New You, Inc. - Quarter Report: 2008 August (Form 10-Q)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C.
20549
FORM 10-Q
(Mark One)
[ X ] QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended August 31, 2008
[ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from ________to ________
COMMISSION FILE NUMBER 000-50930
NOVA MINING
CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its
charter)
NEVADA | None |
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or | (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) |
organization) | |
322 Brightwater Crescent | |
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada | S7J 5H9 |
(Address of principal executive offices) | (Zip code) |
(306) 373-9092
(Registrant's telephone number,
including area code)
1189 Howe Street, Suite 1504
Vancouver, British Columbia,
Canada V6Z 2X4
Former Tel: (604) 542-9458
(Former name, former
address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
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. Yes [X] No [ ]
Indicate 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.
Large accelerated filer [ ] | Accelerated filer [ ] |
Non-accelerated filer [ ] (Do not check if a smaller reporting company) | Smaller reporting company [X] |
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes [X] No [ ]
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer's classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date: As of October 8, 2008, the Issuer had 6,000,000 shares of common stock issued and outstanding.
PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. | FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. |
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Nova Mining Corporation |
(An Exploration Stage Company) |
(Unaudited) |
August 31, 2008 |
Index | |
Balance Sheets | F2 |
Statements of Expenses | F3 |
Statements of Cash Flows | F4 |
Notes to the Financial Statements | F5 |
Nova Mining Corporation |
(An Exploration Stage Company) |
Balance Sheets |
(Unaudited) |
August 31, | February 29, | |||||
2008 | 2008 | |||||
ASSETS | ||||||
Current Assets | ||||||
Cash | $ | 11,178 | $ | 20,326 | ||
Prepaid expenses | 5,000 | 5,000 | ||||
Loan receivable | 50,000 | - | ||||
Total Assets | $ | 66,178 | $ | 25,326 | ||
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY (DEFICIT) | ||||||
Current Liabilities | ||||||
Accounts payable | $ | 946 | $ | 945 | ||
Accrued liabilities | 8,925 | 8,925 | ||||
Loan from related party | 100,000 | - | ||||
Total Liabilities | 109,871 | 9,870 | ||||
Stockholders Equity (Deficit) | ||||||
Common Stock, 100,000,000 shares authorized, $0.00001 par value | ||||||
6,000,000 shares issued and outstanding | 60 | 60 | ||||
Additional Paid-in Capital | 123,990 | 119,490 | ||||
Deficit Accumulated During the Exploration Stage | (167,743 | ) | (104,094 | ) | ||
Total Stockholders Equity (Deficit) | (43,693 | ) | 15,456 | |||
Total Liabilities and Stockholders Equity (Deficit) | $ | 66,178 | $ | 25,326 |
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Nova Mining Corporation |
(An Exploration Stage Company) |
Statements of Expenses |
(Unaudited) |
Accumulated from | |||||||||||||||
Three Months | Three Months | Six Months | Six Months | December 29, 2005 | |||||||||||
Ended | Ended | Ended | Ended | (Date of Inception) | |||||||||||
August 31, | August 31, | August 31, | August 31, | to August 31, | |||||||||||
2008 | 2007 | 2008 | 2007 | 2008 | |||||||||||
Expenses | |||||||||||||||
General and administrative | $ | 10,924 | $ | 3,285 | $ | 55,269 | $ | 11,569 | $ | 146,928 | |||||
Mining property costs | - | - | - | - | 8,073 | ||||||||||
Mining exploration expense | - | - | 8,380 | - | 12,742 | ||||||||||
Total Expenses | 10,924 | 3,285 | 63,649 | 11,569 | 167,743 | ||||||||||
Net Loss | |||||||||||||||
$ | (10,924 | ) | $ | (3,285 | ) | $ | (63,649 | ) | $ | (11,569 | ) | $ | (167,743 | ) | |
Net Loss Per Share Basic and | $ | (0.00 | ) | $ | (0.00 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | $ | (0.00 | ) | |||
Diluted | n/a | ||||||||||||||
Weighted Average Shares | 6,000,000 | 6,000,000 | 6,000,000 | 6,000,000 | |||||||||||
Outstanding | n/a |
F-3
Nova Mining Corporation |
(An Exploration Stage Company) |
Statements of Cash Flows |
(Unaudited) |
Accumulated from | |||||||||
Six Months | Six Months | December 29, 2005 | |||||||
Ended | Ended | (Date of Inception) | |||||||
August 31, | August 31, | to August 31, | |||||||
2008 | 2007 | 2008 | |||||||
Operating Activities | |||||||||
Net loss | $ | (63,649 | ) | $ | (11,569 | ) | $ | (167,743 | ) |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash | |||||||||
used in operating activities | |||||||||
Stock issued for general and administrative | |||||||||
expenses | - | - | 50 | ||||||
Donated consulting services and expenses | 4,500 | 4,500 | 24,000 | ||||||
Changes in operating assets and liabilities | |||||||||
Increase in prepaid expenses | - | - | (5,000 | ) | |||||
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable | 1 | 669 | 946 | ||||||
Increase in accrued liabilities | - | 1,200 | 8,925 | ||||||
Net Cash Used in Operating Activities | (59,148 | ) | (5,200 | ) | (138,822 | ) | |||
Investing Activities | |||||||||
Loan receivable | (50,000 | ) | - | (50,000 | ) | ||||
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities | (50,000 | ) | - | (50,000 | ) | ||||
