2009 News Releases

Toronto - Donald Guloien, President and Chief Executive Officer of Manulife Financial, will present in Toronto at the Scotia Capital Financials Summit.

Mr. Guloien’s presentation will focus on the Company’s strengths and how it is well positioned for future opportunities.

Date: Thursday, September 17, 2009
Time: 10:40AM ET
Materials: Slides will be available at www.manulife.com
Live Audio: http://webcast.streamlogics.com/audience/index.asp?eventid=79267518
Replay Audio: Presentations will be archived at end of day for one year.

About Manulife Financial
Manulife Financial is a leading Canadian-based financial services group serving millions of customers in 22 countries and territories worldwide. Operating as Manulife Financial in Canada and Asia, and primarily through John Hancock in the United States, the Company offers clients a diverse range of financial protection products and wealth management services through its extensive network of employees, agents and distribution partners. Funds under management by Manulife Financial and its subsidiaries were Cdn$421 billion (US$362 billion) as at June 30, 2009.

Manulife Financial Corporation trades as ‘MFC’ on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under ‘945’ on the SEHK. Manulife Financial can be found on the Internet at www.manulife.com.

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