MONTREAL, QUEBEC — (Marketwire) — 03/02/12 — National Bank (TSX: NA) is proud to present its 2011 social responsibility report which provides an overview of its commitment to its clients, employees, the community and the environment.
The highlights for 2011 include a series of investments that helped create economic and social value for the communities where the Bank is present. Here are a few examples:
National Bank also stood out for its actions towards reducing the impact of its practices on the environment. In 2011, the Bank achieved net zero carbon emissions thanks to an innovative agreement with the Sobeys supermarket chain, under the IGA banner in Quebec. Moreover, National Bank obtained the LEED-CI Silver certification for the interior design of its Lachine branch in Montreal.
For more information on the many causes and projects National Bank supports as part of its commitment to the communities it serves, please consult our social responsibility report. It is available on our website at , on our social commitment website at , in our branches and via our TelNat customer service centre at 1-888-4-TelNat.
About National Bank of Canada
National Bank of Canada is an integrated group that provides comprehensive financial services to consumers, small and medium-sized enterprises and large corporations in its core market, while offering specialized services to its clients elsewhere in the world. National Bank offers a full array of banking services, including retail, corporate and investment banking. It is an active player on international capital markets and, through its subsidiaries, is involved in securities brokerage, insurance and wealth management as well as mutual fund and retirement plan management. As at January 31, 2012, National Bank has over CDN$175 billion in assets in accordance with IFRS and, together with its subsidiaries, employs 19,785 people. The Bank-s securities are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: NA). For more information, visit the Bank-s website at . To access National Bank of Canada-s financial literacy portal, visit .
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Contacts:
Joan Beauchamp
Senior Advisor, Public Relations
National Bank
514-394-6500