Avino Provides Year End Summary and Outlook for 2012

We are pleased to present a review of Avino’s achievements in 2011 and outlook for 2012. Last year was a mile stone year for Avino despite the turmoil witnessed in the global financial markets. Considerable progress was made towards our goal of becoming a multi-million ounce annual silver producer.

Garibaldi Adds Board Member

Garibaldi Resources Corp. is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Craig Gibson to its Board of Directors. Dr. Gibson holds a Ph.D. in Economic Geology & Geochemistry from Mackay School of Mines, University of Nevada, Reno and is a Certified Professional Geologist and member of the American Institute of Professional Geologists.

Kootenay Announces Name Change to Kootenay Silver Inc.

Kootenay Gold Inc. is pleased to announce that the Company has completed all necessary application processes and obtained regulatory approval to change its name to “Kootenay Silver Inc.” from “Kootenay Gold Inc.”. The Company’s shares will trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the new name at market open on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. The trading symbol of the Company will remain as “KTN”.

Defiance Silver Corp. Stakes 24,500 Ha Claim Over Historic Minerva Mining District

Defiance Silver Corp is pleased to announce the acquisition by staking of the 24,500 hectare blanket claim covering the historic Minerva Mining District in northern Coahuila State, Mexico. The Minerva Mining District is located 5 km west of the La Encantada Silver mine owned by First Majestic Silver Corp. which is projected to produce over 4 million oz of silver in 2012.

Camino Signs Letter Of Intent For El Secreto Gold, Silver And Copper Project

Camino Minerals Corporation is pleased to announce that it has signed a Letter of Intent with Arcelia Gold Corp. that sets out the terms upon which the Company can acquire from Arcelia the sole and exclusive right and option to acquire up to an 80% interest in the El Secreto Gold, Silver and Copper project located in Sinaloa State, Mexico.

Major Drilling Group International Inc. is one of the world’s largest drilling services companies primarily serving the mining industry. Established in 1980, Major Drilling has over 1,000 years of combined experience and expertise within its management team alone.

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Maza Drilling is a Mexican company established in 2007 in Mazatlán, Sinaloa. Our Canadian founder, Mr. Guy de Launiere, has over 20 years of international experience managing diverse drilling operations. Maza Drilling strives to compete at the highest levels in terms of recovery, effectiveness, efficiency, and affordability at every project while keeping at the forefront of technology to meet our customer’s needs in this demanding market.