(c) Mineral exploration grants (MEAP and CEIP)

Periodically, the Company applies for mineral exploration grants (Mineral Exploration Assistance Program–“MEAP” and Corporation Exploration Incentive Program – “CEIP”) for exploration work completed on applicable claims.

Grants received from governments are recorded as a recovery of resource property costs.
The Company received mineral exploration grants of $29,811 during the nine months ended September 30, 2009 (Nine months ended September 30, 2008 - $46,961). (Schedule 1)