About us
We're Sun Life Financial – a leading international financial services organization based in Toronto, Canada, and operating in key markets worldwide.
The company has been part of the financial landscape in Canada for almost 140 years. We began selling life insurance in 1871 and today we offer a diverse range of insurance and investment products. We also provide advice to help millions of Canadians achieve lifetime financial security. We are committed to our customers. Discover, along with millions of other Canadians, why "life’s brighter under the sun."
Our strength
Sun Life Financial is a strong and well-capitalized company [PDF, 2 pages, 165 KB] with a diversified balance sheet. The financial success and stability of our Canadian operations [PDF, 2 pages, 703 KB] fuels further expansion in other parts of the world.
Sun Life Financial Inc. is a public company and is listed on the Toronto (TSX), New York (NYSE) and Philippines (PSE) stock exchanges under ticker symbol SLF.
To learn more about our global operations, visit www.sunlife.com.
Notable facts about our Canadian operations
- We hold numerous # 1 rankings for Canadian individual insurance and annuity sales, group pension and RRSPs.
- We are # 2 overall in Canada in Group Benefits market share.
- Our advisors form the largest exclusive life, health and wealth distribution channel in Canada.
- We have significant ownership interest in McLean Budden Limited, one of Canada's leading investment management companies, established in 1947.
- Sun Life Financial's Reinsurance operation is headquartered in Toronto and provides customized capital and risk management solutions to international clients.
Our products and services
Sun Life Financial offers individuals a wide range of products and services from life insurance and health insurance to investments and more.
A long-term financial plan can help you achieve your lifestyle and financial goals at every stage of your life. What’s in your future? Saving for a vacation? Consider a Tax free Savings Account (TFSA). Saving for your child’s post-secondary education? A Registered education savings plan (RESP) may be the best investment. It’s never too soon to plan for retirement. We can help you prepare for the retirement you want. Our advisors are here to make it easier – find an advisor near you.
We are also a leading supplier of group benefits and group retirement and savings plans in Canada. We provide employers and associations across the country with life insurance, health insurance and pension and retirement products for the protection of their employees. Our unique Total Benefits™ offers integrated group benefits and retirement savings plans, ensuring clients receive a level of service unsurpassed in Canada today.
Sun Life Financial annuity, life and health insurance products and related services are issued by Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada, a member of the Sun Life Financial group of companies.
Fast facts about Sun Life Financial in Canada
| Years of operation | 1865: Charter received 1871: Commenced business |
| Canadian head office location | Waterloo, Ontario |
| Worldwide corporate headquarters location | Toronto, Ontario |
| President, Sun Life Financial Canada | Dean A. Connor |
| Employees | 7,440 (at December 31, 2008) located in Waterloo and in regional offices located in major centres across the country |
| Sun Life Financial advisors and managers | 3,500 (at December 31, 2008) |