Financing Activities | |||||||||
Proceeds from the issuance of common stock | - | - | 100,000 | ||||||
Proceeds from due to related parties | 100,000 | - | 100,000 | ||||||
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities | 100,000 | - | 200,000 | ||||||
Increase (Decrease) in Cash | (9,148 | ) | (5,200 | ) | 11,178 | ||||
Cash Beginning of Period | 20,326 | 58,730 | - | ||||||
Cash End of Period | $ | 11,178 | $ | 53,530 | $ | 11,178 | |||
Supplemental Disclosures: | |||||||||
Interest paid | $ | | $ | | $ | | |||
Income taxes paid | | | |
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Nova Mining Corporation |
(An Exploration Stage Company) |
Notes to the Financial Statements |
August 31, 2008 |
1. | Summary of Significant Accounting Policies |
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a) | Basis of Presentation |
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The accompanying unaudited interim financial statements of Nova have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America and the rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and should be read in conjunction with Novas audited 2008 annual financial statements and notes thereto contained in Novas Annual Report filed with the SEC on Form 10-K. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, necessary for a fair presentation of financial position and the results of operations for the interim periods presented have been reflected herein. The results of operations for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year. Notes to the financial statements, which would substantially duplicate the disclosure required in Novas fiscal 2008 financial statements have been omitted. |
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b) | Use of Estimates |
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The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. |
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2. | Going Concern |
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These financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which implies Nova will continue to realize its assets and discharge its liabilities in the normal course of business. Nova has never generated revenues since inception and is unlikely to generate earnings in the immediate or foreseeable future. The continuation of Nova as a going concern is dependent upon the continued financial support from its shareholders, the ability of Nova to obtain necessary equity financing to continue operations, and the attainment of profitable operations. As of August 31, 2008, Nova has accumulated losses since inception. These factors raise substantial doubt regarding Novas ability to continue as a going concern. These financial statements do not include any adjustments to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts and classification of liabilities that might be necessary should Nova be unable to continue as a going concern. |
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3. | Related Party Transactions |
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a) | During the quarter ended August 31, 2008 the Company recognized a total of $1,500 for donated services at $500 per month and $750 for donated rent at $250 per month provided by the President and Director of Nova. |
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b) | On April 7, 2008 and April 30, 2008, Nova Mining Corporation borrowed $50,000 (CAD) at each date from the majority shareholder. The loans are due on demand, unsecured and bear no interest. |
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4. | Loan Receivable |
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On April 29, 2008, Nova Mining Corporation loaned Salish Park Holdings Ltd. $50,000 (CAD). Under the terms of the Loan Agreement, Salish has agreed to pay interest to the Company at a rate of 10% per annum, and to repay the loan on or before April 28, 2009. Nova is considering acquiring Salish and the loan to Salish will be considered as part of the purchase price if the acquisition occurs. |
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ITEM 2. | MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATION. |
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements contained in this Quarterly Report constitute "forward-looking statements. These statements, identified by words such as plan, "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "should," "expect" and similar expressions include our expectations and objectives regarding our future financial position, operating results and business strategy. These statements reflect the current views of management with respect to future events and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements, or industry results, to be materially different from those described in the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include those set forth under the caption "Part II Item 1A. Risk Factors" and elsewhere in this Quarterly Report. We do not intend to update the forward-looking information to reflect actual results or changes in the factors affecting such forward-looking information. We advise you to carefully review the reports and documents, particularly our Annual Reports, Quarterly Reports and our Current Reports, we file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC).
