Vancouver, B.C., December 3, 2013 - Columbus Copper Corporation (CCU: TSX-V) (formerly Empire Mining Corporation) ("Columbus Copper") is not proceeding with the private placement previously announced on November 14, 2013. Columbus Copper is considering other financing opportunities.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD

Robert F. Giustra
Chairman

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

For more information contact:

Investor Relations
604-634-0970 or
1-888-818-1364
info@columbusgroup.com

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