News Release:

September 20, 2004

ATB Financial Opens New Rimbey Branch

Rimbey, Alberta - ATB Financial is today opening its Rimbey Branch in a new facility at 5026 - 49 Avenue.

"We are very excited about the new branch, and we look forward to serving our customers in a bright, more spacious environment," says Greg Braat, Branch Manager. "The new building is indicative of our commitment to this community and our plan to be a partner for many years to come."

The new 4,760 square foot building features an automated banking machine (ABM), available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The branch is open 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday.

"We look forward to continuing to provide personal service to our existing customers and welcome new customers to visit us at the branch," says Braat. A grand opening celebration is planned for late October.

ATB Financial, an Alberta-based financial institution, was established in 1938. Today, ATB provides personal service to 600,000 customers in 240 Alberta communities. For further information about ATB Financial, visit www.atb.com.

For further information please contact:

Greg Braat
Branch Manager, Rimbey
ATB Financial
(403) 843-5690

Brian Countryman
Director, Public Affairs
ATB Financial
(780) 408-7307

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