Chemesis International Inc. announced the resignation of Mr. Brian Thurston from its board of directors and the appointment of Mr. Mark Fields to its board of directors, each with immediate effect. The Company would like to thank Mr. Thurston for all of his contributions to the Company and wishes him well in his future endeavours. Mr. Fields has over 35 years industry experience in the mineral exploration and development.

Mr. Fields has broad experience in overseeing mineral properties from exploration to production. Mr. Fields served as a geologist and business manager for the Rio Tinto Group, where he was involved in all aspects of Rio Tinto's Canadian exploration activities and was intimately involved in advancing the Diavik diamond project from various exploration stages to feasibility studies.