Government Funding for Fertility in New Brunswick

In New Brunswick, Canada, individuals and couples facing infertility challenges can benefit from government support through the Fertility Treatment Reimbursement Program (FTRP). This program provides two separate grants covering up to 100% of eligible treatment costs — one of the more generous provincial programs in Canada.

There is one clinic open in New Brunswick, learn more about Conceptia, and then read more below on the government support services.

Overview of the Fertility Treatment Reimbursement Program (FTRP)

The FTRP in New Brunswick provides financial assistance for infertility treatment. The FTRP provides two separate one-time grants per household:

• IUI grant: 100% of the cost of IUI procedures, up to $10,000
• IVF grant: 100% of one IVF cycle, up to $20,000

Both grants are one-time per household and are paid by reimbursement after treatment is completed.

Eligible Costs

IUI eligible services: Initial consultations, ovarian monitoring, multiple IUI treatments, fertility medications, ultrasounds, and bloodwork.
IVF eligible services: Initial consultations, ovarian monitoring, egg retrieval, sperm collection, standard IVF, embryo transfers, fertility medications, ultrasounds, bloodwork, and anesthesia.
Treatments must be performed at a licensed fertility clinic in New Brunswick or Nova Scotia.

Covered Treatments

The FTRP covers fertility treatments including in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) procedures, as well as related medications. This broad coverage ensures that individuals and couples have the flexibility to pursue the most suitable and effective treatment for their unique circumstances.

Treatments must be performed at a licensed fertility clinic in New Brunswick or Nova Scotia. Out-of-province treatment elsewhere in Canada may be covered where the required treatment is not available in NB or NS.

How to Claim the Credit

To be eligible for the FTRP, applicants must:

• Be full-time New Brunswick residents with a valid NB Medicare card
• Be over 18 and under 43 years old when treatment began
• Have completed treatment within the past 12 months
• First claim any eligible costs through private insurance, if available

The program is open to single individuals and both same-sex and opposite-sex couples.

Submit a completed application form with proof of identity, paid invoices, pharmacy receipts, and treatment confirmation to the NB Department of Health by email. Reimbursement is issued by mailed cheque. See the official program page for the current application form and contact details. You can only submit a claim once. If you think you will spend at least $10,000 in total treatment costs, it is important to consolidate all your expenditures and wait until you hit the threshold in order to maximize your grant.

To learn more about the Fertility Treatment Reimbursement Program, visit FAQ.

Similar to a tax credit, you must first pay for the expenditures out-of-pocket, and then file the credit. Be sure to keep all documentation and invoices to support the claim.

In conclusion, New Brunswick's Fertility Treatment Reimbursement Program (FTRP) is an invaluable resource for helping individuals and couples deal with the difficulties associated with infertility. The government wants to help more people fulfill their desire of becoming parents by making a variety of reproductive therapies more accessible and subsidized. To that end, financial aid for various procedures is offered.

Fertility Clinics in New Brunswick

Clinic Name	City
Conceptia	Moncton

FAQ

Is IVF free in New Brunswick?

No, IVF is not free in New Brunswick. The Fertility Treatment Reimbursement Program (FTRP) covers 100% of one IVF cycle up to $20,000, or one IUI cycle up to $10,000. This will cover the partial cost of IVF, but not all of it, meaning patients still need to pay out of pocket for treatment.

Is IUI free in New Brunswick?

No, not all IUIs are free in New Brunswick. However, with the government funding of up to $10,000 to cover fertility treatments, the majority of an IUI cost will be covered and reimbursed.

What is the wait time for IVF in New Brunswick?

There is only one clinic offering IVF in New Brunswick. The clinic is Conceptia in Moncton. Please reach out to the clinic to learn about their wait times.

What is the cost of IVF in New Brunswick?

The cost of IVF at Conceptia, the only clinic offering IVF in New Brunswick is approximately $8,000 to $9,000. This does not include the cost of medication and other testing, which will vary by individual.