VAL-D'OR, QUEBEC--(Marketwired - Mar 7, 2018) - Cartier Resources Inc. ECR ("Cartier") is proud to announce that it's cofounder and original chairman of the board, Mr. Jean Descarreaux, has been awarded by the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) its 2018 Special Achievement Award. From time to time, PDAC presents a Special Achievement Award that recognizes exceptional contributions to the mineral industry. Mr. Descarreaux received this award for founding the Québec Mineral Exploration Association (QMEA) and developing the mineral exploration sector in Québec.

A summary of Mr. Descarreaux's lifetime achievement can be found on the PDAC website via the link - PDAC - 2018 Special Achievement Award.

Mr. Descarreaux passed away in March 2017 at the age of 76. His legacy is Québec's strong, vibrant mineral exploration sector.

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