LiCo Energy Metals Inc. (the "Company "or "LiCo") TSX-V: LIC; OTCQB: WCTXF is pleased to announce that as of June 22, 2017, Mr. Greg Reimer will be joining the advisory board of LiCo Energy Metals. Greg is the current Executive Vice-President of BC Hydro's Transmission and Distribution Network, a role he has held since June of 2010. In this capacity he is responsible for the planning, design, operation and maintenance of BC Hydro's extensive transmission and distribution network located within the province of British Columbia.

BC Hydro is Canada's third largest electric utility with over 4 million customers and $5.7 billion dollars in annual revenues.

Prior to joining BC Hydro, Greg has held a number of senior leadership positions in British Columbia's provincial public sector, including: Deputy Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, Chair of the BC Oil and Gas Commission and, Deputy Minister of Provincial Revenue. "I am very excited to have an opportunity help shape the future of an innovative energy metals company like LiCo. As renewable energy and new lithium ion battery technologies become mainstream, LiCo's well-located lithium and cobalt mineral assets will become increasingly important in the global energy market."

Tim Fernback, President & CEO of LiCo Energy Metals, states, "We are thrilled to have Greg join the advisory board of LiCo. He brings a substantial wealth of both corporate and 'Green Energy' experience. Greg is passionate about the evolution of the global electric vehicle market and he brings a vast amount of experience to LiCo. We are looking forward to his contribution to our company as we grow."

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