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25 items- PRDavid Healy, President of Sun Life U.S., receives HELP Hero award from HELP USARecognition honors Sun Life's commitment to expanding health access through community-based investingWELLESLEY, Mass. and NEW YORK, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This week David Healy, president of Sun Life U.S., received a HELP Hero award from HELP USA, a non-profit organization operating 70 sites and programs around the country that provide support services for homeless people. At HELP USA's annual gala on Tuesday night, Healy received the award in recognition of his leadership in advancing Sun Life initiatives that improve health access and strengthen underserved communities. The award follows the recent $90 million investmen
- PRCarrying more and sleeping less: New Sun Life research spotlights Canada's sleep gapOver four in ten Canadian employees report getting less than the recommended seven hours of sleep per nightFinancial concerns, work stress and mental health challenges top obstacles to good sleepEmployees report losing an average of seven hours of productivity per week due to poor sleepTORONTO, May 28, 2026 /CNW/ - Sleep problems are rising across Canada, but new research from Sun Life suggests the issue runs deeper than bedtime habits. The findings point to a broader reality: mounting financial pressure, work stress or job anxiety and even too much time scrolling are leaving Canadians overloaded and that burden is showing up in their sleep.The findings also highlight how deeply sleep issues
- PRSun Life Receives Regulatory Approval of Normal Course Issuer Bid RenewalTORONTO, May 26, 2026 /CNW/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF) (NYSE:SLF) (the "Company") announced today that the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions ("OSFI") and the Toronto Stock Exchange (the "TSX") have approved the renewal of the Company's previously announced normal course issuer bid to purchase up to 10,000,000 of its common shares ("common shares") (representing approximately 1.8% of the 554,255,267 common shares issued and outstanding as at May 15, 2026) (the "NCIB").The NCIB will provide the Company with the flexibility to acquire common shares in order to return capital to shareholders as part of its overall capital management strategy.The NCIB will commence o
- PRWhat drives multimillion-dollar medical claims? Sun Life report shows secondary health conditions, hospital stays and specialty drugs among key factorsWELLESLEY, Mass., May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Life U.S. has released its annual High-Cost Claims and Injectable Drug Trends report, which analyzed over 70,000 high-dollar medical claims from more than 3,300 self-funded employers across the country. This year's report shows that secondary (comorbid) conditions, long inpatient hospitalizations and injectable drugs are the biggest drivers of claims above $3 million. Other contributing factors include conditions existing from birth (congenital anomalies), complicated surgeries and gene therapies. Sun Life spotlights the costlie
- PRSun Life Global Investments Announces May 2026 Cash Distributions for ETF SeriesTORONTO, May 14, 2026 /CNW/ - SLGI Asset Management Inc. ("Sun Life Global Investments") announces the following regular cash distributions for the month ending May 31, 2026 in respect of the exchange-traded series of units of funds managed by Sun Life Global Investments ("ETF Series"), as set out in the table below. Unitholders of record on May 22, 2026 will receive cash distributions for the respective ETF Series payable on May 29, 2026.The details of the cash distribution amounts per unit are as follows:Fund NameTicker Symbol(TSX)Distribution Amount (per unit)Sun Life Core Advantage Credit Private Pool – ETF SeriesSLCA$0.083Sun Life Crescent Specialty Credit Private Pool – ETF SeriesSLSC$
- SECSEC Form 13F-HR filed by Sun Life Financial Inc.13F-HR - SUN LIFE FINANCIAL INC (0001097362) (Filer)
- PRSun Life Essentials™ brings workplace savings plans to Canadian small and medium-sized employersNearly eight in ten working Canadians (76%) want employers to play an active role in building their financial securityLess than half are currently receiving workplace savings support at work (41%)Working Canadians list financial stability as the most important aspect of employmentTORONTO, May 11, 2026 /CNW/ - Sun Life today announced Sun Life Essentials™ and Sun Life Essentials Plus™, new digital-first workplace savings solutions designed specifically for small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs). The plans are built to be simple and accessible, helping business owners better support their employees in building long‑term financial stability and confidence.Amid rising uncertainty and cost pre
