Eyeing New Horizons: Manulife Canada and FYihealth group® are teaming up to provide easier and more affordable access to eyewear

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TORONTO and CALGARY – May 30, 2025: Manulife Canada, one of Canada’s leading insurance providers, and FYihealth group, Canada's largest network of optometrists, are teaming up to help Manulife Group Benefits members support their eye care and get more health out of their benefits. Through this new partnership, members have the option to shop in-person at any of FYihealth group’s 370+ locations across the country or online with a valid prescription and enjoy cost savings on all frames, lenses, and contacts, including exclusive packages and promotions.

“Vision is an important part of overall health and well-being, and by teaming up with FYihealth group, Manulife Group Benefits is making it easier and more affordable for members to access a range of eyewear products and comprehensive vision health services,” explains Ashesh Desai, Head of Manulife Group Benefits. “As a trusted health partner to the millions of Canadians we proudly serve, this partnership further underscores our commitment to supporting our members on their health journeys.” 

Starting today, eligible Group Benefits members and their eligible dependants can enjoy cost savings on eyewear and benefit from the ease of direct billing to Manulife by visiting any FYihealth group location across Canada, including FYidoctors®, Visique®, BonLook® and partnered clinics and stores. With online appointment bookings available for eye exams, personalized care and glasses fittings with its network of optometrists and opticians, Manulife and FYihealth group are helping make eye health accessible. 

“At FYihealth group, we understand that vision quality is not only crucial for enhancing quality of life, but it also serves as a vital indicator of overall health and well-being. We’re proud to offer high-quality eyewear and optometry services across the country and help Canadians get the eye care they need.” said Dr. Alan Ulsifer, Chair and CEO, FYihealth group. “We are thrilled to partner with Manulife Canada, a company who shares our vision and commitment to patient health. Together, we will help more Canadians access the service and care they need to live their healthiest and best lives.” 

Eligible Manulife Group Benefits members can now enjoy 12-22 per cent off optical products, including frames, lenses, contact lenses and lifestyle packages, as well as an additional 5 per cent off other promotions (excluding contact lenses). 

Through the Manulife Mobile app, members also have access to resources and materials to help better understand eye health and the importance of regular appointments and check ups.

For more information, visit Manulife.ca.

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping our customers make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we operate as Manulife across Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States, providing financial advice and insurance for individuals, groups and businesses. Through Manulife Wealth & Asset Management, we offer global investment, financial advice, and retirement plan services to individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the end of 2024, we had more than 37,000 employees, over 109,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 36 million customers. We trade as ‘MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges, and under ‘945’ in Hong Kong.

Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulife.com.

FYihealth group is Canada’s largest optometric network with over 370 optometry clinics and retail stores across the country. Doctor-led, professionally managed, and patient-focused, our organization concentrates on delivering outstanding eye care with patient-centric products and services. Recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for five consecutive years, featured on the Globe and Mail’s Report on Business ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies for two consecutive years, as well as a certified Great Place to Work® in Canada and the USA. Our glasses are Made in Canada! We own and operate the largest Canadian lens manufacturing facility in Delta, British Columbia. FYihealth group is helping shape the future of Canadian eye care.

Manulife Media Contact: 
Emily Vear
437-419-3778
emily_vear@manulife.ca

FYihealth group
Media Contact: Sophia Ear
403-800-5095
media@fyidoctors.com