Change in Board of Directors

October 2, 2018 Trading Symbol: PHD

Vancouver, British Columbia – Providence Gold Mines Inc. (TSXV: PHD) (the “Company”) announces the resignation of Robert Eadie as a director and Chairman of the Company.

“Mr. Eadie has served on the Board of the Company since its inception in February 2010,” said Ron Coombes, President & CEO of the Company. “On behalf of our shareholders, the Board would like to thank Mr. Eadie for his years of dedicated service and invaluable contributions toward our development and growth.”

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD

“Ronald Coombes”

Ronald Coombes, President & CEO

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

Ronald Coombes: (604) 724-2369 [email protected]

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