $12,185 and $9,088 for the six months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively, an increase of $3,097 or 34%. The increase can be attributed to an increase in our transfer agent fees for the period.

Interest expense During the six months ended January 31, 2021 and 2020 we had interest expense of $7,958 and $6,870, respectively, an increase of $1,088 or 15.8%. The increase is due to newly acquired loans in the later part of fiscal year 2020.

Other income During the six months ended January 31, 2021, we had other income of $25,000, that was received as a onetime payment pursuant to the terms of a joint venture agreement that we entered into. We also recognized a gain on the forgiveness of debt of $23,616.

Net Loss For the six months ended January 31, 2021, we had a net loss of $63,077 as compared to a net loss of $95,678 for the six months ended January 31, 2020.

Liquidity and Financial Condition

Operating Activities Cash used by operating activities was $109,170 for the six months ended January 31, 2021. Cash used for operating activities was $108,840 for the six months ended January 31, 2020.

Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities was $125,000 for the six months ended January 31, 2021. We received $130,000 from the sale of our common stock, which was offset by a $5,000 repayment on one of our loans payable. Net cash provided by financing activities was $95,022 for the six months ended January 31, 2020. In the prior period we received $22 from a related party, $75,000 from other loans and sold common stock from cash proceeds of $20,000.




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We had the following loans outstanding as of January 31, 2021:

On August 22, 2013 the Company entered into a $50,000 Convertible Loan Agreement with an un-related party. The Loan and interest are convertible into Units at $0.08 per Unit with each Unit consisting of one common share of the Company and ½ warrant with each full warrant exercisable for one year to purchase one common share at $0.30 per share. On July 10, 2014, a further $35,000 was received from the same unrelated party under the same terms. On July 31, 2018, this Note was amended whereby the principal and interest are now convertible into Units at $0.04 per Unit with each Unit consisting of one common share of the Company and ½ warrant with each full warrant exercisable for one year to purchase one common share at $0.08 per share. The Loan shall bear interest at the rate of Eight Percent (8%) per annum and matures on March 26, 2020. As of January 31, 2021, there is $85,000 and $53,466 of principal and accrued interest, respectively, due on this loan. This note is currently in default.

On October 20, 2017, the Company executed a convertible promissory note for $25,000 with a third party. The note accrues interest at 6%, matures in two years and is convertible into shares of common stock at maturity, at a minimum of $0.10 per share, at the option of the holder. As of January 31, 2021 there is $5,013 of accrued interest due on this loan. This note is currently in default.

On April 16, 2017, the Company executed a promissory note for $15,000 with a third party. The note matures in two years and interest is set at $3,000 for the full two years. As of January 31, 2021, there is $15,000 and $4,125 of principal and accrued interest, respectively, due on this loan.

On June 11, 2020, a third party loaned the Company $14,000. On September 9, 2020, the Company repaid $5,000 on this loan. The loan is unsecured, non-interest bearing and due on demand.

As of January 31, 2021, the Company owed $5,000 to a third party. The loan is unsecured, non-interest bearing and due on demand.

During the year ended July 31, 2020, a third party loaned the Company $15,000. The loan is unsecured, bears interest at 8% per annum and matures on September 1, 2021. As of January 31, 2021, there is $1,627 of interest accrued on this note. .

During the year ended July 31, 2020, a third party loaned the Company $60,000. The loan is unsecured, bears interest at 8% per annum and matures on September 1, 2021. As of January 31, 2021, there is $6,325 of interest accrued on this note.

We will require additional funds to fund our budgeted expenses over the next twelve months. These funds may be raised through equity financing, debt financing, or other sources, which may result in further dilution in the equity ownership of our shares. There is still no assurance that we will be able to maintain operations at a level sufficient for an investor to obtain a return on his investment in our common stock. Further, we may continue to be unprofitable. We need to raise additional funds in the immediate future in order to proceed with our budgeted expenses.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

We have no off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources that is material to stockholders.




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Critical Accounting Policies

Refer to Note 2 of our financial statements contained elsewhere in this Form 10-Q for a summary of our critical accounting policies and recently adopting and issued accounting standards.

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