August 21, 2012 VANCOUVER, B.C. – Catalyst Copper Corp. today announced that Mr. Gerald Prosalendis resigned from the Board of Directors effective August 17, 2012 and is pursuing a program of post graduate studies. Mr. Prosalendis has been a valuable contributor to the Board and his presence and sage advice will be missed. We wish him every success in his academic pursuits.

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