Marketwire - Mining and Metals

First Quantum Minerals Announces Finalization of the Acquisition of the Ravensthorpe Nickel Operation, Western Australia

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 05:14:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 10, 2010) - (All dollar amounts are expressed in United States dollars, unless noted otherwise)

Pirquitas Mine and Project Development Update

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 05:00:00 EST

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Canasia Industries Corporation: High-Sulphidation Mineral System Indicated on Buena Vista Property in Mexico

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 03:01:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 10, 2010) - Canasia Industries Corporation (TSX VENTURE:CAJ)(OTCBB:CANSF)(FRANKFURT:45C) ("Canasia") wishes to announce that it has completed the first phase of operations on the Buena Vista, Las Joyas, and Santo Nino properties located in the states of Guanajuato and Michoacan respectively.�This phase consisted of geological sampling and mapping.�Preliminary surveys indicate the presence of a high-sulphidation epithermal system located on the Buena Vista Property. A total of 27 samples have been collected from the Buena Vista Property and have been submitted for assay to Acme Labs in Guadalajara for preparation, with analysis to be completed by Acme Labs in Vancouver, BC. Canasia expects to receive analytical results within the next three weeks.

Arian Silver Progresses San Jose Property Towards Production

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:00:00 EST

LONDON, ENGLAND--(Marketwire - Feb. 10, 2010) - Arian Silver ("Arian" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:AGQ)(AIM:AGQ)(PLUS:AGQ)(FRANKFURT:I3A) a silver exploration and development company with a focus on projects in the silver belt of Mexico, is pleased to update shareholders on the progression of its San Jose Property, Zacatecas state, Central Mexico. K

Greystar Resources Files EIA; Begins Colombian Permitting Process

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 10, 2010) - Greystar Resources Ltd. (TSX:GSL)(AIM:GSL) (the "Company") is pleased to announce that on Dec. 22, 2009, the Company filed an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) with the Ministry of the Environment, Housing and Territorial Development (MAVDT) to initiate the environmental permitting process for the development of an open pit gold and silver mine at the Angostura project in Colombia. Subsequently on Jan. 13, 2010, the EIA (1,814 pages) was accepted for review by the MAVDT. The EIA, which is based on the GRD MinProc Preliminary Feasibility Study (March 2009), covers all environmental and social aspects of the proposed mine development including baseline data and end of mine life mitigation plans.

IGC Resources Inc.: Results of Annual General and Special Meeting of Shareholders

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:27:00 EST

KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 10, 2010) - The Annual General and Special Meeting of the shareholders of IGC Resources Inc. (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:IGC)(PINK SHEETS:IGCGF)(FRANKFURT:I6G) was held at Vancouver, British Columbia, on Friday, January 29, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. (Pacific Standard Time). All the proposed resolutions previously outlined in the Information Circular dated 23rd December 2009 were passed unanimously.

Stroud Announces Grant of Stock Options

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:15:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Stroud Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:SDR) ("Stroud" or the "Company") announced, subject to acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange, that it has granted options to acquire an aggregate of 3,100,000 common shares to directors and officers of the Company under Stroud's stock option plan. Each option is exercisable to acquire one common share at a price of $0.10 per share for a three-year period. The options vest as to one-third immediately and one-third on each of the 7 and 13 month anniversaries of the date of grant.

First Bauxite Enters Into Letter of Intent With Bauxite Corporation of Guyana Inc. to Acquire All of the Shares of BCGI

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:00:00 EST

and thereby its 100% Interest in the Tarakuli and Tarakuli North West Prospecting Licenses in Northeast Guyana

Module Announces Initial Assay Results of Tailings Drill Program at Its Ladner Gold Property

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:41:00 EST

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Cream Minerals Announces Clarification of Private Placement Financing

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:57:00 EST

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First Metals Inc. Announces Asset Sales and CFO Resignation

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:19:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - First Metals Inc (TSX:FMA) ("FMA" or the "Corporation") is pleased to announce today the sale of certain parts and inventory in the aggregate amount of $750,000 payable over 18 months to Trelawney Mining and Exploration Inc. (TSX:TRR). The parts and inventory are considered by management to be non essential to FMA's current operations. Proceeds from the sale will be used to continue mine shut down and remediation efforts pursuant to the mine shut down plan filed with the government of Quebec.

Romios Closes Private Placement

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:31:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Romios Gold Resources Inc. ("Romios" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:RG)(OTCBB:RMIOF)(FRANKFURT:D4R) announces that, further to its press release of December 31, 2009, the Company closed the final tranche of the private placement of 250,000 working capital units. The Company placed a total of $1,332,500 of flow-through units and $340,000 of working capital units. The particulars of the flow-through units are set out in the December 31, 2009 press release.

Silvercorp Reports Net Income of $12.4 Million and Cash Flow of $15.9 Million in Third Quarter

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:29:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX:SVM)(NYSE:SVM) reports its unaudited financial and operating results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2009. The financial results are expressed in thousands of US dollars (US$) unless stated otherwise and all production figures are approximate. T

Eurasian Minerals Inc.: Granting of Incentive Stock Options

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:04:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) -�Eurasian Minerals Inc. (TSX VENTURE:EMX) (the "Company") announces that pursuant to the Company's Stock Option Plan, 200,000 incentive stock options, exercisable at $1.74 per share for a period of five years, have been granted to a director and certain employees of Bronco Creek Exploration Inc., a subsidiary of the Company.

Forward-Looking Statement: Some of the statements in this news release contain forward-looking information that involves inherent risk and uncertainty affecting the business of Eurasian Minerals Inc. Actual results may differ materially from those currently anticipated in such statements.

Ruby Creek Announces Management Addition

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:54:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - Ruby Creek Resources, Inc. (OTCBB: RBYC) announces the appointment of Myron Landin CPA, as acting Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Landin brings more than 35 years of financial experience to Ruby Creek Resources. He holds a B.A. in economics from Stony Brook University and attended Pace University Graduate School of Business. He is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of New York.

Goldrush Announces Private Placement to Raise Up to $1,000,000

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:33:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Goldrush Resources Ltd. ("Goldrush" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:GOD) is pleased to announce that it has arranged a non-brokered private placement of up to 10,000,000 units of its securities at a price of $0.10 per unit for gross proceeds of up to $1,000,000. Each unit will be comprised of one common share and one common share purchase warrant entitling the holder to purchase one additional share at a price of $0.20 for a period of twenty-four months. Proceeds of the placement will be used: (i) to fund a $500,000 drill program on the Company's Ronguen gold deposit in Burkina Faso, West Africa; (ii) to acquire additional properties; and (iii) for working capital purposes. Finder's fees may be payable in cash, shares and/or warrants with respect to certain subscribers and in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange. Th

AMCOL International Announces Quarterly Dividend

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:30:00 EST

HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - The Board of Directors of AMCOL International Corporation (NYSE: ACO) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.18 a share for the first quarter of 2010. The first quarter dividend is payable on April 9, 2010, to shareholders of record as of March 1, 2010.

Lake Victoria Completes Agreements to Permit Drilling at Singida Gold Project, Tanzania

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:18:00 EST

GOLDEN, COLORADO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Lake Victoria Mining Company (OTCBB:LVCA) is pleased to announce that as of February 8^th, it has successfully executed Addendum's to the eleven original agreements with 38 property owners for all 37 PMLs (primary mining licenses) in the Singida Gold Project area. This was accomplished through the company's wholly owned subsidiary in Tanzania. These Addendum Agreements allow the Company to proceed with additional exploration in the area, which includes drilling and the establishment of a pilot processing plant. In addition, the remaining payment schedule has been extended to allow additional time for drilling, assaying and metallurgical test work.

Alberta Star Shareholders Approve All Resolutions at the Annual General Meeting

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Alberta Star Development Corp. (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:ASX)(OTCBB:ASXSF)(FRANKFURT:QLD) is pleased to announce that the Company held its Annual and Special Meeting of shareholders in Vancouver, British Columbia on February 8, 2010 at which time the shareholders overwhelmingly approved all of the resolutions that were outlined in the Company's Management Information Circular dated January 6, 2010.

GA Capital and Looknow Extend Qualifying Transaction Deadline

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:42:00 EST

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Kent Commences Lyell Gold Project Assessment Program

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:39:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Kent Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:KEX) reports that through its wholly owned subsidiary, Kent Exploration NZ Limited (together, the "Company" or "Kent"), it has commenced a geological assessment and sampling program on the Company's Lyell Gold Project, approximately 25 kilometers northwest of Reefton,West Coast, South Island, New Zealand.

Trio Gold Corp. Announces the Signing of a US $5.5 Million Exploration Agreement

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:30:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Trio Gold Corp. (TSX VENTURE:TGK) (PINK SHEETS:TROOF) ("Trio") has signed a USD $5,500,000.00 Exploration Agreement with a private United States Corporation to explore Trio's wholly owned Rodeo Creek property located at the north end of the world-class Carlin Gold Trend in northeastern Nevada. Drilling will commence on the property as soon as ground conditions permit.

Sage Options Clavos Property in Timmins

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Sage Gold (TSX VENTURE:SGX) has entered into an Option Agreement with St. Andrew Goldfields Ltd. (TSX:SAS) ("SAS" or "St. Andrew Goldfields") on the Clavos Property ("Clavos") located in the Timmins Mining District in Northeastern Ontario, within the Abitibi greenstone belt. N

New World Secures Additional Concessions at Pastos Grandes Lithium Brine Project

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:10:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - New World Resource Corp. ("New World" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:NW) announces that it has finalized a joint venture agreement (the "Agreement") with Empresa Minera Kellguani ("KELLGUANI") a subsidiary of Empresa Minera Unificada S.A. ("EMUSA"). The Agreement entitles New World to a 99% interest in Kellguani's 711 hectares within the lithium enriched Pastos Grandes salar. The additional concession increases New World's position to 7,512 hectares and represents over 62% of the entire salar. The Agreement stipulates that KELLGUANI will have exclusive rights to the exploitation of the Ulexite within the 711 hectares. The Company does not anticipate KELLGUANI's current Ulexite mining to be in conflict with a lithium brine mining operation.

Adventure Gold publie sa premi�re estimation de ressources conforme au R�glement 43-101 pour la propri�t� aurif�re Lapaska situ�e � l'est du camp minier de Val-d'Or

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:09:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 9 f�v. 2010) - Adventure Gold Inc. (TSX CROISSANCE:AGE) (la �Soci�t�), une soci�t� d'exploration mini�re poss�dant des propri�t�s strat�giques le long des principaux couloirs aurif�res de la ceinture de roches vertes de l'Abitibi, a le plaisir d'annoncer la publication de sa premi�re estimation de ressources conforme au R�glement 43-101 sur sa propri�t� Lapaska situ�e dans la partie est du camp minier de Val-d'Or, Qu�bec. Le tableau 1 r�sume les estimations de ressources aurif�res selon diff�rents seuils de coupure pour la Zone Lapaska Centre (�LC�). L'estimation des ressources min�rales a �t� r�alis�e par des personnes qualifi�es et ind�pendantes d'InnovExplo, une firme d'experts-conseil bas�e � Va

Adventure Gold Releases its First NI 43-101 Resource Estimate on the Lapaska Gold Property in Eastern Val d'Or Mining Camp

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:08:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Adventure Gold Inc. (TSX VENTURE:AGE) (the "Company"), a junior mining exploration company with strategic properties along main gold breaks in the prolific Abitibi greenstone belt, is pleased to announce its first National Instrument ("NI") 43-101 compliant resource estimate on its 100%-owned Lapaska Property in the eastern Val d'Or mining Camp, Quebec.�Table 1 summarizes the gold resource estimates using different cut off grades on the Lapaska Central ("LC") Zone. The Mineral Resources were estimated by independent qualified persons from InnovExplo, a consultant firm based in Val d'Or, Quebec.

Teuton's High Property is 1.25 km South of Silver Standard's New Bridge Gold Deposit

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:54:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Teuton Resources Corp. ("Teuton") (TSX VENTURE:TUO) (FRANKFURT:TFE) is pleased to announce that it intends to explore its High property in the 2010 field season, located in the Sulphurets region of northwestern British Columbia. The claims have recently become very prospective due to the 2009 discovery of the Bridge gold deposit by Silver Standard Resources on their Brucejack property (see map, attached). T

Riverstone Sampling Program Underway at Nami Gold Discovery Zone

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:35:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Riverstone Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:RVS)(FRANKFURT:3RV) is pleased to provide a progress report on the sampling and mapping program currently underway on its promising new Nami gold discovery at its Karma project in Burkina Faso, West Africa. Over 100 artisanal shafts within a breccia body in granodiorite have been sampled to date. There are presently 555 samples in the lab for assaying.

Manas Extended Albania Transaction

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:35:00 EST

BAAR, SWITZERLAND--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - Manas Petroleum ("Manas") (OTCBB: MNAP) is pleased to report that it and WWI Resources (a TSX-V listed company) have extended their arm's length binding Letter-Of-Intent (LOI) dated November 19, 2009 in order to allow Manas the necessary time to finalize all administrative procedures as required and are a part of the closing of the transaction. Manas is moving forward diligently and quickly to complete all requirements.

MagIndustries Announces Financing

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:24:00 EST

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Bolivia's Minera San Cristobal S.A. Mine Certified to Three International Management Certifications Simultaneously

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:04:00 EST

SCOTTSDALE, AZ--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - Bolivia may be the one of the most impoverished countries in South America, but its vast stores of natural resources such as lithium and silver are increasingly attracting great interest in the global marketplace. Business Enterprise Mapping, a consulting firm in Scottsdale, Arizona, recently completed a business process improvement project for Minera San Cristobal S.A., a remote mine, located 4000 meters above sea level in the Andes Mountains in southwestern Bolivia. The mine is the world's third largest producer of silver and third largest producer of zinc, in addition to production of lead concentrates. After development of a business enterprise system and quality management system, the mine received certification on February 1, 2010 to three rigorous and highly respected international management standards: ISO 9001:2008 for Quality, ISO 14001 for Environmental and OHSAS 18001 for Safety. Auditing services were provided by T

Minera San Cristobal S.A. da Bol�via recebe tr�s certificados simult�neos de gest�o internacional

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:04:00 EST

SCOTTSDALE, AZ--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - A Bol�via pode ser um dos pa�ses mais pobres da Am�rica do Sul mas sua vasta fonte de recursos naturais como l�tio e prata est� atraindo cada vez mais a aten��o do mercado global. A Business Enterprise Mapping, uma firma de consultoria de Scottsdale, Arizona, recentemente finalizou um projeto de melhoria de processos de neg�cios para a Minera San Cristobal S.A., uma mina remota localizada a 4.000 metros acima do n�vel do mar nos Andes, ao sudoeste da Bol�via. A mina � terceira maior produtora do mundo de prata e a terceira maior produtora de zinco, al�m de produzir concentrados de chumbo. Ap�s o desenvolvimento de um sistema de empreendimento de neg�cios e de gest�o de qualidade, em 1 de fevereiro de 2010, a mina foi certificada em tr�s padr�es de gest�o internacional rigorosos e altamente respeitados: ISO 9001:2008 para Qualidade, ISO 14001

Minera San Crist�bal S.A. de Bolivia certific� simult�neamente tres certificaciones internacionales de gesti�n

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:04:00 EST

SCOTTSDALE, AZ--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - Bolivia puede ser uno de los pa�ses m�s pobres de Am�rica del Sur, pero sus grandes reservas de recursos naturales, como el litio y la plata, est�n despertando un inter�s cada vez mayor en el mercado mundial. Business Enterprise Mapping, una consultora de Scottsdale, Arizona, complet� recientemente un proyecto de mejora de procesos de negocio para la Minera San Crist�bal S.A., una mina remota ubicada a 4.000 metros sobre el nivel del mar en la cordillera de los Andes al sudoeste de Bolivia. La mina es la tercera productora mundial de plata y de zinc, adem�s de la producci�n de concentrados de plomo. Despu�s del desarrollo de un sistema comercial empresarial y un sistema de gesti�n de calidad, la mina recibi� el 1 de febrero de 2010 la certificaci�n de tres normas internacionales de gesti�n rigurosas y muy respetadas: ISO 9001:2008 de calidad, ISO 14001 de medio a

Pan American Lithium Corp. Announces the Beginning of the Cierro Prieto Scoping Study

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:59:00 EST

TUCSON, ARIZONA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Pan American Lithium Corp. ("Pan American" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:PL) is pleased to announce that it has initiated a detailed sampling program as part of a comprehensive scoping study to determine the content of lithium and other light metals at the Cierro Prieto geothermal brine project in the State of Baja California Norte, Mexico.

Maya to Resume Drilling at the Amizmiz Gold Project, Morocco

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:47:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Maya Gold & Silver Inc. (TSX VENTURE:MYA) ("Maya" or the "Company") provides an update on the ongoing diamond drilling program on its Amizmiz gold-silver property, Morocco. D

Maya Gold & Silver Announces Management Reorganisation

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:44:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Maya Gold & Silver Inc. (TSX VENTURE:MYA) ("Maya" or the "Company") announces today changes to its management and appointment of new company officers, as the Company moves forward in maximizing the potential of its Amizmiz gold and silver property in Morocco. M

Aura Silver Using VTEM and Prospecting Results at Greyhound, Nu to Vector in on Drill Targets

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:43:00 EST

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Aura Silver Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:AUU) ("Aura Silver" or the "Company") has completed an�analysis of a recent airborne VTEM survey flown by Geotech Ltd.�In the six years since its first commercial use, this large dipole-moment VTEM system has become the airborne system widely used by most of the mineral exploration community. Further, a number of exploration successes have been attributed to VTEM surveys.

Endeavour Silver Acquires Option to Purchase San Sebastian Silver-Gold Properties in Jalisco State, Mexico

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:32:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Endeavour Silver Corp. (TSX:EDR)(TSX:EDR.WT)(NYSE Amex:EXK)(DBFrankfurt:EJD) announces that it has acquired an option to purchase the San Sebastian silver-gold properties in Jalisco State, Mexico from IMMSA (Grupo Mexico), one of the largest mining companies in Mexico.

Drilling to Begin in March on Kiska's Barmedman Project, Australia

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:27:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Kiska Metals Corporation (TSX VENTURE:KSK) ("Kiska") announces drilling will commence in early March at the Barmedman property, New South Wales, Australia. The program, funded by Inmet Mining Corporation, will consist of approximately 900 metres of aircore/diamond drilling in three holes. Exploration at Barmedman is targeting buried copper-gold porphyry and high sulphidation copper-gold mineralization deposits.

First Pursuit Drills Copper and Gold at La Tuna, Mexico

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:04:00 EST

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North American Gem Inc. Adds Extensive Experience to its Advisory Board

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:03:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - North American Gem Inc. (NAG) (TSX VENTURE:NAG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. William J. Grable to the Advisory Board. Mr. Grable brings 35 years of experience in every aspect of the Coal, Limestone, and Sand mining industries to NAG.

Delta Uranium Inc.: Clarification

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:59:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Delta Uranium Inc. (TSX:DUR) ("Delta" or the "Corporation") pursuant to the TSX bulletin issued Monday February 8^th, 2010 on the delisting of Delta Uranium shares, please note that the Company had requested a voluntary delisting from the TSX Exchange and has applied for a listing on the TSX Venture exchange. The Company is awaiting approval from the TSX Venture and in the interim the TSX has agreed to postpone the voluntary delisting until March 12^th 2010.

