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BMO Financial Group continues to be recognized for its leadership in corporate social responsibility, most recently ranked ninth in the Corporate Knights Best 50 Corporate Citizens Ranking 2006.  For the fourth consecutive year, BMO Financial Group has been ranked among the top 10 companies in Canada – the only financial institution to be ranked amongst the top ten Best Corporate Citizens in each of the last four years.  

Last year, BMO was ranked number one among Corporate Knights Best 50 Corporate Citizens for 2005.  

“This is a notable achievement, and one of which I am especially proud,” said Tony Comper, President and Chief Executive Officer, BMO Financial Group.  “To be the only financial services company in Canada to be so highly ranked is testament to the high value that we place on social responsibility at BMO Financial Group and a recognition that I share with all of my colleagues throughout the organization.”

For more information, visit www.corporateknights.ca.

BMO Financial Group's Commitment to Good Corporate Citizenship

Since 1817, BMO Financial Group has believed in community reinvestment and corporate and social responsibility to the communities it serves. BMO Financial Group contributed $29.5 million in corporate donations, sponsorships and events in 2005, supporting thousands of communities, charities and not-for-profit organizations in Canada.

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