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Hong Kong, December 28, 2006 Hong Kong people’s awareness of retirement planning insufficient Hong Kong people have a poor understanding of the timeframe involved for retirement planning, and well over half are worried about the impact of unexpected health costs on their life savings, a just–released survey by Manulife (International) Limited found.
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Boston, December 28, 2006 1.2 million square foot complex in Boston acquired for John Hancock operations Manulife Financial, through its U.S. subsidiary, John Hancock Financial Services, has purchased 197 Clarendon Street (the “Stephen L. Brown Building”), and 200 Berkeley Street (the “Berkeley Building”) in Boston’s Back Bay from Broadway Real Estate Partners, LLC.
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Kuala Lumpur, December 26, 2006 Manulife Malaysia Recognises Gold Medal Performers at Doha Asian Games Manulife Malaysia presented cash prizes worth RM30,000 to 15 athletes for their gold medal individual and team performances at the recent Doha Asian Games.
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Waterloo, December 20, 2006 Manulife Investor Sentiment Index near record level Canadians’ interest in investments made its largest leap in more than six years, according to a national poll earlier this month for Manulife Financial, Canada’s leading insurance and wealth management company.
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Boston, December 20, 2006 John Hancock Variable Annuities and Morgan Stanley Announce New Partnership John Hancock this week announced the launch of its Variable Annuity products on the Morgan Stanley platform.
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Tokyo, December 20, 2006 Manulife Japan Commences Sales of an Innovative Investment–Type Annuity Insurance Product “Step Life” through The Chiba Bank, Ltd. On December 20, 2006, Manulife Japan will commence sales nationwide of an innovative investment–type annuity insurance product “Step Life”through the head office and branches of The Chiba Bank,Ltd.
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Tokyo, December 15, 2006 Manulife Japan Commences Sales of an Innovative Investment–Type Annuity Insurance Product “Step Life” through Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank On December 15, 2006, Manulife Japan will commence sales nationwide of an innovative investment–type annuity insurance product (Guaranteed Total Annuity Type), “Step Life” through the head office and branches of Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank.
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Toronto, December 14, 2006 Manulife Financial completes senior and subordinated debenture offering Manulife Finance (Delaware), L.P. (“MFLP”), an indirect wholly–owned subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation (“MFC”), has successfully completed its previously announced offering of $550 million principal amount of senior unsecured debentures and $650 million principal amount of subordinated unsecured debentures.
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Boston, December 11, 2006 John Hancock Annuities Launches Interactive, Content–rich Web Site John Hancock Annuities today launched its brand new website, www.jhannuities.com.
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Boston, December 7, 2006 Board of Trustees of John Hancock Patriot Closed–End Funds Approve Reorganizations John Hancock Advisers, LLC today announced that the board of trustees of each of four Patriot closed–end funds approved their reorganization into a fifth John Hancock closed–end fund, the John Hancock Patriot Premium Dividend Fund II (NYSE:PDT).
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Boston, December 6, 2006 John Hancock Consumer And Producer Research Shows Opportunity For College Savings Plan Sales Majority of parents and grandparents give money for children’s and grandchildren’s college education, yet most producers say 529 savings plans are less than 5% of their business.
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Toronto, December 5, 2006 Manulife Financial to issue senior and subordinated debentures Manulife Finance (Delaware), L.P. (“MFLP”), an indirect wholly–owned subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation (“MFC”), has entered into an Agency Agreement with a syndicate jointly led by Scotia Capital Inc. and RBC Dominion Securities Inc. with respect to an offering of up to $550 million principal amount of senior unsecured debentures and up to $650 million principal amount of subordinated unsecured debentures.
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Hong Kong, December 4, 2006 Manulife Centre Holds Free Open Seminar Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities is organising a free open seminar on Saturday, December 9, 2006, to discuss ways to help enhance the reading and writing abilities for children with dyslexia.
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Kuala Lumpur, December 4, 2006 Manulife Donates Education–Related Essentials to Underprivileged Children In conjunction with the recent launch of the Company’s Education Series, Manulife Malaysia has donated essential education–related items to Rumah Hope, a home for underprivileged children.
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Waterloo, December 1, 2006 Manulife Bank launches US dollar Advantage Accounts Manulife Bank today announced the launch of their $US Advantage Account and $US Business Advantage Account.
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Tokyo, December 1, 2006 Manulife Japan Commences Sales of an Innovative Investment–Type Annuity Insurance Product “Step Life” through Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation Manulife Japan on December 1, 2006, will commence sales nationwide of an innovative investment–type annuity insurance product (Guaranteed Total Annuity Type), “Step Life” through the head office and branches of Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation.
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Boston, November 30, 2006 John Hancock Financial Network introduces Protégé Program for Leadership Development of Potential Sales Managers John Hancock Financial Network has developed and introduced a field leadership program for identified potential sales managers as part of a broader strategy to expand its career agency system and support its Client Centered Marketing Firm business model.
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Boston, November 30, 2006 Hancock Timber Resource Group Acquires 200,000 Hectares Of New Zealand Timberland From Carter Holt Harvey The Hancock Timber Resource Group (HTRG) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of approximately 200,000 hectares (494,000 acres) of New Zealand timberland and forestry rights from Carter Holt Harvey, Limited.
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Halifax, November 29, 2006 Manulife Financial to SMU: This gift comes straight from our hearts Manulife Financial announced this morning a generous gift to Saint Mary’s University – one which will have far reaching benefits for Nova Scotians.
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Kuala Lumpur, November 29, 2006 HSBC Bank and Manulife launch HSBC’s InvestProtect Principal Protected Plan HSBC Bank Malaysia and Manulife Malaysia today launched the HSBC’s InvestProtect Principal Protected Plan, the Companies’ first 5–year single premium investment–linked principal protected plan that is linked to the Hang Seng Index.
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Tokyo, November 27, 2006 Manulife Japan announces its results for the first half of fiscal year 2006 Basic earnings, operating income and net earnings all achieve growth.
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Hong Kong, November 23, 2006 Manulife Charitable Foundation pledges renewed support for CUHK Psychological Counselling Service Manulife Charitable Foundation today renewed its sponsorship of The Chinese University of Hong Kong’s cancer–patient counselling service at its Cancer Patient Resource Centre, set up at the Prince of Wales Hospital in 2003.
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Toronto, November 20, 2006 Manulife Financial announces senior management changes Manulife Financial has announced the appointment of Paul Rooney as Senior Executive Vice President and General Manager, Canada, and Robert A. Cook as Senior Executive Vice President and General Manager, Asia.
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Boston, November 16, 2006 John Hancock Survey Finds Many Americans Affected by Caregiving for Aging Friends and Family Nearly two–thirds of respondents (or their spouses) who know family or friends in need of long term care are providing that care.
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Boston, November 15, 2006 John Hancock Greater China Opportunities Fund Surpasses $100 Million In Assets The John Hancock Greater China Opportunities Fund has surpassed $100 million in assets under management, Keith F. Hartstein, President and Chief Executive Officer of John Hancock Funds, said today.
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Kuala Lumpur, November 14, 2006 Manulife Offers RM30,000 To Inspire Athletes in the December Doha Asian Games Manulife Malaysia has once again stepped forward to inspire Malaysian athletes to produce world–class performances at the upcoming Asian Games in Doha with RM30,000 in cash incentives.
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Boston, November 14, 2006 John Hancock launches Lifecycle Portfolios, a new suite of asset allocation funds John Hancock Retirement Plan Services announced today that nine new asset allocation funds have been added to its investment lineup.
