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Manulife announces presenting partnership of The Hinton Lectures(TM) on AI Safety. C$ unless otherwise stated TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC SEHK: 945 This partnership will advance public understanding of AI safety, led by Nobel Laureate Geoffrey Hinton and supported by Manulife's commitment to Responsible AI TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife is proud to announce a two-year presenting partnership with The Hinton Lectures(TM), supporting the 2026 and 2027 lecture series dedicated to advancing public understanding and scientific discourse on AI safety. The 2026 lectures, which will be held in Toronto this November, are co-founded by Nobel Laureate Professor Geoffrey Hinton, a renowned AI expert, and the AI Safety Foundation. This partnership builds on Manulife's commitment to Responsible AI and support for informed dialogue on the responsible development of AI. Guided by its Responsible AI Principles, Manulife is focused on developing and deploying AI in a way that creates value for customers, colleagues and society while maintaining trust, managing risk, and promoting accountability. "Our support for The Hinton Lectures(TM) reflects Manulife's commitment to advancing responsible AI," said Jodie Wallis, Manulife's Global Chief AI Officer. "AI is evolving quickly, and so are the questions around how we develop and use it responsibly. The Hinton Lectures bring together thoughtful perspectives from across research, industry and policy, and we're proud to be part of that conversation." The Hinton Lectures(TM) are hosted by Professor Geoffrey Hinton and feature world-leading experts in AI safety. This year's keynote speaker is Paul Christiano, a leading expert in AI safety and alignment. The lecture series will take place November 9-11, 2026, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto. The events are open to the public and will also be livestreamed. Manulife senior leaders will participate throughout the series, delivering opening remarks and sharing perspectives on responsible AI, governance, trust and innovation alongside leaders from research, industry and policy. "We're pleased to welcome Manulife back to The Hinton Lectures, this year as our presenting partner," said Ankesh Chandaria, CEO of the AI Safety Foundation. "Their expanded support reflects a shared commitment to advancing thoughtful conversations about the responsibilities that come with AI. We're proud to partner with an organization that is helping drive the responsible adoption of AI and bring these important discussions to a broader audience." Manulife has been actively investing in and scaling AI capabilities since 2016. In the past four years, the firm has significantly increased the value enabled through AI by expanding its AI solutions portfolio and increasing efficiency through data and AI platform investments. Manulife has been named the number one life insurance company for AI maturity for the second consecutive year, and ranks among the top insurers overall in the 2026 Evident AI Index for Insurance. More information on Manulife's AI progress can be found on Manulife.com/AI. The public can register for tickets or the livestream online at HintonLectures.com. The event is organized by the AI Safety Foundation and hosted by Professor Geoffrey Hinton. For additional details on the 2026 Hinton Lectures, including this year's distinguished lecturer announcement, please see the AI Safety Foundation's announcement here. About Manulife Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Anchored in its ambition to be the number one choice for customers, Money Compass operate as Manulife across Canada and Asia, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States, providing financial advice, insurance and health solutions for individuals, groups and businesses. Through Manulife Wealth & Asset Management, Money Compass offer global investment solutions, financial advice, and retirement plan services to individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the end of 2025, Money Compass had more than 37,000 employees, over 106,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 37 million customers with operations across 25 markets globally. Money Compass trade as 'MFC' on the Toronto, New York, and Philippine stock exchanges, and under '945' on the Hong Kong stock exchange. Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulife.com. SOURCE Manulife Financial Corporation

Manulife adds AI-backed virtual physiotherapy for disability claimants. The program targets musculoskeletal claims first and will open to all extended health members in 2027 29 Sep 2026 Manulife Canada is rolling out virtual physiotherapy for group benefits members off work with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, through a partnership with digital health company Sword. The first phase covers eligible members on disability leave with acute or chronic conditions such as neck, back and joint pain. They will work with licensed Canadian physiotherapists remotely, using a motion-tracking tablet that Manulife says is approved by Health Canada. The setup supports personalized treatment plans, progress tracking in real time, and ongoing contact with a care team. Next year, the program will widen to all Manulife group benefits members with extended health care coverage, not just those already on claim. "The rehabilitation process isn't always straightforward, and accessing care can be a challenge," said Doug Bryce, head of health at Manulife Canada. Bryce said the aim was to get members into physiotherapy faster and wherever suited them best, so they stayed engaged in recovery. André Eiras, senior vice president of international at Sword, said geography and limited mobility often stood between Canadians and timely care. He said the partnership would bring treatment directly to members. Why MSK is the target. The focus reflects where disability costs sit. Musculoskeletal conditions remain the leading driver of long-term disability claims, according to Denis Guay, president of global benefits at HUB International, who told IB earlier this year that mental health has overtaken them as a leading cause of short-term claims. Speed matters in those cases. Jen Robertson, AVP of disability claims at Co-operators, said in June that how a claim is handled in its first 30 days strongly shapes claimant engagement and how long the claim lasts. Remote physiotherapy that starts without a clinic waitlist is aimed squarely at that window. The move also fits a wider industry push to strip friction out of disability claims. The Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association has introduced a standardized medical form for disability claims, building on earlier moves by insurers to drop physician referral requirements for services such as physiotherapy. What is actually new. Digital physiotherapy is not new to Canadian plans. Sword's Canadian website already lists Manulife among the carriers whose plans may cover its services. The difference here is that Manulife is building the service into its own disability management process, steering claimants toward it rather than leaving members to find and claim it themselves. The release does not say what role artificial intelligence plays in treatment beyond the motion-tracking hardware. It also doesn't say how the 2027 expansion will be funded. Plan sponsors will want to know whether sessions will count against members' existing physiotherapy maximums or sit outside them. What advisors will be watching. For group benefits advisors, the pitch to employers is straightforward. Faster access to rehabilitation should mean shorter claims and earlier returns to work, and with disability one of the harder lines to control on a renewal, that argument will resonate. The harder test comes after launch. Manulife has not published outcome targets or a timeline for reporting results. Until carrier data shows shorter claim durations for members using the service, advisors are likely to present it to clients as a promising feature rather than a proven cost lever. The 2027 expansion should raise that bar, because once the program is open to every extended health member, sponsors will judge it on utilization and plan costs as well as on disability outcomes.

