Mr. Mark O'Dea reports

NORTHWEST COPPER ACKNOWLEDGES RECEIPT OF NOMINATION NOTICE OF DISSIDENT BOARD SLATE

Northwest Copper Corp. has received notice from a shareholder, pursuant to the company's advance notice provisions, of its intention to propose a slate of six dissident nominees for the company's board of directors at this year's annual general meeting of shareholders.

The company is reviewing the submission and will respond in due course. In the meantime, there is no need for shareholders to take any action.

Advisers

Northwest Copper has retained Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP as legal counsel, Kingsdale Advisors as strategic shareholder adviser, and Longview Communications and Public Affairs as communications adviser.

About Northwest Copper Corp.

Northwest Copper is a new copper-gold explorer and developer with an exciting pipeline of projects in British Columbia. With a robust portfolio in a Tier 1 jurisdiction, Northwest Copper is well positioned to participate fully in a strengthening global copper market. The company is committed to responsible mineral exploration which involves working collaboratively with first nations to ensure future development incorporates stewardship best practices and respects traditional land use.

We seek Safe Harbor.