BMO Harris Private Banking Named Best Private Bank

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - April 24, 2013) - Global Banking and Finance Review has announced it has named BMO Harris Private Banking the Best Private Bank in Canada for 2013. This is the third year in a row BMO Harris Private Banking has received this honour.

BMO Harris Private Banking was cited for its leadership in the following categories:

• Excellent wealth management solutions to private individuals and fund administration services to corporate clients
• Strong client relations with personal and client-focused services
• Continued commitment to providing clients with the best possible financial solutions
• Impressive client-focused educational programs and customized lending
• Access to a comprehensive array of investment solutions across asset classes, geographies, styles and vehicles
• Dedication and commitment towards improvement of quality

"We are delighted to be acknowledged by the banking and financial community for our high-quality wealth management solutions, professional service and steadfast dedication to clients," said Alex Dousmanis-Curtis, Senior Vice President and Head, BMO Harris Private Banking. "Winning this award three years in a row is a testament to our talented and passionate professionals who are committed to providing our clients personalized service."

"For the third straight year, BMO Harris Private Banking has demonstrated a winning formula of delivering quality wealth management solutions, services and expertise combined with an unwavering commitment to its high net worth clients," said Wanda Rich, Editor, Global Banking & Finance Review. "Once again, we commend BMO Harris Private Banking for its achievements."

The Global Banking and Finance Review Awards honour companies in the banking and finance industry for their achievement, challenge, progress and inspirational change in global finance.

About Global Banking & Finance Review

Global Banking & Finance Review is an online portal which houses informative and independent news for the global banking and finance industry in one all-encompassing publication. They have objective editorial contributions from all major sectors, such as Banking, Technology, FOREX Trading, Asset Management, Corporate Governance, Islamic Finance, Project Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions, Tax and Accounting and Inward Investment; all under one global umbrella.

About BMO Harris Private Banking

Backed by the stability and resources of BMO Financial Group, professionals at BMO Harris Private Banking are responsible for the successful management of wealth by providing expert advice and highly personalized services in banking, investment management, estate, trust, succession planning and philanthropic services - all in a coordinated and confident approach. With 34 offices across Canada, including Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver, BMO Harris Private Banking is able to service clients in a variety of languages.

For more information on BMO Harris Private Banking, please visit http://www.bmo.com/harrisprivatebanking .

For more information on the Global Banking & Finance Review awards, please visit www.globalbankingandfinance.com .

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