Exploration Typhon inc. : Site web mis � jour

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:19:00 EST

LAVAL, CANADA--(Marketwire - 9 f�v. 2010) - Exploration Typhon Inc (TSX CROISSANCE:TYP) annonce qu'elle a produite au cours de la derni�re ann�e une compilation majeure de tous les travaux effectu�s depuis 1946 sur la propri�t� Fayolle (d�tenue � 100% par Exploration Typhon). Celle-ci nous a permis de cibler avantageusement certains secteurs de la propri�t� d�montrant une zone de probabilit� de d�couverte de 2,5 km de long par 1 km de large tout en demeurant ouvert en profondeur. L

Typhoon Exploration Inc.: Website Updated

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:18:00 EST

LAVAL, CANADA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Typhoon Exploration (TSX VENTURE:TYP) is pleased to announce that during the past year, it produced a major compilation of all works carried out since 1946 on the Fayolle property (owned 100% by Typhoon). The compilation allowed us to favourably target areas of the property including a 2.5km long by 1km wide probability zone of discovery, all while remaining open at depth. T

Canadian Shield Appoints New Director and Expands Exploration Team

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:03:00 EST

TORONTO, CANADA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Canadian Shield Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:EXP) ("Canadian Shield" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Fernando Pickmann to the Board of Directors, and the expansion of its exploration team in Lima, Peru. M

India Globalization Capital Announces Conference Call to Discuss Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2010 Financial Results

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:32:00 EST

BETHESDA, MD--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - India Globalization Capital, Inc. (NYSE Amex: IGC), a company competing in the rapidly growing materials and infrastructure industry in India, announced today it will hold a conference call to discuss financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2010. The conference call is scheduled for Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. EST (5:30 a.m. Pacific).

Arco Announces Sampling Averages of 173 g/t Silver and 1.5 g/t Gold Along 230 Metres at the Taviche Silver-Gold Property

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Arco Resources Corp. (TSX VENTURE:ARR) ("Arco" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the results from the underground sampling program announced October 14, 2009 on its 386 hectare Taviche property. The Taviche property is located approximately 56 kilometers from Oaxaca City, Mexico.

IBC Provides Financial and Manufacturing Update

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - IBC Advanced Alloys Corp. (TSX VENTURE:IB) ("IBC" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update on its business development activities and a financial overview of the Company's recent performance. Like many companies operating in the commodity and manufacturing related sectors, IBC faced challenges in late 2008 and 2009 as a result of the global economic and financial meltdown. IBC tackled the situation head-on and has emerged a stronger and more focused Company as it moves towards its objectives.

Nova Energy, Inc. Announces Former Chairman of Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Hugh Robinson as New CEO and Business Plan Expansion Into East Africa

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:21:00 EST

DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - Nova Energy, Inc. (OTCBB: NVAE) today announced Hugh Robinson has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Robinson has been appointed in conjunction with a recent corporate change of control. On Tuesday, February 16, Mr. Robinson will conduct an exclusive Webcast to present Nova Energy's updated strategic plan and expansion into East Africa. The Webcast will be available on-demand and a link to the Webcast will be published upon release next Tuesday.

Davis Research Group Issues Initial Report Covering Dutch Gold Resources, Inc.

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:16:00 EST

ATLANTA, GA--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - Dutch Gold Resources, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: DGRI) (the "Company") (http://dutchgold.com) is pleased to announce that Davis Research Group has published the first of a series of information reports analyzing the Company's business strategy and positioning. The paper, prepared at the request of Dutch Gold management, provides a third party view as to the feasibility and valuation based on the recent repositioning as outlined in recent news, and with regard to the announcement by DGRI of their Four Step plan for increasing their reserves into the intermediate level of the market.

American Sierra Gold Corp. Reopens Access to High-Grade Gold Run Vein at Discovery Day Project

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:05:00 EST

RENO, NV--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - American Sierra Gold Corp. (OTCBB: AMNP), an independent gold exploration company headquartered in Reno, Nevada, is pleased to announce that exploration crews working on the Discovery Day gold property have located and re-opened the level 6 adit of the historical Gilta mine containing the high-grade Gold Run vein.

Sandspring Resources Ltd. Posts the Balance of Toroparu Deposit Drill Results for 2009 Including 120m of 1.33g/t Gold and 0.09% Copper at the East Margin of the Deposit

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - SANDSPRING RESOURCES LTD. (TSX VENTURE:SSP) ("Sandspring" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the balance of 2009 copper and gold assay results from drilling of the Toroparu gold-copper deposit in the Republic of Guyana, South America.

Drilling Hits Major Fault on Mengold's Goldcreek Property

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

MONTREAL, QU�BEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Mengold Resources Inc. ("Mengold") (TSX VENTURE:MNI) completed a 1,031m diamond drilling program on the Goldcreek Property prior to year end and all the assays have now been compiled.

Arianne consolide sa position � la Baie James

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

SAGUENAY, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 9 f�v. 2010) - La direction de Ressources d'Arianne Inc. (�Arianne� ou �Soci�t�) (TSX CROISSANCE:DAN)(FRANCFORT:JE9N)(OTCBB:DRRSF)�d�sire informer ses actionnaires sur ses projets d'exploration � la Baie James, Qu�bec.

New Strategic Gold Acquisition for Midland in the Detour Lake Area

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Midland Exploration Inc. ("Midland") (TSX VENTURE:MD) is pleased to announce the acquisition by staking of a new property with strong gold potential, covering more than 8 kilometres strike length along the Sunday Lake Deformation Zone (SLDZ). This major deformation zone hosts the Detour Lake ore deposit in Ontario, about 40 kilometres west of the property, where near-surface reserves are estimated at more than 8.8 million ounces of gold (source: Detour Gold Corporation website).

Arianne Increases its Land Position in the James Bay Area

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

SAGUENAY, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - The management of Arianne Resources Inc. (�Arianne� or �Company�) (TSX VENTURE:DAN)(FRANKFURT:JE9N)(OTCBB:DRRSF) wishes to provide an update regarding its exploration projects in the James Bay area, Quebec.

Quadra Mining Ltd.-Conference Call: 2009 Fourth Quarter and Year End Financial Results

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Quadra Mining Ltd. (TSX:QUA) announces that on Monday, March 8^th 2010 at 10.00am ET (7.00am PST) senior management will report on the Company's financial results and performance for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31^st, 2009.�Quadra's Fourth Quarter and Year End financial results will be issued by press release also on March 8^th, 2010 prior to market open.�The complete Financial Statements will be available with the Management Discussion and Analysis at www.quadramining.com and at�www.sedar.com.

Nouvelle acquisition aurif�re strat�gique pour Midland dans le secteur de Detour Lake

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 9 f�v. 2010) - Exploration Midland inc. ("Midland") (TSX CROISSANCE:MD) a le plaisir d'annoncer l'acquisition par jalonnement d'une nouvelle propri�t� � fort potentiel aurif�re couvrant l'extension sur plus de 8 kilom�tres de la zone de d�formation majeure Sunday Lake (ZDSL). Cette importante zone de d�formation est l'h�te du gisement de Detour Lake en Ontario situ� � environ 40 kilom�tres � l'ouest et qui contient des r�serves de plus de 8.8 millions d'onces d'or pr�s de la surface (Source : Site Web de Detour Gold Corporation).

Eldorado Gold Announces Year End 2009 Financial Results Release Date and Conference Call

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Eldorado Gold Corporation (TSX:ELD)(NYSE:EGO)(ASX:EAU)will release its 2009 Year End Financial Results before the market opens on Friday, March 19, 2010. Paul N. Wright, President and Chief Executive Officer, of the Company will host a conference call at 8:30 AM PT (11:30 AM ET).

Orex Awards Diamond Drilling Contract to Major Drilling for the Coneto Gold-Silver Project in Durango, Mexico

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Orex Minerals Inc. (TSX VENTURE:REX) is pleased to announce the awarding of a diamond drilling contract to Major Drilling de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. for exploration on the Coneto Gold-Silver Project in Durango State, Mexico.

Newcastle Begins Geophysical Survey of West Timmins Property

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:58:00 EST

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Newcastle Minerals Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:NCM) is pleased to announce that it has commenced a geophysical survey of its 120-hectare West Timmins property located in Carscallen Township, 21 kilometres southwest of Timmins, Ontario. The property is surrounded by Lake Shore Gold Corp.'s (TSX:LSG) Timmins West Gold Mine Complex, and lies east of Melkior Resources Inc.'s (TSX VENTURE:MKR) Carscallen property, where a drill program was commenced on January 18.

Inmet Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings of $1.60 Per Share Compared With a Loss of $0.67 Per Share in the Fourth Quarter of 2008

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:50:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) -

All amounts in Canadian dollars unless indicated otherwise

Franklin Receives a $32 Million Funding

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:49:00 EST

LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - Franklin Mining, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: FMNJ) (FRANKFURT: FMJ) Chairman, CEO and President William Petty is pleased to announce that after many months of negotiation and an exhaustive due diligence process, he has secured an agreement providing the company with a $32 million funding.

American Lithium Minerals Closes Agreements for Four New Projects

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

HENDERSON, NV--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - American Lithium Minerals, Inc. (OTCBB: AMLM) (www.americanlithium.com) (the "Company") announced today that it has closed an agreement with Nevada Mining Co. Inc. to acquire three Exploration Lithium Brine Projects in Nevada and one Lithium Brine Project in Utah. The Nevada Lithium Brine Projects are the Sarcobatus Deep Project, Teels Marsh Deep Project, and Fish Lake Deep Project. The Utah Lithium Brine Project is the Paradox Project. American Lithium Minerals will immediately move into the verification phase for these properties. Map of all properties.

Western Uranium Corporation Closes Acquisition of Argentina Uranium Project

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Western Uranium Corporation (TSX VENTURE:WUC) ("the Company") announces that, further to its news release dated November 30, 2010, it has closed the acquisition (the "Acquisition") from HB Syndicate of 7 cateos covering approximately 14,000 hectares located in the La Rioja Province of Argentina that demonstrate strong potential for hosting uranium mineralization. In addition, the agreement extends to any other uranium properties identified by the HB Syndicate within Argentina over the next two years that, with the Company's agreement, merit acquisition.

East Asia Drills 1.16 g/t Gold Over 21 Metres Within 109 Metres Grading 0.59 g/t Gold at Miwah; 1.2 Kilometre East-West Width Validated

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - East Asia Minerals Corporation (TSX VENTURE:EAS) reports that exploration drilling at the Miwah Main Zone in Aceh Province, Northern Sumatra, Indonesia, continues to demonstrate continuity of gold mineralization. At the eastern edge EMD016 encountered 0.59 g/t gold over 109 metres, including 1.16 g/t gold over 21 metres. East Asia has completed its 1.2 kilometre east-west validation of the shallow, laterally extensive Main Miwah Gold Zone, and has encountered significant gold mineralization in all of its holes. The Main Miwah Gold Zone remains open.

Les objectifs d'Alexis en 2010 : croissance de la production aurif�re et des ressources pour accro�tre la valeur pour les actionnaires

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

- Alexis a extrait 34 872 onces d'or en 2009 et compte des stocks de plus de 7 400 onces - La fusion avec Garson est compl�t�e et ce faisant, les ressources ont plus que doubl� - Le r�am�nagement de l'usine Aurbel est termin� : d�but des op�rations en f�vrier - Les �tudes 43-101 � la mine Snow Lake avancent tel que pr�vu - Mine Lac Pelletier - le programme d'�chantillonnage en vrac progresse - Les programmes d'exploration en surface v�rifient des cibles � fort potentiel

Canterra Minerals Corporation: Drilling Commences on Buffalo Hills Property

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Canterra Minerals Corporation (TSX VENTURE:CTM) ("Canterra") is pleased to announce on behalf of the Buffalo Hills Joint Venture that diamond drilling has commenced on the Buffalo Hills Project located in Northern Alberta (See www.canterraminerals.com for project location and description).

Alexis' 2010 Objectives: Growth in Gold Production and Resources to Enhance Shareholder Value

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

- Alexis mined 34,872 ounces Gold in 2009, currently has 7400 oz. in stockpile - Garson Merger completed, more than doubles resources - Aurbel Gold Mill refurbishment completed: start-up in February - Snow Lake Mine NI 43-101 studies advancing on schedule - Lac Pelletier Mine - Bulk Sample Program Progressing - Surface Exploration Programs testing high potential targets

MSC Launches New SimManager Business Unit to Expand on Its Leadership in Simulation Data and Process Management

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

SANTA ANA, CA--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - MSC.Software, a leading global provider of simulation software and services, announces the formation of a new global business unit to focus and expand on its recognized leadership position in Simulation Data and Process Management (SDPM).

Detour Gold Appoints Pierre Beaudoin as Senior Vice President, Capital Projects for the Development of Detour Lake

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Detour Gold Corporation (TSX:DGC) ("Detour Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Pierre Beaudoin as Senior Vice President, Capital Projects. Pierre will be responsible for advancing the Detour Lake gold project towards production. Pierre's initial efforts will focus on the finalization of the on-going feasibility study and assembling the construction and operation teams to bring this major open pit mining project into production.

Schneider Electric Announces PlantStruxure(TM) -- A Collaborative System for Process Management That Optimizes Energy Usage

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

PALATINE, IL--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - Schneider Electric today announced its PlantStruxureT architecture, a new collaborative system that allows industrial and infrastructure companies to meet their automation needs and at the same time deliver on growing energy management requirements. The system offers flexible, scalable and collaborative architectures that are the building blocks for manufacturing and process within Schneider Electric's comprehensive EcoStruxureT energy management architecture portfolio. EcoStruxure allows organizations to improve energy efficiencies across multiple domains of business including process automation. PlantStruxure integrates both hardware and software components throughout the plant, delivering a complete process manage

Dynamic Materials Corporation Schedules Fourth Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

BOULDER, CO--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - Dynamic Materials Corporation ("DMC") (NASDAQ: BOOM), the world's leading provider of explosion-welded clad metal plates, will announce fourth quarter and full-year financial results after the stock market closes on Thursday, March 4, 2010. The Company is currently working with its auditors and valuation consultants to complete annual goodwill impairment testing on its Oilfield Products segment. The Oilfield Products business, which accounted for approximately 11% of DMC's total revenue through the first nine months of fiscal 2009, originated from the Company's 2007 acquisition of DYNAenergetics, and was expanded by the October 2009 acquisition of LRI Oil Tools. The impairment test is being performed as of Dec. 31, 2009.

Vantex's Mitsumi Property Located at Only 6 km from First Gold

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

LA PRAIRIE, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - The management of Vantex Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:VAX) wishes to remind its shareholders that the company holds a 100% interest in the Mitsumi property, located in the sheet 33C01, less than 6 km (border to border) north of the recent discovery of First Gold Exploration . L

Ressources Vantex Lt�e : Propri�t� Mitsumi � 6 km de First Gold

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

LA PRAIRIE, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 9 f�v. 2010) - La direction de Ressources Vantex Lt�e (TSX CROISSANCE:VAX) d�sire rappeler � ses actionnaires que la compagnie d�tient un int�r�t de 100% dans la propri�t� Mitsumi, localis�e dans le feuillet 33C01 � moins de 6 km (fronti�re � fronti�re) au nord de la r�cente d�couverte de First Gold Exploration. S

Crocodile Gold Lists on OTCQX-The Premier Tier of the U.S. Over-the-Counter Market

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:30:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Crocodile Gold Corp. (TSX:CRK)(OTCQX:CROCF)(FRANKFURT:XGC) ("Crocodile Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce it has commenced trading on OTCQX(R), the prestigious tier of the U.S. Over-the-Counter ("OTC") market, under the symbol "CROCF". In addition, Crocodile Gold recently began trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol "XGC". A

Aberdeen International Announces Stephan Theron as New Chief Financial Officer

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:30:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - ABERDEEN INTERNATIONAL INC. ("Aberdeen" or the "Company") (TSX:AAB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephan Theron, B.Comm, CGA, as its new Chief Financial Officer and Senior Analyst�effective February 1, 2010. In addition to acting as Aberdeen's CFO, Mr. Theron will also assist in the analysis and management of Aberdeen's investment portfolio.

Brazil Potash Corp. Starts Second Drill Rig at Amazonas State Potash Project

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:30:00 EST

BELO HORIZONTE, BRAZIL--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Brazil Potash Corp. ("Brazil Potash" or the "Company") reports that the second drill rig commenced drilling on February 2, 2010 with respect to the previously announced award of drilling contract on its extensive property in the State of Amazonas, Brazil (see Press Releases dated November 3, 2009 and January 15, 2010).�Drilling on the first target at Autazes is progressing and is presently drilling below 400 meters depth.

Allana Potash Corp. Provides Update on Exploration Activities in Ethiopia

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:30:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 9, 2010) - Allana Potash Corp. Inc. (TSX VENTURE:AAA) ("Allana" or the "Company"), is pleased to provide an update of exploration activities at its Danakhil Potash Project in Ethiopia. T

Allied Nevada Provides Preliminary 2009 Operating Results and 2010 Outlook

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:30:00 EST

Expects Cost of Sales for 2009 of Approximately $392/Ounce

China Armco Metals Approved for Listing on NYSE Amex

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST

SAN MATEO, CA--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - �China Armco Metals, Inc. (OTCBB: CNAM), a distributor of imported metal ore with plans to launch a new state of the art scrap metal recycling facility in China, today announced that it has received approval to list its common stock on NYSE Amex.�The Company anticipates it will begin trading on NYSE Amex beginning Wednesday, February 10, 2010 under the symbol CNAM.�

Ressources Conway d�pose une circulaire d'information de la direction amend�e

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:54:00 EST

QUEBEC, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 8 f�v. 2010) - A la demande de l'Autorit� des march�s financiers (AMF), Ressources Conway inc. (TSX CROISSANCE:CWY) a d�pos� aujourd'hui sur SEDAR une circulaire d'information de la direction amend�e (la "Circulaire") pour se conformer � l'Annexe 51-102A - D�claration de la r�mun�ration de la haute direction du R�glement 51-102 sur les obligations d'information continue. L

Conway Resources Files Amended Management Information Circular

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:53:00 EST

QUEBEC CITY, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - At the request of the Autorite des marches financiers (AMF), Conway Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:CWY) has filed today an amended Management Information Circular (the "Circular") on SEDAR in order to comply with Form 51-102F6 Statement of Executive Compensation under Regulation 51-102 respecting continuous disclosure obligations. T

Vaaldiam Receives Interim Order for Transaction With Tiomin and Provides Update Regarding Previously Announced Unsolicited Take-Over Bid

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:30:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Vaaldiam Resources Ltd. (TSX:VAA) announced today that it obtained an interim order from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List) with respect to Vaaldiam's previously-announced Plan of Arrangement with Tiomin Resources Inc. ("Tiomin") (TSX:TIO) (see press release dated January 18, 2010). Pursuant to the plan of arrangement Tiomin will acquire all of the outstanding common shares of Vaaldiam in an all-share transaction on the basis of 0.80 Tiomin common share for each Vaaldiam common share (the "Plan of Arrangement"). Following completion of the Plan of Arrangement, and subject to regulatory approvals, Vaaldiam will be a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tiomin with Vaaldiam's existing shareholders owning approximately 30% of Tiomin.

Teck Reports Fourth Quarter Results for 2009

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:10:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - A

DOT Intersects Higher Grade Copper-Gold Mineralization

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:20:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - DOT Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:DOT) ("DOT" or the "Corporation") is pleased to announce the results of 7 of 15 diamond drill holes ("DDH") from its recently completed diamond drilling program on its 100% owned Dot porphyry copper property (the "Property") located 17 kilometres south of the Highland Valley Mining District, in central British Columbia (see Figure 1). T

Regal Resources Inc.: News Release

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:50:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Regal Resources Inc. (CNSX:RGR) (the "Company" or "Regal") -

Western Lithium Appoints Corporate Secretary

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:47:00 EST

RENO, NEVADA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Western Lithium Corporation (TSX VENTURE:WLC)(PINK SHEETS:WLCDF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracy Hansen as Corporate Secretary, effective January 8, 2010.�

Thelon Capital Ltd.: Non Brokered Private Placement

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:25:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Thelon Capital Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:THC)�is pleased to announce that it has arranged for a combined $400,000 Non Brokered Private placement and debt settlement at .11 cents a unit. Each unit will consist of one common share and one 2 year share purchase warrant exercisable @ .20 the first year and .30 the second. This is subject to TSX Ventures approval.

