News Releases 2008

ROR Investor Relations Consulting Firm

Vancouver, BC (July 3, 2008) – Run of River Power Inc. (“Run of River”) (TSX-V: ROR) announced today that it has engaged Barnes McInerney Inc. (BMI) of Toronto to provide strategic investor relations consulting services. BMI offers a fully integrated suite of products, focusing on strategic investor relations, initial public offerings, mergers & acquisitions, roadshow marketing, corporate communications and new media solutions.

“Run of River is an emerging independent renewable power provider whose commitment to green power development has them at the forefront of this rapidly growing sector,” said Ken Barnes, Managing Partner, BMI. “Their Brandywine Creek hydro project near Whistler B.C. is generating power and revenue and in addition to other hydro projects in development, they have strong biomass prospects. We look forward to helping Run of River achieve its business objectives and communicate its growth strategy to the investment community.”

“Barnes McInerney is Canada’s premier investor relations consulting firm,” said Jako Krushnisky, President and CEO, Run of River. “We are excited about working with them to leverage their expertise and vast network of contacts to expand our investor base as we execute our growth strategy.”

Barnes McInerney was engaged by Run of River on July 1, 2008. The Company will pay BMI a monthly fee of $10,000 for professional services for a period of 12 months. Neither BMI, nor any of its employees holds an interest, directly or indirectly, in Run of River, nor any right or intent to acquire such an interest. This agreement is subject to acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange.

About Run of River Power Inc.

Run of River Power Inc. is a British Columbia corporation, committed to economically,environmentally and socially responsible energy solutions that are sensitive to future generations.The Corporation operates an Eco Logo© certified hydroelectric power generation station atBrandywine Creek, near Whistler, B.C. and sells the power to BC Hydro on a long-term 20 year contract.

The Corporation is currently developing hydroelectric projects located in several clusters, totaling over 430 MW of non-firm capacity as well as two biomass projects totaling 90 MW of base load capacity. With over 520 MW of renewable energy at various stages of development, ROR is positioned to provide green, renewable electricity to over 214,000 British Columbia homes, while eeting the province’s goals of energy self sufficiency and greenhouse gas reduction.

About Barnes McInerney Inc.

Barnes McInerney Inc. is Canada’s premier investor relations consulting firm. Over the past 20 years, Barnes McInerney has served the needs of more than 500 leading public companies in every sector of Canada’s capital markets. By building strong relationships with its clients and the nvestment community, Barnes McInerney provides effective strategic consulting, shareholder outreach and communications services, all supported by leading-edge multi-media capabilities. For further information on Barnes McInerney visit www.barnesmcinerney.com.

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

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

Jako Krushnisky
President and CEO
Run of River Power Inc.
Tel: 604-946-9232
jako@runofriverpower.com

Vick Dusik
Chief Financial Officer
Run of River Power Inc.
Tel: 604-818-4100
vsdusik@runofriverpower.com

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