Western Copper and Gold continues Board Renewal Process
Press Release
May 05, 2025
Vancouver, B.C. Western Copper and Gold Corporation (“Western” or the “Company”) (TSX: WRN; NYSE American: WRN) is pleased to announce further progress on its board renewal process.
In connection with the upcoming Annual General Meeting (“AGM”), Dr. Bill Williams will retire from his last remaining board position, and Tara Christie will not stand for re-election in order to focus on her existing executive priorities. Western is pleased to announce the nomination of Pamela O’Hara for election to the board of directors at the Company’s AGM on June 12, 2025.
Ms. O’Hara brings over 30 years of experience advancing mining and transportation infrastructure projects, as well as a deep level of expertise in the Yukon. She has been heavily involved in permitting large projects including Ekati, Voisey’s Bay, Wolverine, Hope Bay, Canadian Pacific Railway, and the Port of Vancouver. A Registered Professional Biologist and Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner, Ms. O’Hara is known for delivering innovative, community-focused projects and successfully navigating regulatory environments. Ms. O’Hara holds a B.Sc. in Biology and Oceanography from the University of British Columbia and an M.Sc. in Environment and Management from Royal Roads University.
“On behalf of the Board, I would like to sincerely thank Bill for his many contributions to Western over the years and wish him all the best in his retirement,” said Sandeep Singh, President and CEO. “We also thank Tara for her years of dedicated service and support to Western. Looking ahead, as we advance the Casino Project through environmental assessment and permitting, Pamela’s proven ability to navigate regulatory processes and deliver major projects will be a significant asset to the board of directors and the broader team.”
ABOUT WESTERN COPPER AND GOLD CORPORATION
Western Copper and Gold Corporation is developing the Casino Project, Canada’s premier copper-gold mine in the Yukon Territory and one of the most economic greenfield copper-gold mining projects in the world.
The Company is committed to working collaboratively with our First Nations and local communities to progress the Casino Project, using internationally recognized responsible mining technologies and practices.
For more information, visit www.westerncopperandgold.com.
On behalf of the board,
“Sandeep Singh”
Sandeep Singh
President and CEO
Western Copper and Gold Corporation
For more information, please contact:
Cameron Magee
Director, Investor Relations & Corporate Development
Western Copper and Gold Corporation
437-219-5576 or cmagee@westerncopperandgold.com
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