EDMONTON, Alberta, Oct. 02, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Athabasca Minerals Inc. ("Athabasca" or the "Corporation") (TSX:ABM) announces the departure of Ms. Deborah Rodrigo as Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary effective September 30, 2017.  The Corporation wishes to thank Ms. Rodrigo for her contributions and services during her tenure.

Athabasca has commenced a search for a new Chief Financial Officer. An offer has been made to a selected candidate.

Robert Beekhuizen, Chief Executive Officer, will also assume responsibilities as Corporate Secretary until a Chief Financial Officer appointment has been finalized.  

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