Founded in 1974 by Dr. Barry Sherman, we’re a proudly Canadian, global pharmaceutical company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines (both generic and innovative pharmaceuticals) for patients around the world.
From its humble origins of only two employees, we’ve grown to employ more than 11,000 people worldwide in manufacturing, R&D and commercial operations. Through vertical integration, the Apotex Group of Companies is comprised of Apotex Generics, Apotex Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, Apobiologix and ApoPharma (innovative products).