American Paramount Gold Corp. Appoints Former Vice-Chairman of Merrill Lynch Canada as CEO and President

American Paramount Gold Corp. (APGA) announced today the appointment of Mr. Hugh Aird as its newly appointed CEO and President. Additionally, the company announced that Mr. Wayne Parsons has resigned as CEO and President, but will remain a committed member of the board of directors. The Company wishes to thank Mr. Parsons for his past service.