Fokus Mining Corporation appoints Mr. Jean-David Moore, P.Eng. in forestry, to its Board of Directors. This important appointment takes effect immediately.

Jean-David Moore has been a consultant and an adviser to several mineral exploration and development companies for more than fifteen years. He also holds large holdings in several mineral exploration companies and has developed a strong relationships network in the sector. He currently owns 8.2 million common shares of Fokus.

A graduate of Laval University in Forestry Engineering, Mr. Moore holds a master's degree also from Laval University, in Québec. He is a member of the Order of Forest Engineers of the Province of Québec (OIFQ). As a forestry scientist, he has published more than 70 scientific publications in different international journals.