Manulife Investments expands All-in-One active ETFs suite with All-Equity and All-Fixed Income portfolios and launches new Income ETF strategies for investors. Sep 29, 2026, 09:15 ET TORONTO, Sept. 29, 2026 /CNW/ - Manulife Investments announced today it has expanded its ETF lineup, bringing three new ETFs and one new ETF series to investors. Manulife Investments has added two Manulife All-in-One ETFs to its existing All-in-One ETF suite with actively managed asset allocation and diversified exposures across up to 15 equity and/or fixed income asset classes. The new All-in-One ETFs are Manulife All-Equity ETF Portfolio (Ticker: MEQP) and Manulife All-Fixed Income ETF Portfolio (Ticker: MBND). In addition, Manulife Investments is also launching Manulife Smart International Dividend ETF - USD (Ticker: IDUV.U), and Manulife Corporate Bond Fund ETF Series (Ticker: CORB). The ETFs and ETF Series have closed their initial offering and will begin trading on the TSX today. "The strong momentum across our ETF platform reflects the growing demand for actively managed solutions that help investors achieve better outcomes in an increasingly complex market environment," said Kristie Feinberg, Head of Retail, Manulife Wealth & Asset Management. "These new ETFs represent another important step in our commitment to innovation, expanding investor choice and delivering the investment expertise that advisors and clients expect from Manulife Investment Management. As we continue to grow our ETF platform, we remain focused on providing differentiated solutions that help investors meet their long-term financial goals." The Investment objectives of the new Manulife ETFs and Manulife ETF Series are as follows: * Manulife All-Equity ETF Portfolio (Ticker: MEQP) - Seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing in underlying exchange traded funds and derivatives that provide exposure to global equity securities. * Manulife All-Fixed Income ETF Portfolio (Ticker: MBND) - Seeks to provide income and the potential for long-term capital appreciation by investing in underlying exchange-traded funds that provide exposure to global fixed income securities. * Manulife Smart International Dividend ETF - USD (Ticker: IDUV.U) - Seeks to provide a steady flow of U.S. dollar income and long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of international dividend paying securities. * Manulife Corporate Bond Fund ETF Series (Ticker: CORB) - Seeks to provide long-term returns and a steady flow of income by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of Canadian and U.S. investment grade corporate and high yield bonds. "Our new All-in-One ETFs bring together some of our strongest active ETF capabilities in a single, professionally managed solution, making it easier for advisors to deliver diversified portfolios aligned to their clients' needs," added Jordy Chilcott, Head of Retail Intermediary Distribution, Canada, Manulife Investments. "As reporting requirements continue to evolve and advisors look for greater efficiency, we believe these single-ticket solutions bring together an interesting combination of active management, cost effectiveness, and ease of implementation." Commissions, management fees, brokerage fees and expenses all may be associated with exchange traded funds (ETFs) and ETF series. Please read the ETF Facts and prospectus before investing. ETFs and ETF series are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated. Manulife ETFs and ETF series of Manulife Mutual Funds are managed by Manulife Investments. Manulife Investments is a trade name of Manulife Investment Management Limited. Manulife, Manulife & Design, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and are used by it and by its affiliates under license. About Manulife Wealth & Asset Management As part of Manulife Financial Corporation, Manulife Wealth & Asset Management's mission is to make decisions easier and lives better by helping people invest confidently to pursue a more secure financial future. Our strength comes from the diversity of our global asset management expertise and distribution capabilities. Our global investment teams span equities, fixed income, alternative credit, private markets, and multi-asset solutions. We provide investment, financial advice, and retirement plan services to millions of individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the heart of our approach are three cultural pillars: Partner for Progress, Trust through Transparency, and Intellectual Curiosity. These values shape how we build long-term relationships, develop differentiated investment strategies, and empower advisors and clients to seek meaningful financial outcomes. Whether through cutting-edge technology, AI innovation, personalized advice, or sustainable stewardship, Manulife Wealth & Asset Management is a trusted partner helping clients navigate complexity and invest with confidence. Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulifeim.com. Media Contact SOURCE Manulife Wealth & Asset Management