Highlights 

  • Manulife expands its segregated fund lineup with four new index strategies tied to BlackRock-managed funds. 
  • New offerings provide advisors and investors with wider market exposure with embedded insurance protection. 
  • Launch marks Manulife’s first segregated index funds linked to BlackRock solutions. 
  • Funds span Canadian bonds, Canadian equities, U.S. equities, and international equities. 

Manulife Canada (TSX:MFC) has introduced a new set of segregated funds that integrate BlackRock-managed index strategies, wideninginvestmentoptions for advisors and clients who want market exposure combined with insurance benefits. Announced from Toronto on November 26, 2025, the expansion marks an important step in Manulife’s effort to blend cost-efficient index investing with features such as principal protection, estate planning benefits, and long-term stability. 

For Manulife—the country’s largest insurance provider—this move brings a fresh dimension to its product shelf by offering segregatedindex fundstied to well-recognized benchmarks through BlackRockAssetManagement Canada Limited. This is the first time Manulife has delivered segregated funds with exposure to BlackRock portfolios.

New Fund Lineup: Broad Market Access Across Regions

The launch includes four new index-based segregated funds: 

  • Manulife BlackRock Canada Universe Bond Index Fund 
  • Manulife BlackRock Canadian Equity Index Fund 
  • Manulife BlackRock U.S. Equity Index Fund 
  • Manulife BlackRock International Equity Index Fund 

These offerings give investorsdiversifiedaccess across fixed income, domesticequities, U.S. markets and international equities—all packaged within Manulife’s established segregated fund structure. 

The products will be available through GIF Select – InvestmentPlus (75/75 and 75/100 Series) as well as the Manulife Segregated Fund RESP, ensuring a range of risk profiles and planning needs can be met. 

According to Paul Savage, Head of Individual Insurance at Manulife Canada, the goal is to expand the toolkit for advisors supporting Canadians in their wealth and protection strategies. He emphasized the role of these funds in helping cost-conscious investors combine market participation with built-in insurance safeguards. 

Supporting Clients with More Choice and Predictability 

The addition of these index funds aligns with Manulife’s broader mission of improving accessibility to globally recognized investment approaches. By integrating BlackRock-managed strategies, Manulife is giving Canadian investors the ability to capture long-term market performance in a clear, transparent way while keeping insurance protection at the forefront. 

Manulife continues to serve millions of customers across Canada, Asia, Europe, and the U.S., offering a wide range of financial and insurance solutions. This new segregated fund expansion reinforces the company’s commitment to helping Canadians grow and protect their wealth in an evolving market landscape. 

Conclusion 

Manulife’s decision to partner with BlackRock for a new suite of segregated index funds marks a meaningful expansion in its product lineup. With broader market access, simplified index exposure, and the reassurance of insurance features, these funds are positioned to appeal to Canadians seeking clarity, diversification, and long-term planning advantages.