- PRSun Life announces election of directorsTORONTO, May 7, 2026 /CNW/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF) (NYSE:SLF) (the "Company") announced that the 13 nominees listed in the management information circular dated March 13, 2026 were elected as directors of the Company. The detailed results of the vote held yesterday at its annual and special meeting of common shareholders are set out below.NomineeVotes For % For Votes Withheld% WithheldDeepak Chopra294,876,79999.5 %1,537,4060.5 %Stephanie L. Coyles293,926,97299.2 %2,487,2330.8 %Patrick P.F. Cronin295,311,38299.6 %1,102,8230.4 %Ashok K. Gupta294,577,09899.4 %1,837,1070.6 %David H. Y. Ho293,867,33099.1 %2,546,8750.9 %Laurie G. Hylton294,569,38799.4 %1,844,8180.6 %Stacey A. Madge2
- PRSun Life's Melissa Kennedy Honoured with Lifetime Achievement AwardRecognized for Her Leadership and Advocacy in Canada's Legal Community by the Canadian Law AwardsTORONTO, May 7, 2026 /CNW/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF) (NYSE:SLF) is pleased to congratulate Melissa Kennedy, Sun Life's Executive Vice-President and Chief Legal and Public Policy Officer, on receiving the Lifetime Achievement in the Legal Profession – In‑House Award at the 2026 Canadian Law Awards. This prestigious award recognizes an outstanding legal leader whose work has made a significant and lasting contribution to advancing Canada's legal profession and justice system."I've had the privilege of seeing the impact Melissa has made across the industry firsthand," said Kevin Strain, Pr
- PRMore than 2,300 young people in the Quebec City area to receive support through the third Mental Health Investment FundQUEBEC CITY, May 7, 2026 /CNW/ - On the occasion of the 75th Mental Health Week, Bruno Marchand, Mayor of Quebec City, and Marie-Chantal Côté, Senior Vice President of Sun Life Health, today announced the three recipient organizations of the third Mental Health Investment Fund, which will raise awareness and support more than 2,300 young people in the region over the next three years.This third fund, announced at the Quebec City Mayor's Ball in December 2025, amounts to $100,000 over three years with Sun Life contributing $75,000 and Quebec City contributing $25,000.Managed by the Youth in Mind Foundation, the fund supports agencies with mental health missions that complement the foundation'
- PRSun Life increases Common Share dividend and declares dividends on Preferred Shares payable in Q2 2026TORONTO, May 6, 2026 /CNW/ - The Board of Directors (the "Board") of Sun Life Financial Inc. (the "Company") (TSX:SLF) (NYSE:SLF) today announced that a dividend of $0.96 per share on the common shares of the Company has been declared, payable June 30, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 27, 2026. This represents a 4 cent increase to the amount paid in the previous quarter.The Board also announced that the following dividends have been declared on the Company's Class A Non-Cumulative Preferred Shares, payable on June 30, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 27, 2026:Series 3$0.278125 per shareSeries 4$0.278125 per shareSeries 5$0.281250 pe
- PRSun Life Global Investments Expands Granite Target Date Solutions to Meet Evolving Needs of Canadian EmployersExpanded suite designed to support the savings goals and retirement readiness of Canadian employees TORONTO, May 4, 2026 /CNW/ - Today, SLGI Asset Management Inc. ("Sun Life Global Investments") announced the expansion of its Granite solutions with Sun Life Granite Index+ Target Date Funds (Granite Index+). As the largest Canadian-based target date fund manager,1 Sun Life Global Investments is responding to the growing demand for more differentiated target date funds that support long‑term retirement outcomes for Canadian plan members.Sun Life Granite Target Date Funds, a flagship retirement solution for more than 15 years, were built for Canadian employers who want a highly diversified solu
- PRSun Life U.S. receives Top Workplaces award from USA Today for sixth consecutive yearWELLESLEY, Mass., May 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Life U.S. has been named one of USA Today's 2026 Top Workplaces, receiving the award for the sixth consecutive year. The award is based on employee survey results through Energage, as well as information about Sun Life's benefits and culture. This award builds on previous top workplace recognitions from the Baltimore Sun, Boston Globe, Hartford Courant, Kansas City Star and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, among others. As a leading provider of employee benefits and government dental benefits, Sun Life remains committed to fostering a work environment that supports innovation, flexibility and collaboration.
