In May 2002, we celebrated the creation of ratiopharm, a new identity in the Canadian generic market place. ratiopharm successfully united the benefits of an established Canadian company with the resources of one of the world's largest generic enterprises. Today ratiopharm employs more than 400 people and generates sales approaching $300 million annually. Due to the tremendous support we've received from our employees and customers, ratiopharm is now a strong presence in the Canadian generic marketplace.

Moving forward, our mission is clear - ratiopharm is a fully empowered organization that is aiming to be the industry's most valued supplier of high quality generic products. Realizing our challenging mission can only occur if we have a clear vision for the future:

• Product leadership - ratiopharm will strive to consistently launch first wave and first to market products.
• True generic house - We have a strong commitment to the research and development of our own products. To achieve this, ratiopharm will create an international centre of excellence in R & D based here in Canada.
• Customer focus - ratiopharm will continue to build and maintain strong partnerships and relationships with our pharmacy customers. Our new slogan helps communicate our promise, Your Practice. Our Commitment. We will strive to see pharmacy practice through our customers' eyes and satisfy the needs of our customers by offering a broad range of products, innovative pharmacy programs and exceptional customer service.
• Outstanding team of professionals - ratiopharm will develop its employees to become and remain the most knowledgeable in the generic industry. In this dynamic pharmacy environment, we feel that our sales professionals will have an opportunity to deliver added value by sharing this knowledge with our pharmacy customers.

As a strong player in Canada's generic marketplace, ratiopharm intends to respond with speed, efficiency and resourcefulness to industry initiatives, challenges and needs. The accomplishments of our past and clear vision of the future make ratiopharm an excellent business partner. Give us a call today, as we would like to talk about how you see pharmacy practice and how ratiopharm can be your most valued business partner.