TORONTO, April 12, 2012 /CNW/ - CIBC (TSX: CM);(NYSE: CM) - Over 60 of the leading North American energy companies will present at the CIBC's annual Energy Conference April 16 and 17 in Toronto.

The event will feature traditional and 'fireside' presentations by speakers from the oil & gas sector - intermediates and juniors, oilfield & environmental services, and internationals.

The conference is by invitation only. More information can be found at http://conferences.cibcwm.com/login.asp?cid=ENERGY2012 (password: energy2012)

Important Note about Media Attendance:

This event is by invitation only. Media and the public are invited to listen to the corporate presentations via audiocast. A link will be provided at the above website on the day of the conference.

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