January 30 2006

TORONTO /CNW/ – Volcanic Metals Exploration Inc. (TSX-V: VME) (the “Company”) announces today that Mr. Louis Sapi has tendered his resignation as a Director of the Corporation effective immediately to afford him further time to pursue his many other business interests.

The Board of Directors wishes to thank Mr. Sapi for his many years of service as a director of the Corporation.
On behalf of the Board of Directors,
“J. David Mason”
J. David Mason, Chairman

The TSX Venture has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

This news release contains certain “Forward-Looking Statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included herein are forward-looking statements that involve various risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations are disclosed in the Company’s documents filed from time to time with the British Columbia Securities Commission and the United States Securities & Exchange Commission.

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