- PRAM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Sun Life Financial Inc. and Its SubsidiariesAM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) of "aa" (Superior) of Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (Sun Life) (Ontario, Canada) and Sun Life and Health Insurance Company (U.S.) (Lansing, MI). These companies are the core insurance subsidiaries of Sun Life Financial Inc. (SLF) (Ontario, Canada) (NYSE:SLF) (collectively referred to as Sun Life Group). Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICR of "a" (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings (Long-Term IRs) of SLF. The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. (Please see below for a detailed listing of the Long-Term IRs.)
- ANALYSTSun Life upgraded by National Bank FinancialNational Bank Financial upgraded Sun Life from Sector Perform to Outperform
- PRSun Life hosts first quarter 2026 earnings conference callTORONTO, April 23, 2026 /CNW/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF) (NYSE:SLF) will release its first quarter financial results on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 after markets close.A live webcast of the quarterly earnings call with analysts will be held the following day – May 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET.Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026Time: 11:00 a.m. ETAccess the call and presentation live via webcast.Access the call via telephone.The webcast replay will be available after the event.About Sun LifeSun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing asset management, wealth, insurance and health solutions to individual and institutional Clients. Sun Life has operations in a number o
- PRSun Life U.S. receives Top Workplaces award from Milwaukee Journal Sentinel for third consecutive yearMILWAUKEE, April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Life U.S. has been named one of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's 2026 Top Workplaces for the third consecutive year. Sun Life established a presence in Wisconsin after its 2022 acquisition of DentaQuest, which has had an office in Milwaukee for more than 10 years. In 2025, the company moved to a new office space in Bayshore Center, offering state-of-the-art workstations, hybrid meeting technology and an immersive work café. "Receiving this recognition again in Milwaukee shows that our purpose-driven culture is resonating with our local DentaQuest team and supporting our shared goals," said Tammi Wortham, senior vice p
- PRSun Life Global Investments Announces April 2026 Cash Distributions for ETF SeriesTORONTO, April 16, 2026 /CNW/ - SLGI Asset Management Inc. ("Sun Life Global Investments") announces the following regular cash distributions for the month ending April 30, 2026 in respect of the exchange-traded series of units of funds managed by Sun Life Global Investments ("ETF Series"), as set out in the table below. Unitholders of record on April 23, 2026 will receive cash distributions for the respective ETF Series payable on April 30, 2026.The details of the cash distribution amounts per unit are as follows:Fund NameTicker Symbol(TSX)Distribution Amount (per unit)Sun Life Core Advantage Credit Private Pool – ETF SeriesSLCA$0.083Sun Life Crescent Specialty Credit Private Pool – ETF Ser
- PRSun Life U.S. and Kansas City Royals announce 5-year partnership renewal and launch "Every Single Smile" campaignKANSAS CITY, Mo., April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Life U.S. has renewed its partnership with the Kansas City Royals for 5 years, through the 2030 baseball season. The partnership, which first began in 2017, allows Sun Life to continue building on previous community programming, including youth fitness and oral health programs and fundraising to support local non-profits in Kansas City. "We are pleased to renew our partnership with the Royals and find new ways to make a positive impact in Kansas City," said David Healy, president, Sun Life U.S. "We have a large office here and believe strongly in supporting the communities where our employees live and work, part
- PRSun Life co-leads $90 million investment for HELP USA's new women's shelter in Brooklyn, N.Y.NYC Deputy Mayor and Dept. of Social Services Commissioner among speakers at ribbon cutting eventWELLESLEY, Mass. and NEW YORK, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Life U.S. is a chief investor in HELP USA's newest women's shelter in Brooklyn, N.Y., reinforcing the company's commitment to supporting initiatives that serve populations in need. Located in the Brownsville area of Brooklyn, the 200-bed shelter will provide onsite medical care through a partner provider, mental health assessment, case work, and housing support to help clients find stability and connect them with treatment facilities, family, or long-term shelter. The facility also offers wellness programming, including art therapy
