October 17, 2005: North American Gem (NAG:TSX-v) (the "Company") wishes to report confirmation sampling on the recently joint ventured 44,400 acre Whiskey Gap project. The previous water well which gave the highest radon value, was retested. Upon retesting this sample, which was analyzed by the Saskatchewan Research council ( SRC), the well sample exceeded the previous radon value. This well had been drilled to an approximate depth of 107 meters (350 feet).

In addition a second well on the property was tested for the first time. This well sample returned the highest radon values on the Whiskey Gap property to date. The second well is approximately 100 meters from the first water well and was drilled to an approximate depth of 76 meters (250 feet).

Preliminary sampling of domestic water sources by International Ranger has defined several very strong radon and uranium anomalies in the water, that compare favorably with published radon studies conducted in proximity to sandstone hosted uranium ore bodies in south Texas. The text of the International Ranger geological report on the Whiskey Gap property by G.S. Hartley may be viewed at http://www.internationalranger.com/Prospect.pdf .

The Company has applied for drill permits for Phase 1 of drill testing of these locations of high radon/uranium values. Drilling will commence immediately upon permit approval.

The Whiskey Gap property is contiguous with North American Gems 200,000 acre Del Bonita property and underlain by a series of fluvial sandstones of Cretaceous age, thought to be analogous to sandstones in parts of Wyoming that host significant roll front uranium deposits.

This Exploration project is being conducted under the direction of Glenn .S. Hartley P. Geol. in accordance with the regulations of National Instrument 43-101.

To view the recent Prospect Summery of the Del Bonita Uranium Project please visit www.northamericangem.com .

On Behalf of the Board of Directors
NORTH AMERICAN GEM INC.
Charles Desjardins
President and Director

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