Riverstone Raises $1.8 Million

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:12:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) -

Pan American Silver Reschedules 2009 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAA)(NASDAQ:PAAS) today announced that it has rescheduled the conference call to discuss its unaudited 2009 fourth quarter and annual results to Tuesday, February 16^th at 8:00 am Pacific Time (11:00 am Eastern Time).�

Rhyolite Resources Ltd. Announces Brokered Private Placement

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:29:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) -

Gold Bullion Drilling Confirms Extension of Granada Gold Mine Mineralization

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:17:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Gold Bullion Development Corp. (TSX VENTURE:GBB) (the "Company" or "Gold Bullion") is pleased to announce additional assay results from its first two phases of drilling at the Granada Gold Mine, located six kilometers south of Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec.

Gold Bullion's drilling at the Granada Gold Mine, located along the prolific "Cadillac Trend" which hosts numerous multi-million ounce gold deposits, is intended to outline additional mineralization along known trends.�

Tribute Announces the Signing of an Exploration Agreement With Webequie First Nation

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:17:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Tribute Minerals Inc. (the "Company" or "Tribute") (TSX VENTURE:TBM) is please to announce the signing of an exploration agreement with the Webequie First Nation ("WFN"). This agreement is a sign of mutual respect between Tribute and the people of the Webequie First Nation. "I would just like to say that we look forward to working with Tribute Minerals Inc. and look forward to a long business relationship and to the betterment of both parties." Chief Cornelius Wabasse of the Webequie First Nation stated. Ian Brodie-Brown, President of Tribute added "This agreement will allow Tribute's exploration to move forward in an organized and cooperative fashion."

Gold Canyon Completes Private Placement for $360,000

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:14:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Gold Canyon Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:GCU)(PINK SHEETS:GDCRF) ("Gold Canyon" or "the Company") is pleased to announce closing of its previously announced private placement of common share units (the "Units") at a price per Unit of $0.21 for gross proceeds to the Company of $360,000. Each Unit is comprised of one common share in the capital of the Company and one non-transferable share purchase warrant of the Company, exercisable at any time up to 4:30 p.m. (Vancouver time) on February 8, 2012 for one common share at a price of $0.35 per share.

Titan Uranium Inc. Begins 2010 Winter Drilling Program on Border Block Project

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:05:00 EST

SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Titan Uranium Inc. ("Titan" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:TUE)(FRANKFURT:T4X) is pleased to announce that the Company's Winter 2010 drilling program is underway on the Border Block project. The Border Block project is the subject of a Letter of Agreement between Titan and Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation (JOGMEC) wherein JOGMEC can earn a 50% undivided interest in the project by funding Cdn $6 million in exploration over four years (Titan Uranium Inc. PR, November 12, 2008). JOGMEC has elected to accelerate funding by providing an additional $500,000 during the second earn-in period which ends March 31, 2010.

Aldrin Makes Advisory Board Appointment

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:47:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Aldrin Resource Corp. ("Aldrin") (TSX VENTURE:ALN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Shawn Ryan from Ryanwood Exploration Inc. to its advisory board.

Ucore Uranium Announces Results Up to 10.04% Treo From Its Lost Pond Joint Venture in Western Newfoundland

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:44:00 EST

HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) -

Trevali Expands High-Grade Mineralization at Magistral North Deposit

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:19:00 EST

Intersects significant footwall mineralization-opens up new target

Gemcom Announces Appointment of New Executives to Senior Management Team

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:52:00 EST

Technology Industry Executives Join Gemcom Senior Management Team as Chief Financial Officer and Minex Business Unit Director

Appleton Discovers Zone of Continuous Gold Mineralization at Manalo

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:51:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Appleton Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:AEX) is pleased to announce that drilling in the area of high grade gold mineralization in the Dialafara southern segment has discovered a zone of continuous gold mineralization with drill hole MDL09-073 intersecting 25 metres of 6.27 grams per metric tonne (g/t) gold at a vertical depth of 88 metres. Check screen metallic assays of the same interval returned 25 metres of 4.56 g/t Au.

Compass Gold Announces Increase to Private Placement

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:31:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Compass Gold Corporation (TSX VENTURE:CVB.H) (the "Company") announces that further to the Company's news release of December 4, 2009 announcing the Company's non-brokered private placement, the number of units to be offered has been increased from 10,000,000 units to up to 13,333,333 units at $0.15 per unit in the capital stock of the Company for gross proceeds of up to $2,000,000.

Jubilee Gold Inc. Announces Grant of Incentive Stock Options

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:18:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Jubilee Gold Inc. (TSX VENTURE:JUB), CUSIP number 481249100, announces that pursuant to the Company's Rolling Stock Option Plan (approved by the Shareholders on December 21^st, 2009) the following options have been granted to the President and Director, Jeffrey J. Becker 600,000, to Maureen L. Friesen, Director, 100,000, Grant V. Ohman, Director, 100,000, William R. Troup, Consultant, 300,000, Sigrid I. Ades, Secretary-Treasurer, 300,000, Mark R. Warkentin, Director, 100,000, Howard L. Banting, Consultant, 200,000 and I. Eileen Green, Consultant, 200,000 for a total of 1,900,000 Common Shares at an exercise price of $0.20, expiry date February 4^th, 2015. The Fair Market Value at grant was $0.19 per share.

Adriana Announces Second Flow-Through Private Placement Closing and 2010 Program to Increase and Upgrade Resources at Its Lac Otelnuk Property in Quebec

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:11:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Adriana Resources Inc. ("Adriana" or the "Company") - (TSX VENTURE:ADI) announces that it has closed the second tranche of a non-brokered structured private placement by issuing 4,270,000 flow-through common shares at $0.89 per share (the "Second Closing") for gross proceeds of $3.8 million.�All securities issued under the Second Closing will be subject to a four-month hold period expiring on June 6, 2010. The Company has raised aggregate gross proceeds from both tranches of the private placement of approximately $5 million.�Finder's fees totaling $250,090 are payable by the Company to certain third parties in respect of both tranches of the private placement.

Rocmec intercepte 16.33 gr/t sur la Boucher � Rocmec 1

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:06:00 EST

VAUDREUIL-DORION, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 8 f�v. 2010) - Corporation mini�re Rocmec inc. (la ��compagnie��) (TSX CROISSANCE:RMI) (FRANCFORT:D5O) est heureuse d'annoncer les r�sultats des trous RS-04-09 et RS-05-09 de son programme de forage au diamant effectu� en fin d'ann�e 2009 sur sa propri�t� aurif�re de Rocmec 1, situ�e dans la municipalit� de Rouyn-Noranda, Qu�bec.

Rocmec Intercepts 16.33 g/t on the Boucher Structure at Rocmec 1

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:03:00 EST

VAUDREUIL-DORION, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Rocmec Mining inc. (the ��company��) (TSX VENTURE:RMI) (FRANKFURT:D5O) is pleased to announce preliminary diamond drill results from its 2009 diamond drill campaign at its Rocmec 1 gold property, located in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec.

Fission Intersects 4m Zone of High Radioactivity at Unconformity

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:59:00 EST

KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - FISSION ENERGY CORP. (TSX VENTURE:FIS) ("Fission" or the "Company") is pleased to update its Waterbury Lake Project winter drill program. On January 25^th, the Company reported significant anomalous radioactivity for hole WAT10-063A, the 2^nd hole of a planned 20 hole program. Three additional drill holes have since been completed in close proximity to WAT10-063A, to help define the extent and geometry of the new discovery, which has been named the "J-Zone". All three holes have intersected significant anomalous radioactivity including a 4m interval (203.5m to 207.5m) of high radioactivity, ranging from 500 cps to >9999 cps (off scale), in hole WAT10-066. The unconformity intersection in WAT10-066 represents a 15m off-set to the south from WAT10-063A.

Corex Commences Drilling at Santana Property

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:37:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Corex Gold Corp. (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:CGE)�has commenced drilling on its Santana gold project in Sonora State, Mexico. The program will comprise of a 5,000 meter (30 hole) diamond drilling program: Approximately 3,500 meters (20 holes) to follow up on previous drilling success (please refer to news release dated August 18, 2009) and approximately 1,500 meters (10 holes) of drilling targeted on new zones identified via the 3D IP Survey. This 5000 meter program is the beginning of Corex's larger 2010 drill program that is planned to include an RC drill in March an additional diamond drill rig in the spring.

Encore Renaissance Reports Initial Samples on New Portal Vein

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:10:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - ENCORE RENAISSANCE RESOURCES CORP. (TSX VENTURE:EZ) (FRANKFURT:OUH1) (PINK SHEETS:ERRCF) Encore Renaissance Resources Corp. (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:EZ) reports on the initial sampling results of a quartz vein and veined stock work zone discovered on the Bonaparte Gold Project decline. This is one of numerous repetitious quartz veined systems expected to be encountered through the development of Encore's underground mine plans. The quartz sulphide zone is trending north by north-east with sets of veins trending east-west and includes the randomly broad network of quartz sulphide stock work zoned as a high-level porphyry deposit that have been identified. The new vein 20 zone was encountered 12.07 metres down from the portal entrance and is currently still extracting well mineralized quartz sulphide ore at the decline heading face. To date

Forum and Hathor Commence Drilling at the Henday Project, Athabasca Basin

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Forum Uranium Corp. (TSX VENTURE:FDC) and Hathor Exploration Limited (TSX VENTURE:HAT) have started their 18 hole drill program on the Henday project in northern Saskatchewan. This $1.65 million exploration program is operated by Forum and funded by Hathor, according to a Joint venture Option Agreement executed by the two companies. A ground gravity and electromagnetic geophysical survey has also begun that will be used to identify additional targets for future drilling.

Hathor and Forum Commence Drilling at the Henday Project, Athabasca Basin

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Forum Uranium Corp. (TSX VENTURE:FDC) and Hathor Exploration Limited (HAT: TSX-V) have started their 18-hole diamond drill program on the Henday project in northern Saskatchewan. This C$1.65 million exploration program is operated by Forum and funded by Hathor, according to a Joint Venture Option Agreement executed by the two companies. A ground gravity and electromagnetic geophysical survey has also begun that will be used to identify additional targets for future drilling.

Stina's Soil Samples Confirm a Strong Gold Anomaly on its Yukon Dime Property

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:50:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Stina Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:SQA) (the "Company" or "Stina") announces the completion of a soil sample program that successfully confirms the anomalous gold results on their Dime claim block from earlier soil sampling programs by Tech Exploration in 1998-2000 and Fjordland Exploration in early 2000s. The 128 Dime claims comprise 2,655 hectares or about 26 square kilometers. The contiguous claims are located within the Ten Mile Creek area, an important past producer of placer gold, within the Dawson mining district in Yukon Territory. The property is about 75 km south of Dawson and 45 kilometers northwest of the Underworld-White gold property and Stina's Kodiak property, another promising gold property in similar geologic terrain. Gold is the primary target for exploration on the Dime claims. Refer to the 2009-07-23 News Release for particulars of the history of th

KAT Exploration Secures Large Land Packages Around Its Handcamp and Twi-lite Properties

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:43:00 EST

MOUNT PEARL, NL--(Marketwire - February 8, 2010) - KAT Exploration Inc. (PINKSHEETS: KATX) www.KATexploration.com would like to inform its investors that it has secured areas of interest around its Handcamp and Twi-lite properties.

Exploration First Gold inc. : 1,50% Li2O, 2755 g/t Rb, 290 ppm Ta2O5 et 155 g/t Be sur 13,40 m�tres

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:37:00 EST

LAVAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 8 f�v. 2010) - Exploration First Gold inc. (TSX CROISSANCE:EFG)(FRANCFORT:F12) est heureuse d'annoncer ses meilleurs r�sultats de forage, � ce jour, sur sa propri�t� Lac Pivert/Rose. Le forage LR-09-07 a rapport� des teneurs de 1,50 % Li2O, 2 755 g/t Rb, 290 ppm Ta2O5 et 155 g/t Be sur 13,40 m�tres et le forage LR-09-09 a rapport� des teneurs de 1,46 % Li2O, 3 257 g/t Rb, 228 ppm Ta2O5 et 132 g/t Be sur 12,1 m�tres. La Soci�t� a aussi ajout� les r�sultats forts attendus du tantale des trous pr�c�demment annonc�s. Les valeurs des intersections sont toutes sup�rieures � 200 ppm Ta2O5 ou 200 g/t. Voici le tableau complet des r�sultats obtenus jusqu'� pr�sent.

First Gold Exploration Inc.: 1.50% Li2O, 2,755 g/t Rb, 290 ppm Ta2O5 and 155 g/t Be over 13.40 metres

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:35:00 EST

LAVAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - First Gold Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:EFG)(FRANKFURT:F12) is pleased to report the best drill results to date on its Lac Pivert/Rose property. Hole LR-09-07 returned grades of 1.50% Li2O, 2,755 g/t Rb, 290 ppm Ta2O5 and 155 g/t Be over 13.40 metres, and Hole LR-09-09 returned grades of 1.46% Li2O, 3,257 g/t Rb, 228 ppm Ta2O5 and 132 g/t Be over 12.1 metres. The Company is also adding the highly-anticipated tantalum results for previously-reported holes. Intersection values are all above 200 ppm or 200 g/t Ta2O5. The following table shows the all the results obtained to date.

New Exploration Program Developed by Matamec for Matheson JV property

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:34:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Matamec Explorations Inc. ("Matamec") (TSX VENTURE:MAT)�is pleased to announce that Goldcorp Canada Inc./Goldcorp Inc. ("Goldcorp") has accepted the new exploration program proposed by Matamec for the Matheson JV property for 2010.

Nouveau programme d'exploration de Matamec pour la propri�t� Matheson JV

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:34:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 8 f�v. 2010) - Matamec Explorations Inc. ("Matamec") (TSX CROISSANCE:MAT)�a le plaisir d'annoncer que la soci�t� Goldcorp Canada Inc./Goldcorp Inc. ("Goldcorp") a approuv� le programme d'exploration pour 2010 con�u par Matamec pour la propri�t� Matheson JV.

Atlanta Business Chronicle Profile: Dutch Gold Resources, Inc.

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:20:00 EST

ATLANTA, GA--(Marketwire - February 8, 2010) - Dutch Gold Resources, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: DGRI) (the "Company") (http://dutchgold.com) is pleased to announce that it has been profiled in the Atlanta Business Chronicle, the definitive source for information on the leading businesses in the marketplace. It has published a comprehensive interview with Dutch Gold Resources, Inc. Chairman and CEO Daniel Hollis, in the February 5, 2010 edition, released Friday.

Millstream Closes a Private Loan

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:07:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Millstream Mines Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:MLM)(FRANKFURT:NJD) is pleased to announce that it has negotiated a C$170,000 third party unsecured private demand loan bearing 6% annual interest, compounded monthly. The Company has executed a Promissory Note in support of the loan.

Silvermex Announces Fully Subscribed Private Placement

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:05:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Silvermex Resources Ltd. (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:SMR) is pleased to announce that it has fully subscribed a total of 15,350,655 units pursuant to the private placement announced on February 2, 2010 for gross proceeds of $6,907,750. The Company will proceed to file final documentation with the TSX Venture Exchange Inc.

Brett Reports That the New Sawbill North Road Opens

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:40:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Brett Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:BBR) (the "Company" or "Brett") is pleased to announce that the Sawbill North road was officially opened on February 2, 2010. Approximately 26 kilometres in length, this road provides a shorter link between Brett's mineral properties in the Hammond Reef Area and the community of Atikokan. The road will also provide access for other resource related activities in the area.

Rubidium, beryllium, tantale et c�sium associ�s � la d�couverte de lithium de SIRIOS-DIOS

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:39:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 8 f�v. 2010) - RESSOURCES SIRIOS INC. (TSX CROISSANCE:SOI) annonce les r�sultats d'analyses de plusieurs m�taux associ�s � sa d�couverte de lithium sur la propri�t� PONTAX-LITHIUM d�tenue � parts �gales avec EXPLORATION DIOS INC. (TSX CROISSANCE:DOS) � la Baie James au Qu�bec. Des teneurs atteignant jusqu'� 4�980 ppm (g/t) sur 1,8 m en rubidium (Rb), 484 ppm sur 3 m en b�ryllium (Be), 204 ppm en tantale sur 4 m et 480 ppm sur 2 m en c�sium (Cs) ont �t� obtenues dans les pegmatites � lithium.

Duncastle Announces Private Placements and Amendment to Property Agreement

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Duncastle Gold Corp. (TSX VENTURE:DUN)(FRANKFURT:5D3) (the "Company") reported today that it plans to issue up to 6.875 million common shares in two non-brokered private placements for total gross proceeds of C$500,000.

Kirrin Resources Announces Results Up to 10.04% TREO From Its Recently Completed Prospecting Program on the Lost Pond REE Project

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Kirrin Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:KYM) is pleased to announce that it has received assay results from its prospecting and sampling program carried out in October-November, 2009 on its Lost Pond rare earth element (REE) property, located near Stephenville, Newfoundland & Labrador.

Franklin Energy Division Acquired by Energy Management International

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - February 8, 2010) - Franklin Mining, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: FMNJ) (FRANKFURT: FMJ) is pleased to announce that the company's energy division has been fully acquired by Energy Management International, Inc., formerly Gust Engineering & Speed Production, Inc. The new company is currently working to complete the purchase of two companies holding oil and gas interests in Texas and to finalize several oil and natural gas projects in South America.

Stans Energy Corp. Options KCMP Rare Earth Processing Plant

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:27:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Stans Energy Corp., (Stans) (TSX VENTURE:RUU) has entered into an exclusive 12 month agreement (the "Option Agreement") with the "Kyrgyz Chemical and Metallurgical Plant" (KCMP) to option the processing plants that previously isolated and recovered each of the 15 rare earth elements (REEs) from the Kutessay II mine. The REE mine Kutessay II and associated Kalesay beryllium deposit were recently acquired by Stans and are 100% owned by the company. [News Release December 29, 2009].

Rubidium, Beryllium, Tantalum and Cesium Associated With the SIRIOS-DIOS Lithium Discovery

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:27:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - SIRIOS RESOURCES INC. (TSX VENTURE:SOI)announces the assay results of several metals associated with its lithium discovery on the PONTAX - LITHIUM property, which is equally held with EXPLORATION DIOS INC. (TSX VENTURE:DOS), in James Bay, Quebec. The results from the lithium pegmatites show grades of up to 4,980�ppm (g/t) over 1.8 m of rubidium (Rb), 484 ppm over 3 m in beryllium (Be), 204�ppm over 4 m in tantalum and 480 ppm over 2�m of cesium.

Katanga Announces 2009 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:21:00 EST

BAAR, SWITZERLAND--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Katanga Mining Limited (TSX:KAT) ("Katanga" or the "Company") today announces its financial results for the 2009 fourth quarter and fiscal year end. Katanga's Financial Statements and Management's Discussion and Analysis will be filed on SEDAR, www.sedar.com.

