Equitable Life® announces it's been selected as one of Waterloo Area's Top Employers for 2nd consecutive year

2010 - Waterloo Area's Top 15 Employers, as featured in KW Record

(Waterloo, ON - October 22, 2009) Waterloo-based Equitable Life of Canada® is pleased to announce they have been selected as one of Waterloo Area's Top 15 Employers for the second consecutive year.

"We are extremely pleased that we have been chosen again as one of Waterloo area's top employers. Our employees are our most valuable asset and to be recognized as being a great place to work for two years running is an extraordinary achievement," said Ronald Beettam, President and CEO.

Equitable Life's selection was based on a number of key factors. Highlights of these include employee and management development programs, a Wellness Committee, subsidized fitness, and a competitive benefits package.

Candidates were also evaluated on a number of other key criteria such as employee communication and physical workplace.

About Equitable Life

Founded in 1920, Equitable Life of Canada is the largest federally regulated mutual life insurance company in Canada, offering a wide selection of quality financial products in individual life and health insurance, group life and health insurance, annuities, segregated funds and retirement plans as well as commercial mortgages. Equitable Life, which is known for its highly personal and responsive services, employs more than 500 staff members at its head office in Waterloo and in regional offices across Canada. More than 10,000 advisors represent the Company, from British Columbia to Ontario and the Atlantic provinces.

For more information contact:

Chris Brown

Vice-President, Human Resources

Equitable Life of Canada

519-886-5210 / 1-800-722-6615 ext 8300