Platinex Inc. Engages Cannabis FN Media

TORONTO, Apr 11, 2017 - Platinex Inc. (CSE:PTX) (CSE:PTX.CN)(OTC:PANXF) ("Platinex" or the "Company") announces that it has retained the services of CFN Media Group ("CFN Media") to assist with its investor relations activities. CFN Media will provide investor relations services to Platinex, including the development of investor information material through its premium publisher channels, network of investment professionals in the cannabis and industry, and assistance in maintaining awareness of Platinex in the investment community.

In consideration of the services to be provided, the Company has agreed to pay to CFN Media a retainer of US$15,000, payable in three equal installments and within the 90-day term of the agreement. CFN Media does not have any interest, directly or indirectly, in Platinex or its securities, or any right or intent to acquire such an interest.

Platinex does not expect that this new cannabis project will involve a change in business and the Company expects to maintain a primary focus on mineral exploration. The cannabis project is a new business line in addition to exploration which is Platinex's continuous focus.


About Platinex Inc.

Platinex's goal is to create shareholder value through entrepreneurial endeavors and its existing mineral exploration activities. The mining focus is currently on the Shining Tree gold camp, which has received little modern exploration compared to other gold camps in the Abitibi Greenstone Belt, but its potential is accentuated by several major discoveries along strike in recent years. Its current entrepreneurial activities include the establishment of a cannabis mall. Shares of Platinex are listed for trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange ("CSE") under the symbol "PTX".


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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS:

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Contact

Platinex Inc.
James R. Trusler, President and CEO
(416) 565-5616
jtrusler@platinex.com
www.platinex.com