Avino Mourns the Passing of Senior Mining Advisor Fred Sveinson
December 23, 2019
Avino Mourns the Passing of Senior Mining Advisor Fred Sveinson
Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. (ASM: TSX/NYSE American, GV6: FSE, “Avino” or “the Company”) today sadly
announces the passing of Fred Sveinson who served as the Senior Mining Advisor to Bralorne, and a member of
the Avino management team.
Armed with his degree in mining engineering from the University of Saskatchewan in 1970, Fred launched a career
in the mining industry spanning 49 years, working internationally and in Canada in the exploration, development,
construction, operation and financing of underground mining projects. He held senior positions with mining
companies, consulting firms and mine contractors. Some 25 years ago he was bitten by the “junior” bug and
subsequently co-founded several companies. He served a s CEO and director for a number of junior companies,
while continuing to consult for projects in Canada, Russia, the United States, Central and South America.
He is survived by his wife, two sons, his adored grandchildren, sister, 4 brothers and their families.
We were incredibly fortunate to have had Fred serve as Senior Mining Advisor to Bralorne and as a member of the
Avino management team for the last 4 years. He was a great supporter of Avino and the Bralorne Gold Mine , a
mentor for many, and his positive outlook, time, and energy were valued by all of us. He will be so very missed by
our Board of Directors , Avino’s Management team and all staff at the Corporate office in Vancouver and at the
Bralorne Gold Mine. Fred was a wealth of knowledge to Avino and we will miss him greatly. Our thoughts are with
Fred’s family during this difficult time.
David Wolfin – President & CEO, Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Fred on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 1:00 at the Richmond Funeral
Home, 8420 Cambie Road, Richmond, BC.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
“David Wolfin”
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David Wolfin, President & CEO
Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd.
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N E W S R E L E A S E
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