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Hong Kong, November 13, 2006 Manulife upgraded by Standard & Poor’s to top triple–A rating Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services have recently raised the financial–strength rating on Manulife Financial’s rated insurance subsidiaries to 'AAA' from 'AA+,' including that of Manulife (International) Limited (MIL) of Hong Kong.
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Kuala Lumpur, November 9, 2006 Manulife launches first of its kind Education Series Manulife Malaysia today announced the launch of its new Education Series, a comprehensive end–to–end process that will revolutionise the way education savings plans are sold.
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Kuala Lumpur, November 9, 2006 Manulife invites customers, agents and staff to “pin down” the Olympic spirit To promote and share the Olympic spirit in Asia and around the world, and also to create an opportunity for policyholders, agents and staff to unleash their creativity as to what the Olympic spirit means to them, Manulife has launched an Asia–wide Olympic Games Pin Design Contest under the theme “Bringing your dreams to life”.
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Boston, November 9, 2006 John Hancock Introduces new Partnership LTC Insurance Plans in New York John Hancock Life Insurance Company today introduced five new comprehensive long term care (LTC) insurance plans in New York.
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Tokyo, November 8, 2006 Manulife Japan’s S&P Rating Upgraded to 'AAA' Manulife Japan officially obtained an upgrade of its financial strength rating to 'AAA' from 'AA+' from Standard & Poor’s Rating Services (S&P) as of November 7, 2006.
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Tokyo, November 8, 2006 Manulife Japan Commences Nationwide Sales of an Innovative Investment–Type Annuity Insurance Product with a Step–Up Feature for Both Total Annuity and Death Benefit Manulife Japan, on November 13, 2006, will commence sales nationwide of an innovative investment–type annuity insurance product through branches of its partner financial institutions and the Company’s own network of professional Sales Representatives.
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Tokyo, November 8, 2006 Manulife Japan and Central Community Chest of Japan (CCC–J) Conduct Recovery Assistance Campaign to Support Citizen–Based Recovery Initiatives Manulife Japan and CCC–J are inviting residents of disaster–affected areas to send their proposals for ways to rebuild their own communities and economies.
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Waterloo, November 7, 2006 Manulife Bank survey suggests 70 per cent of Canadian homeowners are unaware of the real cost of their home purchase Less than one–third of Canadian homeowners in a national survey say they understand how much it costs for a mortgage when they buy a home, according to a Maritz Research telephone omnibus poll for Manulife Bank of Canada.
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Toronto, November 7, 2006 Manulife Financial’s subsidiaries upgraded to 'AAA' by Standard & Poor’s Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services today raised the financial strength ratings on Manulife Financial’s rated insurance subsidiaries to 'AAA' from 'AA+.'
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Boston, November 7, 2006 John Hancock’s S&P Rating Upgraded To 'AAA' John Hancock today announced that Standard & Poor’s Rating Services (S&P) has upgraded the financial strength rating of its insurance subsidiaries from 'AA+' to 'AAA'.
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Toronto, November 2, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation declares dividends Manulife Financial Corporation’s Board of Directors today declared a quarterly shareholders’ dividend of $0.20 per share on the common shares of the Company, an increase of $0.025 per share, payable on or after December 19, 2006 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 15, 2006.
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Toronto, November 2, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation reports record third quarter earnings of $975 million Manulife Financial Corporation today reported record shareholders' net income of $975 million for the third quarter of 2006, and earnings per share of $0.62.
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Waterloo, November 1, 2006 Manulife Bank launches F–Class Investment Savings Account Manulife Bank today announced the launch of their Investment Savings Account F–Class.
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Boston, November 1, 2006 John Hancock Research shows Financial Gifts for College Education Popular and Necessary Gifts of financial support for college education are popular among parents and grandparents, according to a national survey of 2,000 conducted by Synovate for John Hancock.
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Hong Kong, October 31, 2006 Manulife Website Wins Fourth Web Care Award Gold Prize Manulife (International) Limited has been presented with the Web Care Award Gold Prize by the Internet Professional Association (iProA) at the e–Inclusion Campaign 2006 Awards Presentation Ceremony.
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Canada, October 30, 2006 Manulife Financial Partners with Dalhousie Medical School to Expand MegaSearch™ to PEI Thanks to a partnership with Manulife Financial, Dalhousie Medical School is expanding its unique, award–winning health and science program, MegaSearch™, to every grade five classroom in Prince Edward Island.
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Hong Kong, October 27, 2006 Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments Manulife Financial has announced the promotion of one senior executive and the appointment of one senior executive in its Asian Division, while Manulife Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited (MAMHK), announced one senior executive promotion and one senior appointment.
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Toronto, October 26, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation to release third quarter financial results Manulife Financial Corporation will release its third quarter financial results on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at approximately 11:00 a.m. [ET], followed by a live webcast of the quarterly conference call with analysts beginning at 2:00 p.m. [ET].
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Boston, October 25, 2006 John Hancock Annuities Launches New Versions of Popular Principal Plus For Life Optional Rider John Hancock Annuities recently expanded its range of retirement income solutions by introducing two new versions of its popular Principal Plus For Life (PPFL) optional rider.
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Boston, October 23, 2006 John Hancock Introduces New Business Continuation Concept: Cross–Endorsement Buy–Sell Plans The Advanced Markets unit of John Hancock Life Insurance Company has released a new business continuation concept—the Cross–Endorsement Buy–Sell plan—which combines two well–known concepts, Split Dollar and Buy–Sell planning, to provide all the benefits of a cross–purchase plan, but allows each owner to own the life insurance policy (and its cash value) on his or her life.
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Boston, October 23, 2006 John Hancock Funds Wins Top STAR Award for Communications Excellence John Hancock Funds won seven awards, including “Best Overall Communications” in the mid–sized fund company category ($5 billion to $25 billion in assets), at the Mutual Fund Education Alliance (MFEA) 10th Anniversary STAR Awards celebration in Chicago on October 18.
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Hong Kong, October 13, 2006 Manulife urges customers to “Bring their dreams to life”! With only a few weeks to go to the submission cut–off date of October 31, Manulife (International) Limited reiterated its call for customers to enter its Asia–wide Olympic Games Pin Design Contest titled “Bringing Your Dreams To Life”.
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Waterloo, October 12, 2006 Manulife Investor Sentiment Index eases amid concerns about real estate, registered savings Canadians’ investment sentiment registered its first decrease in two years as real estate and registered savings plans both showed softness, according to a national poll for Manulife Financial, Canada’s leading insurance and wealth management company.
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London, October 11, 2006 Stephen Williams Joins MFC Global Investment Management As Senior Portfolio Manager For Global/EAFE Equities As part of an ongoing effort to strengthen its international equity investment capabilities, MFC Global Investment Management has appointed Stephen Williams as Senior Portfolio Manager for Global/EAFE (Europe, Australia, and Far East) equities.
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Shanghai, October 10, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem – China’s first foreign joint–venture life insurer – celebrates 10–year anniversary Manulife–Sinochem Life Insurance Co., Ltd. (Manulife–Sinochem) today held celebrations to mark its 10th year of successful operations as China’s first foreign joint–venture life insurance company.
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Tokyo, October 10, 2006 Junior Achievement of Japan Invites Applicants Who Wish to Participate in the “Manulife CAPS Contest ” Junior Achievement of Japan is inviting elementary school students nationwide to apply for the “Manulife CAPS Contest” to be held in November and December in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya.
