Mr. Gary Economo reports

FOCUS GRAPHITE ANNOUNCES THE DEPARTURE OF VP EXPLORATION BENOIT LAFRANCE

Dr. Benoit Lafrance, PGeo, PhD, vice-president, exploration, has left Focus Graphite Inc.

"Dr. Lafrance has been an invaluable addition to Focus Graphite's management since January, 2013," said Focus chief executive officer Gary Economo.

"His experience in mineral exploration as well as his strong academic background has brought added value to our management team and we wish him well in his new endeavours."

Dr. Lafrance's resignation is effective Feb. 1, 2016.