(TSX.V: TLG) RICHMOND, BC., Sept. 8 /CNW Telbec/ - Tagish Lake Gold Corp. (TSX.V - TLG) announces that the mineral processing test work on samples from the high grade gold-silver Rainbow zone on the Skukum Creek deposit in the Yukon has demonstrated an improvement in silver recoveries from 50% to 70%, through the use of different reagents in the flotation circuit. The objective of the test program is to definitively determine the mineral processing for the zones at Skukum Creek, to provide over 90 % recovery for gold, in addition to the silver. The current test program indicates flotation of a bulk concentrate, followed by leaching, remains the process method of choice. These studies will also provide the data and information necessary to establish the process plant flowsheet. The report outlining these results is expected shortly. Additional testing to improve on the results is ongoing. In addition, process testing will be conducted on samples from the Rainbow Two zone where diamond drilling is presently underway. Robert Rodger, President of Tagish Lake Gold Corp. said, "The improved recoveries of the excellent silver values in the zones at Skukum Creek will have a dramatic impact on revenues from the project. An additional ounce of silver per tonne of feed to the plant will be recovered." The mineral process test program is being conducted by Doug Warkentin, P.Eng. of Vizon Scitec Inc., a qualified person under NI 43-101. About Tagish Lake Gold Corp.: Tagish Lake Gold Corp. explores for and develops high grade gold-silver mineral deposits in the Yukon Territory of Canada. The Company is currently focused on its wholly owned, 178 km(2) Skukum Mineral District located 80 km by road south of Whitehorse. The Skukum Mineral District hosts the Skukum Creek gold-silver deposit and the Goddell Gully gold deposit, with a currently defined measured plus indicated resource of 1,120,000 tonnes grading 8.0 g/t Au and 153.1 g/t Ag (MineTech June 2003, available on Sedar); and the Mt. Skukum gold deposit. THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE DOES NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS NEWS RELEASE. This news release includes certain forward looking statements in respect to various issues including upcoming events. These forward looking statements are based upon current expectations which involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially. Mineral exploration is subject to a high degree of risk, which even a combination of experience, knowledge, and careful evaluation may fail to overcome. Exploration activities are also expensive. The Company will therefore require additional financing to carry on its business, and such financing may not be available when it is needed. The Company disclaims any obligation to revise any forward looking statements as a result of information received after the fact or regarding future events.