Christie takes Banyan Gold's helm

Banyan Gold Corp. Aug. 5 announced the appointment of Tara Christie as its new president and CEO.

An accomplished mining executive with more than 20 years of operational experience, Christie has managed a number of mineral resource companies and served as a member of the Yukon Environmental and Socioeconomic Assessment Board. She earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in geotechnical engineering and has spent most of her career working in Yukon Territory.

"Tara brings with her a unique blend of mining experience spanning from the pit face to the board room," said Banyan Chairman Mark Ayranto. "As a Yukon resident and longtime director of Banyan, Tara is well-suited to advance Banyan's Hyland gold project and create real shareholder value."

Banyan also said an updated technical report for the Hyland gold project in southeastern Yukon Territory has been completed.

"Banyan's Hyland gold project represents an exciting opportunity for shareholders, and the company is poised to begin a 2016 field program following recommendations of the first phase of the newly released updated technical report," said Christie.

-SHANE LASLEY