Homestake Ridge Agreement Amended by Homestake and Agnico Eagle

Homestake Resource Corporation (TSXV:HSR) and Agnico Eagle Mines Limited amended the option agreement for exploration and development of the Homestake Ridge property in northwestern British Columbia. The amendment reduces 2013 and 2014 expenditures by $3.0 million and adds an extra year to the initial option period, in which 2015 will have a required expenditure of $3.0 million.