2010 News Releases

Toronto– Hugh McHaffie, Executive Vice President of John Hancock Wealth Management, will present in Naples, Florida at the 35^th Annual AIFA Conference.

Mr. McHaffie’s presentation will focus on the company’s U.S. pension business.                              

Date:              
Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Time:              
1:40 PM ET

Materials:       
Slides will be available at www.manulife.com

Live Audio:     
http://www.investorcalendar.com/CEPage.asp?ID=155837

Replay Audio:
Presentations will be archived 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 customers 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 $440 billion (US$ 420 billion) as at December 31, 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. 

Investor Relations:
Amir Gorgi
416-852-8311
amir_gorgi@manulife.com

Media inquiries:
Laurie Lupton
416-852-7792
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