TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Sept. 13, 2013) - MacDonald Mines Exploration Ltd. (News - Market indicators) (the "Company") -

The Company wishes to advise that Kirk McKinnon has resigned as President & Chief Executive Officer, effective September 12, 2013.

Mr. McKinnon will continue to serve on the Board of Directors and will also provide ongoing consulting services to the Company.

The Board would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Kirk for his hard work and dedication throughout his years with the business. Over this period, he has made a substantial contribution to the organization.

The Board intends to complete a review of its senior management structure and will provide an update with respect to this matter in the near future.

Issued on behalf of the Board of Directors.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding senior management of the Company. Actual developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements depending upon many factors, including factors not necessarily in the control of the Company. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release represent the Company's views and expectations as of the date of this release and should not be relied upon as representing its views and expectations at any subsequent date. Other than as required by law, the Company does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update or revise these forward‐looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.