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Boston, October 6, 2006 John Hancock Funds Web Site Excels in Annual Web Marketing Association Awards John Hancock Funds’ web site, www.jhfunds.com, was named the “Outstanding Web Site” in the mutual fund and financial services category for 2006 by the Web Marketing Association, an industry group, the company announced today.
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Boston, October 4, 2006 MFC Global Investment Management Targets Institutional Market in the U.S. MFC Global Investment Management (“MFC Global”) has re–branded its Boston–based investment management unit and has renewed its commitment to increase assets in the U.S. institutional marketplace.
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Toronto, October 3, 2006 Manulife Investments introduces new product category with first–ever Guaranteed Minimum Withdrawal Benefit product in Canada Manulife Investments is launching a first–of–its–kind financial product into the Canadian marketplace.
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Boston, October 3, 2006 John Hancock Life Insurance Company Introduces Ground–Breaking Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI) Policy With Industry–First Benefits John Hancock Life Insurance company today introduced a new LTCI policy with industry–first benefits geared to the needs and budgets of Baby Boomers.
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Toronto, October 2, 2006 Manulife Investments to Launch First–Of–Its–Kind Retirement Financial Product, Creating New Product Category in Canada Manulife Investments is creating a new product category for retirement planning as it launches a first–of–its–kind financial product into the Canadian marketplace.
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Boston, October 2, 2006 John Hancock Launches New Current Assumption Survivorship Universal Life Insurance Policy John Hancock has launched its latest survivorship universal life insurance product, a current assumption policy called Performance SUL.
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Hong Kong, September 29, 2006 Manulife encourages customers to make old–age dreams come true In a bid to highlight the importance of early retirement planning, Manulife (International) Limited recently ran a lucky draw titled “Early Retirement Dream Lucky Draw” for its customers, giving out prizes valued over $500,000 to 50 lucky winners.
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Beijing, September 29, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem announces long–term partnership with Olympic Taekwondo Gold Medalist, Luo Wei Manulife–Sinochem today announced Olympic Taekwondo Champion, Luo Wei, as the newest member of Team Manulife, a group of talented Olympic athletes who function as Manulife ambassadors.
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Boston, September 29, 2006 John Hancock launches Multi–Million Dollar Campaign reflecting evolution of its Brand John Hancock Financial Services today announced a major multi–million dollar campaign that illustrates the evolution of the John Hancock brand following the successful completion of its merger with Manulife Financial.
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Manila, September 27, 2006 Manulife launches all–in–one savings program for children Offering solutions to the Filipino family’s expanding savings and protection needs, Manulife Financial recently launched “New Minds,” an all–in–one savings program for children.
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Boston, September 27, 2006 John Hancock Establishes Financial Services Office in San Diego John Hancock Financial Network announced today that it is establishing an agency in San Diego that will offer retirement plans, estate conservation, financial planning for small businesses, executives, individuals and families, and long term care insurance for individuals and groups.
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Toronto, September 27, 2006 Dividend Growth Deposit Notes, Series 2 available from CIBC and Manulife Investments Canadian investors can benefit from a new principal protected investment that generates potential returns based on the performance of two mutual funds – one specializing in dividend–paying companies, the other specializing in growth–oriented companies.
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Waterloo, September 27, 2006 Manulife to donate $250,000 to support doctor recruitment in Waterloo Region Manulife Financial will make a significant commitment to physician recruitment for Waterloo Region by donating $250,000 during the next five years to support efforts spearheaded by the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Health Care Recruitment Council.
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Boston, September 21, 2006 John Hancock Retirement Plan Services study reveals common concerns for 401(k) plan participants In a study commissioned by John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (JHRPS), a majority of 401(k) plan participants, 69 percent, said they feel they lack investment knowledge and 67 percent said their concern about market volatility is a barrier.
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Waterloo, September 21, 2006 Manulife Financial introduces a new U.S. group benefits solution to Canadian clients Manulife Financial has obtained exclusive rights to introduce ClearSource™to Manulife’s Canadian Group Benefits plan sponsors.
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Boston, September 20, 2006 MFC Global names Warren A. Thomson, Executive Vice President, Global Investment Management Warren A. Thomson has been named Executive Vice President for Global Investment Management.
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Toronto, September 14, 2006 New studies show older Canadian boomers need to tackle their retirement homework With everyone else heading back to school, it may be time for boomers to crack open their books for some serious retirement planning.
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Medan, September 13, 2006 Manulife Indonesia hosts customer appreciation gathering in Medan PT Asuransi Jiwa Manulife Indonesia Medan Branch today hosted a “Customer Appreciation Gathering” in Medan to thank customers for their long–term loyalty to Manulife Indonesia.
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Boston, September 13, 2006 Jim Brockelman Appointed Executive Vice President of National Sales for John Hancock Retirement Plan Services Jim Brockelman has been appointed Executive Vice President of National Sales for John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (JHRPS) (formerly Manulife U. S. Group Pensions).
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Waterloo, September 13, 2006 Manulife Bank to open Halifax office with plans to hire 150 staff through the next five years Manulife Bank will expand its Canadian banking operations to Halifax effective January 1, 2007, with long–term plans to employ 150 people there during the next five years.
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Banda Aceh, September 12, 2006 Manulife Indonesia announces major sales and marketing thrust of unit–linked products in Banda Aceh Manulife Indonesia Banda Aceh Branch announced today its plans to launch a strong sales drive of its unit–linked product portfolio, citing market potential in Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam as the reason for the thrust.
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Toronto, September 11, 2006 Manulife Financial Chief Investment Officer to present at Scotia Capital’s Financials Summit Donald Guloien, Manulife Financial’s Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer, will present at Scotia Capital’s Financials Summit in Toronto on Wednesday, September 13, 2006.
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Wuxi, September 8, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem’s 17th city license opens the door for business in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province Manulife–Sinochem today marked the start of business in the city of Wuxi– site of the company’s second city in Jiangsu province and 17th across China.
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Tokyo, September 7, 2006 Manulife Financial’s Asia Investor Conference schedule On September 12, 2006, Manulife Financial will host an Investor Conference in Tokyo, Japan for the institutional investment community.
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Toronto, September 7, 2006 Manulife Financial Selects RBC Dexia Investor Services as Fund Administrator for its Cdn$26billion Portfolio Manulife Financial Corporation today announced that its Individual Wealth Management and Group Savings and Retirement Solutions businesses have selected RBC Dexia Investor Services to provide Fund Administration services for their Cdn$26 billion portfolio of funds in Canada.
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Boston, September 5, 2006 John Hancock Financial Network recognizes St. Onge and his Winning Contribution to LIFE Foundation’s RealLIFE Stories Campaign During Life Insurance Awareness Month As part of its annual client service award “realLIFE stories” campaign, the Life and Health Insurance Foundation for Education (LIFE) recognized a financial professional affiliated with John Hancock Financial Network (JHFN) who submitted his story of a real client and how life insurance made a real difference in her life during a time of great financial need.
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Tokyo, August 31, 2006 Manulife Financial’s Asia Investor Conference to be broadcast live via webcast On September 12, 2006, Manulife Financial will host an Investor Conference in Tokyo, Japan for the institutional investment community.
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Manila, August 31, 2006 Manulife Financial completes acquisition of Pramerica Life Manulife Financial has completed its purchase of The Pramerica Life Insurance Company, Inc. in the Philippines from Prudential International Insurance Holdings, Ltd., first announced on May 15, 2006.
