Great-West Lifeco Inc.
https://www.greatwestlifeco.com/
Great-West Lifeco Inc. is an international financial services holding company headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The company's core business encompasses life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance. Its stated purpose is to build stronger, more financially secure futures.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of products and services, including life, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, disability, health and dental protection, and creditor insurance products. Additionally, it provides retirement savings, income and annuity products, wealth management, and asset management services. Great-West Lifeco operates primarily in Canada, the United States, and Europe, serving individuals, families, businesses, and organizations through its prominent brands: Canada Life, Empower, and Irish Life.
As of July 1, 2025, David Harney assumed the role of President and CEO of Great-West Lifeco, succeeding Paul Mahon. The company maintains a significant market position, recognized as one of the largest life insurers in North America. Recent activities include the completion of a €500 million senior euro bond offering in July 2026 and a joint investment in the Sagard AI Fund with Power Corporation and IGM Financial in May 2026. Great-West Lifeco reported over $3.3 trillion in total client assets as of March 31, 2026, and serves approximately 40 million customer relationships globally.
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