BMO Announces 1st Art! Awards Recognizing Top Graduating Student Artists in Canada: Thirteen Graduating Student Artists from Across the Country Are Recognized for Their Outstanding Artwork by the 9th Annual BMO 1st Art! Invitational Student Art Competition

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"This year's BMO 1st Art! submissions continue to show us the tremendous artistic ability of Canada's new artists," said Gilles Ouellette, President and CEO, Private Client Group, BMO Financial Group. "By honouring these talented artists and presenting their artwork to the public, it's our hope that BMO 1st Art! will encourage young and emerging artists to continue their pursuit of the arts and contribute to Canada's diverse artistic landscape."

"BMO 1st Art! gives graduating artists a unique opportunity to introduce their work to the Canadian public and a chance for Canadians to view artwork by some of the country's rising art stars as they begin their careers," said Dawn Cain, Curator, BMO Financial Group, Corporate Art Collection. "We are proud to acknowledge the creativity of these outstanding artists and we celebrate the achievements of all of Canada's visual arts graduates."