CALGARY,
March 23, 2009 – BMO Bank of Montreal today opened
a new 6,500 square foot branch located at 100-3690 Westwinds Drive
N.E., featuring full banking and investment services and added conveniences
for customers.
The branch is home to a team of 18 personal banking and investment professionals
who are eager to provide a great customer experience to all new and existing
BMO customers. In addition there is a BMO Nesbitt Burns Investment Advisor,
a financial planner, and a mortgage specialist.
“We are committed to making money make sense for every one of
our customers, by bringing clarity to the complexities of money,” said,
Dave Sprague, Vice-President, Calgary District, BMO Bank of Montreal. ”This
commitment has never been more relevant than it is now given today’s
economic realities.”
“We have a spacious environment in our new branch to better serve
our customers and look forward to offering a wider range of services
all under one roof,” said Branch Manager, Nancy Mori-Gregorio.
And when you visit the branch between March 23 and April 2, 2009 and
ask for a copy of the BMO Better Banking Guide brochure you will receive
a ballot for a chance to win Calgary Flames tickets and prizes.
For added convenience, the new Westwinds branch features full service
banking, wheel chair accessibility, three ABMs for everyday financial
transactions, including a drive-thru ABM, as well as ample free parking.
The branch also offers longer hours and will operate from:
Monday to Thursday & Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
“This is a great time for first-time homebuyers to come in and
talk to us given the low current mortgage rates. We can help remove the
complexity that comes with such a purchase and provide them with the
BMO First Home Essentials kit designed specifically to meet their needs,” said
Ms. Mori-Gregorio.
“Plus if you’re one of the millions of AIR MILES collectors
in Canada, we have another reason for you to bank with BMO,” said
Dave Sprague. “No other bank can help you collect faster and redeem
more quickly because we are the only major financial institution that
rewards debit and credit card purchases, including online purchases,
with access to a comprehensive choice of more than 800 reward and travel
options,” Mr. Sprague added.
About BMO Bank of Montreal
Over 2,700 employees and 92 BMO Bank of Montreal branches in Alberta,
BMO provides financing to more than 27,000 small businesses. The Calgary
Stampede and BMO Financial Group announced earlier this month that
BMO has acquired the naming rights to the newly-expanded Roundup Centre
in Stampede Park for the next 10 years. The Calgary Stampede is a volunteer-supported,
not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes western
heritage and values.
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