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Boston, August 31, 2006 Sovereign Asset Management Hires Analyst for Equity Team Sovereign Asset Management LLC , an MFC Global company, announced that Christopher H. Arbuthnot, CFA, has joined its equity team as an analyst.
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Boston, August 29, 2006 John Hancock launches Back–to–School Campaign to jump start 529 Plan Sales Season John Hancock College Savings is launching a 7–week back–to–school campaign to jump start the 529 sales season, providing information and tools to help financial consultants talk to customers and prospects about using 529 plans to save for education.
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Toronto, August 28, 2006 Manulife Mutual Funds adds three global mandates to its lineup Manulife Mutual Funds, a division of Elliott & Page Limited, announced a number of enhancements, including the addition of three new global mandates to its lineup of funds.
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Hong Kong, August 24, 2006 Olympic hopefuls inspire kids at Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities Some 50 children attending a three–day summer camp organised by the Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University were delighted to be able to participate in an invaluable sports encounter today with three would–be Olympic Games contenders.
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Boston, August 24, 2006 John Hancock simplifies Life Insurance Application Process for Producers John Hancock has enhanced its JH Illustrator software system and made it even easier for producers to obtain, complete and produce a John Hancock application for life insurance for their clients.
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Shanghai, August 21, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem gets the nod from CIRC to operate in Wenzhou: fifth city license in Zhejiang Province Manulife–Sinochem has received approval from the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) to open in Wenzhou, its fifth city in Zhejiang Province.
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Chengdu, August 16, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem commences business in Western China: Sichuan Province Manulife–Sinochem today officiated the start of business in the province of Sichuan with its office opening in the Provincial capital of Chengdu.
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Boston, August 16, 2006 Erik Sussman joins John Hancock Financial Network (JHFN) as Managing Partner of Miami Office Erik Sussman, CFP®, a leading financial services industry field manager with nearly 12 years of experience, has been named managing partner of John Hancock Financial Network’s Miami Office.
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Boston, August 15, 2006 Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI) leader John Hancock introduces LTCI in Puerto Rico Long term care insurance (LTCI) leader John Hancock today introduced its long term care insurance in Puerto Rico.
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Ho Chi Minh City, August 14, 2006 Manulife Vietnam receives prestigious accolades for its significant contribution to improving education for Vietnamese children Manulife Vietnam was awarded today by the Vietnam Association for Education Development and the Vietnam Association of Psychological – Educational Science for its significant contribution over the years to improving educational development for the younger generation in Vietnam.
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Boston, August 14, 2006 John Hancock Lifestyle Portfolios Produce Better Results for 401(k) Plan Participants Participants in John Hancock 401(k) plans who invested only in a target–risk Lifestyle Portfolio from 2001 to 2005 fared better than John Hancock plan participants who chose their own asset allocations, according to a study conducted by Burgess + Associates for John Hancock USA.
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Hong Kong, August 11, 2006 Manulife invites customers to “pin down” the Olympic spirit To help promote and share the Olympic spirit in Asia and around the world, and also to create an opportunity for customers to unleash their creativity as to what the Olympic spirit means to them, Manulife has launched an Asia–wide Olympic Games Pin Design Contest under the theme “Bringing your dreams to life”.
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Boston, August 10, 2006 John Hancock Retirement Plan Services passes 1,600 plans with Roth 401(k) feature John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (JHRPS) announced today that more than 1,600 401(k) plans have added the Roth contribution feature.
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Yogyakarta, August 9, 2006 Manulife Indonesia begins reconstruction of damaged school in Bantul, Yogyakarta Manulife Indonesia, through its MANULIFE CARE Foundation, today commenced reconstruction of SDN Winongo Manulife, a primary school that suffered major damage in the devastating May 27th earthquake.
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Boston, August 9, 2006 John Hancock Launches Enhanced Dollar Cost Averaging Program for Venture Annuity John Hancock has launched an Enhanced Dollar Cost Averaging (EDCA) program for its Venture Variable Annuity.
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Tokyo, August 7, 2006 Manulife Japan to Commence Sales of “Prosperity Increasing Term Life Insurance” Manulife Japan will commence sales nationwide on August 7, 2006, of “Prosperity Increasing Term Life Insurance” through its PlanRight Advisors sales network.
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Toronto, August 3, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation declares dividends Manulife Financial Corporation’s Board of Directors today declared a quarterly shareholders’ dividend of $0.175 per share on the common shares of the Company, payable on or after September 19, 2006 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 16, 2006.
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Boston, August 3, 2006 John Hancock introduces new module on the use of Life Insurance in Charitable Lead Trusts The Advanced Markets unit of John Hancock Life Insurance Company has introduced a JH Solutions module on the use of life insurance in Charitable Lead Trusts (CLT).
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Toronto, August 3, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation reports record second quarter earnings of $960 million Manulife Financial Corporation today reported shareholders' net income of $960 million for the second quarter of 2006, an increase of 14 per cent from one year ago.
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Hong Kong, August 2, 2006 Sang Lan’s Hong Kong Visits Sure to Inspire One of China’s contemporary heroines, former gymnast Sang Lan, will visit Hong Kong in August, and again in January 2007, to provide Manulife agents and customers with first–hand accounts of her battle to overcome what appeared to be insurmountable adversity.
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Boston, August 2, 2006 John Hancock Adds Lifestyle Funds to John Hancock Freedom 529 Investment Line–up John Hancock today enhanced its 529 college savings plan, expanding its investment options to include three new Lifestyle 529 portfolios, which offer varying levels of risk and reward potential based on investors’ goals and risk tolerance.
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Boston, July 31, 2006 John Hancock launches current assumption Universal Life Insurance Policy John Hancock today launched its latest universal life insurance product, a current assumption policy called Performance UL.
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Hong Kong, July 28, 2006 Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments Manulife Financial has announced the promotion of a senior executive and the appointment of two senior executives in its Asian Division, while Manulife (International) Limited (MIL) has announced the promotion of one senior executive.
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Toronto, July 27, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation to release second quarter financial results Manulife Financial Corporation will release its second quarter financial results on Thursday, August 3, 2006 at approximately 11:00 a.m. [ET], followed by a live webcast of the quarterly conference call with analysts beginning at 2:00 p.m. [ET].
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Boston, July 25, 2006 Peter Gordon Named President of John Hancock Financial Network Peter Gordon has been named President of John Hancock Financial Network, the career agency distribution system of John Hancock Life Insurance Company, effective September 1.
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Surabaya, July 11, 2006 Manulife Indonesia launches two new products – Max Link & ProSiswa Platinum Manulife Indonesia today launched two new products, MaxLink (a financial planning program that enables Investors to enjoy the benefits of long–term investing in equity markets as well as an insurance package bonus) and ProSiswa Platinum (an insurance program designed to build a child’s education fund).
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Boston, July 10, 2006 John Hancock Launches Classic Value Fund II John Hancock today announced the launch of the John Hancock Classic Value Fund II.
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Waterloo, July 6, 2006 Manulife Investor Sentiment Index hits new five–year high Canadians’ investment sentiment registered its largest increase in a year to reach a new five–year high in June, according to a national poll for Manulife Financial, Canada’s leading insurance and wealth management company.
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Tokyo, July 6, 2006 Summer Vacation Seminar in Decision–Making for Elementary School Students This summer, Junior Achievement of Japan, with the support of Manulife Life Insurance Company, will hold decision–making seminars for elementary school students in contest rounds, utilizing its own educational program “CAPS,” which is currently used in schools in Japan.
