Mr. Brian Kynoch reports

IMPERIAL METALS CORPORATION: RED CHRIS MINE BEGINS TRUCKING CONCENTRATE

Imperial Metals Corp.'s Red Chris mine trucked its first shipments of copper concentrate to the Port of Stewart, B.C., on Feb. 27, 2015.

Commissioning of the flotation circuit with low-grade ore commenced on Feb. 15. During the second week of start-up, the mill feed grade was increased using ores from both the East and Main zones. The plant's first full 12-hour operating shift, without stoppage, took place on Feb. 22. The plant milled approximately 15,500 tonnes during that 12-hour period.

The mill processed just over 193,000 tonnes in February, producing approximately 2,400 tonnes of copper concentrate.

The commissioning team continues to focus on achieving continuous operations and a consistent final concentrate grade. Once the team is satisfied with the progress in these areas, more emphasis will be placed on metal recoveries and throughput.