Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. announced the departure of Darren Hall, Chief Operating Officer, from its management team effective May 23, 2017, although Darren will continue to provide transitional support until June 30, 2017. There is a strong operations management group at the Australian and Canadian Operations, and the Company expects this to be a smooth transition to a more country focused management. In addition, the Company announces the resignation of Ryan King, Vice President of Investor Relations from its management team, effective May 23, 2017. During the interim, all Investor Relations inquires can be directed to Darin Smith, Director of Corporate Development.