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Waterloo, July 5, 2006 Manulife Financial to administer group retirement savings plans for Rogers Communications Inc. employees Manulife Financial is proud to welcome Rogers Communications Inc. to its family of Group Savings and Retirement Solutions (GSRS) clients.
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Boston, June 30, 2006 Sovereign Asset Management Names John Litzow Head of Institutional Investments and Services Sovereign Asset Management LLC, an MFC Global company, announced that it has named Senior Vice President John T. Litzow to head institutional investments and services.
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Boston, June 29, 2006 Decade Later, John Hancock Survey Finds Alarming Contradictions about Understanding, Needing and Planning for Long Term Care (LTC) Despite the backdrop of an aging U.S. population with increasing longevity, and spiraling long term care (LTC) costs, Americans are less worried today than they were roughly a decade ago about needing and paying for LTC, according to a new survey of 1,000 people ages 21 to 75.
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Bandung, June 28, 2006 Manulife Indonesia Bandung Branch hosts client gathering Manulife Indonesia, Bandung Branch, today hosted a “Corporate Client Gathering” in Bandung as appreciation and recognition of the good cooperation established with its clients and to share information about its commitment to ongoing superior service.
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Waterloo, June 28, 2006 Manulife to distribute an estimated $208 million to participating Canadian policyholders The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (Manulife) announced today it will distribute an estimated $208 million to participating Canadian policyholders.
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Toronto, June 28, 2006 Manulife Mutual Funds to cap four funds Manulife Mutual Funds (a division of Elliott & Page Limited) announced plans today to cap the two retail series (Advisor and F series) of MIX International Growth Class, MIX F.I. International Portfolio Class, MIX U.S. Large Cap Core Class and MIX F.I. Growth America Class.
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Hong Kong, June 23, 2006 Manulife sweeps Top Service Award For the seventh time, Manulife Financial has won Next Magazine’s “Top Service Award” in the “Insurance Company” category.
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Tokyo, June 23, 2006 Manulife Life Insurance Company Announces Appointment of New Vice President Manulife Japan announced that Mr. Hitoshi Morita was appointed Vice President & Corporate Officer, Strategic Planning, effective June 1, 2006.
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Hong Kong, June 22, 2006 Top Fund Raiser Manulife Reaps Sweet Success Manulife Financial has been presented two recognition awards – the “Challenge Cup – Overall Top Fund Raiser” and the “Top Fund Raiser of the Hong Kong and Kowloon Walk” – by the Community Chest of Hong Kong for the Walks for Millions 2005/06 event.
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Toronto, June 21, 2006 Jean–Francois Milette joins Investment SalesTeam of MFC Global Investment Management Jean–Francois Milette has been named Assistant Vice President, Investment Sales, for MFC Global Investment Management, Keith Walter, Senior Vice President, said today.
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Shandong, June 20, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem receives licensing approval in Shandong Province Manulife–Sinochem has received approval from the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) to operate in the province of Shandong with a branch in the provincial capital of Jinan planned to open as early as the fourth quarter of this year.
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Boston, June 19, 2006 John Hancock Expands Mutual Fund Family with Launch of Funds Sub–Advised by GMO John Hancock Financial Services, Inc. said today that its mutual funds unit has added seven mutual funds sub–advised by GMO.
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Tokyo, June 19, 2006 Manulife Japan welcomes Dr. Ted McNeill of Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children Manulife Japan recently invited social work and child life specialist Dr. Ted McNeill of the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada, to give two special lectures as part of its effort to actively contribute to local communities and to support efforts to improve the recovery environment for children at pediatric care facilities in Japan.
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Boston, June 12, 2006 John Hancock Retirement Plan Services launches communication campaign – Fiduciary Standards Warranty extends to Financial Representatives Today, John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (JHRPS) launched a communication campaign to advise financial representatives that the John Hancock Fiduciary Standards Warranty protects them too.
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Boston, June 12, 2006 John Hancock Funds Launches Newly Redesigned, Content–rich Web Site John Hancock Funds today launched its newly redesigned web site, www.jhfunds.com.
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Toronto, June 9, 2006 Manulife Financial’s Investor Day to be Webcast live Manulife Financial will present a Webcast of its Investor Day meeting on June 13, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Hong Kong, June 6, 2006 Torrential rains no deterrent to Manulife blood drive:Some 550 donors turn up in a single day On June 2, 2006, Manulife (International) Limited (MIL) again organized a corporate blood drive to support the Hong Kong Red Cross Transfusion Service’s call for blood donations.
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Toronto, June 6, 2006 New Dividend Growth Deposit Notes available from CIBC and Manulife Investments Canadian investors can benefit from a new principal protected investment that generates potential returns based on the performance of two mutual funds – one specializing in dividend-paying companies, the other specializing in growth–oriented companies.
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Boston, June 6, 2006 John Hancock Funds’ Signature Services Unit Named “Best–in–Class” by National Quality Review John Hancock Signature Services, Inc. (JHSS), the transfer and shareholder services agent for the John Hancock Funds, was awarded “Best–in–Class” honors for telephone customer service in the fourth quarter of 2005 and the first quarter of 2006 by National Quality Review (NQR).
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Boston, June 6, 2006 John Hancock USA to distribute $412 million to participating U.S. Policyholders John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)said today that it will distribute an estimated $412 million to participating U.S. policyholders from July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007.
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London, June 6, 2006 Thierry Mérand joins Credit Research Team of MFC Global Investment Management London Thierry Mérand has joined the European Credit Research team of MFC Global Investment Management, Steve Tyson, chief investment officer of MFC Global’s London office said today.
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Boston, June 5, 2006 John Hancock Funds’ Signature Services Unit Named Winner of 2006 Fund Operations Award by Source Media John Hancock Signature Services, Inc. the transfer and shareholder services agent for the John Hancock Funds, has won the 2006 Source Media Fund Operations Award in the category of Efficiencies/Streamlining.
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Waterloo, June 4, 2006 Manulife Bike and Hike for Heart surpasses goal as riders, walkers raise $200,000 for cardiac care in Waterloo Region More than 1,350 cyclists, walkers and volunteers took part in the 14th annual Manulife Bike and Hike for Heart today as organizers continue to tally donations to fight one of Canada’s number one killers – heart disease.
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Hong Kong, June 1, 2006 Olympic Mascot Gifts a Hit with Kids on International Children’s Day As Michael Huddart, Manulife (International) Limited’s (MIL) Executive Vice President and General Manager for Hong Kong, handed out Olympic mascot plush toys to some 60 children from the Heep Hong Society’s Wan Tsui Centre on International Children’s Day, their beaming faces said it all: operation Olympic Smiles was a gold–medal–winning success.
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Waterloo, June 1, 2006 Manulife Bike and Hike for Heart ready to raise $180,000 for St. Mary’s Hospital Regional Cardiac Care Centre About 1,300 cyclists and walkers are set to “get pumped” to give a boost to Kitchener–Waterloo’s heart health this weekend as they try to raise $180,000 for St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre.
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Boston, June 1, 2006 John Hancock Funds Names Thomas Kinzler VP and Counsel John Hancock Funds announced that Thomas Kinzler has joined as Vice President and Counsel, effective May 22.