Castillian Enters Agreement to Acquire Hope Brook Gold Mine Project, Newfoundland

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:10:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Castillian Resources Corporation ("Castillian" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:CT) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement (the "Letter Agreement") to acquire a 100% interest in approximately 993 claims comprising the Hope Brook Gold Project located on the southwest coast of Newfoundland (the "Property") from the Quinlan Brothers prospectors (the "Vendors").�

Forsys Metals Corp Announces Appointment of New CEO and Changes to the Board

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:06:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Forsys Metals Corp ("Forsys" or the "Company") (TSX:FSY)(FRANKFURT:F2T)(NSX:FSY) is pleased to announce that mining executive Mr. Marcel Hilmer has been appointed as CEO and a Director of the Company. Mr. Hilmer, currently a business development executive with First Quantum Minerals Limited has extensive experience in the mining sector and a successful career spanning more than 25 years in senior management positions with international organizations.

Rubidium, Beryllium, Tantale et C�sium associ�s � la d�couverte de lithium de DIOS-SIRIOS

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:05:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 8 f�v. 2010) - EXPLORATION DIOS INC. (TSX CROISSANCE:DOS) annonce les r�sultats d'analyses de plusieurs m�taux associ�s � sa r�cente d�couverte de lithium sur la propri�t� PONTAX-LITHIUM d�tenue � parts �gales avec RESSOURCES SIRIOS INC. (TSX CROISSANCE:SOI) � la Baie James au Qu�bec. Des teneurs atteignant jusqu'� 4 980 ppm (ou g/t) sur 1,8 m en rubidium (Rb), 2 812 ppm Rb sur 5 m et 2 735 ppm Rb sur 4 m, 484 ppm sur 3 m en b�ryllium (Be) et 436 ppm Be sur 5 m, 204 ppm en tantale sur 4 m et 480 ppm sur 2 m en c�sium (Cs) ont �t� obtenues dans les pegmatites � lithium.

Rubidium, Beryllium, Tantalum and Cesium Associated With the DIOS-SIRIOS Lithium Discovery

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:05:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - DIOS EXPLORATION INC. (TSX VENTURE:DOS) reports assay results for several metals associated with its lithium discovery on the PONTAX - LITHIUM property, James Bay, Quebec, owned in equal partnership with SIRIOS RESOURCES INC. (TSX VENTURE:SOI). The lithium pegmatites return values up to 4,980 ppm (g/t) rubidium (Rb) over 1.8 m (meter), 2,812 ppm Rb over 5 m and 2,735 ppm Rb over 4 m; 484 ppm beryllium (Be) over 3 m and 436 ppm Be over 5 m; 204 ppm tantalum (Ta) over 4 m and 2 m with 480 ppm cesium (Cs).

Pacific Bay Minerals Ltd.: Strong Rare Earth Element Assays Released for Cueva del Chacho Uranium Property, Argentina

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Mr. David H. Brett, President and CEO, Pacific Bay Minerals Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:PBM) (the "Company" or "Pacific Bay"), reports soil and rock samples strongly anomalous in Rare Earth Elements ("REEs") from the Company's 100% owned Cueva del Chacho Property in La Rioja province, Argentina, with values up to 832 ppm Cerium and 338 ppm Lanthanum. A follow up program of sampling and mapping is planned for March 2010.

Century Mining Corporation: Workforce at San Juan Gold Mine in Peru Returns to Work

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

BLAINE, WASHINGTON--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Century Mining Corporation ("Century" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:CMM) is pleased to announce that strike action taken by union workers on February 2, 2010, at the Company's San Juan Gold Mine in Peru, was ruled illegal by the Ministry of Work in Peru. The union workforce returned to work on February 7, 2010, and mining operations have resumed.

Eskay Mining Corporation Announces Grant of Options

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - ESKAY MINING CORPORATION (the "Company" or "ESK") (TSX VENTURE:ESK) announces that a total of 1,400,000 options to purchase common shares of the Company have been granted to directors and officers at an exercise price of $0.25 per share, expiring on February 1, 2015. The grant is subject to regulatory approval. H

Xemplar Intersects U3O8 Mineralization Over 52 Metres at Big Yellow

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Xemplar Energy Corp. (TSX VENTURE:XE)(FRANKFURT:E7R)(NAMIBIA:XEM) (the "Company") has released chemical assay results for an additional 27 drill holes from the Company's 2009 drill program at the Big Yellow West zone located at its 100-per-cent-owned Warmbad uranium project in Southern Namibia.

Gryphon Gold Announces Partial Reduction and Amendment of Convertible Note and Update on Private Placement

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:45:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Gryphon Gold Corporation ("Gryphon Gold") (TSX:GGN)(OTCBB:GYPH) is pleased to announce that it has exercised its right to reduce by US$2,500,000 the principal amount of the 5% Convertible Note ("Note") due March 30, 2010 and extend the maturity date to March 30, 2012.

Strongbow Updates Snowbird Nickel Project, Including Nickel King

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Strongbow Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:SBW) is pleased to provide a summary and update of its wholly owned Snowbird nickel project, including the Nickel King deposit. The Snowbird project extends for over 200 km from northern Saskatchewan into the Northwest Territories.

Teras Extends Amended Confidentiality and Standstill Agreement

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Teras Resources Inc. ("Teras" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:TRA): Further to a press release dated October 8, 2009, and press release dated February 4, 2010 in relation to the closing of the $1,500,000 subscription receipt financing, Peter Leger, President and Chief Executive Officer of Teras is pleased to announce that Teras has extended the expiry of the amended and restated confidentiality and standstill agreement (the "Restated Standstill Agreement") to February 12, 2010 in order to negotiate an earn-in agreement with a company whose interests include a property with historic gold deposits.�All other terms of the Restated Standstill Agreement remain the same.�Teras and the company are currently negotiating and working toward completing the earn-in agreement.�Upon execution of the earn-in agreement, each o

Kaminak Receives CDN $2.2 Million From Warrant Exercises

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Kaminak Gold Corporation (TSX VENTURE:KAM) today announced that the Company has received proceeds of CDN $2,268,353 from the exercise of 4,124,279 common share purchase warrants (the "Warrants") at C$0.55 per Warrant. The Warrants expired on February 5^th, 2010 and were issued in connection with the Company's financings completed in June and July 2009.

Intrepid Mines Limited: Tujuh Bukit KP Converted to IUP Confirms Long Term Tenure

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Intrepid Mines Limited (TSX:IAU)(ASX:IAU) (the "Company") is pleased to report�important regulatory progress in the advancement of the Tujuh Bukit project in Indonesia.

Holloway Mine-Smoke Deep Drilling Returns Encouraging Results

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:07:00 EST

17.58 g/t Au over 6.4 metres, including 23.27g/t Au over 4.2 metres, and 17.58 g/t over 6.4 metres

Western Areas Announces December 2009 Interim Profit Guidance

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

PERTH, AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Western Areas NL (TSX:WSA)(ASX:WSA) -

Latin American Minerals Inc. Applies for Extension of Warrants Exercisable for Common Shares at $0.50 Per Common Share

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Latin American Minerals Inc. (TSX VENTURE:LAT) (the "Corporation") announces that an application has been made to the TSX Venture Exchange (the "Exchange") for a one year extension for share purchase warrants ("Warrants") issued pursuant to the 13,378,001 unit ("Unit") bought deal private placement at a price of $0.30 per Unit completed on August 19, 2008. Each Unit is comprised of one common share of the Corporation ("Common Share") and one-half of one Warrant. Each full Warrant is exercisable for one Common Share at an exercise price of $0.50 per Common Share. The current expiry date of the Warrants is February 19, 2010.

Firestone Ventures Seeks Approval to Accelerate Warrant Exercise

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Firestone Ventures Inc. (TSX VENTURE:FV)(FRANKFURT:F5V) ("Firestone" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it is making an application to the TSX Venture Exchange (the "Exchange") for approval of an incentive program to encourage the early exercise of warrants issued in June 2009 (the "June 2009 Warrants"). This incentive offer is applicable to 13,500,000 Warrants, which can be exercised at a price of $0.15 per share for aggregate gross proceeds of $2,025,000. The proceeds from the early exercise of the June 2009 Warrants will be used to fund exploration expenditures and for general working capital purposes.

RETRANSMISSION-Tethys Petroleum Limited: Kazakh Exploration Well Flows Over 6,800 Barrels of Oil per Day

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

BOZOI, KAZAKHSTAN--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Tethys Petroleum Limited ("Tethys" or the "Company") (TSX:TPL) today announced the initial results of testing on the upper zone of the AKD01 oil discovery in Kazakhstan. The upper zone flowed oil at a restricted rate of over 5,400 barrels per day. Combined with the recent testing on the lower zone the AKD01 well has now flowed oil at a combined rate in excess of 6,800 barrels per day. "

Conway Resources to Acquire Property North of First Gold Exploration Rare Metals and High Grade Lithium Discovery

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST

QUEBEC CITY, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Conway Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:CWY) is pleased to announce that it has signed an acquisition agreement under which the Company will acquire a 100% interest in 14 contiguous mining claims covering an area of 742 hectares in Eastmain township, just a few kilometers north of the First Gold property. F

Ressources Conway acquiert une propri�t� au nord de la d�couverte � haute teneur de m�taux rares et de lithium d'Exploration First Gold

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST

QUEBEC, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 8 f�v. 2010) - Ressources Conway inc. (TSX CROISSANCE:CWY) est heureuse d'annoncer qu'elle a sign� une entente visant l'acquisition d'un int�r�t de 100% dans 14 titres miniers contigus couvrant une superficie de 742 hectares dans le canton Eastmain � quelques kilom�tres au nord de la propri�t� de First Gold. E

Next Generation Bio-Fuels Produce Excellent Power in Axial Vector Family of Engines

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:56:00 EST

DUBAI, UAE--(Marketwire - February 8, 2010) - Axial Vector Energy Corporation ("AVEC") (PINKSHEETS: AXVC) (FRANKFURT: BAE1) confirmed today its family of marine/aviation/heavy industry engines are capable of producing excellent power cycles using next generation bio-fuels, in addition to today's bio-fuels, such as palm oil and corn ethanol, as well as other cropped-based fuels.

Green Energy Project Construction Driving Shortages of Skilled Craft Labor in North America, a "Navigating the Currents of Change" Webcast on Industrialinfo.com

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:00:00 EST

SUGAR LAND, TX--(Marketwire - February 8, 2010) - Written by John Egan for Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Regulators can set deadlines. Companies can issue bids. But if local labor markets have a shortage of skilled craft labor, projects won't get done on time or on budget.

Medusa Mining Limited: Investor Presentation

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:09:00 EST

COMO, WESTERN AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Medusa Mining Limited (TSX:MLL)(ASX:MML)(AIM:MML) -

Randgold Resources Final Dividend for 2009 - Election for Sterling Dividend

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:11:00 EST

LONDON--(Marketwire - February 8, 2010) - Randgold Resources Limited has declared an annual dividend for the year ended 31 December 2009 of US$0.17 per share. The dividend payment will be made on 18 March 2010 to shareholders on the register on 26 February 2010. The ex-dividend date will be 24 February 2010.

Randgold Resources - Profit, Production and Reserves Soar in Record Year

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:11:00 EST

JERSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS--(Marketwire - February 8, 2010) -

Randgold Resources - Final dividend for 2009

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:01:00 EST

JERSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS--(Marketwire - February 8, 2010) -


RANDGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED
Incorporated in Jersey, Channel Islands
Reg. No. 62686
LSE Trading Symbol: RRS
Nasdaq Trading Symbol: GOLD

("Randgold Resources" or the "Company")


FINAL DIVIDEND FOR 2009 - ELECTION FOR STERLING DIVIDEND


London, 8 February 2010 - Randgold Resources Limited has declared an
annual dividend for the year ended 31 December 2009 of US$0.17 per
share. The dividend payment will be made on 18 March 2010 to
shareholders on the register on 26 February 2010. The ex-dividend date
will be 24 February 2010.


The United States dollar is the Company's main economic and reporting
currency. It is therefore the natural currency in which to determine
dividends. Nevertheless, shareholders wishing for the conversion of
dividend payments into sterling may do so by completing a sterling
election form which is available on the Company's website
(www.randgoldresources.

Greystar Resources Receives C$6.1 Million From Exercise of Warrants By IFC

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - Greystar Resources Ltd. (the "Company") (TSX:GSL)(AIM:GSL) is pleased to announce that the Company has received proceeds of C$6,093,947 from the exercise of 2,467,185 common share purchase warrants at a price of C$2.47 per share.�The share purchase warrants were associated with the Company's financing completed with IFC (International Finance Corporation), a member of the World Bank Group, on March�20, 2009.�Following the warrant exercise, IFC's position in Greystar totals 9,046,346 shares or 10.76% of the Company's issued and outstanding shares.�To date, IFC has not sold any shares that it has purchased in Greystar.�IFC continues to hold an additional 2,467,185 common share purchase warrants exercisable at a price of C$2.47 per share which expire on March 20, 2014.�As of February�8,&

Randgold Resources Announces Q4 results and update

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:00:00 EST

JERSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS--(Marketwire - February 8, 2010) -

Tethys Petroleum Limited: Kazakh Exploration Well Flows Over 6,800 Barrels of Oil per Day

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:05:00 EST

BOZOI, KAZAKHSTAN--(Marketwire - Feb. 7, 2010) - Tethys Petroleum Limited ("Tethys" or the "Company") (TSX:TPL) today announced the initial results of testing on the upper zone of the AKD01 oil discovery in Kazakhstan. The upper zone flowed oil at a restricted rate of over 5,400 barrels per day. Combined with the recent testing on the lower zone the AKD01 well has now flowed oil at a combined rate in excess of 6,800 barrels per day. "

Pengram Corporation Enters Into Option Agreement to Acquire June Mineral Claims

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:59:00 EST

BELLINGHAM, WASHINGTON--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) -�Pengram Corporation (OTCBB:PNGM) (the "Company") announced today that it has entered into an option agreement to acquire the June Mineral Claims (the "June Claims") in the Alberni Mining Division of the Province of British Columbia.�The June Claims cover an area of approximately 250 acres located 5.5 miles southeast of Gold River, British Columbia.

THEMAC Resources Group Limited: Private Placement

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:41:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - THEMAC Resources Group Limited (TSX VENTURE:MAC.H) ("the Company") announces that it has agreed to a non-brokered private placement to raise up to $460,000 with Marley Holdings Pty Ltd., a company controlled by Mr. Kevin Maloney, a director of the Company. The Company will issue up to 5,111,111 units at $0.09 per unit. Each unit will consist of one common share, and one share purchase warrant; each warrant will entitle the holder to purchase one common share of the Company at a price of $0.10 per share for a period of one year from the date of distribution. The proceeds of the private placement will be used for general working capital.

Hawk Announces Consent Solicitation

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:05:00 EST

CLEVELAND, OH--(Marketwire - February 5, 2010) - Hawk Corporation (NYSE Amex: HWK) announced today that on Monday, February 8, 2010, it will commence soliciting consents from holders of $75.7 million of the outstanding principal amount of its 8-3/4% Senior Notes due 2014 to effect an amendment to the indenture governing the notes. The proposed amendment to the indenture will allow Hawk to repurchase up to $20 million of its outstanding common stock.

Bonaparte Announces Exchange Acceptance of Qualifying Transaction-Will Resume Trading on Monday, February 8, 2010

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:36:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) -

Rocmec cl�ture un placement priv�

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:55:00 EST

VAUDREUIL-DORION, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 5 f�v. 2010) - Corporation mini�re Rocmec inc. (la "compagnie") (TSX CROISSANCE:RMI)(FRANCFORT:D5O) annonce que, dans le cadre de ses travaux d'exploration en cours sur son site aurif�re de Rocmec I situ�e dans la municipalit� de Rouyn-Noranda, Qu�bec et pour lesquelles la Soci�t� a demand� � une firme sp�cialis�e un rapport g�ologique, elle a cl�tur� un placement priv�. R

Atlanta Business Chronicle Profile: Dutch Gold Resources, Inc.

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:38:00 EST

"New Gold Rush Lures Atlanta Firm"

Rocmec Closes Private Placement

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:36:00 EST

VAUDREUIL-DORION, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Rocmec Mining inc. (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:RMI)(FRANKFURT:D5O), announces that within the framework of its ongoing exploration work at its Rocmec 1 gold property, located in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec and for which Rocmec has mandated a specialised firm to produce a geological report, the company has closed the following private placement.

Genco to Carry Out $4.5 Million Placement

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:35:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) -

Frontera Announces Availability of Additional Information on Its Website

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:39:00 EST

MEXICO CITY--(Marketwire - February 5, 2010) - Frontera Copper Corporation ("Frontera" or the "Company") (TSX: FCC) (TSX: FCC.NT) (TSX: FCC.NT.A) announces that it has received many enquires and requests for information from bond holders. In order to ensure that the same information is available to all market participants, Frontera has therefore created a "Bond Holders" section on its website www.fronteracopper.com with the documentary information that has been requested. Frontera may supplement this information from time to time as necessary.

Kiska Adds Investor Relations Manager

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:52:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - �Kiska Metals Corporation, (TSX VENTURE:KSK) ("Kiska") announces the appointment of Mr.�Drew Martel�to the position of Manager Investor Relations. Mr.�Martel brings 14 years of marketing, finance and client-management experience to the Kiska team.�He will oversee development of the Company's investor relations strategy and will focus on increasing the Company's exposure in the financial community. Mr. Martel has developed several investor relations programs for Canadian and US listed companies engaged in mineral exploration in Africa, Canada and the United States.

Northern Abitibi Closes Non-Brokered Financing

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:41:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) -

Golden Star Schedules Fourth Quarter and 2009 Results Conference Call

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:40:00 EST

DENVER, COLORADO--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Golden Star Resources Ltd. (TSX:GSC)(NYSE Amex:GSS)(GSE:GSR) will release its fourth quarter and 2009 results after the market close on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 and has scheduled a conference call and webcast on Thursday, February 25 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (9:00 a.m. Mountain Time). The conference call will allow analysts the opportunity to speak with the Company's management.�Please call in at least five minutes prior to the conference call start time to ensure prompt access to the conference. You can access the call by telephone or by webcast:

Kirrin Resources Provides Update on Exploration at Boxey Point; Announces Exercise of Options and Option Grant at $0.14 Per Share

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:00:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Kirrin Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:KYM) today announced the results of the nine-hole diamond drill program completed on the Boxey Point uranium property in western Newfoundland and the exercise and grant of options under the Company's approved Stock Option Plan.

Rye Patch Gold Corp. Issues Shares and Warrants to Finder in Substitution for Compensation Option

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:51:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Rye Patch Gold Corp. (TSX VENTURE:RPM)(OTCBB:RPMGF) ("Rye Patch" or the "Company") announces that in connection with its recently completed non-brokered private placement (the "Private Placement"), the Company issued an option (the "Compensation Option") to a corporation (the "Finder") at arm's length to the Company to purchase up to 721,000�units of the Company.�The Compensation Option was issued to the Finder as a finder's fee in connection with the Private Placement, which was completed on January�7, 2010.

Delta Mining Listed as Pink Sheets "Current Information"

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:29:00 EST

LEWISBURG, KY--(Marketwire - February 5, 2010) - Delta Mining & Exploration (PINKSHEETS: DMXC) received today a "Pink Sheets Current Information" rating by the widely-used Over-the-Counter quotation service upon acceptance of the Company's most recent financial statements and other requested supplemental information.

