“We are pleased to commence reporting in USD, which will better reflect the Company’s business activities and will, therefore, improve investors’ ability to compare the Company’s financial results with other publicly traded mining companies. Our Q1 results reflect improvements in revenues, operating income, and net income. We remain focused on our objectives which include our expansion plans announced in January that are progressing very well, and we are confident that the implementation of these important plans will continue to support the company’s growth efforts. We experienced lower production and development numbers in the first quarter compared to the same period last year, except gold production, which increased by 23%. While the results are lower, due to lower grade material being mined, we are confident that the company will achieve another solid year. Our team continually looks to improve efficiencies, and we are very appreciative of their support and dedication. Other key achievements for the quarter included the commencement of the work required for the expansion of Mill Circuit #4, the receipt of a positive Preliminary Economic Assessment of the Oxide Tailings at the Avino mine, and a review of possible alternatives to the Tailings Storage Facility.”
