Manulife Financial Corporation Schedules 2026 AGM; Proxy Details and Board Slate Highlighted

Manulife Financial Corporation (Manulife) has released its proxy voting information ahead of the 2026 Annual Meeting of Common Shareholders, set for 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on 14 May 2026. The hybrid event will take place in person at the company’s head office (200 Bloor Street East, Toronto) and via live webcast.

Key agenda items:

1. Election of Directors • Thirteen nominees are standing for election: Nicole S. Arnaboldi, Guy L.T. Bainbridge, Nancy J. Carroll, Julie E. Dickson, J. Michael Durland, Donald P. Kanak, Donald R. Lindsay, Anna Manning, John S. Montalbano, May Tan, Leagh E. Turner, Philip J. Witherington, and John W. P-K. Wong. • Management recommends a “FOR” vote on each nominee.

2. Appointment of Auditors • Ernst & Young LLP is proposed for re-appointment as external auditor. • Management recommends a “FOR” vote.

3. Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation • Shareholders are asked to approve Manulife’s approach to executive pay on an advisory basis. • Management recommends a “FOR” vote.

Voting procedures and deadlines:

• Shareholders may vote by mail, internet (www.meeting-vote.com), telephone (1-888-489-7352), or smartphone (QR code). • A control number printed on the proxy form is required for electronic or telephone voting. • Completed proxies must be received by TSX Trust Company no later than 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on 12 May 2026, or two business days prior to any adjourned meeting. • Shareholders may appoint a person other than management’s designated proxies—President & CEO Philip J. Witherington or Board Chair Donald R. Lindsay—to attend and vote on their behalf.

Additional shareholder information:

• Requests to receive 2026 interim or annual financial statements and MD&A by mail can be made on the proxy form or online at www.tsxtrust.com/financialstatements (Company code: 4658A). • Shareholders are encouraged to opt for electronic delivery to reduce paper use.

This proxy supersedes all earlier versions and conveys discretionary authority to the appointed proxy to vote on any amendments or other matters that may properly come before the meeting.