Lithium One Named as Part of 2010 TSX Venture 50

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:16:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Lithium One Inc (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:LI), is pleased to report that the TSX Venture Exchange today announced that the Company has been named as one of the TSX Venture 50, a ranking of strong performers listed on the TSX Venture Exchange. The TSX Venture 50 is comprised of 10 emerging companies in five industry sectors that have been identified as leaders in Canada's public venture market. "

Energizer Resources Releases NI 43-101-Compliant Technical Report on its Green Giant Vanadium Project

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Energizer Resources Inc. (formerly Uranium Star Corp.) (OTCBB:URST)(FRANKFURT:YE5) ("Energizer" or "the Company")�announces it has completed and filed on SEDAR and EDGAR its NI 43-101-compliant technical report (the "Report") for the explored portion of its Green Giant Vanadium Project in Madagascar.

Victory Nickel Begins 2010 Drill Program at Minago

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:49:00 EST

Program to enhance in-pit resource and project economics, evaluate North Limb

Decade Increases Property Holdings on the Stikine Arch

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:44:00 EST

STEWART, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Decade Resources Ltd. ("Decade" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:DEC) reports the acquisition of 3 mineral claims in the Surprise Creek valley approximately 34 kilometres northeast of Stewart and 5 kilometres north of the Stewart highway (Hwy. 37A). Held by the current owner for over 10 years, the claims are located over the former Goat Mine, a small gold and silver producer in the 1970's. The property is underlain by narrow polymetallic gold and silver veins and the Stikine Arch, the same stratigraphic horizon that hosts the BA VMS silver-lead-zinc mineralization approximately 8 kilometres to the south. To the north, this same horizon hosted the VMS deposit at Eskay Creek which produced more than 100 tonnes of gold and 5000 tonnes of silver, in addition to significant base metal production, from start-up in 1995 until closure in 2008.

Name Change to Hunt Mining Corp.

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:37:00 EST

Mining Project Summary in Santa Cruz Province, Argentina

NAP To Host Year End Results Conference Call

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:17:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - North American Palladium Ltd. ("NAP" or the "Company") (TSX:PDL)(NYSE Amex:PAL) will host a conference call with its management team, including William J. Biggar, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Jeffrey A. Swinoga, Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, to discuss the Company's year end results on Friday, February 26, 2010. The details are as follows:

Riverside Resources Grants Stock Options

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:05:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Riverside Resources Inc. ("Riverside" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:RRI) has granted incentive stock options for the purchase of up to 150,000 common shares of the Company, at a price of CDN$0.54, for a five year period to H. Andrew Daniels, recently appointed Vice President of Exploration of the Company.

Nordex Explosives Announces Date for Annual Shareholders Meeting

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:56:00 EST

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East Asia Named by TSX Venture Exchange as One of the TSX Venture 50

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:26:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - East Asia Minerals Corporation (TSX VENTURE:EAS) is pleased to report that the TSX Venture Exchange today announced that East Asia Minerals has been named as one of the TSX Venture 50, a ranking of strong performers listed on TSX Venture Exchange. TSX Venture 50 is comprised of 10 emerging companies in five industry sectors that have been identified as leaders in Canada's public venture market.

Explor class�e au palmar�s TSX Croissance 50 de 2010

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:03:00 EST

ROUYN-NORANDA, QUEBEC, CANADA--(Marketwire - 5 f�v. 2010) - Ressources Explor inc. (TSX CROISSANCE:EXS) est heureuse d'annoncer que la Bourse de croissance TSX a annonc� aujourd'hui que Ressources Explor inc. a �t� s�lectionn�e au palmar�s TSX Croissance 50, un classement des soci�t�s inscrites � la Bourse de croissance TSX les plus performantes. Le palmar�s TSX Croissance 50 se compose de 10 soci�t�s �mergentes �voluant dans cinq secteurs d'activit� diff�rents, qui se sont r�v�l�es les chefs de file du march� du capital de risque public du Canada.

Explor Named as Part of 2010 TSX Venture 50

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:02:00 EST

ROUYN-NORANDA, QUEBEC, CANADA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Explor Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:EXS) is pleased to announce that the TSX Venture Exchange today has announced that Explor Resources Inc., has been named as one of the TSX Venture 50, a ranking of strong performers listed on TSX Venture Exchange. TSX Venture 50 is comprised of 10 emerging companies in five industry sectors that have been identified as leaders in Canada's public venture market. "

Western Lithium Named as Part of TSX Venture 50

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:03:00 EST

RENO, NEVADA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - The TSX Venture Exchange today announced that Western Lithium Corporation (TSX VENTURE:WLC)(PINK SHEETS:WLCDF) has been named as a member of the TSX Venture 50, a ranking of strong performers listed on TSX Venture Exchange.�TSX Venture 50 is comprised of 10 emerging companies in each of five industry sectors that have been identified as leaders in Canada's public venture market.

Mines Abcourt : Modification du r�gime d'options d'achat d'actions et octroi d'options � des administrateurs

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:33:00 EST

MONT-ST-HILAIRE, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 5 f�v. 2010) - MINES ABCOURT INC. (la "Soci�t�") (TSX CROISSANCE:ABI) (BERLIN:ABI) (FRANCFORT:ABI), M. Renaud Hinse, pr�sident et chef de la direction de Mines Abcourt inc. est heureux d'annoncer que le 3 f�vrier 2010, les administrateurs de Mines Abcourt inc. ont approuv� une augmentation du nombre maximal d'actions pouvant �tre �mises en vertu de son r�gime d'options d'achat d'actions de 4 319 000 � 7 400 000. Cette augmentation est conditionnelle � l'approbation de la Bourse de croissance TSX.

Abcourt Mines: Amendement to the Stock Option Plan and Grant of Stock Options in Favor of Directors

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:32:00 EST

MONT-ST-HILAIRE, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Mr. Renaud Hinse, president and C.E.O. of Abcourt Mines Inc. (TSX VENTURE:ABI) (BERLIN:ABI) (FRANKFURT:ABI), is pleased to announce that on February 3, 2010, the Board of directors of Abcourt Mines Inc. has approved an amendment to the Company's stock option plan in order to increase the maximum number of shares that may be issued under the plan from 4,319,000 to 7,400,000. This amendment is subject to the approval of the TSX-Venture Exchange.

St. Eugene Mining Corporation Announces Commencement of Activities at the Tartan Lake Gold Mine

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:29:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - St. Eugene Mining Corporation Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:SEM) ("St. Eugene" or the "Company") announces that it has commenced initial activities on its 100% owned Tartan Lake gold mining project located in the Flin Flon greenstone belt of Manitoba. A mining engineer and a geologist have been retained to compile and digitize all available technical data, in order to better assess the development plan for the mine. The Tartan Lake gold mining property was in production between 1987 and 1989, and management of St. Eugene has allocated $400,000 in an initial budget designed specifically to evaluate the potential for mining operations and a resource estimate.

Perceptron(R) Expands Office in China

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:23:00 EST

PLYMOUTH, MI--(Marketwire - February 5, 2010) - Perceptron, Inc. (NASDAQ: PRCP), a leading provider of information-based process improvement solutions for non-contact measurement and inspection applications, today announced the expansion of its regional office in Shanghai, China. The expansion will further leverage Perceptron's existing global infrastructure and strengthen its presence in the expanding Asian marketplace.

SNS Silver Continues to Hit Mineralization at Emerald Lake Gold Project

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:15:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - SNS Silver Corporation ("SNS" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:SNS) is pleased to provide an update of the progress on its Emerald Lake Gold Project.�The results have been received from the multi-phase geophysical survey completed as a precursor to the drilling program, and the preliminary interpretation of the data has been completed, a more detailed review continues.�To date the company has completed 11 drill holes of a planned 17 hole drilling program, and is about to collar the 12^th. Most of the holes have been mineralized�and the 7^th and 8^th holes look particularly encouraging.�The Sampling facility is now operational and sampling for assays will be starting this week. Results should be received before the end of February.

Red Metal Files 43-101 Technical Report on the Farellon Copper-Gold Project in Chile's IOCG Belt

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:05:00 EST

THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Red Metal Resources Ltd. (PINK SHEETS:RMES), a resource company focused on growth through acquiring, exploring and developing copper-gold assets in Chile, today announced that it has filed a National Instrument 43-101 technical report on Red Metal's 100 percent-owned Farellon copper-gold project, located in the iron oxide copper-gold belt in Chile's Region III. The technical report was completed by Micon International Limited and is available on the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (SEDAR) at www.sedar.com.

Savant Engages Renmark Financial Communications Inc.

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:02:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Savant Explorations Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:SVT) ("Savant") is pleased to announce that it has retained the services of Renmark Financial Communications Inc. ("Renmark") to handle its investor relations activities. "We have selected Renmark to reinforce Savant's profile in the financial community and enhance the visibility of our project portfolio. We chose Renmark because its standards and methodologies best fit with the message we wish to communicate to the investing community," stated John McClintock, President and CEO of Savant.

Kathryn Bessie, EBA Engineering Consultants, Receives ACR Reclamation Citation

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

Reclamation mentor honoured for contributions

Resource Person of the Year: Patrick D. Daniel Honoured by Alberta Chamber of Resources

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Patrick D. Daniel, President and CEO of Enbridge Inc., has been named Resource Person of the Year by the Alberta Chamber of Resources (ACR) for his leadership and contributions to the resource industry, and to communities in which he lives and works.

Twin Butte and Frog Lake First Nation Business Acumen Rewarded by Alberta Resource Leaders

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Twin Butte Energy Ltd. and Frog Lake Energy Resources Corp. (a Frog Lake First Nation Company) are being honoured for their joint venture partnership in the creation and operation of a successful, and growing oil and gas company.

Cenovus Energy Awarded Alberta Chamber of Resources Major Reclamation Award

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Innovative environmental work to conserve native prairie by Cenovus Energy Inc. has resulted in it receiving the 2010 Alberta Chamber of Resources' (ACR) Major Reclamation Award. "

Scarlet Resources Announces Letter Agreement With United Mine Services

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) -

Spartan Exploration Ltd. Clarifies February 5, 2010 Press Release

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:50:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Spartan Exploration Ltd. ("Spartan" or the "Company") (TSX:SPE), announces that its press release issued on February 4, 2010 incorrectly stated that the Company was budgeting to exit 2010 with debt of approximately $4.7 million. The press release should have stated that the Company is budgeting to exit 2010 with debt of approximately $7.4 million.

Northern Star Announces It Has Completed Its First Gold Pour

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:44:00 EST

VAL D'OR, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Northern Star Mining Corp. (TSX VENTURE:NSM)(OTCQX:NSMSF) (Northern Star Mining or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed its first gold pour at its wholly owned Beacon Mill on February 4.

East Asia Receives Indonesia Government Approved IUP "Mining Licences", Confirms Tenure of Barisan 1 and Takengon Under New Mining Law

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:34:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - East Asia Minerals Corporation (TSX VENTURE:EAS) reports that in addition to the previously announced receipt of the Aceh Province Miwah Ijin Usaha Pertambangan (IUP "Mining Licence"), the Company has received formal documents from the Directorate General of Mineral, Coal and Geothermal confirming the finalized conversion of its Aceh Province Barisan I and Takengon tenements to IUP.

Laurion and Stroud Announce the Execution of a Letter of Intent for Option on Stroud's Leckie Lake Gold Property

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:30:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Laurion Mineral Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:LME) ("Laurion") and Stroud Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:SDR) ("Stroud") are pleased to announce that they have executed a Letter of Intent ("LOI") with, for Laurion to receive an option to acquire up to 60% of the mineral rights of Stroud's undivided 100% legal interest in the Leckie Lake Gold Property (the "Property"), located 3 kilometres north of Temagami, Ontario.�

Silver Standard Files Amended Base Shelf Prospectus

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 06:45:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Silver Standard Resources Inc. (TSX:SSO)(NASDAQ:SSRI) has filed an amended and restated short form base shelf prospectus with the securities commissions in each of the provinces of Canada, other than Qu�bec, and a corresponding registration statement with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission under the U.S.-Canada multi-jurisdictional disclosure system. These filings allow the company to make offerings of common shares to potential purchasers in each of the provinces of Canada, other than Qu�bec, and the United States for additional proceeds of up to US$200 million over the 25-month period beginning February 18, 2009, the filing date of the original base shelf prospectus. With the increase of US$200 million, the amended and restated base shelf prospectus now allows for proceeds of up to US$350 million in aggregate, which includes proceeds of US

Encore Renaissance Samples 69.2 g/t Over 1.26 Metres on New Portal Vein

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 03:01:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - ENCORE RENAISSANCE RESOURCES CORP. (TSX VENTURE:EZ)(FRANKFURT:OUH1)(PINK SHEETS:ERRCF) Encore Renaissance Resources Corp. (the "Company") reports on the initial sampling results of a quartz vein and veined stock work zone discovered on the Bonaparte Gold Project decline. This is one of numerous repetitious quartz veined systems expected to be encountered through the development of Encore's underground mine plans. The quartz sulphide zone is trending north by north-east with sets of veins trending east-west and includes the randomly broad network of quartz sulphide stock work zoned as a high-level porphyry deposit that have been identified. The new vein 20 zone was encountered 12.07 metres down from the portal entrance and is currently still extracting well mineralized quartz sulphide ore at the decline heading face. To date Feb 1^st the vein

Arian Silver Reports on Share Capital, Voting Rights and Share Interests

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 02:00:00 EST

LONDON, ENGLAND--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2010) - Arian Silver Corporation (TSX VENTURE:AGQ)(AIM:AGQ)(PLUS:AGQ)(FRANKFURT:I3A) -

Novus Gold Corp. Exercises REN Property Repurchase Option

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:55:00 EST

7,500,000 shares issued to Terra Ventures Inc.

Terra Ventures Inc.: Novus Gold Corp. Exercises REN Property Repurchase Option

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:52:00 EST

7,500,000 Shares Issued to Terra Ventures Inc.

Kirkland Lake Gold Inc. Closes C$32.0 Million Bought Deal Private Placement Financing

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:17:00 EST

KIRKLAND LAKE, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -

Fancamp Exploration Ltd.: Beauce Property Drilling Update

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:07:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Fancamp Exploration Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:FNC):�The Company wishes to announce the results of the recent reconnaissance drill programme carried out on its 100% owned Beauce Gold Property, located in Quebec's Appalachian Mountain trend, 100km south of Quebec City. The property consists of about 400 claims totalling 15,000 ha or 39,000 acres, and includes most of the historic Gilbert River placer district, site of Canada's first major placer gold rush in the mid nineteenth century (see attached map).

Gleichen Announces CDN$50,000,000 Bought Deal Financing

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:49:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -

Adex Grants Options to Directors, Officers and Certain Employees and Consultants

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:39:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Adex Mining Inc. ("Adex" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:ADE) is pleased to announce that the board of directors today granted an aggregate of 1,750,000 stock options of the Company (the "Options") to its directors and officers and to certain employees and consultants of the Company.

Fission Grants Stock Options

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:16:00 EST

KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - FISSION ENERGY CORP. ("Fission" or "the Company") (TSX VENTURE:FIS) has granted incentive stock options for Directors, Officers, employees and consultants, entitling them to purchase an aggregate of 1,200,000 shares in the capital of the Company subject to the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange.�The options are exercisable until February 3, 2015 at a price of C $.55 per share.�

Eaglecrest Grants Incentive Options

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:15:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Eaglecrest Explorations Ltd. ("Eaglecrest"; the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:EEL)(FRANKFURT:EAT) today announced that it has today granted, subject to regulatory approval, incentive options for the purchase of a total of 1,735,000 shares in its capital. Of the options granted, 100,000 are exercisable on or before January 19, 2012 at the price of $0.60 per share, being the closing price of the Company's shares on the TSX Venture Exchange on the trading day immediately preceding the date of this press release. The balance of the options were granted to directors and officers of the company and are exercisable on or before January 19, 2015 at the price of $0.60 per share, being the closing price of the Company's shares on the TSX Venture Exchange on the trading day immediately preceding the date of this press release.

Aurcana Corporation: Drilling at La Negra Intercepts New Copper Rich Zones With Up to 1.88% Copper

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:08:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Aurcana Corporation ("Aurcana" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:AUN) is pleased to announce that underground drilling at the La Negra silver-copper-lead-zinc Mine, located in Querataro State, Mexico, has intersected several new mineralized zones. Eleven holes, for a combined total of 1,460m, were drilled to trace the strike and dip extents of three well mineralized mantos that have now been collectively named the Cobriza Zone. Intersected widths (see table below) range from 2.05m to 20.05m with an average intersected width of 9.40m and a length weighted average grade of 0.82% Cu. High copper values up to 1.88% Cu and low lead-zinc content are more common in two of the mantos, while the third exhibits excellent silver values up to 301 g/t Ag and somewhat lower copper grades.

Pacific Imperial Mines Inc.: Company's Listing Transferred to NEX

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:07:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - PACIFIC IMPERIAL MINES INC. ("The Company") (TSX VENTURE:PPM.H) wishes to announce that it has had its TSX Venture Exchange listing transferred to NEX effective February 1, 2010.

ValGold Reports on Annual and Special Meeting

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:53:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - At the Annual and Special Meeting of the shareholders of ValGold Resources Ltd. (the "Company" or "ValGold") (TSX VENTURE:VAL)(FRANKFURT:VR2) held on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, Sargent Berner, Dr. A. Darryl Drummond, Kenneth Yurichuk, Stephen J. Wilkinson and William J. Witte were re-elected as directors of the Company and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP were re-appointed as the Company's auditors for the following year. Shareholders also ratified and approved the continuation of the Company's 10% rolling stock option plan, in accordance with the requirements of the TSX Venture Exchange.

Olympus Commences Trading On ASX

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:44:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Olympus Pacific Minerals Inc. (TSX:OYM)(ASX:OYM)(OTCBB:OLYMF)(FRANKFURT:OP6) (the "Company" or "Olympus") Mr. David Seton, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Olympus, is pleased to report that because of its amalgamation with Zedex Minerals Limited, approved overwhelmingly by shareholders of Zedex Minerals Limited ("Zedex") on December 17, 2009 ("Amalgamation"), Olympus will commence trading on the Australian Stock Exchange, February 5, 2010 at 1pm EDST (East Australia).

Bravo Acquires Nevada Project in Cortez District From Agnico-Eagle

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:43:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Bravo Venture Group Inc. (TSX VENTURE:BVG) (FRANKFURT:B6I) (the "Company" or "Bravo") reports today that its wholly owned US subsidiary, Bravo Alaska, Inc., has signed an agreement with Agnico-Eagle (USA) Limited ("Agnico"), a subsidiary of Agnico-Eagle Mines Limited, to acquire their NSR property, located in the western portion of the Cortez Mining district. "

Bacanora Announces Details of Qualifying Transaction and Concurrent Financing

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - BACANORA MINERALS LTD. (the "Corporation" or "Bacanora") (TSX VENTURE:BCN.P), a capital pool company, is pleased to provide further details concerning its previously announced binding letter agreement dated July 17, 2009, which has been amended by an amending agreement dated January 18, 2010 (collectively, the "Agreement"). The Agreement contemplates the acquisition by Bacanora of all of the outstanding shares of Mineramex Limited ("Mineramex"), together with outstanding loans owing by MIT (as defined below) to Tubutama Borax PLC ("Tubutama Borax") and a director thereof, for an aggregate purchase price of Cdn.$5,250,000, consisting of: (a) a cash payment in the amount of Cdn.$250,000; and (b) the issuance of an aggregate of 21,739,130 common shares in the capital of Bacanora (each, a "Bacanora Share") at an ascribed price of Cdn$0.23 pe

Colombian Mines Corporate Update-Anori, Rio Negro and Yarumalito Projects

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:31:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Colombian Mines Corporation (TSX VENTURE:CMJ) ("Colombian Mines" or "the Company") is pleased to provide the following update on the Company's Colombian operations.

