Argyle Resources Appoints Marianne Richer-Lafleche as Director and Issues Intial Option Grant to the Board of Directors

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Argyle Resources Corp. (CSE: ARGL) has appointed Marianne Richer-Lafleche to its board of directors, replacing Binny Jassal. Richer-Lafleche, a lawyer specializing in M&A and corporate governance, brings valuable experience to the company as it focuses on its Quebec-based silica assets. Argyle has also replaced its existing option plan with an Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan, subject to shareholder approval. The company granted 1,500,000 stock options to directors and officers at $0.92 per share, exercisable for five years, and 200,000 restricted share units to a consultant. Argyle has launched a new website at www.argyleresourcescorp.com.

Positive

• Appointment of Marianne Richer-Lafleche, bringing M&A and corporate governance expertise to the board
• Implementation of new Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan, potentially aligning management interests with shareholders
• Granting of stock options and RSUs, potentially incentivizing key personnel

Negative

• Departure of board member Binny Jassal, potentially losing valuable experience
• New Omnibus Plan and equity grants subject to shareholder approval, creating uncertainty

Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - August 13, 2024) - Argyle Resources Corp. (CSE: ARGL) ("Argyle" or the "Company") a mineral exploration company, is pleased to announce that Marianne Richer-Laflèche has been appointed to the board of directors of the Company (the "Board") effective immediately. In conjunction with the appointment, Mr. Binny Jassal will be stepping down.

Ms. Richer-Laflèche is a lawyer at BCF LLP, Montréal office, where she specializes in mergers and acquisitions, investment funds, corporate governance and commercial contract drafting. Prior to joining BCF, Ms. Richer-Laflèche worked at another major Canadian law firm, where she was seconded on two occasions to clients in the financial services and consulting engineering sectors. Ms. Richer-Laflèche is a graduate of Université Laval and is currently completing a master's degree at the London School of Economics and Political Sciences. She has acted as director and corporate secretary for several organizations, and is a member of the board of various private organizations and public companies

"Marianne brings a wealth of experience in M&A, commercial contracts and corporate governance that will be a great addition to our board. In addition to her legal background, adding a French speaking board member to the team is critical as we ramp up exploration on our Quebec based silica assets," said Jeff Stevens, CEO. "I'd also like to thank Mr. Binny Jassal on behalf of the board for all his efforts and guidance as we transitioned Argyle from a private company to a public company. He's been a valuable contributor, and we wish him well on all his future endeavours."

The Company also announces that the Board has approved the replacement of its existing 10% rolling option plan to an Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan ("Omnibus Plan"). Pursuant to the Omnibus Plan, the number of common shares in the authorized share structure of the Company ("Common Shares") reserved for issuance pursuant to Options granted under the Omnibus Plan will not, in the aggregate, exceed 10% of the then issued and outstanding Common Shares on a rolling basis, and the maximum number of Common Share issuable pursuant to SARs, RSUs, DSUs, and PSUs issued under the Omnibus Plan shall not exceed, in the aggregate, such number of Common Shares representing 10% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares as at the Effective Date. The Omnibus Plan is subject to shareholder approval at the Company's next annual general meeting.

In addition, the Company has granted 1,500,000 stock options ("Options") to certain directors and officers, pursuant to its Omnibus Plan, at an exercise price of $0.92 per share. The Options will be exercisable for a period of five years and will vest quarterly for a period of one year. The Company has granted 200,000 restricted share units ("RSUs") to a consultant of the Company, pursuant to the Company's Omnibus plan. The Options and RSUs granted under the Omnibus Plan are subject to shareholder approval at the Company's next annual general meeting.

The Company is also excited to announce the launch of its new website, with the new domain being www.argyleresourcescorp.com.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Jeffrey Stevens

President & CEO

About Argyle Resources Corp.

Argyle Resources Corp. is a junior mineral exploration company engaged in the business of acquiring, exploring, staking and evaluating natural resource properties in North America. The Company currently holds an option to acquire up to 100% of the Frenchvale Graphite Property located in Nova Scotia, Canada and owns 100% interest in the Pilgrim Islands, Matapedia and Lac Comporte quartzite silica projects in Quebec, Canada. Argyle is engaged in a research partnership with the National Institute of Scientific Research (INRS), a high-level research and training institute funded by the Quebec government to conduct exploration programs on the Company's silica projects. The Company was incorporated in 2023 and its head office is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

For all other inquiries: info@argylresourcescorp.com

www.argyleresourcescorp.com

Forward-Looking Statements

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FAQ

Who is the new director appointed to Argyle Resources Corp (ARLYF)?

Marianne Richer-Lafleche, a lawyer specializing in mergers and acquisitions, investment funds, and corporate governance, has been appointed as the new director of Argyle Resources Corp (ARLYF).

What changes were made to Argyle Resources Corp's (ARLYF) equity incentive plan?

Argyle Resources Corp (ARLYF) replaced its existing 10% rolling option plan with an Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan, which includes options, SARs, RSUs, DSUs, and PSUs, subject to shareholder approval at the next annual general meeting.

How many stock options did Argyle Resources Corp (ARLYF) grant in August 2024?

Argyle Resources Corp (ARLYF) granted 1,500,000 stock options to certain directors and officers at an exercise price of $0.92 per share, exercisable for a period of five years.

What is the new website domain for Argyle Resources Corp (ARLYF)?

The new website domain for Argyle Resources Corp (ARLYF) is www.argyleresourcescorp.com.