GlaxoSmithKline in Canada

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is a research-based pharmaceutical company devoted to discovering and developing new and innovative medicines, vaccines and health-care products for Canadians and people around the world. Every day, our employees strive to improve the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer.

GSK has been recognized as one of the 50 Best Employers in Canada for the last seven consecutive years and is a top 15 Canadian investor in research and development, contributing more than $178 million in Canada in 2007 alone.

Our key products target five major disease areas – respiratory illnesses, diabetes, virus control, infections, and central nervous system disorders. GSK is also a leader in the important area of vaccines and we are developing new treatments for cancer.

We are Canada’s leading flu vaccine manufacturer and supply 75 per cent of Canadian government seasonal flu vaccine purchases. Our Consumer Healthcare division includes dental health products, over-the-counter medicines and nutritional drinks.

GSK is designated a Caring Company by Imagine Canada, contributing more than one per cent of pre-tax profits annually through The GlaxoSmithKline Foundation and other channels to initiatives in health, science education and local community organizations.

The company maintains divisional headquarters in Mississauga, Oakville and Laval, with regional offices in Halifax, Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver. GSK employs approximately 3,000 people who work to discover, develop, manufacture and market medicines, vaccines and health-care products in Canada.

For further information, please contact:
Corporate Communications
GlaxoSmithKline Inc.
Tel: 905 819-3000
www.gsk.ca