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MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Oct. 5, 2012) - BMO Bank of Montreal announced today that it will add approximately 250 Cash ATMs to its network across Quebec, including as many as 150 in the greater Montreal area and 25 in the greater Quebec City area. Most of the new ATMs will be installed in 2012 or early 2013.

The new BMO Cash ATMs, branded as GA/ATM in Quebec, which are designed only for cash-only transaction, provide a fast and convenient way for customers to access their money, either through a withdrawal or cash advance. There are no surcharges and month-end Interac fees for BMO debit and credit card customers.

"BMO is committed to providing a great customer experience and make it easier for our customers to manage their day-to-day finances, whether it be in branch, online or on the go," said François Hudon, Senior Vice-President, Quebec Division, BMO Bank of Montreal. "This is a significant expansion of our existing ATM network."

Mr. Hudon added that the new ATMs are being installed mainly in IGA stores across Quebec as well as pharmacies, service stations and post-secondary school campuses.

To help on-the-go customers, BMO has added the BMO Branch and ATM Locator function to the BMO Blue Room™ mobile app. This free, easy-to-use tool helps customers quickly locate the nearest branch or ATM using their mobile device and is available on iPhone and Android smartphones. To view a demo, please visit here.

The BMO Blue Room mobile app is designed to help customers gain a deeper understanding of their personal finances and bring clarity to important financial decisions, including the purchase of a home and retirement planning.

To learn more about the new BMO Branch and ATM Locator function of the BMO Blue Room mobile app, stop by your local BMO branch today or visit www.bmo.com/cash-atm.

About BMO Financial Group

Established in 1817 as Bank of Montreal, BMO Financial Group is a highly diversified North American financial services organization. With total assets of $542 billion as at July 31, 2012, and more than 46,000 employees, BMO Financial Group provides a broad range of retail banking, wealth management and investment banking products and solutions.