Laurentian Bank's President and CEO to participate in the seventh annual
Investment Fund Industry Professionals of Québec Symposium

MONTREAL, April 16 /CNW Telbec/ - The President and Chief Executive Officer of Laurentian Bank, Mr. Réjean Robitaille, will be taking part in the seventh Investment Fund Industry Professionals of Québec Symposium, to be held at Centre Mont Royal located at 2200 Mansfield Street in Montréal.

Mr. Robitaille's presentation will begin at 8:45 a.m. this coming April 20 and will focus primarily on the elements key to the success of the Bank's strategic plan, as well as on managing a financial institution during a period of crisis. He will also be addressing the new realities of financial services and the future of the industry.

About Laurentian Bank

Laurentian Bank of Canada is a banking institution operating across Canada and offering its clients diversified financial services. Distinguishing itself through excellence in service, as well as through its simplicity and proximity, the Bank serves individual consumers and small and medium-sized businesses. The Bank also offers its products to a wide network of independent financial intermediaries through B2B Trust, as well as full-service brokerage solutions through Laurentian Bank Securities.

Laurentian Bank is well established in the Province of Quebec, operating the third-largest retail branch network. Elsewhere throughout Canada, it operates in specific market segments where it holds an enviable position. Laurentian Bank of Canada has more than $23 billion in balance sheet assets and more than $14 billion in assets under administration. Founded in 1846, the Bank employs more than 3,600 people.

For further information: Gladys Caron, Vice-President, Public Affairs, Communications and Investor Relations, [phone], extension 7511, [email protected]