Whitemud Resources Announces Debenture Interest Deferral

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CALGARY , Jan. 28 /CNW/ - Whitemud Resources Inc. ("Whitemud" or the "Company") (WMK - TSXV) announces that the holders of more than 66 2/3 % of its outstanding 12% convertible secured subordinated debentures have approved the deferral of the interest payment due January 31st, 2010 until the next interest payment date, being July 31st, 2010 . Accordingly, the Company will not be making the interest payment to conserve cash and thereby allow it to continue to execute on its strategic plans. The Company continues its efforts and discussions regarding strategic alliances for its metakaolin resources. Whitemud has engaged Ernst & Young Orenda Corporate Finance Inc. to advise in these efforts.

About Whitemud Resources

Whitemud Resources Inc. (www.whitemudresources.com) is a Canadian-based corporation that is exploiting a large kaolin deposit in southern Saskatchewan. The Company produces Whitemud(MK), a high-reactivity, cement-grade metakaolin that enhances the performance of cement used in construction and in oil and gas wells. The Company is positioned to benefit from expanding North American infrastructure needs and growing environmental pressures.

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Forward Looking Statement

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For further information: Burl Aycock, CEO, Whitemud Resources, Telephone: [phone] or Kelly Babichuk, President and COO, Whitemud Resources, Telephone: [phone]