Kings Bay Announces Proposed Name Change

Vancouver BC. (FSCwire) - Kings Bay Gold Corporation (the Company) (TSX-V: KBG) (FRANKFURT: KGB1), is pleased to announce that it intends to proceed with a name change to Kings Bay Resources Corp. (the Name Change).

Kevin Bottomley states this name change to Kings Bay Resources Corp. better reflects our focus on a broader range of commodities rather than just precious metals.

The Name Change is subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval and the Company will provide further updates regarding the Name Change, including the effective date.

In addition, the Company corrects its news release of July 14, 2017, announcing the issuance of cash finders fees payable to certain finders in connection with the closing of the private placements. The correct amount of finders fees issued was reduced to $4,800 in place of $5,300.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Kings Bay Gold Corporation

Kevin Bottomley

Kevin Bottomley

President and Chief Executive Officer

Tel: (604) 681-1568

Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

For investment inquiries please contact;

Brad Hoeppner

Director

Tel: (604) 681-1568

Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

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Source: King's Bay Gold Corporation (TSX Venture:KBG) http://www.kingsbaygold.com/

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