As used in this Quarterly Report, the terms we, us, our, Nova, and the Company mean Nova Mining Corporation unless otherwise indicated. All dollar amounts in this Quarterly Report are expressed in U.S. dollars, unless otherwise indicated.
INTRODUCTION
We were incorporated on December 29, 2005 under the laws of the State of Nevada.
Until recently, we were engaged in the exploration of our mineral property, called the Columbia VI Claim, located in the Province of British Columbia, Canada. During our February 29, 2008 fiscal year, we completed Phase IA of our exploration program on the Columbia VI Claim, which included the placement of a control grid and the collection and analysis of soil and rock samples from the property. In our consulting geologists report on Phase IA, he recommended that we not proceed with any further exploration work on the Columbia VI Claim as the results of the soil and rock samples indicated minimal mineralization on the property. Based on the recommendations of our consulting geologist, we have decided to abandon our exploration program on the Columbia VI Claim and are currently evaluating alternative business opportunities.
Recent Corporate Developments
Effective September 12, 2008, Robert L. Thast resigned as our Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, President, Secretary, Treasurer, and from our Board of Directors. There were no disagreements between Mr. Thast and us regarding any matter relating to our operations, policies or practices.
Mr. Terry N. Williams, 59, was appointed to our Board of Directors and as our Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, President, Secretary, and Treasurer in place of Mr. Thast. For the past 20 years, Mr. Williams has owned and operated a variety of businesses. From 1984 to 1986, Mr. Williams managed 2 nursing homes, and was responsible for overseeing an operation employing 12 nurses. From 1986 to 1992, Mr. Williams owned and managed a retail appliances business, overseeing an operation involving 5 employees. Since 1984, Mr. Williams has also acted as a rental manager, and currently manages 3 properties located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and 4 properties
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in Quebec. Since 1992, Mr. Williams has also owned and operated a diesel repair business in Saskatoon, overseeing an operation involving 4 employees.
There is currently no compensatory arrangement with Mr. Williams for acting as our officer or director.
PLAN OF OPERATION
Based on the recommendations of our consulting geologist, we have decided to abandon our exploration program on the Columbia VI Project and are currently evaluating alternative business opportunities. As a result, we are unable to provide an estimate of our exact financial needs for the next twelve months. However, as at August 31, 2008, we had cash on hand of $11,178 and a working capital deficit of $43,693. As such, we anticipate that we will require substantial financing in the near future in order to meet our current obligations and to continue our operations. In addition, in the event that we are successful in identifying suitable alternative business opportunities, of which there is no assurance, we anticipate that we will need to obtain additional financing in order to pursue those opportunities.
Currently, we do not have any financing arrangements in place and there are no assurances that we will be able to obtain sufficient financing on terms acceptable to us, if at all.
