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Exhibition explores how period of radical change inspired the great artists of the 20th century; tickets go on sale Nov. 15

- Only one-fifth of Canadian investors are knowledgeable about ETFs

- However, sixty per cent would add ETFs to their portfolio after learning about their benefits

- Spending Spirit: Canadians' spending projected to climb for the third consecutive year

- Taking Flight: Largest spend and increase accounted for by holiday travel plans

- A Rewarding Spend: Rewards spending increases by 32 per cent from 2012

BMO is 'Making Money Make Sense' for Canadians by Providing a Tip for Each Day in November

Majority of Canadians confident in their knowledge of RRSPs, TFSAs, GICs; however confidence level down from 2012

- GDP growth of 1.1 per cent expected in 2013, 1.8 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- Stimulus measures, such as tax credits, are helping to grow the economy

- Construction industry rebounding after workers' strike during the summer

- GDP growth of 2.4 per cent expected in 2013, 2.8 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- Strong resource-sector activity driving population growth

- Construction sector major growth driver in the Province

- GDP growth of 0.8 per cent expected in 2013, 1.4 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- U.S. economy to help boost province's exports

- Forestry sector experiencing growth

- GDP growth of 1.4 per cent expected in 2013, 1.6 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- Public-sector spending is expected to support economic growth

- Unemployment rate continues to decline

- GDP growth of 1.2 per cent expected in 2013, 1.8 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- Unemployment remains low in comparison to other Atlantic provinces

- Exports to support provincial growth

- GDP growth of 5.0 per cent expected in 2013, 1.4 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- Longer-term prospects for offshore oil are bright

- Private sector job growth is healthy and unemployment at record low

- GDP growth of 1.4 per cent expected in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- Construction and trade add to job gains

- Housing market has rebounded, with significant pickup in Toronto

- GDP growth of 2.0 per cent expected in 2013, 2.3 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- Housing market supported by firm population growth

- Agricultural sector remains solid

- GDP growth of 2.5 per cent expected in 2013, 3.3 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- Alberta leads provinces in job growth

- Housing sales in Calgary and Edmonton posting double-digit gains

- GDP growth of 1.7 per cent expected in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014 (Canadian GDP growth expected to be 1.6 per cent in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014)

- Relationship with China and the U.S. markets should supplement economic growth

- Housing market more balanced as prices stabilize

- GDP growth of 1.6 per cent expected in 2013, 2.2 per cent in 2014

- Newfoundland & Labrador, Alberta and Saskatchewan to lead country

- New partnership is part of BMO's Equity Through Education Program

- Two scholarships will be awarded in 2014

First Beneficiary a Local Grad

BMO becomes the official bank of the Raptors and proud partner of the team's 2013-14 season

- Sixty-eight per cent of women report being personally impacted by cancer-related illnesses

- Seventy-eight per cent are concerned about being diagnosed with cancer

- More than half have conducted a proper breast cancer self-exam within the last year

- New BMO branch represents a $1.3 million investment in the community

- Offering customers extended banking hours - six days a week

- 'Making Money Make Sense' in six different languages

- Nearly half of business owners use social media to promote their company brand

- Facebook and LinkedIn continue to lead the pack of go-to social tools for small businesses

- One-third of businesses use social media tools to track what is being said about their company

Hiring has flat-lined - Only three-in-ten small business owners hired people with disabilities in 2013; same level as 2012, according to BMO survey of small business owners

- It is time we moved People with Disabilities off the unemployment line and onto the productivity line

- Businesses missing out on opportunities to hire employees who are more engaged, more productive and more loyal

- Myths and misunderstandings major barrier to employment

- BMO's 'Count Me In' campaign contributed to a 'lift' in hiring of people with disabilities at the bank - can the same work for small businesses?

Surviscor award comes just weeks after BMO InvestorLine ranked #1 in client satisfaction by Ipsos Reid

- The President of BMO Financial Group, Quebec, unveils the highlights of a study to revitalize Montreal

Six Business Leaders Recognized As Exceptional Role Models in Corporate Canada

- Sixty per cent of business owners lose sleep thinking about their retirement

- Fewer than 40 per cent have a business succession plan in place

BMO Bank of Montreal President and CEO Frank Techar hosts Chief of the Defence Staff at event in Ottawa

- Frank Techar is appointed Chief Operating Officer of the bank

- Greater alignment between North American Personal, Commercial and Wealth businesses

- Operating group reorganization strengthens capacity to develop industry-leading, cross-group capabilities that drive customer experience

- Formalizing the Chief Operating Officer position increases focus on evolving business models - recognizing changing customer preferences in a more mobile world and capturing the opportunity to enhance both profitability and market share

- Sixty per cent of business owners lose sleep thinking about their retirement

- Fewer than 40 per cent have a business succession plan in place

Fans attending BMO Ultimate CHL Fan Appreciation Nights in 42 Canadian Hockey League arenas from October 13 to December 6 have chance to represent WHL, OHL and QMJHL as each league's Ultimate Fan

- BMO's Ultimate CHL Fan Contest will provide a fan in each CHL member hockey league with a trip to 2014 MasterCard Memorial Cup in London, Ontario

- Canadian ETF market stands at $60 billion AUM and more than $4.1 billion in inflows as of September

- There are now nine ETF providers; competition abounds among smaller players

- Increased competition, tactical allocation, diversified exposure and low cost will drive ongoing success

- Semi-annual survey shows majority of Canadians believe 2014 will be a better year for business than 2013

- One-third of business owners will be investing more in their business in the coming year

- Most investment will go towards upgrading or purchasing new equipment

- Bank's Institute for Learning recognized as a global leader in the field of Learning and Development

- BMO only Canadian bank to be named

- New app is free, secure and easy-to-use

- 70 per cent of Canadian smartphone owners say they have used a financial mobile app in the past year

- Forty-seven per cent are optimistic about Canada's economic future

- The nation's affluent are most bullish about the financial and energy sectors

- High-net worth Canadians are spending either the same or more on vacations, entertainment and clothing compared to before the recession

- New BMO branch represents $1.4 million investment in the community

- Offering customers extended banking hours, seven days a week

- 'Making Money Make Sense' in 10 different languages