BMO Selected for Inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index

TORONTO, September 24, 2008 – BMO Financial Group has been selected for the fourth consecutive year for inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability (DJSI) North America Index. This recognition places BMO in the leading 20% in terms of sustainability of the 600 biggest North American companies in the Dow Jones World Index.

Launched in 1999, the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes are the first global indexes tracking the financial performance of the leading sustainability-driven companies worldwide. The results of this review provide asset managers with reliable and objective benchmarks to manage sustainability portfolios.

Corporate Sustainability is a business approach that creates long-term shareholder value by embracing opportunities and managing risks deriving from economic, environmental and social developments.

As one of Canada’s best Corporate Citizens and top employers, BMO has long demonstrated leadership in Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability. BMO is included in the Climate Disclosure Leadership Index, the Jantzi Social Index and the FTSE4Good Index. BMO Financial Group contributed more than $50 million in corporate donations and sponsorships in 2007, supporting local communities in Canada and the United States. In 2008, BMO Financial Group’s Environmental Policy and Action Plan were released. Visit the newly updated website at www.bmo.com/corporateresponsibility where you can learn more about the company’s approach to corporate responsibility or download the latest annual Corporate Responsibility Report and Public Accountability Statement.