Due to the lack of our operating history and our present inability to generate revenues, our auditors have stated in their audit report included in our audited financial statements for the year ended February 29, 2008 that there currently exists substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Six Months and Three Months Summary
Three Months Ended | Percentage | Six Months Ended | Percentage | |||||||||||||||
August 31 | Increase / | August 31 | Increase / | |||||||||||||||
2008 | 2007 | (Decrease) | 2008 | 2007 | (Decrease) | |||||||||||||
Revenue | $ | Nil | $ | Nil | n/a | $ | Nil | $ | Nil | n/a | ||||||||
Expenses | (10,924 | ) | (3,285 | ) | 232.5% | (63,649 | ) | (11,569 | ) | 450.2% | ||||||||
Net Loss | (10,924 | ) | $ | (3,285 | ) | 232.5% | (63,649 | ) | $ | (11,569 | ) | 450.2% |
Revenues
We did not earn any revenues during the six months ended August 31, 2008 and we do not anticipate earning revenues in the near future. We are an exploration stage company and presently have only nominal operations.
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Expenses
The major components of our expenses for the three and six months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007 are outlined in the table below:
Three Months Ended | Percentage | Six Months Ended | Percentage | |||||||||||||||
August 31 | Increase / | August 31 | Increase / | |||||||||||||||
2008 | 2007 | (Decrease) | 2008 | 2007 | (Decrease) | |||||||||||||
General and Administrative | $ | 10,924 | $ | 3,285 | 232.5% | $ | 55,269 | $ | 11,569 | 377.7% | ||||||||
Mining Property Costs | - | - | n/a | - | - | n/a | ||||||||||||
Mining Exploration | - | - | n/a | 8,380 | - | n/a | ||||||||||||
Expense | ||||||||||||||||||
Total Expenses | $ | 10,924 | $ | 3,285 | 232.5% | $ | 63,649 | $ | 11,569 | 450.2% |
Additional general and administrative expenses for the three months ended August 31, 2008 as compared to the three months ended August 31, 2007 relate primarily to $5,250 in consulting fees paid to a company owned by our former officer and director, Robert Thast. The consulting fees paid to Mr. Thasts company were for services provided in developing and investigating potential business opportunities.
General and administrative expenses decreased significantly from the three months ended May 31, 2008. Additional general and administrative expenses for the three months ended May 31, 2008 relate primarily to amounts spent on investigating and developing potential business opportunities, including $12,475 paid to a company owned by our former officer and director, Robert Thast.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Working Capital | |||||||||
Percentage | |||||||||
At August 31, 2008 | At February 29, 2008 | Increase / (Decrease) | |||||||
Current Assets | $ | 66,178 | $ | 25,326 | 161.3% | ||||
Current Liabilities | (109,871 | ) | (9,870 | ) | 1,013.2% | ||||
Working Capital Surplus (Deficit) | $ | (43,693 | ) | $ | 15,456 | (382.7% | ) |
Cash Flows | ||||||
Six Months Ended | Six Months Ended | |||||
August 31, 2008 | August 31, 2007 | |||||
Net Cash Used in Operating Activities | $ | (59,148 | ) | $ | (5,200 | ) |
Net Cash From Investing Activities | (50,000 | ) | - | |||
Net Cash Provided By Financing Activities | 100,000 | - | ||||
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash During Period | $ | (9,148 | ) | $ | (5,200 | ) |
Our working capital surplus decreased during the six months ended August 31, 2008 because we had no sources of revenue and our sole source of financing was in the form of short term loans from our former sole executive officer.
During the three months ended May 31, 2008, we received two loans for an aggregate of $100,000 (CAD) from our former executive officer and former director, Mr. Robert Thast. These loans are due on demand, unsecured and non-interest bearing.
