Chieftain Metals Updates Status of Forbearance Agreement and Strategic Review

TORONTO, Aug 2, 2016 - On May 10, 2016, Chieftain Metals Corp. (TSX VENTURE:CFB), ("Chieftain" or the "Corporation"), its wholly owned subsidiary, Chieftain Metals Inc. and an investment fund advised by West Face Capital Inc. ("West Face") entered into a Forbearance Agreement pursuant to which West Face agreed not to exercise its rights under its security that became enforceable on March 31, 2016 until August 2, 2016. Chieftain is continuing to explore alternatives as to the best way forward to maximize value for all stakeholders.

Chieftain is pleased to report that the strategic review process is well underway and that responses to date have been encouraging from providers of the various components of the project financing structure. The objective of the strategic review is to unlock value for all stakeholders by pursuing alternatives including project financing, entering into a joint venture with a suitable project partner, sale of a project interest or other project investment. The Tulsequah project is a construction ready, permitted, high grade, polymetallic project with one of the lowest operating costs and camp scale exploration potential.


About Chieftain

Chieftain Metals Corp. is a public holding company, whose principal business is the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties. Chieftain's business has focused on the development of the Tulsequah Chief deposit located in north-western British Columbia, Canada. Chieftain's properties consist of 65 mineral claims and Crown-grants covering approximately 32,722 hectares including two previously producing mines.


About West Face Capital Inc.

West Face Capital is one of Canada's leading alternative investment managers. West Face Capital is active in a wide range of strategies, including providing bespoke capital solutions to companies with unique opportunities. West Face Capital's capabilities are underpinned by a seasoned multi-disciplinary investment team, proprietary origination channels and deep sector expertise, both domestically and internationally.


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Contact

Chieftain Metals Corp.
Victor Wyprysky, President & CEO
(416) 479-5410
vw@chieftainmetals.com