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TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Oct. 12, 2011) - With bond and money market yields currently at low levels, investors are looking for ways they can boost their returns in a challenging market. One solution could be investing in dividends, which can provide a steady income stream paid once a quarter in the form of cash or stocks. In volatile market environments, the importance of including dividends in a portfolio cannot be underestimated.

BMO will be hosting a media conference call this Thursday at 11 a.m. ET on various issues related to dividends; four experts will provide their insight on the following questions:

• Why are dividends so attractive these days?
• Where do dividends fit in an investor's portfolio?
• What sectors and regions typically provide the best dividend returns?
• What should seniors seeking income do in today's environment?
• What are the advantages of preferred shares, common shares and dividend ETFs?
• How are dividends of Canadian companies taxed vs. foreign company shares?
• What are the benefits of buy and hold dividend investing?