TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Sept. 13, 2013) - White Pine Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:WPR) ("White Pine" or the "Company") announces the appointment of Mr. John G. Tait as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Tait has also joined White Pine's Board of Directors. Mr. Robert D. Cudney has resigned as the President and Chief Executive Officer and has assumed the position of non-executive Chairman of White Pine. The appointment of Mr. Tait remains subject to the receipt of all applicable regulatory approvals.

About White Pine Resources Inc.

White Pine is a Canadian based mineral exploration company primarily focused on the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral deposits in Canada.

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