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We also entered into a loan agreement (the Loan Agreement) dated April 29, 2008 with Salish Park Holdings Ltd. (Salish) whereby we lent $50,000 (CAD) to Salish. Under the terms of the Loan Agreement, Salish has agreed to pay interest to us at a rate of 10% per annum, and to repay the loan on or before April 28, 2009.
Financing Requirements
From inception to August 31, 2008, we have suffered cumulative losses in the amount of $167,743. We expect to continue to incur substantial losses as we continue the development of our business. Since our inception, we have funded operations through common stock issuances, related party loans, and the support of creditors in order to meet our strategic objectives. Our management believes that sufficient funding will be available to meet our business objectives, including anticipated cash needs for working capital, and are currently evaluating several financing options, including a public offering of securities. However, we do not have any financing arrangements currently in place and there can be no assurance that we will be able to obtain sufficient financing when needed. As a result of the foregoing, our independent auditors believe there exists substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.
There is no assurance that we will be able to obtain additional financing if and when required. We anticipate that additional financing may come in the form of sales of additional shares of our common stock which may result in dilution to our current shareholders.
OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS
We have no significant 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.
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with United States generally accepted accounting principles requires our 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 amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Our management routinely makes judgments and estimates about the effects of matters that are inherently uncertain.
We have identified certain accounting policies, described below, that are most important to the portrayal of our current financial condition and results of operation.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
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ITEM 3. | QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK. |
Not Applicable.
ITEM 4T. | CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES. |
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Disclosure controls and procedures are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported, within the time period specified in the SEC's rules and forms. Disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation, controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports filed under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to management, including the Chief Executive Officer covered by this report, we carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures. Based upon and as of the date of that evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective because of the identification of a material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting which is identified in our Managements Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting included with our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 29, 2008, which we view as an integral part of our disclosure controls and procedures.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting identified in connection with our evaluation of these controls as of the end of the period covered by this report that could have affected those controls subsequent to the date of the evaluation referred to in the previous paragraph, including any correction action with regard to deficiencies and material weakness.
Limitations on the Effectiveness of Controls
Our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, does not expect that our Disclosure Controls and internal controls will prevent all errors and all 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. Further, the design of a control system must reflect the fact that there are resource constraints, and the benefits of controls must be considered relative to their costs. Because of the inherent limitations in all control systems, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within the Company have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty, and that breakdowns can occur because of a simple error or mistake. Additionally, controls can be circumvented by the individual acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management or board override of the control.
The design of any system of controls also is based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions; over time, controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate. Because of the inherent limitations in a cost-effective control system, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected.
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PART II - OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1. | LEGAL PROCEEDINGS. |
None.
ITEM 1A. | RISK FACTORS. |
The following are some of the important factors that could affect our financial performance or could cause actual results to differ materially from estimates contained in our forward-looking statements. We may encounter risks in addition to those described below. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us, or that we currently deem to be immaterial, may also impair or adversely affect our business, financial condition or results of operation.
We Do Not Have Any Business Operations Or Any Significant Assets. We Have Not Identified Any Alternative Business Opportunities. Our Plan Of Operation For The Next Twelve Months Will Consist Solely Of Seeking Suitable Business Opportunities.
Based on the recommendations of our consulting geologist, we have abandoned our exploration program for the Columbia VI Claim. We are currently seeking and evaluating alternative business opportunities. We have not yet identified any suitable business opportunities and there is no assurance that we will be able to do so in the future. Even if we are able to identify suitable business opportunities, there are no assurances that we will be able to acquire an interest in those opportunities or that we will have the resources to pursue such opportunities. As such, an investment in our shares at this time would be highly speculative and investors could lose all of their investment.
We May Not Be Able To Obtain Additional Financing.
As at August 31, 2008, we had cash on hand of $11,178 and a working capital deficit of $43,693.
Currently, we do not have a specific business plan, nor have we identified any suitable alternative business opportunities. As such, our ability to obtain additional financing may be substantially limited. If sufficient financing is not available or obtainable as and when needed, we may not be able to continue as a going concern and investors may lose a substantial portion or all of their investment. We currently do not have any financing arrangements in place and there are no assurances that we will be able to acquire financing on acceptable terms or at all.
