Nova Royalty Corp. announced the addition of Douglas Silver as an independent director of the Company's Board of Directors, effective immediately. Douglas Silver has over 40 years of experience as an active professional in the metals and mining industry.

He has been an exploration geologist, management consultant, mineral appraiser, M&A advisor, investor relations expert, and mine financier. Mr. Silver was a founder, CEO and Chairman of International Royalty Corporation and participated in building the world's largest mining private equity firm as a portfolio manager. Through his work with the University of Arizona's colleges of Engineering and Science and the Lowell Institute for Mineral Resources, Mr. Silver's mentorship and support of education have contributed to the careers of countless mining industry professionals.

Advocacy for women's involvement at all levels of the mining industry is of particular importance for Mr. Silver, who has supported the advancement of women's rights and education in mining throughout his career. He is a member of the U.S. National Mining Hall of Fame and will be inducted into the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame in May 2023, making him one of only three people to hold both honours.