Northern Shield Resources Inc. announced the appointment of Dr. Frank Santaguida to the board of directors of the company, subject to TSXV approval. Dr. Santaguida has considerable experience and expertise in Ni-Cu-PGE systems including 15 years with First Quantum Minerals Ltd, Xstrata Copper and Falconbridge. Ltd. He currently serves as Vice President, Exploration of First Cobalt Corporation. Northern Shield also announced that Mr. William Kiff has retired as Chairman of the board of directors of the company. Mr. Kiff has been Chairman since 2003. Mr. Kiff is replaced as Chairman by Mr. Russell Richards. Mr. Richards joined the board in 2016, and has worked to help manage private equity portfolio companies in Atlanta, Georgia, since 2009. Mr. Richards previously worked for investment banks in Atlanta, London and Lagos.