My thoughts are the following;

The so called "mountain of gold", known in other cirles as a granite obtrusive with high grade narrow veins suitable for informale mining, was a hard case to prove, being so remote, and easier to defend as a result. Particularly when the CEo is accused of "hiding the gold".

The opportunity that was missed was looking at the B.C. licence flipping, much nearer to home and proper records exist held by the Cnadian authorities. Had that avenue been explored, it would have been harder to defend, IMO.

Is it too late for that to be brought forward? Are there any time limitations in Canada?