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Montec Holdings Inc. announces the appointment of new auditors

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MONTREAL, Jan. 19 /CNW Telbec/ - Montec Holdings Inc. (TSX-V: MTE) ("Montec"), a holding company focused on acquiring and developing a diversified portfolio of high-growth technology companies, announces the appointment of Collins Barrow Toronto LLP as its new auditors effective January 13th, 2009 after accepting the resignation of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP on January 6th, 2009.

About Collins Barrow

Collins Barrow is Canada's mid-market alternative for accounting, tax and business consulting solutions. They serve a wide range of business, government, non-profit, agricultural and individual clients in local, regional, national and international markets. Collins Barrow is Canada's largest association of Chartered Accountancy firms. More information about Collins Barrow can be found on their website at www.collinsbarrow.com

About Montec Holdings Inc.

Montec's (TSX-V: MTE) objective is to create shareholder value by building a profitable technology entity with high-growth potential. Structured as a holding company, Montec's mandate is to acquire synergistic, profitable companies in the technology sector to maximize efficiencies and shareholder value. For more information about Montec Holdings Inc., please visit our website at www.montecholdings.com

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements which reflect the Company's current expectations regarding future events. The forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those projected herein. The Company disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

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