We may conduct offerings in the future in which case investors shareholdings will be diluted.
We may conduct equity offerings in the future to finance any future business projects that we decide to undertake. If common stock is issued in return for additional funds, the price per share could be lower than that paid by our current stockholders. We anticipate continuing to rely on equity sales of our common stock in order to fund our business operations. If we issue additional stock, investors percentage interest in us will be diluted. The result of this could reduce the value of their stock.
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Because our stock is a penny stock, stockholders will be more limited in their ability to sell their stock.
The shares of our common stock constitute penny stocks under the Exchange Act. The shares will remain classified as a penny stock for the foreseeable future. The classification as a penny stock makes it more difficult for a broker/dealer to sell the stock into a secondary market, which makes it more difficult for a purchaser to liquidate his or her investment. Any broker/dealer engaged by the purchaser for the purpose of selling his or her shares will be subject to rules 15g-1 through 15g-10 of the Exchange Act. Rather than having to comply with these rules, some broker-dealers will refuse to attempt to sell a penny stock.
The "penny stock" rules adopted by the SEC under the Exchange Act subjects the sale of the shares of our common stock to certain regulations which impose sales practice requirements on broker/dealers. For example, brokers/dealers selling such securities must, prior to effecting the transaction, provide their customers with a document that discloses the risks of investing in such securities.
Legal remedies, which may be available to an investor in "penny stocks, are as follows:
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if "penny stock" is sold to an investor in violation of his or her rights listed above, or other federal or states securities laws, the investor may be able to cancel his or her purchase and get his or her money back. |
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if the stocks are sold in a fraudulent manner, the investor may be able to sue the persons and firms that caused the fraud for damages. |
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if the investor has signed an arbitration agreement, however, he or she may have to pursue his or her claim through arbitration. |
If the person purchasing the securities is someone other than an accredited investor or an established customer of the broker/dealer, the broker/dealer must also approve the potential customer's account by obtaining information concerning the customer's financial situation, investment experience and investment objectives. The broker/dealer must also make a determination whether the transaction is suitable for the customer and whether the customer has sufficient knowledge and experience in financial matters to be reasonably expected to be capable of evaluating the risk of transactions in such securities. Accordingly, the SEC's rules may limit the number of potential purchasers of the shares of our common stock.
ITEM 2. | UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS. |
None.
ITEM 3. | DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES. |
None.
ITEM 4. | SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS. |
None.
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ITEM 5. | OTHER INFORMATION. |
None.
ITEM 6. | EXHIBITS. |
Exhibit | |
Number | Description of Exhibit |
3.1 | Articles of Incorporation.(1) |
3.2 | Bylaws.(1) |
10.1 | Trust Agreement dated August 7, 2006 executed by Robert L. Thast.(1) |
10.2 | Loan Agreement dated April 29, 2008 between Nova Mining Corporation and Salish Park Holdings Ltd.(3) |
14.1 | Code of Ethics.(2) |
31.1 | |
32.1 | |
99.1 | Audit Committee Charter.(2) |
99.2 | Disclosure Committee Charter.(2) |
(1) |
Previously filed as an Exhibit to our Form SB-2 Registration Statement filed with the SEC on August 16, 2006. |
(2) |
Previously filed as an Exhibit to our Annual Report on Form 10-KSB on May 29, 2007. |
(3) |
Previously filed as an Exhibit to our Current Report on Form 8-K filed on April 30, 2008. |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
NOVA MINING CORPORATION | ||||
Date: | October 14, 2008 | By: | /s/ Terry N. Williams | |
TERRY N. WILLIAMS | ||||
Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, | ||||
President, Secretary and Treasurer | ||||
(Principal Executive Officer | ||||
and Principal Accounting Officer) |