Teck Announces Subscription to AQM Copper Share Placement

Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TCK.A, TCK.B, NYSE: TCK) ("Teck") announced today
that it has subscribed for and acquired an additional 22,454,545 common shares
of AQM Copper Inc. (TSX VENTURE:AQM) ("AQM"), at a cost of $0.11 per common
share, as part of a broader private placement of 33,477,727 common shares
conducted by AQM. 


As a result of today's subscription, Teck and its subsidiaries hold 27,704,545
common shares of AQM, representing approximately 19.9% of AQM's outstanding
common shares. The subscription was made for investment purposes. Teck may
otherwise determine to increase or decrease its investment in AQM depending on
market conditions and any other relevant factors.


AQM is a mining exploration and development company with projects in South America. 

This release is required to be issued under the early warning requirements of
applicable securities laws. A copy of Teck's early warning report relating to
this subscription can be obtained from the investor contact below.


About Teck

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and
mineral development with major business units focused on copper, steelmaking
coal, zinc and energy. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed
on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TCK.A and TCK.B and the New York
Stock Exchange under the symbol TCK. Further information about Teck can be found
at: www.teck.com. 


FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: 
Media Contact:
Chris Stannell
Senior Communications Specialist
604.699.4368
[e-mail]


Investor Contact:
Greg Waller
Vice President, Investor Relations and Strategic Analysis
604.699.4014
[e-mail]
www.teck.com