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Boston, May 31, 2006 John Hancock Long Term Care launches FamilyCare marketing campaign on fourth anniversary of Long Term Care Insurance benefit On the fourth anniversary of its revolutionary FamilyCare long term care insurance (LTCI) coverage, John Hancock Long Term Care Insurance is launching a marketing campaign to call attention to what the division calls its “best–kept secret.”
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Indonesia, May 30, 2006 Manulife Indonesia posts IDR 514 Billion in Premium Income as of April 2006 Manulife Indonesia today announced that it has posted IDR 514 billion in premium income as at April 2006.
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Waterloo, May 29, 2006 Manulife launches new policy information tool Manulife Financial, Individual Insurance will make it easier for advisors across Canada to look up their clients’ policy information with a new tool called InfoDirect.
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Tokyo, May 29, 2006 Announcement of Fiscal Year 2005 Results (Draft) Manulife Japan hereby announces its full–year results for fiscal year 2005 (draft).
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Ho Chi Minh City, May 26, 2006 Manulife Vietnam demonstrates its long–term commitment to support Operation Smile to bring smiles to disadvantaged children Manulife Vietnam has proudly donated USD 15,000 to support Operation Smile’s international mission in Ninh Thuan province.
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Kuala Lumpur, May 25, 2006 HSBC expands investment linked range to meet customers’ needs HSBC today announced the launch of HSBC’s FlexiLife GOLD, a single premium investment–linked plan that was jointly developed by HSBC Bank and Manulife Insurance (Malaysia) Berhad.
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Hong Kong, May 18, 2006 Manulife Voted Yahoo!’s Top Brand for Third Year in a Row For the third year running, Manulife Financial has scooped the prestigious Yahoo! Emotive Brand Award in the insurance category.
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Waterloo, May 18, 2006 Manulife launches investment and communications services to help pension plan sponsors fulfill governance responsibilities Manulife Financial is launching two new services for Capital Accumulation Plans (CAP) as part of its continuing commitment to ease plan management for plan sponsors and engage plan members to prepare for their own retirement.
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Boston, May 18, 2006 Catalina Camoscio joins John Hancock Financial Network as VP Training and Education Delivery M. Catalina Camoscio has joined John Hancock Financial Network as vice president of Training and Education Delivery.
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Manila, May 15, 2006 Manulife agrees to purchase The Pramerica Life Insurance Company, Inc. Manulife Financial has entered into an agreement to acquire The Pramerica Life Insurance Company, Inc. (“Pramerica Life”) in the Philippines from Pramerica Financial subject to regulatory approval.
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Boston, May 15, 2006 John Hancock Financial Network Launches Newly Redesigned Website John Hancock Financial Network recently launched its newly redesigned, content–rich website for customers and potential recruits at www.jhnetwork.com.
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Hong Kong, May 12, 2006 Manulife–Funded Athletes for Olympics Bid Named Manulife Financial and the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong today jointly announced the 10 awardees of the Manulife Hong Kong Sports Scholarship Programme.
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Tokyo, May 12, 2006 Manulife Japan commences sales of the Investment–Type Annuity Insurance Product “Two Surprises” through Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank Manulife Japan announced that the Company will commence sales of its Investment–Type Annuity Insurance Product “Two Surprises” through Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank, Ltd. under a sales partnership established between the two companies.
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Toronto, May 11, 2006 Manulife CEO to sell shares to diversify holdings Manulife Financial announced today that Dominic D’Alessandro, President and Chief Executive Officer, plans to exercise stock options and to sell in the open market up to 500,000 common shares of the Company (calculated without giving effect to the recently–announced split of the Company’s common shares by way of stock dividend).
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Boston, May 11, 2006 Joe Mahoney Joins John Hancock Financial Network as Managing Partner of Dallas Office Joe Mahoney, CLU, ChFC, a leading financial services industry field manager with nearly 30 years of experience, has been named managing partner of John Hancock Financial Network’s Dallas Office.
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Shenzhen, May 10, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem opens for business in Shenzhen Manulife–Sinochem today opens for business in the city of Shenzhen, Guangdong province.
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Singapore, May 5, 2006 Manulife appoints President and CEO for Singapore operation Manulife Financial has announced the appointment of Darren Thomson as President and Chief Executive Officer of Manulife (Singapore) Pte Ltd.
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Boston, May 5, 2006 John Hancock Names Industry Leader Hugh McHaffie Senior Vice President, Variable Annuities Industry leader Hugh McHaffie has joined Manulife Financial as Senior Vice President, John Hancock Variable Annuities, announced Jim Boyle, President, John Hancock Wealth Management.
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Toronto, May 4, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation reports record first quarter earnings of $956 million Manulife Financial Corporation today reported record shareholders' net income of $956 million for the first quarter of 2006, an increase of 19 per cent from one year ago.
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Toronto, May 4, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation announces stock split by way of stock dividend Manulife Financial today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a stock dividend, which has the same effect as a two–for–one split of its common shares.
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Toronto, May 3, 2006 Manulife Financial’s 2005 Public Accountability Statement now available on-line Manulife Financial Corporation’s 2005 Public Accountability Statement, detailing the Company’s philanthropic and sustainability efforts, is now available for download at www.manulife.com.
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Kuala Lumpur, May 2, 2006 Manulife Malaysia appoints new President, CEO and Managing Director Manulife Malaysia has announced the appointment of Peter Robertson as its new President, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.
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Boston, May 1, 2006 John Hancock Retirement Plan Services to sponsor First 400 registrants for a free Advisor HealthCheck John Hancock Retirement Plan Services is partnering with international consulting firm Business Health to offer through the Center for Due Diligence a free comprehensive diagnostic analysis of the retirement plan professional’s business for the first 400 financial advisors who register at www.401kduediligence.com/CFDDconference2006.asp.
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Boston, May 1, 2006 John Hancock introduces new lapse protection survivorship universal life insurance policy John Hancock has introduced a new survivorship universal life insurance policy, Protection SUL–G.
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Hong Kong, April 27, 2006 Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments Manulife Financial has announced the appointment of one senior executive in its Asian Division, while Manulife (International) Limited (MIL) and Manulife Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited (MAMHK), have announced three senior executive appointments.
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Boston, April 27, 2006 Cliff Dugan Joins John Hancock Financial Network as Managing Partner of St. Louis Agency Clifford L. Dugan Jr., a leading industry veteran with nearly 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, has been named managing partner of John Hancock Financial Network’s St. Louis agency.
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Toronto, April 27, 2006 Manulife Financial’s Annual Meeting and First Quarter 2006 Financial Results Conference Call available through live webcast On Thursday, May 4, 2006, Manulife Financial will webcast its joint Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Manulife Financial Corporation and Annual Meeting of Policyholders and Shareholder of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company. Later that day, the Company will webcast its First Quarter 2006 Financial Results Conference Call.
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Hong Kong, April 26, 2006 Manulife’s Superior Brand Wins Dual Recognition Manulife (International) Limited (MIL) has received two important accolades – the Reader’s Digest “Trusted Brands 2006 Gold Award (Insurance Company Category)” and East Week’s “Quality Living Award Hong Kong 2006 (Insurance Category).”
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Banda Aceh, April 18, 2006 Manulife disburses aid to its schools (SDN 25 & 28 Manulife) in Banda Aceh Manulife Indonesia’s President Director David Beynon is in Banda Aceh today to disburse aid packages to the Manulife schools in the community – SDN 25 Manulife in Lamprit and SDN 28 Manulife in Keuramat Village, Kuta Alam Subdistrict, Banda Aceh.
