Viceroy Exploration Ltd

Viceroy Exploration Ltd. was acquired by Yamana Gold Inc. Viceroy Exploration, Ltd. engages in the exploration and advancement of mineral properties located in Argentina. As of December 31, 2005, the company had 100% interest in the Gualcamayo property in San Juan, Argentina. As of the above date, it also had interest in the Las Flechas property, the Salamanca property, the Evelina property, and the La Brea/Las Carachas properties. Viceroy Exploration was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.