Our history

Sun Life is a leading international financial services organisation providing asset management, wealth, insurance and health solutions to individual and institutional Clients.

Canadian by birth. Global by reach.

Our story began in Canada more than 160 years ago. Since then, we have been the trusted partner of families, entrepreneurs and investors offering unwavering stability, unmatched expertise and unparalleled services to safeguard legacies for our Clients’ wealth.

As a pioneer of High Net Worth (HNW) insurance in Asia, we are committed to growing and protecting our Clients’ wealth across generations.

Years

1865

Sun Life was chartered

1890s

Sun Life started operations in Asia

1892

Sun Life opened its doors to clients in Hong Kong

1895

Sun Life started operations in the Philippines

1920s

Sun Life was active in many countries around the world

1996

Sun Life pioneered High Net Worth insurance in Asia and launched our International business in Bermuda

2020

Sun Life started operations in Singapore

2025

Sun Life commenced operations in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)

2026

Sun Life launches its Sun Life Private Wealth brand unifying its Singapore, Hong Kong, Bermuda and Dubai HNW life insurance operations as one integrated global business

Best Life Insurer Singapore at Insurance Asia News Country Awards for Excellence 2026

Awarded for our commitment to excellence and our dedication to innovative product development and superior service to our partners and Clients in Singapore

Best Life Insurer Hong Kong at Insurance Asia News Country Awards for Excellence 2026

Recognised for our commitment to product innovation, service excellence and high standards in Hong Kong