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Waterloo, April 18, 2006 Manulife Financial donates $500,000 to Kitchener–Waterloo hospitals Manulife Financial strengthened its commitment to Waterloo Region healthcare today with an announcement of $500,000 in donations for two hospitals in Kitchener–Waterloo.
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Boston, April 18, 2006 John Hancock Freedom 529 Tops $1.5 Billion in Assets John Hancock today announced that assets of its John Hancock Freedom 529 college savings plan have topped $1.5 billion.
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Waterloo, April 11, 2006 Manulife Financial launches online Annual Information Return tool for Canadian group pension clients Manulife Financial is launching a new online Annual Information Return Summary Report for group pension clients across Canada, as part of its industry–leading governance program.
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Boston, April 11, 2006 John Hancock Financial Network Bestows Historic Honor on California Wealth Management Firm John Hancock Financial Network recently recognized Signature Resources, a premier wealth management organization based in Orange County, CA with its highest honor, the Trophy Award, for an unprecedented 7th time.
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Shaoxing, April 7, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem opens for business in third city in Zhejiang Province: Shaoxing Manulife–Sinochem today opened its doors to business in the city of Shaoxing.
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Waterloo, April 5, 2006 Manulife Investor Sentiment Index finds Canadians’ confidence steady, at highest since 2001 Canadians’ investment sentiment held steady for the third straight quarter in March, at its highest point in almost five years, according to a national poll for Manulife Financial, Canada’s leading insurance and wealth management company.
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Hong Kong, April 4, 2006 Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments Manulife Financial has announced the appointment of one senior executive in its Asian Division, while Manulife (International) Limited (MIL), a member of the Manulife Financial group, has announced the promotion of three executives and one senior agency executive.
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Hong Kong, April 4, 2006 Manulife’s top–fund quartet wins six awards Three of the top–performing funds for Manulife’s wealth–management operation have whisked off five industry awards this year.
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Waterloo, April 4, 2006 Manulife Financial Tax and Estate Planning Group update book on tax and estate planning Canada’s key financial advisors can turn to an updated single reference tool for comprehensive information on how taxation of life insurance can affect personal and business financial planning.
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Boston, March 31, 2006 John Hancock Group Long Term Care Insurance reports strong results for 2005 John Hancock Group Long Term Care (GLTC) reported that record sales and unprecedented growth of its existing book–of–business made 2005 a very strong year, helping the company recapture the role of leading group carrier in the market for new sales premium (including new sales and reenrollment), with 28 percent market share, according to LIMRA’s 2005 U.S. Employer–Sponsored Group Long Term Care Insurance Sales report.
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Toronto, March 28, 2006 Manulife Financial completes medium term note offering Manulife Financial has successfully completed its previously announced offering of $350 million principal amount of senior indebtedness medium term notes pursuant to its medium term note program.
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Toronto, March 28, 2006 John Hancock Executive Vice President, Distribution to present at UBS Asset Gathering Conference Robert T. Cassato, Executive Vice President, Distribution, John Hancock Financial Services Inc. and President of Wood Logan, will present at the UBS Asset Gathering Conference in Boston on Thursday, March 30, 2006.
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Toronto, March 27, 2006 Manulife Financial Chief Financial Officer to present at National Bank Financial Conference Peter Rubenovitch, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Manulife Financial Corporation, will present at National Bank Financial’s Canadian Financial Services Conference in Montreal on Wednesday, March 29, 2006.
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Jakarta, March 24, 2006 Manulife Indonesia launches two new products –ProOptima & Prime Protection Manulife Indonesia today launched two new products, ProOptima (an insurance program designed specifically to help protect for the future) and Prime Protection (a single–premium endowment financial planning product).
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Toronto, March 23, 2006 Manulife Financial to issue medium term notes Manulife Financial intends to issue up to $350 million principal amount of medium term notes constituting senior indebtedness pursuant to its medium term note program.
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Toronto, March 22, 2006 Manulife Financial Proxy Circular and Annual Report available online Manulife Financial Corporation’s combined Proxy Circular and 2005 Annual Report is being mailed to shareholders and is now available for download at www.manulife.com.
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Guangdong, March 21, 2006 14th city license approved for Manulife-Sinochem in China Manulife–Sinochem has received approval from the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) to open a Sales Office in the city of Jiangmen.
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Boston, March 20, 2006 John Hancock Launches New Sales Tool Kit on Executive Bonus Plans, Restricted Endorsement Bonus Arrangements John Hancock’s Advanced Markets group has launched a new virtual sales tool kit on Executive Bonus Plans and Restricted Bonus Arrangements (REBAs) to help financial advisors and their clients understand the benefits of these plans and how they work.
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Toronto, March 16, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation launches Dividend Reinvestment and Direct Share Purchase Plans Manulife Financial Corporation common shareholders in North America can now enroll in either the Canadian Dividend Reinvestment and Share Purchase Plan (“DRIP”) or the Direct Share Purchase Program for U.S. Shareholders (“DSPP”).
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Boston, March 13, 2006 John Hancock Funds Completes Build-out of Sales Team John Hancock Funds today announced that it has completed a reorganization and expansion of its sales team.
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Tokyo, March 13, 2006 Manulife Life Insurance Company announces appointment of new Directors Manulife Japan elects new directors.
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Shanghai, March 9, 2006 China’s first foreign joint–venture life insurer kicks–off 10th year anniversary celebrations Manulife–Sinochem began celebrations today marking its 10th year of successful operations as China’s first foreign joint–venture life insurance company.
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Boston, March 7, 2006 John Hancock Financial Network Launches Client Centered Marketing Firm Business Model John Hancock Financial Network (JHFN) has launched its proprietary Client Centered Marketing Firm (CCMF) business model to evolve its agencies from traditional sales organizations to needs–based, client–centered marketing organizations.
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Boston, March 6, 2006 Hancock Enhances Flagship Variable Annuity Optional Withdrawal Benefit John Hancock has improved its flagship optional withdrawal benefit, the Principal Plus For Life (PPFL) rider,available on the company’s Venture Variable Annuities, effective February 13 in most states.
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Hong Kong, March 2, 2006 Manulife Promotes Senior Team in Asia Manulife Financial has announced the promotion of three senior executives in its Asia and Japan Division.
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Boston, March 2, 2006 John Hancock 2005 Bank Variable Annuity sales hit record $1.0b – up 106% over 2004 John Hancock’s 2005 variable annuity sales through banks hit an all–time record of $1.0 billion, an 106% increase over 2004, that made John Hancock the 4th largest seller of variable annuities through banks in the industry, from 10th in 2004, according to VARDS.
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Hong Kong, March 1, 2006 Manulife joins hands with the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong to launch Sports Scholarship Programme Manulife has launched a HK$2–million sports scholarship program aiming to assist Hong Kong elite athletes to better prepare and strive for their best in the coming Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.
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Zhejiang, February 28, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem receives 13th city license in China Manulife–Sinochem has received approval from the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) to open a Sales Office in the city of Jiaxing.
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Boston, February 28, 2006 John Hancock Funds Launches International Classic Value Fund John Hancock Funds today announced the launch of the John Hancock International Classic Value Fund.
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Tokyo, February 28, 2006 Manulife Japan commences Sales of “Matta nashi” through Resona Bank and Saitama Resona Bank Manulife Japan has announced that the Company will commence sales nationwide of a new investment–type annuity product, “Matta nashi,” through Resona Bank and Saitama Resona Bank.