Rare Element Resources Ltd. and Medallion Resources Ltd.: Eden Rare-Earth Project Airborne Geophysical Survey Delivered

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:56:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Rare Element Resources Ltd. ("Rare Element Resources") (TSX VENTURE:RES) and Medallion Resources Ltd. ("Medallion") (TSX VENTURE:MDL) announce that they have received the basic data and initial interpretation from a helicopter-borne high-intensity electromagnetic geophysical survey flown over the Eden Lake rare-earth-element (REE) property during December 2009.

Rocmec intercepte 25.79 gr/t sur la McDowell � Rocmec 1

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:50:00 EST

VAUDREUIL-DORION, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 4 f�v. 2010) - Corporation mini�re Rocmec inc. (la ��compagnie��) (TSX�CROISSANCE:RMI) (FRANCFORT:D5O) est heureuse d'annoncer les r�sultats des trous RS-02-09 et RS-02-03 de son programme de forage au diamant effectu� en fin d'ann�e 2009 sur sa propri�t� aurif�re de Rocmec 1, situ�e dans la municipalit� de Rouyn-Noranda, Qu�bec.

Rocmec Intercepts 25.79 g/t on the McDowell Vein at Rocmec 1

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:49:00 EST

VAUDREUIL-DORION, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Rocmec Mining inc. (the ��company��) (TSX VENTURE:RMI) (FRANKFURT:D5O) is pleased to announce preliminary diamond drill results from its 2009 diamond drill campaign at its Rocmec 1 gold property, located in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec.

Ashburton Reports Progress on Nevada and Red Lake Gold Projects

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:31:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - ASHBURTON VENTURES INC. (TSX VENTURE:ABR) ("Ashburton" or the "Company") is providing an update for two of its gold exploration projects.

Nevsun Resources Ltd.: Private Placement

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:10:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Nevsun Resources Ltd. (TSX:NSU)(NYSE Amex:NSU) -

Silvercorp Metals Inc. Webcast Alert: 2010 Third Quarter Conference Call

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Silvercorp Metals Inc (TSX:SVM)(NYSE:SVM) announces the following Webcast: /

Golden Valley Mines: New Drillhole Results Include 4.5 Metres Averaging 2.22 g/t Au

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST

VAL-D'OR, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - G

RX Exploration Announces New Directors

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:37:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - RX Exploration Inc. (the "Company") (CNSX:RXE) is pleased to make the following announcements: W

Hard Dollar Sees Record Growth in 2009

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:35:00 EST

Year-Over-Year Growth Jumps as Project Cost Management Sales Gain 24% Globally Reaching New Users and Markets

UNOR Announces Change of Management

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:07:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - UNOR Inc. ("UNOR") (TSX VENTURE:UNI) announces the resignation of the current officers and directors of the Company and the appointment of a new slate of directors with Maurice Colson as President and Chief Executive Officer.

URSA Major Minerals Starts Mining Operations at Shakespeare Nickel Mine, Sudbury Area

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:44:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -

Goldstone Reports Encouraging Results From Preliminary Drilling at Leitch Gold Mine Property

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:18:00 EST

High grade mineralization, bulk potential confirmed in #16 vein system

Aberdeen International Announces Intention to Make Normal Course Issuer Bid

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:07:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - ABERDEEN INTERNATIONAL INC. ("Aberdeen" or the "Company") (TSX:AAB) is pleased to announce its intention to make a Normal Course Issuer Bid ("NCIB"), subject to TSX ("Exchange") approval, to buy back its common shares through the facilities of the Exchange.

Eagle Hill Exploration Corporation: New Geological Model of Windfall Lake Gold Deposit Shows New Areas of Wide Gold Mineralization

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:01:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -� Eagle Hill Exploration Corp., ("Eagle Hill" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:EAG) is pleased to announce that it has completed its first 3D geological model of the Windfall Lake gold deposit in Quebec (the "Model"). The Model has identified wide areas of gold mineralization which would be amenable for bulk tonnage mining.

"Eagle Hill believes the true potential of the Windfall Lake Property lies with the wide mineralized gold zones that we have identified in the Model. The focus on the wide zones is an approach that has been overlooked in the past at Windfall," said Brad Kitchen, President and CEO of Eagle Hill. "This first exploration phase marks a complete shift in focus at Windfall Lake. Instead of chasing narrow and discontinuous high grade veins, Eagle Hill is focusing on the wide,

Sandspring Resources Ltd. Announces Personnel Changes

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - SANDSPRING RESOURCES LTD. (TSX VENTURE:SSP) ("Sandspring" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Carmelo Marrelli as Chief Financial Officer of Sandspring Resources Ltd. based in Toronto. Mr. Marrelli replaces Mr. Jeff Vigil who has resigned to devote all of his efforts to Energy Fuels Inc.�Mr. Marrelli holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto and is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Certified General Accountant. Mr. Marrelli is currently president of Marrelli Support Services, a bookkeeping firm based in Toronto, Ontario.

Lithium One Receives NI 43-101 TECHNICAL REPORT ON JAMES BAY PROJECT and Initiates RESOURCE CALCULATION and METALLURGICAL TESTING

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:41:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Lithium One Inc (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:LI), is pleased to provide an update on the James Bay Lithium Project in Quebec. Independent consultant and qualified person, Geoffrey S. Carter, P.Eng, of Broad Oak Associates has reviewed the compiled Lithium One current and historical data and has submitted to the Company the first National Instrument 43-101 (NI 43-101) technical report for the James Bay Lithium Project. The report reviews the technical aspects and potential of the project, and will be filed on SEDAR on a timely basis.

Nebu Acquires Strategic Property Position Adjacent to Historic Timmins Gold Mine

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:40:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Nebu Resources Inc. (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:NBU) announces the acquisition of a 100% interest in a group of 11 historic patented mining claims adjacent to a past producing gold mine owned by Goldcorp Inc. ("GC") that is subject to an earn in agreement with Metals Creek Resources Corp. ("MC"). T

Crowflight Intersects Additional Mineralization at M11A Deposit, 4km North of Bucko Lake

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:40:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - CROWFLIGHT MINERALS INC. ("Crowflight" or the "Company") (TSX:CML) announced today initial assay results from a program of exploration and delineation drilling completed in December 2009 at the Company's M11A North project area. The M11A North deposit is located 4 kilometres north of the Bucko Lake Nickel Mine and milling operation located near the town of Wabowden, Manitoba. Highlights from drilling results received to date include 8.15 metres grading 1.90% nickel in hole M09-17 as well as several other intervals of potentially mineable widths and grades. Assay results received from the first 13 of 18 holes completed during the program are presented below in Table 1.

Geo Minerals Encounters Copper Mineralization Over 189 Meters in Phase One Drilling at Copper Springs Prospect in Arizona

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:32:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - GEO MINERALS LTD. (TSX VENTURE:GM) ("GEO" or the "Company") is pleased to announce initial drilling results for the Copper Springs porphyry copper prospect located in south-central Arizona. Geo has a letter of intent with Bronco Creek Exploration Inc. ("BCE"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eurasian Minerals (TSX VENTURE:EMX), to earn a 100% interest in the project, with BCE serving as project operator.

Dia Bras Drills More High-Grade Silver Mineralization at Its Cusi Project

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:30:00 EST
MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Dia Bras Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:DIB) is pleased to announce more results from exploration drilling at the Santa Eduviges mine of Dia Bras' Cusi property, which is being conducted to support the pilot-mining of this deposit that began in early October, 2009. Drilling of the San Antonio and San Antonio A veins (San Antonio map: http://www.diabras.com/en/newscenter/2010/sanantoniomap_feb4_2010.pdf) of the Santa Eduviges vein system is oriented towards identifying blocks that will be pilot-mined during 2010.

Americas Energy Company Upland Church Mine Production for January 2010

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:29:00 EST

KNOXVILLE, TN--(Marketwire - February 4, 2010) - Americas Energy Company-AECo (OTCBB: AENY) announced today that AENY's mine production for the month ending January 2010 from its Upland Church Surface Mine was approximately 11,500 short tons. The mine is located in Bell County, Kentucky on AECo's 1,732+ acre Cardinal lease.

Dutch Gold Resources Inc. Discusses Shareholder Value Proposition

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:12:00 EST

New Assets and Expanded Management Team Among Actions in Process

Forsys Metals Corp Reports Results of Snowden's Update to June 2009 Valencia Project Technical Report

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:05:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Forsys Metals Corp ("Forsys" or the "Company") (TSX:FSY)(FRANKFURT:F2T)(NSX:FSY)�reports that on January 29, 2010, Snowden Mining Industry Consultants (Pty) Ltd. ("Snowden"), an independent Australian mining consultancy, has completed compiling an Addendum to the Valencia Technical Report dated June 23, 2009. The Addendum represents the outcome of the additional work undertaken in 2009 to capitalize on work completed in June 2009, including additional drilling completed since January 2009. The Company has completed a Prefeasibility study in 2007 and is completing a Feasibility study.

DIAGNOS annonce un projet important pour sa croissance en Am�rique latine

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:58:00 EST
BROSSARD, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 4 f�v. 2010) - DIAGNOS inc. ("DIAGNOS" ou la "Soci�t�") (TSX CROISSANCE:ADK), un leader dans l'extraction de donn�es et en intelligence artificielle, annonce aujourd'hui qu'elle a sign� un protocole d'entente et de non-divulgation avec OFTALMOLASER DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V. (Oftalmolaser), la filiale m�dicale de GRUPO DEVLYN, S.A. DE C.V. (Devlyn). Devlyn est la plus importante cha�ne de magasins d'optique en Am�rique latine avec plus de 700 points de vente et sept cliniques d'ophtalmologie.

DIAGNOS Announces Major Growth Initiative in Latin America

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:57:00 EST
BROSSARD, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - DIAGNOS inc. ("DIAGNOS" or "the Corporation") (TSX VENTURE:ADK), a leader in the use of artificial intelligence and advanced knowledge extraction techniques, announces today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), and associated Non-Disclosure Agreement with OFTALMOLASER DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V. (Oftalmolaser), the medical subsidiary of GRUPO DEVLYN, S.A. De C.V. (Devlyn). Devlyn is the largest optical chain in Latin America with over 700 optical outlets and 7 ophthalmic clinics.

Quatre nouveaux administrateurs sont �lus au conseil de Mines Richmont

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:45:00 EST
MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA--(Marketwire - 4 f�v. 2010) - Mines Richmont inc. (TSX:RIC)(NYSE Amex:RIC), ("Richmont" ou la "Compagnie"), annonce que les actionnaires de la Compagnie ont proc�d�, lors d'une assembl�e sp�ciale tenue aujourd'hui � Montr�al, � l'�lection de quatre nouveaux membres au sein du conseil d'administration, soit madame Elaine Ellingham et messieurs A. Michel Lavigne, Sam Minzberg et Jean-Pierre Ouellet. Les administrateurs actuels de la Compagnie, messieurs H. Greg Chamandy, Denis Arcand, Martin Rivard, R�jean Houle et Raynald V�zina continueront de si�ger sur le conseil d'administration. Par ailleurs, Sidney M. Horn a �t� nomm� secr�taire corporatif de la Compagnie le 15 d�cembre 2009.

Richmont Mines Shareholders Elect Four New Board Members at Special Shareholder Meeting

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:44:00 EST
MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Richmont Mines Inc. (TSX:RIC)(NYSE Amex:RIC), ("Richmont" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce that the Company's shareholders elected Elaine Ellingham, A. Michel Lavigne, Sam Minzberg and Jean-Pierre Ouellet to the Company's Board of Directors at a Special Shareholder Meeting held in Montreal earlier today. The Company's previous directors, H. Greg Chamandy, Denis Arcand, Rejean Houle, Raynald Vezina and President and CEO Martin Rivard, will all continue to serve on the Board. In addition, Sidney M. Horn was named Corporate Secretary of the Company on December 15, 2009.

Brett Resources Inc. Completes $26,092,500 Bought Deal Financing

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:43:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -

Bridgeport Ventures Inc. Expands Rosario Land Position in Chile

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:40:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Bridgeport Ventures Inc. (TSX VENTURE:BPV) ("Bridgeport") is pleased to announce that it has concluded an agreement to acquire a 100 per cent interest in the Simonetta property through its Chilean subsidiary Rio Condor, S. A. T

Probe Commences Production at East Cameron 36/37

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:38:00 EST

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Probe Resources Ltd. (the "Company" or "Probe") (TSX VENTURE:PBR), along with its partners, including Petrodome Energy, LLC, are pleased to announce that production has commenced from the East Cameron Block 36 A-1 (formerly #1) and East Cameron Block 37 A-2 (formerly #1) wells located in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. Production rates for the wells are expected to increase over the next few weeks until each realizes its sustainable production rate. Probe is operator and holds a 52% working interest ("WI") and a 35.4% net revenue interest ("NRI") in the wells prior to project payout. Petrodome owns a 44% WI and 32.1% NRI in the wells prior to project payout.

Brazilian Mining Corporation Signs Letter of Intent

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

GARDNERVILLE, NV--(Marketwire - February 4, 2010) - Brazilian Mining Corporation (PINKSHEETS: BRZM) is pleased to announce that The Company has signed a letter of intent with Terrax Inc., a company incorporated in the State of Nevada. Founded in 2000, Terrax is a solutions integrator of image data and hyperspectral imaging to provide real time detection and alert systems for military and civilian applications. Terrax has several projects in the works; the "Theia Project" is a Hyperspectral Camera and Imaging System: - 300 ft range for target detection - Real-time target tracking - Real-time alerts - Heavy duty mechanical system - Mesh network - Storage archive. For more information on Terrax please visit their web site www.terrax.us. The company has signed several letters of intent in the past few months and believes that a contract with Terrax will follow shortly.

Golden Predator, Strategic Metals and Rockhaven Resources Agree to Contribute Major Silver Assets to New Venture; Louis A. Lepry, Jr. Signs on as CEO

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Golden Predator Royalty & Development Corp. (Golden Predator) (TSX:GPD), Strategic Metals Ltd. (Strategic) (TSX VENTURE:SMD), Rockhaven Resources Ltd. (Rockhaven) (TSX VENTURE:RK) and Platoro West Holdings Inc. (Platoro) (CNSX:PWH) are pleased to announce that they have executed a letter of intent pursuant to which Golden Predator, Strategic and Rockhaven will contribute an industry-leading portfolio of silver assets into Platoro, which will be renamed Silver Predator Mines Inc. ("Silver Predator"). The companies are also pleased to announce that Louis A. Lepry, Jr. has agreed to serve as Silver Predator's President & CEO.

Rio Cristal Resources Announces 43-101 Report on Charlotte Bongara Project

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA and LIMA, PERU--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Rio Cristal Resources Corp. ("RCZ") ("the Company") (TSX VENTURE:RCZ) is pleased to announce that AMEC, an internationally recognized engineering firm, has completed a NI 43-101 report ("the Technical Report") for the Company's Charlotte Bongara zinc project ("the Property") in Peru. AMEC prepared a previous report for the project in 2007.

Diamond International Exploration Inc.: Closing of Brazilian Acquisition and Placement

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA AND ORLEANS, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - THIS NEWS RELEASE IS NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. D

Hawthorne Gold Welcomes Strategic Asian Investment and Announces a Non-Brokered Special Warrant Offering of Approximately $5.9 Million

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -

Ucore Uranium Inc. Engages Investor Relations Firm

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:23:00 EST

HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -

Zinccorp Resources Inc. Announces Exploration Plans for West Timmins Properties in Proximity to Significant Gold Discoveries

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:15:00 EST

- DENTON GOLD PROJECT ADJACENT TO NEBU RESOURCES GOLD DISCOVERY OF 63.22 G/T AU OVER 7.5 METERS (NEBU NEWS RELEASE, NOV. 30, 2009)

- WHITESIDES-CARSCALLEN PROJECT WEST OF MELKIOR'S CARSCALLEN PROJECT WHICH INTERSECTED 60.27 G/T AU OVER 1.8 METRES (MELKIOR NEWS RELEASE, JAN. 9, 2009)

Aura Minerals Inc. Closes Joint Treasury and Secondary Bought Equity Financing for $100.8 Million

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:13:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -

M+W Americas Acquires 100 Percent of 'Global Automation Partners'

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

Strengthening the Automation Business

Alto Ventures Ltd.: Destiny Gold Project Provides Further High Grade Results From Phase 1; Phase 2 Drilling in Progress

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Alto Ventures Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:ATV) -

Golden Share Acquires Lutetium Ree Property in Central Quebec, Canada

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Golden Share Mining Corporation (TSX VENTURE:GSH) is pleased to announce the acquisition by map staking of the Lutetium Property, located in central Quebec, Canada.

Nuinsco Receives Further Positive Test Results From Prairie Lake Project

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

Flotation tests continue to add to deposit's significance

Troy Resources NL: Company Presentation-Moving to Where the Gold Is

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -

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Golden Share aquiert la propri�t� de terres rares Lutetium au centre du Qu�bec, Canada

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 4 f�v. 2010) - Corporation Mini�re Golden Share (TSX CROISSANCE:GSH) a le plaisir d'annoncer l'acquisition par jalonnement de la propri�t� Lutetium situ�e dans le centre du Qu�bec au Canada.

International Tower Hill Begins 50,000 Metre 2010 Exploration Drill Program at Livengood Gold Project, Alaska

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

Expands Livengood Land Package by 60% to 70 Km2

Ventana Appoints Blair Way as Vice President Project Development

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Ventana Gold Corp. (TSX:VEN) ("Ventana" or "the Company") has appointed Blair Way to the position of Vice President Project Development, effective immediately.

Golden Chalice Resources Inc. Commissions NI43-101 Resource Estimate on Langmuir Nickel/Platinum/Palladium Project

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

- INFILL DRILLING RESULTS USED FOR RESOURCE DEFINITION AS HIGH AS 2.75% NICKEL OVER 24.4 METERS INCLUDING 3.79% NI OVER 14 METERS

- UPCOMING DRILL PROGRAM PLANNED FOR THE 2009 W2 DISCOVERY AREA THAT RETURNED 1.72% NICKEL OVER 3.0 METERS

- SRK CONSULTING (CANADA) INC. COMMISIONED TO UNDERTAKE NI43-101 RESOURCE ESTIMATION REPORT

Salazar Resources Appoints Mr. John Buckle to Technical Team

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:45:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Salazar Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:SRL) is pleased to report that in anticipation of shortly recommencing its exploration activities, Mr. John Buckle P.Geo, P.Geoph., has joined the Salazar technical team on a full-time basis and will be the Company's qualified person for reporting purposes under NI 43-101. Mr. Buckle is a geophysicist with over 35 years experience in the design, execution, interpretation and marketing of a wide range of geophysical survey techniques for the resource and environmental industries.

Delta Uranium Confirms Additional Alteration Systems and Mineralogy at Wheeler River

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:40:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Delta Uranium Inc. (TSX:DUR) ("Delta" or the "Company") announces the results of spectroscopic analysis of clay minerals in boulder samples collected in the fall of 2009 on its C3 and C4 properties in the Wheeler River area of the Athabasca Basin, Saskatchewan. The clay minerals, and other associated secondary minerals, confirm the existence of alteration systems that may be related to uranium mineralization at the unconformity.

Eastmain Resources Inc. Announces Private Placement Financing

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:34:00 EST

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Everton Reports New Resource Estimate on Cedar Island Gold Deposit, Kenora Region, Ontario

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST
OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Everton Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:EVR)(FRANKFURT:ERV) is pleased to report the results of the new NI-43-101 resource estimate for the Cedar Island deposit on its KPM property, located in Shoal Lake, Ontario. The report was prepared for Everton by Gary Giroux, MASc., PEng of Giroux Consultants Ltd and Kevin Leonard, PGeo. in accordance with the CIM guidelines and the NI-43-101 requirements to update the results previously announced from a resource estimate completed in 2003 on the Cedar Island Deposit.

