Fax

To:	Gerry Squires

Of:	Hackett Resources Inc.

Fax:	902-798-4137

Phone:	902-798-3017

Pages:	3, including this cover sheet.

Date:	July 15, 1998

Dear Mr. Squires:

Philippe di Pizzo has requested that I follow-up with you with regard to your request for amendment to your water permit NWB2HAC9899 . My understanding is that you are requesting to be allowed to perform land based drilling within the 30 metres of the high water mark. To make the necessary amendment the NWB requires that you complete the application form enclosed and submit it with the required application fee of thirty ($30.00) dollars ( cheques c/o Receiver General for Canada). I have confirmed with the NIRB that the amendment request will not require screening, this being the case the necessary change can be made immediately once your application has been received by the NWB.

If you have any question please do not hesitate to contact me at 867-360-6338.

Sincerely,

Dionne Filiatrault

Technical Advisor