Surrogacy Clinics in Canada
Surrogacy is a complex but rewarding path to parenthood, and choosing the right clinic matters. We list 66 Canadian fertility clinics that work with intended parents on gestational surrogacy arrangements — from initial assessment and embryo transfer planning to coordination with surrogacy agencies, legal counsel, and the gestational carrier herself. Canadian law (the Assisted Human Reproduction Act) permits altruistic surrogacy only, meaning carriers can be reimbursed for receipted expenses but cannot be paid a fee. Provincial rules vary on parentage declarations, agency requirements, and the legal process to establish the intended parents on the birth certificate. The clinics below have experience navigating these regulations and partnering with Canada's leading surrogacy agencies and ART lawyers.
What to look for
- Experience coordinating with Canadian surrogacy agencies and ART (assisted reproductive technology) lawyers
- Clear protocols for medical screening of the gestational carrier
- Familiarity with provincial parentage law (especially Ontario, BC, and Alberta where most arrangements occur)
- Ability to support international intended parents traveling to Canada
- Counselling and emotional support for both intended parents and gestational carrier
66 Surrogacy clinics in Canada
OriginElle Fertility Clinic (Ottawa)
Ottawa, ON
Frequently Asked Questions
Is surrogacy legal in Canada?▼
Yes — but only altruistic surrogacy. Under the Assisted Human Reproduction Act (AHRA), it is illegal to pay a surrogate a fee. Reimbursement of receipted, pregnancy-related expenses (medical, travel, lost wages while on bedrest, etc.) is permitted. Commercial surrogacy is prohibited.
How much does surrogacy cost in Canada?▼
Total costs typically range from $80,000 to $150,000+ when factoring in agency fees, legal fees, IVF and embryo transfer, carrier expense reimbursement, insurance, and counselling. Costs vary significantly by province and arrangement.
How long does the surrogacy process take?▼
From initial agency match to baby in arms typically takes 18 to 36 months. Matching with a carrier alone can take 6 to 18 months due to limited carrier availability in Canada.
Do I need to use the same clinic as my surrogate?▼
Not necessarily — but most arrangements use one clinic for embryo creation and either the same or a clinic local to the carrier for monitoring and transfer. Coordination experience matters here.
Can same-sex couples and single parents use surrogacy in Canada?▼
Yes. Canadian law and most provincial parentage rules accommodate same-sex couples and single intended parents pursuing surrogacy.
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