Teras Closes $1,500,000 Subscription Receipt Financing

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Teras Resources Inc. ("Teras" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:TRA):�Further to a press release dated November 30, 2009, Peter Leger, President and Chief Executive Officer of Teras is pleased to announce that Teras has closed the previously announced non-brokered private placement (the "Private Placement") of 7,500,000 subscription receipts (each a "Subscription Receipt") at a price of $0.20 per Subscription Receipt for gross proceeds of $1,500,000.�The closing of the Private Placement is subject to certain delivery against payment exchanges and is subject to final TSX Venture Exchange approval.�Each Subscription Receipt is convertible, without additional consideration, into a unit (a "Unit") in the capital of the Corporation, upon the execution of a binding agreement (the "B

Augyva: Duncan Lake Iron Ore Project NI 43-101 Mineral Resource Estimate

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -�Augyva Mining Resources Inc. ("Augyva" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:AUV) announces today the completion of a National Instrument 43-101 ("NI 43-101") compliant technical report on the mineral resource estimate (the "Report") for its Duncan Lake Iron Ore Project ("DLIOP" or, the "Project"), located in the James Bay region of the Province of Quebec.�The Report was prepared by Met-Chem Canada Inc. ("Met-Chem") of Montreal, Quebec.

CBR Gold Corp. Announces Spin-Out Transaction

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - CBR Gold Corp.�(TSX VENTURE:CBG)(FRANKFURT:C3M) ("CBG") (the "Company") is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors ("Board") has approved in principle, a spin-out (the "Transaction") of its Canadian and Australian gold assets.

Teck Announces BCUC Approval of Waneta Dam Transaction

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TCK.A and TCK.B, NYSE: TCK) announced today that the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) has approved the sale of a one-third interest in the Waneta Dam to the British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority for $825 million and has concluded that the expenditure proposed by BC Hydro in connection with the transaction is in the public interest. This approval was a condition of closing of the transaction. Teck expects to close the transaction within the next 10 business days.

Peregrine Discovers Kimberlite Indicator and Precious Metal Anomalies at Qilaq

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

1.5 Million Hectares of New Prospecting Permits Acquired on Baffin Island

Goldcorp Secures Key Strategic Asset Near Penasquito With Closing of Canplats Resources Acquisition

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) announced today that the acquisition of Canplats Resources has been completed, securing for Goldcorp the Camino Rojo project near its world-class Pe�asquito mine.�

Creston Moly Corp.: Drilling Program Commences at El Creston Molybdenum Deposit, Mexico; Multi-Element Analysis Detects Widespread Silver Values at El Creston

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Creston Moly Corp. ("Creston" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:CMS) announced today that it has begun its 2010 drill program at its molybdenum project in Sonora, Mexico and expects to be releasing results on a regular basis for the duration of the program. As well the Company has recently conducted a multi-element analysis on rock chip samples taken in the past few months and also on pulp samples from previous drilling on the property. The results of the analysis indicate wide spread silver values and are very encouraging.

Rodinia Minerals Inc. Welcomes Mark Eaton to the Board

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Rodinia Minerals Inc. ("Rodinia" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:RM), is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mark Eaton to the Company's board of directors.�Mr. Eaton will be instrumental in providing financial guidance to the Company in its continuing strategy of becoming a high-grade, low-cost producer of lithium carbonate from lithium-brine projects in Nevada, USA and Argentina.�The Company welcomes Mr. Eaton to the board and looks forward to working with him as the Company's strategic focus is realized.

Victoria Gold Corp: Robust Preliminary Economics and High-Grade Initial Resource Established at the Helen Zone

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Victoria Gold Corp. (TSX VENTURE:VIT) ("Victoria" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the results of a Preliminary Assessment ("PA") and initial National Instrument 43-101 gold resource calculation on the Helen Zone located at the Cove Gold Project in Nevada.�

Victoria Gold to Host Conference Call on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 11:00 am EST

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Victoria Gold Corp. (TSX VENTURE:VIT) ("Victoria" or the "Company") will host a conference call regarding the Preliminary Assessment�and Initial Resource recently completed on the Helen Zone, Cove Project, Nevada. The call will be hosted by Chad Williams, President, CEO, and Director;�John McConnell, Executive VP and Director; Raul Madrid, VP Exploration; and John Goyman, VP Nevada Projects.

Avion Gold Joins OTCQX

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 07:30:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) -�Avion Gold Corporation (TSX VENTURE:AVR)(OTCQX:AVGCF), begins trading today on the OTC market's prestigious tier, OTCQX International. As the highest tier of the U.S. OTC market, listed companies are distinguished from the thousands of other companies trading on different tiers in the U.S. OTC market. Several of the world's largest companies by market capitalization are currently trading on the OTCQX.

VMS Announces Preparations for Phase 2 Drilling at the Reed Lake Tower Zone and Drill Plans for Its Sails Lake and Copper Projects Near Snow Lake, Manitoba

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 06:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - VMS Ventures Inc. (TSX VENTURE:VMS) (the "Company") is pleased to report that preparations for phase 2 drilling of newly identified targets on its 100% owned Reed Lake property package, the Tower Zone, are now underway. Drilling is anticipated to commence in the next 10 days. Permits are in place and access roads to the new drill collar locations are being built ahead of the drilling equipment arriving.

Sidon International Resources Corp.: Finalizes Lithium Acquisition of 149,288 Contiguous Acre Prospect

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:01:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - SIDON INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES CORP. (TSX VENTURE:SD)(FRANKFURT:SY7)(OTCBB:SIDNF) Sidon International Resources Corp. wishes to announce that it has finalized its acquisition of 60,416 hectares (149,288 acres) of land prospective for lithium in Alberta Canada.

Orsu Announces Completion of First Phase in Talas Joint Venture

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:00:00 EST

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2010) - Orsu Metals Corporation ("Orsu" or the "Company") (TSX:OSU)(AIM:OSU), the London-based precious and base metals exploration and development company, announces, that Gold Fields Limited, through its subsidiary Gold Fields Orogen Holding BVI Limited ("Gold Fields"), completed the First Phase of the Talas Joint Venture in the Kyrgyz Republic and exercised its First Phase earn-in option after satisfying the First Phase option premium by funding exploration expenditures of C$10 million. Gold Fields earned a 60% interest in the joint venture company which is the indirect owner of the Taldybulak, Barkol, Kentash and Korgontash properties in the Talas region of the Kyrgyz Republic. Gold Fields is the current project operator of exploration activities pursuant to the Joint Venture agreement between the Company and Gold Fields dated

Consolidated Thompson Iron Mines Signs Rail Transportation Agreement With Arnaud Railway Company

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:13:00 EST
MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Consolidated Thompson Iron Mines Ltd. (TSX:CLM) ("CLM" or the "Company", or "Consolidated Thompson") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a renewable 10-year rail transportation agreement with Arnaud Railway Company ("ARC"), a subsidiary of Wabush Mines, for the transportation of iron ore concentrate generated from the Bloom Lake iron ore project (the "Bloom Lake Project"). T

Consolidated Thompson annonce la conclusion d'une entente de transport ferroviare avec Arnaud Railway Company

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:13:00 EST
MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 3 f�v. 2010) - Consolidated Thompson Iron Mines Ltd. (TSX:CLM) ("CLM" ou la "Soci�t�") annonce la signature d'une entente renouvelable de transport ferroviaire d'une dur�e initiale de 10 ans avec Arnaud Railway Company ("ARC"), une filiale de Wabush Mines, pour le transport ferroviaire de concentr� de fer provenant du projet minier du Lac Bloom (le "Projet du Lac Bloom"). L

Gleichen Receives Conditional Approval to List on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 21:18:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Gleichen Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:GRL) ("Gleichen" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has received the conditional approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange (the "TSX") to list the common shares (the "Common Shares") and Common Share purchase warrants (the "Warrants") of the Company on the TSX subject to the Company fulfilling all of the requirements of the TSX within 90 days. "

Paget Minerals Announces $1.6m Private Placement

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:46:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Paget Minerals Corp. (TSX VENTURE:PGS) ("Paget" or the "Company") today announced that the Company has completed a non-brokered private placement of 4,470,330 common shares ("Shares") at $0.20 per Share and 2,974,400 flow through shares ("FT Shares") at $0.25 per FT Share to raise a total of $1,637,666. The shares are subject to a hold period of four months and one day, expiring June 4, 2010.

Donald R. Head, Through Head Children Investments LLC, Acquires Securities of Fortune River Resource Corp.

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:45:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Fortune River Resource Corp. (TSX VENTURE:FRX)(FRANKFURT:RG7A) (the "Company") has been advised that Donald R. Head of 14850 North Scottsdale Road, Ste. 285, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254, United States of America, together with Head Children Investments LLC, a company at the same address as Donald R. Head and over which Donald R. Head exercises control and direction (collectively referred to as the "Shareholder"), has, since May 22, 2008, the date when the Shareholder reported holding 12.84% of the Company's outstanding share capital, acquired, through the facilities of the TSX Venture Exchange and through Private Placement purchases, additional shares and warrants at prices ranging from $0.08 to $0.44.

Macusani Yellowcake Announces High Test SX/IX Recoveries at Colibri II/III Property/Progress Report

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:19:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Macusani Yellowcake Inc. ("Macusani" or the "Company")(TSX VENTURE:YEL) is pleased to announce that solvent extraction ("SX") tests on samples from the Company's Colibri II/III property have returned very high uranium recoveries. Uranium recoveries in excess of 98% were achieved from pregnant solutions derived by leaching the crushed, mineralized core samples with sulphuric acid. This laboratory test work will be followed up by testing in a mini SX pilot plant in order to optimize the process at a larger scale.

SKANA Capital Corp.: Corporate Update

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:04:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - SKANA Capital Corp. (TSX VENTURE:SKN) ("SKANA") announces that the transaction with Sun River Energy, Inc., a Colorado corporation ("Sun River") was not closed on January 31, 2010 as required under the terms of the agreement and previously disclosed in a news release dated December 29, 2009. Pursuant to the definitive agreement (the "Agreement") it had with SKANA, Sun River agreed to purchase from SKANA 100% of the outstanding common shares of Raven Wing Resources, Inc. ("Raven Wing"), a wholly owned subsidiary of SKANA for an all-cash purchase price of US$3,500,000.

Stans Energy Corp. Announces Closing of $1,500,000 Private Placement

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:52:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Stans Energy Corp., (Stans or the Company) (TSX VENTURE:RUU) is pleased to announce the closing of a private placement of 5,000,000 units, priced at $0.30, for gross proceeds of $1,500,000. Each unit consists of one common share and one half common share purchase warrant exercisable at $0.45 for a period of 18 months.

Stornoway Diamond Corporation Announces an Increase to Equity Financing Deal Size

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:50:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) -

CORRECTION FROM SOURCE: Fortuna Announces $30 Million Bought Deal Financing

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:45:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) -

Nortec Minerals Corp.: Rock Chip Sample Returns 69.8g/t Gold From Seinajoki Project, Finland

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:35:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Nortec Minerals Corp. (TSX VENTURE:NVT)(FRANKFURT:WMQ) -

True North Gems Announces Management Changes

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:18:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - True North Gems (TSX VENTURE:TGX) is pleased to announce management changes, which the Company believes will enhance its ability to expeditiously advance the exploitation (mining) permit application process and preliminary development of the Company's Fiskenaesset Ruby Project located in southwest Greenland. The Company views the completion of the permitting process and commencement of development activity as key milestones in increasing shareholder value.

Fortuna Announces $30 Million Bought Deal Financing

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:18:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) -

Vaaldiam Provides Update Regarding Previously Announced Unsolicited Take-Over Bid

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:09:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Vaaldiam Resources Ltd. ("Vaaldim") (TSX:VAA) has issued this release in order to provide an update with respect to the proposed hostile take-over bid that was announced on February 1, 2010 by Michael Bailey and entities controlled by him.

As referenced in Vaaldiam's press release of February 1, 2010, Vaaldiam had no prior knowledge of the proposed unsolicited take-over bid. Despite having had one conversation with Mr. Bailey on February 2, 2010, Vaaldiam still does not have any further information regarding the timing of the proposed bid, the conditions associated with such bid or whether the bidding group has the financing in place necessary to complete the bid.

Notice: DPM 2009 Year End Financial Results

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:32:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Dundee Precious Metals Inc. (TSX:DPM)(TSX:DPM.WT)(TSX:DPM.WT.A) (the "Company" or "DPM") will be holding an analyst conference call to discuss its 2009 Year End Financial Results on Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. (E.S.T). The call will be hosted by Jonathan Goodman, President and Chief Executive Officer, who will be joined by Stephanie Anderson, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Apella Resources Inc.: Drilling Has Commenced; Iron-T Vanadium-Iron-Titanium Project

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:06:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Apella Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:APA)(FRANKFURT:NWN) and its Board of Directors are pleased to report that a further 1000 metres of diamond drilling on the Iron-t project has now commenced. This program is a follow-up due to the positive findings from the previous round of drilling, results of which were released December 15^th, 2009. As in Phase 1, Apella is prepared to increase the meterage of drilling significantly in Phase 2 should the results in this second phase reflect the positive results of Phase 1.

Aeroquest International Limited (TSX:AQL) Announces the Release Date of Its December 31, 2009 Q1 Financial Results and Conference Call Details

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:05:00 EST
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Stelmine to Acquire Properties in Direct Vicinity of Rare Metals and High Grade Lithium Discovery Done by First Gold Ressources

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:00:00 EST
MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Stelmine Canada Ltd. ("Stelmine"), (TSX VENTURE:STH) today announced the closing of an acquisition agreement under which the company can acquire up to a 100% interest in 9 mining claims, covering an area of 477 hectares in Eastmain Township on map NTSC 33C01 on a contiguous block of land in direct vicinity of the recent lithium discovery announced by First Gold Exploration on press releases dated January 21, 2010. T

Exploration First Gold inc. : 341 ppm (g/t) Ta2O5 sur 6,4 m�tres dans le forage LR-09-03

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:10:00 EST
LAVAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 3 f�v. 2010) - Exploration First Gold inc. (TSX CROISSANCE:EFG)(FRANCFORT:F12) est heureuse d'annoncer les nouveaux r�sultats d'analyse pour le tantale. Ces r�sultats confirment que des zones � teneurs significatives en tantale ont �t� recoup�es en forage. Voir le tableau ci-bas pour une r�capitulation des r�sultats du forage LR-09-03. L

First Gold Exploration Inc.: 341 ppm (g/t) Ta2O5 Over 6.4 Metres in Hole LR-09-03

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:09:00 EST
LAVAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - First Gold Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:EFG)(FRANKFURT:F12) is pleased to release new analysis results for tantalum. These results confirm that zones with significant tantalum grades have been intersected by drilling. The table below summarizes the results for Hole LR-09-03. F

Merc Announces Election of New Director

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:00:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Merc International Minerals Inc. ("Merc" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:MRK) announced today that John McBride was elected to Merc's Board of Directors at its Annual General Meeting held on January 28, 2010, replacing a seat vacated by Carlos Yrigoyen. M

Nordex Explosives Announces Requisition for Special Meeting Invalid

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:25:00 EST

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) -

Australian Solomons Gold Delisted From TSX; Compulsory Acquisition Process Ongoing

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:41:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) -

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Dia Bras Releases Fourth Quarter 2009 Results

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:29:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Dia Bras Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:DIB) announces the results of pilot-mining at its Bolivar project for the three-month and twelve-month periods ended December 31, 2009, and for the Cusi project for the three-month period ended December 31, 2009. All currency in this release is in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated.

NQ Exploration Inc.: Alexander Banks Appointed to the Board of Directors

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:40:00 EST

LAVAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - NQ Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:NQE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alexander Banks to its Board of Directors. Mr. Banks has been appointed to replace Mr. Carbonneau as a member of the Audit Committee.�

Exploration NQ inc. : Nomination de M. Alexander Banks � titre d'administrateur de la Soci�t�

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:40:00 EST

LAVAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 3 f�v. 2010) - Exploration NQ inc. (TSX CROISSANCE:NQE) a le plaisir d'annoncer la nomination de monsieur Alexander Banks � titre d'administrateur de la Soci�t�.�Monsieur Banks est nomm� en remplacement de monsieur Carbonneau comme membre du comit� de v�rification.

Strait Gold Continues Phase 1 Exploration at Alicia

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:35:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Strait Gold Corporation (TSX VENTURE:SRD) is pleased to report that a Phase 1 exploration program is continuing at its Alicia project in Peru despite recent heavy rainfall that has caused severe flooding in parts of the country and neighbouring Bolivia. A

Katanga Mining Invests in DRC Agricultural Projects and Will Not Be Adversely Affected by Recent Export Restrictions

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:15:00 EST

BAAR, SWITZERLAND--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Katanga Mining Limited (TSX:KAT) (the "Company") announces that it continues to invest in agricultural projects in the Katanga region of the Democratic Republic of Congo and will look to increase this investment in an appropriate manner.�Accordingly, the Company believes the recently announced export restrictions on companies failing to invest in agricultural projects in the Katanga region will not adversely affect the Company's business.

Coronado's Underground Drill Program Proves an In-House Estimate of 18,000 Tons Averaging .481 oz/t Gold; System is Open at Depth on its Madison Gold Copper Project in Montana, USA

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:59:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Coronado Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:CRD) announces gold estimates from its recent diamond drill program on its wholly owned Madison Gold/Copper property in Montana, USA. The results from this drilling allowed Coronado's chief onsite geologist/engineer to calculate an in-house estimate of 18,000 tons grading .481 oz/t gold (16.50 gm/mt au). The bulk of the gold from this estimate is at a vertical depth of 60 feet below the recently mined gold zone. Underground work is presently underway to allow this block to be extracted. The decline will be advanced 360 feet, which will take approximately two months. The mining, trucking and processing is estimated to be in the order of $325 per ton.

New Company Criterion NDT Helps Automotive and Medical Component Manufacturers Realize Significant Cost Savings

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:25:00 EST

Proven, Real-Time Non Destructive Testing Solutions Allow Manufacturers to Find and Sort Defects During the Manufacturing Process

Kirrin Resources Announces $200,000 Private Placement

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:18:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Kirrin Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:KYM) today announced that it intends to complete a non-brokered private placement of up to 1,666,667 units ("Units") at a price of $0.12 per Unit for aggregate gross proceeds of up to $200,000 (the "Private Placement"). Each Unit will consist of one common share in the share capital of Kirrin ("Common Share") and one Common Share purchase warrant ("Warrant"). Each full Warrant will be exercisable into one Common Share at a price of $0.14 per Common Share for up to 18 months from the date of issuance, subject to earlier termination in certain circumstances. The Private Placement is subject to all necessary regulatory approvals, including the conditional approval of the TSX Venture Exchange (the "Exchange").

Probe Mines Announces Closing of $250,000 Non-Brokered Private Placement

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:05:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - The Directors of Probe Mines Limited (TSX VENTURE:PRB) ("Probe") are pleased to announce the closing of the recently announced private placement financing for gross proceeds of $250,000 consisting of the sale of 500,000 Units sold at $0.50 per Unit. Each Unit consists of one common share and one common share purchase warrant. Each whole common share purchase warrant entitles the holder to acquire one common share for $0.75 for a period of two years after closing. All securities will be subject to a hold period of four months.

