USGD.CN · 2022-02-25 12:00:00

American Pacific Mining Graduates to the OTCQX

Listings & Exchange

NEWS RELEASE

Vancouver, British Columbia / February 25, 2022 - American Pacific Mining Corp (CSE: USGD /

OTCQX: USGDF / FWB: 1QC) (“American Pacific” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that

its common shares will commence trading on the OTCQX Best Market (the “OTCQX”) under the ticker

symbol of USGDF at the opening of trading on February 25, 2022. The OTCQX is the highest market

tier of OTC Markets on which 11,000 U.S. and global securities trade. Trading on OTCQX will enhance

the visibility and accessibility of the Company to U.S. investors. American Pacific’s common shares

will continue to trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol USGD.

The OTCQX provides value and convenience to U.S. investors, brokers and institutions seeking to trade

USGDF. The OTCQX is OTC Markets Group's premier market for established, investor -focused U.S.

and international companies. To be eligible, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best

practice corporate governance, demonstrate compliance with U.S. securities laws, be current in their

disclosure, and have a professional third-party sponsor introduction.

“Moving from the OTCQB to the OTCQX is another great achievement for the Company as we strive to

increase shareholder value,” said Warwick Smith, CEO of American Pacific. “Upgrading to the OTCQX

will provide the Company with greater exposure and access to the US markets while improving liquidity

for the investment community both in Canada and the United States. We firmly believe that our clear

global strategy, strong management team, operational infrastructure , global network, consumer

messaging, and financial results will continue to drive shareholder value.”

About American Pacific Mining Corp.

American Pacific Mining Corp. is a precious metals explorer focused on opportunities in the Western

United States. The Company's flagship asset is the high -grade, past-producing Madison Copper -Gold

project in Montana, under option to joint venture with Kennecott Exploration Company, a division of the

Rio Tinto Group, which the Company acquired in 2020. For this transaction, American Pacific was

selected as a finalist in the S&P Global Platts Global Metals Awards, an annual program that recognizes

exemplary accomplishments in 16 performance categories, including 'Deal of the Year,' the category in

which American Pacific Mining competed. The awards program is hosted by S&P Globa l Platts, the

leading independent provider of information and benchmark prices for the commodities and energy

markets. Also in the American Pacific's asset portfolio are the Gooseberry Silver -Gold project and the

Tuscarora Gold-Silver project: two high-grade, precious metals projects located in key mining districts

of Nevada, USA. The Company’s mission is to grow by the drill bit and by acquisition.

On Behalf of the Board of American Pacific Mining Corp.

“Warwick Smith”

CEO & Director

Corporate Office: Suite 910 – 510 Burrard Street Vancouver, BC, V6C 3A8 Canada

Investor Relations Contact:

Kristina Pillon, High Tide Consulting Corp.

Media Relations Contact:

Adam Bello, Primoris Group Inc.

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