Toronto, Canada, July 14, 2011 - Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX: K; NYSE: KGC) announced today that Richard Clark, former President and CEO of Red Back Mining Inc., has resigned from the Kinross Board of Directors to focus his time on other ventures in the mining industry. "We thank Rick for his invaluable contributions to Kinross subsequent to the Red Back acquisition, which have helped us to complete a successful integration and establish a strong foundation for future success," said Kinross President and CEO Tye Burt. "We wish Rick the very best in his new ventures."