VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Aug. 1, 2008) - Waratah Coal Inc. (TSX VENTURE:WCI) is pleased to announce that it has retained the services of Mr. Michael Joyner to conduct investor relations services for the Company. Mr. Joyner will receive a fee of $115,000 per annum. The term of the contract is 12 months. The Company will also grant an option to Mr. Joyner to purchase 175,000 common shares of the Company at $2.90 per share for a five year period, subject to regulatory approval. The options will vest in equal stages over 18 months. ...