This news release includes certain “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” (collectively “forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable Canadian and United States securities laws. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address circumstances, events, activities or developments that could, or may or will occur, are forward-looking statements and are based on the opinions and estimates of management as of the date such statements are made. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words such as “expect”, “plan”, “target”, “on track”, “achieve”, “continue”, “improve”, “advance”, “grow”, “potential”, “intend”, “build”, “future” or “believe” and similar expressions or their negative connotations. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: the anticipated production, operations and future performance of the Goose Mine; the timing, completion and expected benefits of the Goose Mine crushing circuit upgrades; estimates of mineral reserves and mineral resources and the conversion of Inferred Mineral Resources to Indicated Mineral Resources; the impact of exploration results on mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates and mine life; the anticipated impact of the planned shutdown of the Goose crushing circuit; and the Company’s ability to stockpile sufficient ore to mitigate the effects of such shutdown.