Canada's pharmaceutical industry is globally recognized for breakthrough medical discoveries like insulin, Medium 199, and the polio vaccine. The sector employed 33,000 people in pharmaceutical manufacturing alone in 2022, marking an 11% increase from previous years.

Here are the leading pharmaceutical companies in Toronto making significant impacts in healthcare:

Novo Nordisk A pharma and biotech company specializing in therapeutics development using advanced protein modeling software. Known for Ozempic and Wegovy brands of semaglutide for diabetes management and metabolic health.

BenchSci An AI-driven life sciences company revolutionizing drug discovery through artificial intelligence technology. Their platform performs rapid, sophisticated scientific analysis at scale.

Edwards Lifesciences Specializes in medical devices for structural heart disease, producing specialty heart valves including mitral valves and bovine transcatheter aortic heart valves.

Thornhill Medical Global leader in respiratory and oxygen-related technologies, focusing on mobile medical equipment for military, emergency, and disaster environments. Key products include MOVES SLC, MADM, and ClearMate.

Cencora Provides comprehensive pharmaceutical solutions connecting manufacturers, providers, pharmacies, and patients. Offers services in supply chain, logistics, cell and gene therapy support, and veterinary optimization.

Medela Delivers research-based products for breastfeeding, infant care, and healthcare solutions across 100+ countries. Operates through 20 subsidiaries globally with facilities in Switzerland, the United States, and China.

Takeda A 240-year-old biopharmaceutical company developing treatments for chronic illnesses. Notable products include Vyvanse for binge eating disorders and ADHD, and immunoglobulins for immunosuppressive conditions.

GeneYouIn Inc. Creator of Pillcheck, pioneering platform combining DNA analysis with clinical pharmacy services for personalized virtual medical care.

Pillway Offers digital medication management and fulfillment services, focusing on bridging the doctor-patient gap through medication delivery and digital healthcare support.

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