RYE PATCH GOLD CELEBRATES FIVE YEAR SAFETY

MILESTONE AT FLORIDA CANYON

Vancouver, British Columbia, November 9, 2017 – Rye Patch Gold Corp. (TSX.V: RPM; OTCQX: RPMGF; FWB: 5TN) (the “Company” or “Rye Patch”) announces the Florida Canyon mine in Nevada has achieved the significant milestone of five continuous years without a lost-time accident.

Rye Patch Gold acquired the Florida Canyon mine in 2016 and began production in the spring of 2017 continuing the safety culture under the leadership of General Manager Mike Iannacchione, PE. “Safety is a cornerstone of success and the team at Florida Canyon has built a magnificent foundation to which Rye Patch can continue to create successful operations,” said President and CEO William Howald.

This summer Florida Canyon was recognized by the Nevada Mining Association with the top safety award in the small mine category.

About Rye Patch Gold Corp.

Rye Patch Gold Corp. is a Nevada based, Tier 1, mining company engaged in the mining and development of quality resource-based gold and silver mines and projects along the established Oreana trend in west central Nevada. Leveraging its strong financial position and cash to acquire the operating Florida Canyon Gold Mine, Rye Patch Gold Corp. now controls a trend‑scale platform with mining operations, resource projects and exploration upside.

The combination of operations and organic growth along a major Nevada gold trend positions Rye Patch as an emerging mid-tier gold producer with tremendous value‑added potential. For more information, please visit our website at www.ryepatchgold.com.

On behalf of the Board of Directors

William C. (Bill) Howald, CEO & President

Rye Patch Gold Corp

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