Exhibit 99.1
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For Immediate Release
NORTHCORE APPOINTS NEW CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Christopher Bulger assumes role as Chairman of Northcore Technologies
Toronto, Ontario – October 16, 2012 – Northcore Technologies Inc. (TSX: NTI; OTCBB: NTLNF), a global provider of asset management and social commerce solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Bulger to the role of Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Mr. Bulger will be replacing outgoing Chair Paul Godin. Mr. Bulger is a long time director of Northcore and has led a number of key corporate initiatives such as the acquisition of Envision Online Media Inc.
“The team would like to thank Paul for his contributions to the progress that the Company has made during his tenure as Chairman. We wish him well in his future endeavors,” said Amit Monga, CEO of Northcore Technologies. “We are pleased to welcome Chris as our Chair. He has played a crucial role in many of the Company's most important initiatives and we expect he will increase his contribution in this new capacity.”
About Northcore Technologies Inc.
Northcore Technologies provides enterprise level software products and services that enable its customers to purchase, manage and dispose of capital equipment. Utilizing award-winning, multi-patented technology, as well as powerful, holistic Social Commerce tools, Northcore's solutions support customers throughout the entire asset lifecycle. Northcore's portfolio companies include Envision Online Media Inc., a specialist in the delivery of content management solutions and Kuklamoo, a family information web destination and national daily deal site targeting families with kids.
Northcore owns 50 percent of GE Asset Manager, LLC, a joint business venture with GE and holds a substantial intellectual property portfolio.
For more information, visit www.northcore.com.
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Northcore Appoints New Chairman
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Contact:
Northcore Technologies Inc.
Investor Relations
Tel: (416) 640-0400 ext. 273
Fax: (416) 640-0412
E-mail: InvestorRelations@northcore.com
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