Donor Sperm Clinics in Canada
Donor sperm is used by single parents by choice, same-sex female couples, and couples facing male-factor infertility. We list 83 Canadian fertility clinics offering donor sperm IUI and IVF. Most Canadian clinics work primarily with screened sperm from international donor banks (such as the European or US banks that hold Health Canada approval), with a smaller number facilitating known donor arrangements. Canadian law permits ID-release donors (where the child can request the donor's identity at age 18) as well as fully anonymous donors. The clinics below can guide you through donor selection, legal considerations, and the IUI or IVF treatment cycle.
What to look for
- Health Canada-approved donor banks the clinic works with
- Both ID-release and anonymous donor options
- Support for known donor arrangements with legal and medical screening
- Experience with single parents and same-sex couples
- Transparent pricing for donor sperm vials, IUI, and IVF cycles
83 Donor Sperm clinics in Canada
OriginElle Fertility Clinic (Ottawa)
Ottawa, ON
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does donor sperm cost in Canada?▼
A single vial of donor sperm typically costs $700 to $1,200 plus shipping. Add IUI cycle costs (approximately $400 to $1,500) or IVF cycle costs ($10,000 to $16,000+) on top.
Can I use sperm from a friend or family member?▼
Yes — known donor arrangements are legal in Canada. They require additional legal counsel, medical and infectious disease screening (including a 6-month quarantine for fresh sperm under Health Canada rules), and counselling.
What is an ID-release donor?▼
An ID-release (or open-identity) donor agrees that the donor-conceived child can request identifying information when they turn 18. Most modern donor banks offer ID-release donors alongside fully anonymous options.
How many IUI cycles with donor sperm before considering IVF?▼
Most clinics recommend 3 to 6 IUI cycles before escalating to IVF. Success rates per IUI cycle are typically 10 to 20 percent depending on age and underlying fertility factors.
Is donor sperm IUI covered by provincial health insurance?▼
Coverage is limited. Quebec covers a number of stimulated and natural IUI cycles for eligible residents. Ontario does not cover IUI. Most other provinces offer no public coverage for IUI; some provide tax credits.
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