Laurentian Bank's President and Chief Executive Officer to Take Part in RBC Capital Markets' Canadian Bank CEO Conference

MONTREAL, Jan. 5, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Under the banner of the Canadian Bank CEO Conference organized by RBC Capital Markets, Laurentian Bank's President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Réjean Robitaille, will be participating in a question period to be held January 10 in Toronto starting at 3:15 p.m. (EST).

A link to the live webcast will be available on the same day on Laurentian Bank's website at www.banquelaurentienne.ca/en/about_lbc/my_investment/presentations.html.

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 Québec, 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 $24 billion in balance sheet assets and more than $35 billion in assets under administration. Founded in 1846, it has been selected as the Québec and Atlantic Canada regional winner of the Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures™ program presented by Waterstone Human Capital. The Bank employs close to 3,700 people.

Gladys Caron
Vice-President
Public Affairs, Communications and Investor Relations
514 284-4500, extension 7511
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