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Jakarta, February 23, 2006 Manulife Indonesia’s Employee Benefits Business Grew Significantly in 2005 In 2005, Manulife Indonesia’s employee benefits’ programs consisting of the DPLK Retirement Program, Group Savings (severance & other employee benefits programs), and Group Life & Health (GLH) achieved impressive growth.
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Hong Kong, February 21, 2006 Manulife Announces the Launch of China–concept Fund for MPF Members Manulife is delighted to announce the launch of an eagerly anticipated China–concept fund for MPF members with its underlying investments sub–managed by the multiple award–winning firm, Value Partners Limited (VPL).
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Boston, February 21, 2006 John Hancock earns favorable Quality Evaluation from Standard & Poor’s for its Investment Processes and Options for third consecutive year John Hancock USA has earned a favorable Quality Evaluation for the third year in a row from Standard & Poor’s (S&P).
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Boston, February 14, 2006 John Hancock launches new universal life insurance policy John Hancock has introduced a new universal life policy, called Accumulation UL, for high net worth individuals and business owners who are looking for strong cash value–oriented life insurance.
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Hong Kong, February 13, 2006 Manulife’s Unfailing Commitment to Community Earns Caring Company Title For the fourth year in a row, Manulife (International) Limited has been selected for the Caring Company award by the Hong Kong Council of Social Services (HKCSS).
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Tokyo, February 10, 2006 Manulife Japan Commences Sales of “Manulife Investment-Type Annuity (Annuity Amount 5–Year Step Up Type)” Manulife Japan has announced that the Company will commence sales nationwide of a new product, “Manulife Investment–Type Annuity (Annuity Amount 5–Year Step Up Type),” developed for the rapidly growing individual variable annuity insurance market, through Nomura Securities Co., Ltd.
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Toronto, February 9, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation reports record annual and quarterly results Manulife Financial Corporation today reported 2005 shareholders'net income of $3,294 million, an increase of 29 per cent over 2004.
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Jakarta, February 6, 2006 Manulife & Bank Niaga co-launch “Arjuna Imperial Protection” Bank Niaga Tbk in cooperation with Manulife Indonesia has launched a unit link product “Arjuna Imperial Protection,” designed specifically to provide insurance protection and optimal investment for Bank Niaga customers for the duration of five years, through a single–premium payment scheme.
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Boston, February 6, 2006 Refior Named Vice President, National Accounts Manager of John Hancock’s Bank Channel Mary M. Refior, an industry sales leader with 18 years experience in the creation, implementation and management of bank investment sales programs, has been appointed Vice President and National Accounts Manager of John Hancock’s bank channel.
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Toronto, February 2, 2006 Manulife Financial Corporation to release year–end financial results Manulife Financial Corporation will release its fourth quarter and year–end financial results on the morning of Thursday, February 9, 2006, followed by a live webcast of the quarterly conference call with analysts beginning at 2:00 p.m. [ET]
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Boston, January 31, 2006 John Hancock introduces tools to make Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI) planning easier for consumers John Hancock has created a new consumer website to help make long term care insurance planning easier.
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Boston, January 31, 2006 John Hancock Financial Services announces top American Olympian to the 2006 Boston Marathon John Hancock Financial Services today announced the return of two–time Olympian Alan Culpepper of Lafayette, Colorado, for the 110th running of the race scheduled for April 17, 2006.
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Tokyo, January 31, 2006 Manulife Japan begins sales of the Investment–Type Annuity Product ManuNext through Tokyo Star Bank Manulife Life Insurance Company will sell its investment–type annuity insurance product ManuNext through Tokyo Star Bank and its branches starting February 1, 2006.
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Boston, January 30, 2006 John Hancock introduces new Accumulation Variable Universal Life product John Hancock has launched Accumulation VUL, a variable universal life policy that offers superior cash values and retirement income potential to pre–retirees, especially those who are maximizing contributions to their qualified retirement plans, but still face a retirement income shortfall.
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Toronto, January 27, 2006 Manulife Financial’s D’Alessandro wins Best Investor Relations by a CEO Dominic D’Alessandro, President and Chief Executive Officer of Manulife Financial has received the IR Magazine Canada Award for Best Investor Relations by a CEO.
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Toronto, January 25, 2006 Manulife Mutual Funds ranks first in customer service for five consecutive years For the fifth consecutive year, Manulife Mutual Funds, a division of Elliott & Page Limited, has been named the best in Canada for customer service among its competitors, according to an ongoing study by Environics Research Group.
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Ho Chi Minh City, January 23, 2006 Manulife Vietnam confirms its commitment to supporting the community with the launch of its Manulife Care Program With the aim of cheering up needy children in the lunar new year season, Manulife Vietnam has launched “Manulife Care” Program in 12 provinces and cities where it has operations.
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Hong Kong, January 20, 2006 Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments Manulife Financial has announced the appointment of three senior executives in its Asian Division, while Manulife (International) Limited has also announced one senior executive appointment.
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Boston, January 17, 2006 Industry Veteran Hal Mosher Joins John Hancock Financial Network as Executive Vice President, Agency Development and Sales Harold K. Mosher, an industry veteran with more than 20 years in the insurance industry, has been named executive vice president of Agency Development and Sales, John Hancock Financial Network(JHFN).
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Tokyo, January 16, 2006 Manulife Japan begins sales of the Investment–Type Annuity Insurance Product “Two Surprises” through Hachijuni Bank Manulife Life Insurance Company is partnering with The Hachijuni Bank, Ltd. to sell the investment–type annuity insurance product “Two Surprises” at Hachijuni Bank branches (except sub–branches) starting today.
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Toronto, January 11, 2006 Manulife Financial announces redemption of Subordinated Debentures Manulife Financial today announced it has exercised its right to redeem, on February 16, 2006, all of the outstanding $250,000,000 principal amount of 5.70% Subordinated Debentures due February 16,2011 at par plus accrued and unpaid interest to the date fixed for redemption.
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Boston, January 10, 2006 John Hancock Retirement Plan Services New Business Proposal Package Receives Top Communications Award John Hancock Retirement Plan Services received a Platinum Award in the League of American Communications Professionals’ (LACP) 2005 Inspire Awards Competition for a business proposal package it created for independent financial advisors who sell 401(k) plans.
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Boston, January 10, 2006 John Hancock Financial Services Announces Top American Olympic Silver Medalist To The 2006 Boston Marathon In its 21st year as the major sponsor of the Boston Marathon, John Hancock Financial Services announced the entry of two–time American Olympian and U.S. 10,000 meter record holder Mebrahtom “Meb” Keflezighi for the 110th running of the race.
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Shanghai, January 6, 2006 Manulife–Sinochem receives CIRC approval for Sichuan Provincial Branch License Manulife–Sinochem Life Insurance Co. Ltd. has received initial approval from the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) for a Sichuan Provincial Branch license that permits a Branch operation to commence operation in the Provincial capital of Chengdu.
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Boston, January 5, 2006 Carr Named SVP of Annuity Bank Distribution at John Hancock Tyler S. Carr, an industry sales veteran with more than 17 years experience in the financial services industry, has been appointed senior vice president of annuity bank distribution at John Hancock Financial Services.
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Toronto, January 3, 2006 Manulife Financial completes Preferred Share offering Manulife Financial Corporation has successfully completed its previously announced offering of 12 million, 4.50% non–cumulative Class A Shares, Series 3 (the “Series 3 Preferred Shares”) at a price of $25 per share, for an aggregate amount of $300 million.
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