Kinross named one of Canada's Top 50 Socially Responsible Corporations

In June 2009, Kinross was pleased to be named one of Canada's Top 50 Socially Responsible Corporations by Jantzi Research and Maclean's magazine.

Kinross completes public equity offering

In February 2009, Kinross completed a public offer of 24 million common shares at a price of US$17.24 per common share, resulting in gross proceeds of $414.6 million.

Kinross named one of Canada's Top 50 Socially Responsible Corporations

In June 2009, Kinross was pleased to be named one of Canada's Top 50 Socially Responsible Corporations by Jantzi Research and Maclean's magazine.

Kinross acquires interest in Diavik diamond mining partnership

On March 19, 2009, Kinross acquired a 22.5% interest in the partnership that holds Harry Winston Diamond Corporation's 40% interest in the Diavik diamond mine joint venture operated by Rio Tinto.

Kinross also acquired a 19.9% interest in Harry Winston through an equity private placement.

Tye Burt named TopGun CEO

In 2009, Tye Burt was named a TopGun CE0 by Brendan Wood International (BWI).

This global distinction was awarded to 66 leaders selected from 750 companies. CEOs were assessed based on the quality of their positioning, strategy, communication with investors, focus on business development, and the depth of their management team and execution capability.

Commenting on the TopGun awards, Brendan Wood, Chairman of BWI said, "This designation is an outstanding achievement, reflecting the thoughtful opinions of the world investment community...these CEOs are truly 'the best of the best' as measured by the most authentic panel of judgment, namely, the shareholders who own those companies."