| Richmont Mines, Inc. engages in the acquisition, exploration, financing, development, and operation of mineral properties, principally gold, in Canada. As of December 31, 2003, the company held its principal resource properties in Monique, Francoeur, Camflo northwest, Wasamac, and East Amphi properties in Quebec; Sewell, Cripple Creek, and Island Gold projects in Ontario; and Valentine Lake and Hammerdown mines in Canada. The company was incorporated in 1981 as Resources Minieres Rouyn, Inc. and changed its name to Richmont Mines, Inc. in 1991. Richmont Mines is headquartered in Rouyn-Noranda, Canada. |
