VISION STATEMENT

To be a leading low-cost gold producer focused on accretive growth in North America.

MISSION STATEMENT

AuRico Gold Inc. is committed to being a leading low cost gold producer focused on growth in North America. The Company’s mission is to deliver superior shareholder value by building a culture of excellence in every aspect of what we do, through organic growth, and a commitment to socially responsible practices within the communities where we work. The Company will continue to optimize its operations to deliver reliable, consistent and sustainable performance with a focus on the production of high margin ounces, a disciplined approach to fiscal management along with a commitment to shareholder value creation.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

AuRico believes its commitment to sound corporate governance is critical to the Company's success and to protecting the interests of all stakeholders. Company policies and practices are consistent with AuRico's vision of being a leading low-cost gold producer focused on growth in North America.

With increasing focus on corporate governance in both the United States and Canada, the Board of Directors has approved a set of corporate governance guidelines to uphold the effectiveness of the Board and its Committees, and to set forth expectations regarding Board affairs and responsibilities. AuRico has also adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics that applies to all of the Company's directors, officers, and employees.

Corporate Governance Guidelines, the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and the Board and Committee Mandates, including the Audit Committee, the Compensation Committee, the Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee, and the Technical & Sustainability Committee, are available on the Company website at www.auricogold.com, and in print from the Company upon request.