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Tony Comper, President and Chief Executive Officer, BMO Financial Group, today told members of the investor community attending the Scotia Capital Financials Summit 2005 in Toronto why BMO’s credit strength will help power its strong commercial businesses, which he views as a future growth engine for the bank in both Canada and the United States.

Mr. Comper's presentation contained forward-looking statements which include, but are not limited to, comments with respect to the bank's objectives and strategies, financial condition, the results of its operations and its businesses, its outlook for the Canadian economy and its risk management.

The full presentation and speaking notes are available by accessing www.bmo.com/investorrelations.

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