Trio Resources, Inc. announced that the company has commenced its exploration program on the historic Stairs Gold Mine Property. The joint venture program with Teck Resources requires exploration work on the property over a three year period. The company also reported that a geological compilation on the Stairs Property has begun, which will help the company identify exploration targets.

Once the targets are identified, Trio will begin a work program in late fall 2013 consisting of geological mapping and prospecting. Exploration permits, which are required under the amended Ontario Mining Act, are currently being completed by the company and will be submitted to the Ministry of Northern Development and Mining. This work will be headed by Trio's consulting geologist, JMK Exploration and Consulting.