Firesteel Resources Inc. announced the appointment of Ernest Cleave to Firesteel's board of directors. Ernest Cleave is a finance professional with extensive experience in finance strategy, compliance, financial reporting, internal control and strategic planning. He was recently CFO of Cline Mining Corporation and formerly served as CFO for Grandview Gold Inc. and a number of other listed mining companies.

Mr. Cleave previously held senior finance positions with Falconbridge Ltd. and Goldcorp Inc.