Geodex Reports New Tungsten Discovery on Nashwaak Property, New Brunswick

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Geodex Minerals Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:GXM)(FRANKFURT:G2W) (the "Company" or 'Geodex') is pleased to report the results of the first ever drill program on its Nashwaak property in New Brunswick. Geodex's business plan remains focused on advancing its flagship Sisson Brook tungsten-molybdenum project towards production, while maintaining an aggressive portfolio of prospective exploration properties in New Brunswick. The Nashwaak property forms part of a group of properties, in addition to Sisson Brook, with potential for granite-related deposits with tungsten, molybdenum, tin and related metals. The challenge and potential of the region lies in the complexities due to the extensive glacial till cover masking potential mineral deposits. Geodex has successfully progressed the Sisson Brook deposit through exploration into development in this environment and the drill discovery

Recent Vehicle Testing Results for Fleet Markets

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:40:00 EST

COSTA MESA, CA--(Marketwire - February 3, 2010) - SaVi Media Group (PINKSHEETS: SVMI) announces recent vehicle testing results for Fleet Markets, a core marketing/sales strategy for 2010. The seven vehicle types were tested both prior to DynoValve installation and after installation, showing significant improvement in both engine performance and emissions reduction. In addition, vehicles also demonstrated increased fuel mileage.

Gold Summit Files New Monte Cristo NI 43-101 Resource Report

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:24:00 EST

RENO, NEVADA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Gold Summit Corporation (TSX VENTURE:GSM) ("GSM" or the "Company") reports that, further to its news release of December 14, 2009, it has now filed on SEDAR the new NI 43-101 compliant resource report on its flagship Monte Cristo property.

ECU Silver Receives Environmental License for Current and Future Operations

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:24:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - ECU Silver Mining Inc. (TSX:ECU) is pleased to report that its Mexican operating unit has received a "Licencia Ambiental Unica" (the LAU), effectively, a unified environmental license. T

American Bonanza Gold Corp.: Copperstone Positive Feasibility Results

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:05:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - American Bonanza Gold Corp. (TSX:BZA)(OTCBB:ABGFF)(FRANKFURT:AB2) ("Bonanza") is pleased to announce the positive results of its NI43-101 compliant 2010 Feasibility Study (the "Study") at Bonanza's 100% owned Copperstone Gold Mine in Arizona. The Study, prepared by Continental Metallurgical Services under the guidance of Todd Fayram, B.S. Eng, MMSA-QP(M) a Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101, was prepared to present the results of a comprehensive evaluation of the Copperstone deposit and provide an economic evaluation of future underground mining operations at the past producing Copperstone mine. The Study indicates Copperstone will be a profitable gold mine with positive economics from the re-activation of mining, pursuing the gold mineralization from the past open pit to the future high grade underground mining. Re-activation of mining at Copperstone re

Gold Resource Corporation Produces First Concentrates From El Aguila Mill

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:57:00 EST

DENVER, CO--(Marketwire - February 3, 2010) - Gold Resource Corporation (GRC) (OTCBB: GORO) (FRANKFURT: GIH) is pleased to announce first concentrate production at its El Aguila Project Mill, located in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Puget Announces London-Zurich Institutional Road Show and Attendance at 2010 London Metal Exchange's Pre-Launch of Cobalt Trading

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:45:00 EST

Project Update: Drilling Continues at Werner West

Staccato Gold Appoints Strategic Advisor

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:37:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Staccato Gold Resources Ltd. ("Staccato") (TSX VENTURE:CAT) announces that it has commenced a formal review of its strategic options in order to enhance shareholder value, and that it has retained Paradigm Capital Inc. ("Paradigm Capital") as a strategic and financial advisor.

Oriental Minerals Inc.: Corporate Update

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - ORIENTAL MINERALS INC. (TSX VENTURE:OTL) -

North Atlantic Resources Ltd.: Proposed Equity Private Placement to Raise Up to $1,350,000

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:25:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) -

Golden Star Appoints Two New Directors

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:20:00 EST

DENVER, COLORADO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Golden Star Resources Ltd. (TSX:GSC)(NYSE Amex:GSS)(GSE:GSR) announced today that Mr. Robert E. Doyle and Mr. Christopher M.T. Thompson have joined the Board of Directors effective immediately.

Teryl Resources Announces Approval of US$1.5 Million 2010 Exploration Budget for the Gil Joint Venture Gold Claims by Kinross Gold Corporation

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:15:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 2, 2010) - Teryl Resources Corp. (TSX VENTURE:TRC)(OTCBB:TRYLF) is pleased to announce a US$1,524,600 2010 budget has been approved by our joint venture partner Fairbanks Gold Mining, Inc. (FGMI), a subsidiary of Kinross Gold Corporation, on the Gil joint venture claims, as follows:

Ucore Uranium Inc. Announces Investor Relations Appointment

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:09:00 EST

HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) -

Alloy Steel International Inc. Preliminary Profit Advice Quarter Ending 31/12/09

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:09:00 EST

PERTH, AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - February 3, 2010) - The Company (OTCBB: AYSI) is pleased to advise that the pre-tax operating profit for the trading quarter 1st October to 31 December 2009, is expected to be approximately USD 2.24million. This is an increase of USD 3,200,500 over the same quarter (loss USD 960,500) last year.

HudBay Announces 2009 Production and 2010 Outlook

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:05:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - HudBay Minerals Inc. (TSX:HBM) ("HudBay") (the "Company") today announced its 2009 production results and its outlook for 2010. "

Metals Creek Resources Corp. Intersects High Grade Mineralization at Naybob South Zone in Timmins, Ontario

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Metals Creek Resources Corp. (the "Corporation") (TSX VENTURE:MEK) is pleased to announce that the Corporation has received assay results for five additional holes from its recently completed drill program on its Ogden Gold Property, Timmins, Ontario which is a part of an Option Agreement (the "Agreement") with Goldcorp Canada Ltd. and Goldcorp Inc. These holes were designed to test near surface high grade gold mineralization and the down plunge extension of the Naybob South stratigraphy. These five drill holes were part of a previously announced eleven hole diamond drill program totaling 2,687 meters targeting mineralization on the Porphyry Hill, Naybob South and Thomas Ogden zones. All results have now been received for this program. Three holes (OG09-006, 018 and 019) targeted near surface mineralization above the 200 foot level within the central portion of the 600m

Sultan Minerals Anticipates Significant Lead Zinc Resource Estimate for Its Jersey Emerald Property, BC

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Sultan Minerals Inc. (TSX VENTURE:SUL)(FRANKFURT:RZN) ("Sultan") is pleased to announce that preliminary data from the resource estimate for the Jersey Lead-Zinc-Silver Mine suggests a significant lead zinc resource may remain on the property. Giroux Consultants Ltd. of Vancouver, BC has been contracted to complete the resource estimate which includes assays from 94 exploration drill holes completed by Sultan in 2008 and 4,948 historic production drill holes. Sultan's consultants report that initial studies indicate the presence of large zones of lead-zinc mineralization adjacent to the historic workings. Data is currently being plotted and confirmed with computer modeling with final results expected by the end of February.

TintinaGold Completes $5 Million Private Placement

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - TintinaGold Resources Inc. ("TintinaGold" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:TAU) is pleased to announce that it has closed its non-brokered private placement previously announced on January 28, 2010.

San Anton Announces Business Combination With Kings Minerals

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - San Anton Resource Corporation (TSX:SNN) ("San Anton" or the "Company") announces that, subject to certain conditions, it has agreed in principle with its controlling shareholder, Kings Minerals NL (ASX:KMN) ("Kings"), to complete a business combination whereby Kings will acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of San Anton not presently owned by Kings in exchange for shares of Kings. In connection with the transaction, Kings intends to apply for a listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") and to complete a financing to be used for the development of the Company's San Anton Project.

Merrex 2010 Resource Increases Grade and Establishes Indicated Resource at Siribaya

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:45:00 EST
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Gregory Isenor, P.Geo., President and CEO of Merrex Gold Inc. ("Merrex")(TSX VENTURE:MXI) is pleased to release the second resource estimate for Merrex's Siribaya Gold Project in West Mali. This estimate, completed by ACA Howe International Limited, resulted in a marked increase in the average grade and established an Indicated resource continuous over 800 metres, open to the north, south and at depth. R

Afri-Can Revises and Increases Target Areas for Diamond Sampling on Block J in Namibia

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:45:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Afri-Can Marine Minerals Corporation ("Afri-Can") (TSX VENTURE:AFA)(FRANKFURT:AJF)�announces that following the acquisition of data from a regional geophysical survey carried out in 2007 by International Mining and Dredging Holding Ltd ("IMDH"), Afri-Can's geological team, in conjunction with its consultant Zstar Mineral Resource Consultants ("Zstar"), have revised and increased the surface of the target areas for the marine diamond sampling program.�The total potential target area for evaluation sampling in Block J now stands at 41.7 square kilometres, as opposed to 27.6 square kilometres in the NI 43-101 report of April 2007.�The sampling targets for 2010 have been increased to 19.6 square kilometres from 15.5 square kilometres.�Afri-Can holds a 70% interest in Block J through a joint venture agreement with the licensee, Woduna Mining Holdings (Pty) Ltd.

Afri-Can r�vise et augmente la superficie des cibles d'�chantillonnage diamantif�re du Bloc J en Namibie

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:45:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 3 f�v. 2010) - Afri-Can, Soci�t� de min�raux marins (�Afri-Can�) (TSX CROISSANCE:AFA)(FRANCFORT:AJF), annonce que suite � l'acquisition des donn�es d'un lev� g�ophysique r�gional men� en 2007 par International Mining and Dredging Holding Ltd (�IMDH�), l'�quipe g�ologique d'Afri-Can en collaboration avec ses consultants Zstar Mineral Resource Consultants (�Zstar�) ont r�vis� et augment� la superficie des cibles�pour le programme d'�chantillonnage diamantif�re marin. La superficie totale des cibles potentielles pour l'�chantillonnage d'�valuation sur le Bloc J est maintenant de 41,7 kilom�tres carr�s contrairement � 27,6 kilom�tres carr�s tel que stipul� dans le rapport 43-101 du mois d'avril 2007. Les cibles d'�chantillonnage pour 2010 ont �t

American Lithium Minerals Closes Gold Summit Transaction

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:34:00 EST

HENDERSON, NV--(Marketwire - February 3, 2010) - American Lithium Minerals, Inc. (OTCBB: AMLM) www.americanlithium.com (the "Company") announced today that it has closed its transaction with the Gold Summit Corporation previously announced on January 5, 2010. American Lithium Minerals entered into an agreement to acquire 5 grassroots exploration brine projects in Nevada from Gold Summit Minerals.

Colossus Minerals Announces Updated Technical Report

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) -�Colossus Minerals Inc. ("Colossus" or "the Company") (TSX:CSI) is pleased to announce that it has filed an updated National Instrument 43-101 ("NI 43-101") compliant technical report entitled "Technical Report on Recent Exploration at the Serra Pelada Gold-Platinum-Palladium Project in Par� State, Brazil for Colossus Minerals Inc." dated January 31, 2010 (the "2010 Report") in respect of the Serra Pelada property. The 2010 Report updates the NI 43-101 report filed on December 21, 2007. A copy of the updated report is available on SEDAR and the Company's website.

Retransmission: Century Provides Lamaque Gold Project Monthly Progress Update

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

BLAINE, WASHINGTON--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Century Mining Corporation ("Century" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:CMM) is pleased to provide a progress update at its 100% owned Lamaque gold project located in Val-d'Or, Qu�bec, Canada. On January 4^th, 2010, the Company announced the closing of the financing to provide the necessary capital for the continued exploration, development and reopening of the Company's Lamaque gold project, which is expected to be pouring gold in the second quarter of 2010.

Mazorro Resources Provides Update on Congo Exploration Permits

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST
OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Mazorro Resources Inc. ("Mazorro" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:MZO)(FRANKFURT:JAM) is pleased to provide an update with respect to the previously announced acquisition of exploration permits in the Democratic Republic of Congo ("DRC", see Press Release dated December 8, 2009). D

Renowned Geological Expert to Be Midlands' Technical Advisor on Sian/Praso, Ghana

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Midlands Minerals Corporation ("Midlands" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:MEX)�is pleased to announce that Dr. David Groves, renowned geological expert, has agreed to provide consulting services as Technical Advisor to Midlands, focusing on exploration on the Sian and Kwahu Praso projects in Ghana. The Agreement was effective January 15, 2010.

Calibre Mining Trenches 4.2 Metres of 3.49 G/T Gold at La Luna

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Calibre Mining Corp. (TSX VENTURE:CXB) (the "Company" or "Calibre") is pleased to report that initial trench data from the Borosi gold-silver-copper project area in northeast Nicaragua has been received from ALS CHEMEX labs of North Vancouver BC.�Sampling results from the La Luna and Blag targets within the Eastern Epithermal Camp have confirmed the presence of new low-sulphidation epithermal gold-silver vein trends.

Crosshair Commences Drilling at Golden Promise

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Crosshair Exploration & Mining Corp. (TSX:CXX)(NYSE Amex:CXZ) ("Crosshair") is pleased to announce that drilling has begun at the Golden Promise Project in Newfoundland.�The CDN $800,000 program will focus on the Jaclyn Main Zone and will consist of approximately 6,200 metres (m) of drilling in 30 holes.�Of this total, 18 holes are 50 metre-spaced "step-out" holes aimed at extending the Jaclyn Main Zone eastward for 300m to a total strike length of 1.2km.�The remaining holes are proposed to further test the potential of the parallel Jaclyn North Zone and provide metallurgical samples of the high-grade near-surface portion of the Jaclyn Main Zone.

San Gold Begins Development of the 007 Deposit as New Drill Results Demonstrate High Grade Features and Continuity of New Mine

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:15:00 EST

BISSETT, MB--(Marketwire - February 3, 2010) - Dale Ginn, CEO of San Gold Corporation (TSX-V: SGR), is pleased to report surface exploration drilling results that have considerably expanded on and confirmed the recently announced "007" discovery. The deepest intersection encountered so far in drill hole # CD-09-011 yielded 52.5 g/tonne (1.53 oz/ton) over 2.0 meters (6.6 ft) at over 300 meters (1000 ft) below surface. The results of this series of drill holes stem from the first efforts toward establishing dimensions and continuity of the "007" zone following the recent announcement of the high grade discovery hole CD-09-007, which cut 1788 g/tonne (52.2 oz/ton) over 2.1 meters (6.9 ft), (see press release dated Nov. 23, 2009).

VG Gold Paymaster Results, Timmins, Ontario

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:01:00 EST

37.3 metres of 2.3 gpt gold (122.5 feet of 0.067 opt)

Including 7.6 metres of 5.6 gpt gold (25 feet of 0.163 opt)

Drilling Resumes on Redstar's High-Grade Gold Discovery in Red Lake

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:01:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Redstar Gold Corp. ("Redstar" or "the Company") (TSX VENTURE:RGC) is pleased to announce that drilling has resumed on its emerging high-grade gold Newman Todd project in Red Lake, Ontario. Results from recent drilling (announced January 12, 2010) have helped define three zones of highgrade gold mineralization within a structural trend that can be traced for 2000 metres.�Current drilling is focused on expanding the known zones of mineralization and continuing to test the structural trend.

Thundermin and Cornerstone Announce That A $1,500,000 Diamond Drilling Program has Commenced on the Little Deer Copper Property, Newfoundland

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Thundermin Resources Inc. ("Thundermin") (TSX:THR) and 50% joint venture partner Cornerstone Resources Inc. ("Cornerstone") (TSX VENTURE:CGP) announce that a $1,500,000 diamond drilling program, comprising approximately 11,000 m of drilling in 15 holes and employing two drills, has commenced on the Little Deer Copper Deposit ("Deposit") located approximately 10 km north of Springdale in north-central Newfoundland. It is anticipated that this program will be completed by July 2010.

Cornerstone and Thundermin Announce a $1.5 Million Drilling Program on the Little Deer Copper Property, Newfoundland

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

MOUNT PEARL, NEWFOUNDLAND--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Cornerstone Capital Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:CGP) (FRANKFURT:GWN) (BERLIN:GWN) (PINK SHEETS:CTNXF) and 50% joint venture partner Thundermin Resources Inc. ("Thundermin") (THR:TSX) announce that a $Cdn 1,500,000 diamond drilling program, comprising approximately 11,000 m of drilling in 15 holes and employing two drills, has commenced on the Little Deer copper deposit ("Deposit") located approximately 10 km north of Springdale in north-central Newfoundland. It is anticipated that the current program will be completed by July 2010.

UC HUB Group Prepares to Sell Sapphires and Gold on TV

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - February 3, 2010) - UC Hub Group, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: UCHB) announced that it has contracted with Global Gateway Media and Communications Inc., (GGMC) in Los Angeles, California to offer its gems and precious metals for sale on television to a broadcast coverage of 10 million North American potential viewers. The North American Gem TV Show will initially focus on the actual North American gems, but also on the various mines and miners of North America. The Miners and their passion bring an interesting story to each gem. In addition GMT Studios in Culver City, California is in discussions with the Company on building elaborate sets on their Stage Three and are excited about the potential and the integrity of the vision of the TV show.

Rusoro Announces Management Change

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Rusoro Mining Ltd. ("Rusoro" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:RML) reports that Interim Chief Financial Officer Gary Warnecke will be stepping down and that the Company will immediately promote current Vice President of Finance, Matias Herrero, to the position of Chief Financial Officer as part of an organized and planned transition.�As the Vice President of Finance over the last two years Mr. Herrero has played a significant role in the implementation of the overall accounting policies of the Company as Rusoro transitioned to a gold producer and has overseen all of Rusoro's finance related matters in Canada and Venezuela since early 2008.�Mr. Warnecke will continue to provide ongoing support to the Finance team and will remain as a consultant with Rusoro until April 30, 2010.

Time to Invest in U.S. Onshore Oil & Gas Prospects -- Terra Energy & Resource Technologies Initiates a New Investment Strategy, Leveraging Its Breakthrough Technology

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - February 3, 2010) - Terra Energy & Resource Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: TEGR), a natural resources exploration technology company, is launching Phase II of its long-term business plan -- leveraging its technology to build a superior portfolio of oil & gas production and reserves in the United States. It is anticipated that the initiative will be significantly accretive to Terra's revenues and earnings. Terra Diversified Drilling, LLC ("TDD"), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, will acquire a minority interest in U.S., non-operated oil & gas prospects on a "farm-in" basis. The Company will invest into highly graded oil & gas drilling prospects through TDD, seeking profits from the production and sale of hydrocarbons.

Central Resumes Drilling at Red Lake, Ontario

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Central Resources Corp., (TSX VENTURE:CBC) ("Central" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that drilling has resumed on the Newman Todd gold project in Red Lake, Ontario. The diamond drill program will focus on expanding the known zones of mineralization and will continue to test the structural trend on the property. As announced on January 12, 2010, Central completed a four hole drill program in late 2009 targeting gold mineralization in two areas 400 metres apart which resulted in three of the four holes intersecting intervals of greater than 20 g/t gold.

Brinx Resources and Partners Spud First Well at OK-4 Oklahoma Project

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:00:00 EST

ALBUQUERQUE, NM--(Marketwire - February 3, 2010) - Brinx Resources (OTCBB: BNXR) is pleased to report that drilling of the first well of the new OK-4 two well program at the Oklahoma Project has begun.

American Manganese Plans 191 Drill Hole Program

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - Larry W. Reaugh, President and Chief Executive Officer of American Manganese Inc. (formerly: Rocher Deboule Minerals Corp.) (TSX VENTURE:AMY)(PINK SHEETS:AMYZF) (the "Company"), is pleased to report the Company has plans to drill 191 reverse circulation drill holes which will be located primarily upon patented land under the control of the Company.�The property is located in Mohave County, Arizona 30 miles due east of the Parker Dam.