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TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Oct. 13, 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. Several Canadian companies have recently increased their dividends, and just this week there is news that Ford is considering the reinstatement of its dividend. 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?