IROC ENERGY SERVICES CORP. ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR

CALGARY, Nov. 23 /CNW/ - IROC Energy Services Corp. (TSX Venture Exchange: "ISC") announces the appointment today of Donald D. Copeland to the board of directors of the Company. Mr. Copeland has extensive experience in the oil and gas industry. Mr. Copeland's appointment is subject to the receipt of all required regulatory approval and acceptance of the TSX Venture Exchange.

Tom Alford, President and CEO of IROC, commented that, "we are very pleased to have Donald Copeland join our board. Donald brings industry related experience that will benefit IROC both now and into the future."

IROC also announced that it has granted Mr. Copeland stock options to purchase a total of 75,000 shares in accordance with IROC's current long term compensation policy. The stock options are exercisable at $ 0.98 per share for a period of five years.

Publicly reported information for IROC Energy Services Corp. is available at www.sedar.com.

About IROC Energy Services Corp.

IROC Energy Services Corp. is an Alberta oilfield services company that, through the IROC Energy Services Partnership, provides a diverse range of products, services and equipment to the oil and gas industry that are among the newest and most innovative in the WCSB and international markets. IROC combines cutting-edge technology with depth of experience to deliver a product and services offering in three core areas: Well Servicing & Equipment, Downhole Temperature & Pressure Monitoring Tools, and Rental Services. For more information on IROC Energy Services Corp. visit our website at www.iroccorp.com.

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For further information:

IROC Energy Services Corp.
Mr. Thomas M. Alford, President and CEO
Telephone:  [phone] email: [email protected]