2004 News Releases

Enhanced Corporate Governance section of website showcases award-winning governance practices

Toronto - Manulife Financial’s 2003 Annual Report, Proxy Circular and Public Accountability Statement are now available for download at www.manulife.com.

These documents can also be found in the recently enhanced Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website that provides a comprehensive look into Manulife’s governance policies and practices. Access to information on Manulife Financial’s Board of Directors, Board Committees (including charters, reports and scorecards), governance principles, the Company’s Public Accountability Statement and Securities Filings can be readily found at www.manulife.com/governance.

“Our vision is to be the most professional life insurance company in the world and with the heightened scrutiny corporations face today we believe it is essential to be forthcoming with information that is important to our shareholders and our clients,” said Chris Ahlvik, Corporate Secretary, Manulife Financial. “We are proud to be a company that receives high ratings and recognition for our extensive disclosure of key information and the equal treatment of all shareholders.”

About Manulife Financial
Manulife Financial is a leading Canadian-based financial services group operating in 15 countries and territories worldwide. Through its extensive network of employees, agents and distribution partners, Manulife Financial offers clients a diverse range of financial protection products and wealth management services. Funds under management by Manulife Financial were Cdn$156.7 billion as at December 31, 2003.

Manulife Financial Corporation trades as ‘MFC’ on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under ‘0945’ on the SEHK. Manulife Financial can be found on the Internet at www.manulife.com.

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