Avion Gold Corporation engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, and operation of gold properties in west Africa. The company owns interest in Tabakoto and Segala gold projects consisting of 100 square kilometer land and mine asset located in Mali. It also holds interest in the Kenieba concessions comprising a total area of approximately 32 square kilometers and is located adjacent to the south and west sides of the Tabakoto property. The company was formerly known as Avion Resources Corp. and changed its name to Avion Gold Corporation in May 2009. Avion Gold Corporation was incorporated in 1985 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.