- PRSun Life introduces Kid Smile Complete and expands Lifetime of Smiles® to support family dental health and preventionNew dental offerings prioritize preventive care for children and eliminate cost barriers, increasing access to oral health services for working familiesWELLESLEY, Mass., April 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Life U.S. today announced the launch of Kid Smile Complete and the expansion of its Lifetime of Smiles® dental program offered through employers, delivering innovative solutions to support employees and their families in maintaining optimal oral health from childhood through adulthood. Sun Life is simplifying dental care for kids, increasing access to dental care for working families.The new offering underscores Sun Life's strategic commitment to prevention-fo
- PRSun Life U.S. announces continued support of the Gap Year Program at Northeastern University's Roux Institute in honor of recently retired company president, Dan Fishbein, M.D.The Roux Institute runs a program that helps expand access to care throughout MainePORTLAND, Maine, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of recently retired company president, Dan Fishbein, M.D., Sun Life U.S. has announced continued support of the Roux Institute's Pre-Clinical Healthcare Gap Year Program, which places recent college graduates in front-line roles in healthcare. Sun Life started supporting the Gap Year program when it was launched in 2023, as part of the company's philanthropic efforts to help people access healthcare services.Fishbein, who recently retired from Sun Life after an 11-year tenure as president, has been a champion of the Gap Year Program, supporting Sun Life'
- PRSun Life releases updated Supplementary Information PackageTORONTO, March 30, 2026 /CNW/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF) (NYSE:SLF) has released an updated Supplementary Informational Package (SIP) for investors and analysts. The unaudited SIP aligns with various financial disclosure changes including the formation of the Sun Life Asset Management Business Group.Materials relating to the updated supplementary financial information template and the recently announced Management Equity Plan for SLC Management are available at:https://www.sunlife.com/en/investors/investor-briefcase/investor-education/About Sun LifeSun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing asset management, wealth, insurance and health solutions t
- PRSun Life completes remaining equity interest purchases of BGO and Crescent Capital. Sun Life also announces acquisition of Bell Partners, a leading multifamily real estate investment manager.TORONTO, March 30, 2026 /CNW/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF) (NYSE:SLF) today announced it has completed both the acquisition of the remaining equity interests in BGO, its global real estate investment management advisor and provider of real estate services and Crescent Capital Group ("Crescent"), its global alternative credit investment manager.As part of the transaction, Sun Life has paid C$1.59 billion (US$1.16 billion) for the remaining 44% interest stake in BGO and C$829 million (US$608 million) for the remaining 49% stake in Crescent. These payments settle the outstanding put liability on Sun Life's financial statements and were funded through debt issuances in 2025 in anticipatio
- PRSun Life U.S. names Tony Mollica as new dental business leaderFormer Humana executive to lead all of Sun Life U.S. Dental, focused on growth and promoting improved oral health for allWELLESLEY, Mass., March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Life U.S. today announced the appointment of Tony Mollica as president for its Dental business, which includes DentaQuest, effective March 30. Mollica will set the strategic direction for Dental going forward with a focus on our mission of helping people access quality oral healthcare through growth across our Medicaid, Commercial, and Medicare Advantage business segments, as well as affiliated Advantage Dental+ practices, and deepening relationships with key stakeholders. He succeeds David Healy who was appointed presi
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Sun Life Financial Inc., a financial services company, provides insurance, wealth, and asset management solutions to individuals and corporate clients worldwide. It offers term and permanent life, as well as health, dental, critical illness, long-term care, and disability insurance products. The company also provides reinsurance products; investment counselling and portfolio management services; mutual funds and segregated funds; trust and banking services; real estate property brokerage and appraisal services; and merchant banking services. It distributes its products through direct sales...Where does SLF stock trade?
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