Focus Graphite Inc. announced the appointment of Mr. Benoit Lafrance, P.Geo, Ph.D., as Vice-President, Exploration. Mr. Lafrance's appointment is effective immediately. Mr. Lafrance replaces Mr. Tony Brisson who resigned to pursue other interests.

Mr. Lafrance assumes his responsibilities with the company after serving three years as scientific researcher for CONSOREM, an applied research group for mineral exploration.