Skye Resources Inc. ("Skye") (TSX:SKR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jean-Sebastien Blanchette to its Board of Directors. Jean is a Senior Analyst with Amber Capital Investment Management ("Amber") with experience in the commodity and mining sectors. Amber is Skye's largest shareholder and owns approximately 18% of Skye's outstanding shares.

Gord Bacon, Skye's Chair stated, "We are pleased that Jean is joining the Board. He will bring an important perspective, particularly as we consider our financing and partnership alternatives over the coming months."

Jean Blanchette commented, "Amber Capital is very pleased to have a representative on the Board of Directors of Skye. We look forward to continuing our support for the company and working with management as the Fenix project advances towards the production stage. We believe strongly in the high quality of this project. The reactivation of the nickel mine will be a major benefit for both the local community in Guatemala and all Skye stakeholders."