AuRico Gold Appoints Janice Stairs, LLB, MBA to the Board of Directors

The Company also announces that Dr. Luis Chavez will resign his position as a director of the Company, while remaining as Senior Vice President, Mexico. During his 7 year tenure as director, Dr. Chavez has been instrumental in guiding the development of the Company's Mexican business unit, an initiative he will continue to lead in his current capacity of Senior Vice President, Mexico.

"On behalf of the Board of Directors we are pleased to welcome Janice to the AuRico Board. Her public company experience in the natural resource sector will further enhance the effectiveness of the Board as we draw upon her extensive knowledge in the areas of corporate law, finance and human resources. We look forward to working with Janice in the months and years to come," stated Alan Edwards, Chairman of the Board. He continued, "The Company wishes to thank Dr. Chavez for his considerable contribution to the Board throughout his tenure as a director."

About AuRico Gold 

AuRico Gold is a leading Canadian gold producer with mines and projects in North America that have solid production growth and exploration potential. The Company is focused on its core operations including the Young-Davidson gold mine in northern Ontario and the El Chanate mine in Sonora State, Mexico. AuRico's project pipeline also includes development opportunities in Canada and Mexico. AuRico's head office is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

SOURCE: AuRico Gold Inc.

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Scott Perry
President & Chief Executive Officer
AuRico Gold Inc.
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Anne Day
Vice President, Investor Relations and Communications
AuRico Gold Inc.
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