VANCOUVER, BC--(Marketwired - August 02, 2016) - SolidusGold Inc. (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE: SDC) announces the passing of Ken Collison, a director and interim CEO of the Company.

"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ken Collison -- Director, colleague and friend. Having had the pleasure of working with Ken Collison, it is difficult to have to inform the shareholders that we have lost a gentleman who was truly talented, diligent, hardworking and a team player who was dedicated to building shareholder value for all shareholders. On behalf of the shareholders, the management team and the Board members I would like to convey our heartfelt condolences to Ken's wife, children, family and friends. Ken will be remembered fondly by all as he made the world a better place by being himself and accomplishing great things", Commented Rick Van Nieuwenhuyse, Co-Chairman.

Ken had joined SolidusGold following his outstanding success with Blue Pearl Mining/Thompson Creek Metals, which he helped build into one of North America's premier molybdenum producers. Ken recently served on the Board of Tintina Resources and AsiaBaseMetals. Ken's easy going manner and passion for the industry will be missed by all who had the pleasure to work with him.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

SolidusGold Inc.
Rick Van Nieuwenhuyse
Co-Chairman of the Board
Email: info@solidusau.com