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BMO Financial Group (TSX:BMO) has signed the United Nations Environment Programme – Finance Initiative Principles for Responsible Banking, committing to align its strategy with sustainable development goals and the Paris Climate Agreement. The bank aims to mobilize $400 billion in sustainable finance by 2025, having already achieved 71% of its $150 billion target for sustainable outcomes. BMO's commitment reinforces its role in promoting sustainability and aims to enhance public transparency and accountability through reporting.

BMO Financial Group (TSX: BMO) has joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), aimed at disclosing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its loans and investments. Ranked as the most sustainable bank in North America, BMO is committed to mobilizing $400 billion in sustainable finance by 2025. As of 2020, the bank has achieved 71% of its $150 billion lending target. BMO's efforts align with the TCFD framework and support the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement, reflecting its leadership in sustainability.

BMO Financial Group has been recognized as the most sustainable bank in North America for the second consecutive year, ranking sixth globally out of 935 banks. The bank's commitment to sustainable finance includes a goal of mobilizing $400 billion by 2025, with significant progress made toward its targets. BMO's board diversity is notable, with women comprising 45.5% of independent directors. The bank continues its initiatives around sustainable loans and community support, emphasizing its role in addressing climate change and promoting diversity.

BMO employees have raised over $22 million this year in donations as part of the 10th annual Employee Giving Campaign, contributing to a total of almost $190 million over the last decade. This initiative supports the United Way and organizations focused on education, health, and social equity, especially for BIPOC communities, amidst challenges posed by the pandemic. In 2020, BMO also made $66 million in corporate donations. The company aims to address systemic barriers and foster economic inclusion through partnerships and community support.

Bank of Montreal (TSX: BMO) has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.06 per common share for Q1 2021, maintaining the same rate as the previous quarter and year. Additionally, preferred share dividends have been declared, with varying amounts per series. The common dividend is payable on February 26, 2021, to shareholders of record on February 1, 2021. All declared dividends are designated as "eligible" under Canada’s Income Tax Act. Shareholders can reinvest dividends through the Bank's Dividend Reinvestment Plan.