Wescan announces resignation of director

Stock Symbol: WGF: TSX-V

SASKATOON, Aug. 8, 2012 /CNW/ - Wescan Goldfields Inc. ("Wescan" or the "Company") announces that Mr. Maurice F. Lindsay has resigned his position as director of the Company effective August 15, 2012 for personal reasons. Wescan management and fellow directors acknowledge the extensive and diligent work that has been performed by Mr. Lindsay and gratefully thank him for his service to the Company. We wish him success in all of his future endeavors.

Wescan is a Canadian-based corporation engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties. Common Shares trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the trading symbol "WGF."

"Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) has reviewed or accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release."

SOURCE: Wescan Goldfields Inc.

Darren Anderson, President or Harvey Bay, Chief Financial Officer, at [phone]