Roop Mundi presentation at CLCA Seminar: Best Practices IR and PR for Junior Issuers (June 25th, 2010)

1. Investor Relations Best Practices IRWebsites June 2010

2. About Kingsdale Communications Kingsdale Communications Inc. – a division of Kingsdale Shareholder Services providing tailored investor relations and strategic communications solutions with the highest level of client service. Canada’s experts in shareholder communications are now the choice for helping companies reach out to the entire investment community. Kingsdale Communications is a team of seasoned industry professionals, with years of experience and expertise in investor relations, public relations, multi-media, media management and corporate communications. From micro- to mega-cap companies, with a unique Canadian perspective, we can provide the sound advice to help you build investor confidence and drive shareholder value. 2

3. What Sets Us Apart Strategic Communications Counsel Based on Experience Award–winning leadership Industry recognition and validation of capabilities Seasoned industry professionals Team approach to all client accounts Tailored IR solutions Strategic services based on your unique needs Integrated partnerships In-house access to leading legal and corporate governanceprofessionals within Kingsdale Shareholder Services 3

4. Investor Relations Defined Investor Relations (IR) is a strategic management responsibility that integrates finance, communication, marketing and securities law compliance to enable the most effective two-way communication between a company, the financial community, and other constituencies, which ultimately contributes to a company's securities achieving fair valuation. (Adopted by the NIRI Board of Directors, March 2003.) A black and white definition, but with many shades of grey. 4

6. 6 Value of IR: Return on Investor Relations Effective IR has clear market impact Return on Investor Relations* The “10% rule” 3 of 4 surveyed said they believe that good IR has a definite impact Superb IR added 10% to stock price; poor IR negatively impacted stock price 25% Providing the right strategic advice at the right time Managing risk and optimizing opportunity for a company in the capital markets * (Valuing Investor Relations – IR’s Impact on a Company’s Valuation, Rivel Research Group’s Q1 2010 White Paper)

7. Best Practice IR Communication Financial Reporting More than financial statements Ensure easy to read analysis that includes comparables, charts and FAQs using clear and concise language with limited legal jargon Don’t overwhelm your reader with information but provide easy access to full details Develop and execute financial communication schedule in addition to mandatory reporting Shareholder Engagement Know your audience and how they access information – tailor your communication, positioning and communication schedule accordingly Current and potential shareholders Financial analysts Regulators Employees Competitors Suppliers Allow for two way communication and ensure timely response (i.e. within 24 hours) Don’t be afraid to pick up the phone 7

8. Communications Tactics: Tell Your Story Multiple Channels Regulatory filings (filed on SEDAR in Canada): News Releases Annual and quarterly reports Material change reports Management Circulars Website - often first point of contact RSS feeds Social media Investor presentations Investor conference calls Face-to-face meetings Road shows (Investor Meetings / Analyst Days) Email blasts Proxy solicitation Perception audits 8

10. 47% of investment professionals rate as very or extremely important1

11. 45% of U.S. portfolio managers say their perceptions are substantially impacted by a corporate site1

12. 77% of investors say investor relations websites have an impact on their perceptions of a company2

13. 74% of portfolio managers use IR websites at least weekly, 30% use them daily21 Q4 IR Web Site Best Practices Webinar, August 30, 2009 2 Thomson Financial 9

14. Best Practice Benchmarks Qualities of best-in-class IR websites: Acts as one-stop source Investor-friendly Easy to navigate Tiered information that is easy to find Accessible financial information Flexible access to updates through RSS feeds, Twitter, etc. Leading-edge design with intuitive use of technology Interactive features Feedback forms Search function Information is current, complete, up-to-date, relevant, clear and well-organized Content is written for an online audience IR section is not promotional & adheres to all disclosure policies and securities laws 10

15. Key Audiences 11

16. Suggested Content IR Websites should include the following sections: Corporate and management overview Corporate governance Governance practices Committee descriptions Financial information Regulatory filings and news releases Presentations and events Calendar of events Share information Stock quotes and charts Real-time and historical information Corporate social responsibility Contact information 12

17. Best-in-Class Company Websites Dedicated “Capital Markets Day” Event Page Rotating Announcements on Landing Page Growth Strategy & Why Invest Overviews Regularly Disseminated Investor Newsletter Financial Information Dashboards Flexible Communication Through Social Media 13

18. Transaction Specific Websites 14

19. Don’t Overlook The importance of clear, concise and easy to use information True to your brand Use every opportunity to communicate Promoting two-way communication Contact information Feedback forms Ensure timely response (i.e. 24-48 hour guarantee) Ensuring investors have easy access to information the way THEY want it RSS feeds Investor newsletters Social media (Twitter / Facebook / Youtube)* *take care when choosing social media to use it in a carefully targeted approach – what portion of your investors will use it regularly? 15

20. Three Keys to Getting Started Where to start when producing your best-in-class IR website: Know your investors Who are you talking to? How do they want to access information? Audit your current practices Inventory of current IR website and/or outreach program Pay attention to your peers and what they do Work with best-in-class partners for best-in-class results Not all web designers are created equal Work with partners who have experience with IR 16

22. Kingsdale Communications Contact Vancouver Roop Mundi Vice President, Business Development 604.638.0140 rmundi@kingsdaleshareholder.com Toronto Joel ShafferDirector, Kingsdale Communications416.867.2327 Toll-Free in North America:1-877-373-6007 jshaffer@kingsdalecommunications.com 18