Understanding Canada's Fertility Services Landscape
Access to fertility care in Canada varies significantly depending on where patients live. While fertility services are available across the country, the funding models, treatment availability, and eligibility criteria differ by province and territory, creating a complex landscape for patients and healthcare providers alike.
The Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS) has developed a national Fertility Services Map to provide an accessible overview of publicly funded fertility programs across Canada. The map highlights provincial and territorial coverage for services such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), intrauterine insemination (IUI), fertility preservation, tax credits, reimbursement programs, and other available supports.
This resource is designed to help patients, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates better understand the current fertility care landscape and identify regional differences in access. By presenting this information in one place, CFAS aims to improve transparency, support informed decision-making, and advance equitable access to fertility care for all Canadians.
The service map will be updated as provincial and territorial programs evolve to ensure Canadians have access to current information about fertility funding and services. The variability in public funding across jurisdictions underscores the need for continued dialogue and advocacy to reduce disparities in access to reproductive care across Canada.