FAQs
Common questions regarding Surrogacy in Canada
Surrogacy in Canada can be seen as a complicated process. Through years of working with Intended Parents, and guiding them through their surrogacy journeys in Canada, we noted down these common questions that we answer frequently. We also have the FAQs for our Masterclass. This is just the shortlist!
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Surrogacy FAQs
Surrogacy is an arrangement (commercially or altruistically) whereby a woman (Surrogate) agrees to gestate for others (Intended Parents) to raise. The Surrogate will carry a fetus in her womb from conception to birth. Depending on the type of surrogacy arrangement, the child born through surrogacy may or may not be genetically linked to the Surrogate.
Yes, surrogacy in Canada is a legal pregnancy system.
Yes, surrogacy in altruistic in Canada.
Yes, Canada is extremely progressive and is extremely open to all types of people. You can go on a Canadian surrogacy journey regardless of whether you are single, partnered, married, a heterosexual or on any of the LGBTQIA+ spectrum.
The cost to have a child through surrogacy varies from person to person. Your specific situation is different from the next individual. Contact us to discuss what you’re looking for, and we will explain the costs involved.
Typically, the length of time from the day you start your journey can be anywhere from 1.5–3 years. However, there are many factors affecting the length of time, and every surrogacy journey is unique to everyone.
No, surrogacy in Canada is an altruistic process. The Assisted Human Reproduction Act (AHRA) in Canada criminalizes commercial surrogacy in Canada and states that Egg Donors and Surrogates can’t be paid, however, they have to be reimbursed for all egg donations or pregnancy-related expenses.
That is considered a traditional surrogacy process. It is uncommon for Egg Donors to be the same as the Surrogate due to the different requirements for both parties. International Intended Parents tend to have both parties separate, bringing it in line with a gestational surrogacy process.
In Canada, there are generally three types of Egg Donors – Known, Anonymous, and Semi-Anonymous. 18 years of age is allowed to reach out to the original Egg Donor agency to request information about the donor, which the agency will reach out to the donor to ask if she is willing to disclose her identity.
No, as surrogacy in Canada is an altruistic process, it is illegal for Egg Donors and Surrogates to receive any monetary benefits from their matched Intended Parents throughout their journey. Any small tokens of appreciation such as flowers or chocolates may be given, but it is best to consult your surrogacy agency before sending any gifts.
Yes, in most Canadian provinces you and your partner’s details will appear on the birth certificate regardless of whether you are single, partnered, married, a heterosexual or on any of the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. Getting both the Intended Parents onto the Birth Certificate will depend on which province the baby is born in.
Every Surrogate is unique. The surrogacy agency that you decide to work with will match you with someone with the same ideas and desires for their journey as you. For example, if you would like to be a big part of the surrogacy process and want lots of contact from the Surrogate, your surrogacy agency will make it a point to find a Surrogate who also wants the same.
Masterclass FAQs
Booking a consultation is the perfect way to get started. We will have a Masterclass to guide you on what you need to know to begin the journey of parenthood on the right foot.
Canada Surrogacy Consultants gives you complete unbiased guidance to assist you to get through the Canadian surrogacy process successfully and smoothly. We’re here to help you avoid mistakes and streamline the process to ultimately build the perfect family you want.
We are not a concierge service whereby we see your journey from beginning to end. We strongly believe that a concierge-service model does not work well.
That is why Canada Surrogacy Consultants is founded – to give Intended Parents all the knowledge and the immediate guidance to navigate the entire journey.
Of course, you can. Even though the Masterclass is designed for Australians, most of the information provided to future parents is definitely applicable to you. Some information may not apply, and we will advise you on that during our free 45-minute consultation.
After completion the Masterclass of Surrogacy in Canada, you will be fully armed with all the information that you need to get through your surrogacy journey smoothly and with less stress. You will know what you need to do at whichever stage you are in, and will know how to navigate it effectively. The Masterclass is designed in a way that you will be able to be the captain of your own journey and shouldn’t require any hand-holding or follow-ups.
That said, should you prefer to have more contact with us or need further advice after the Masterclass, you can let us know during the free consultation, during the Masterclass, or after completing the Masterclass. We can tailor follow-up sessions at specific major stages of your surrogacy journey or have ad hoc sessions whenever you require. We are flexible in the way we continue our services after completing the Masterclass.
If you wish for an ad hoc follow-up session, contact us via email or through the Contact Form to request. We charge a small fee for ad hoc calls. Enquire with us!
If you still have any questions or queries about Surrogacy in Canada, don’t hesitate to contact us and request your free 45-minute consultation from Canada Surrogacy Consultants. If you like, you can learn more about Egg Donation and Surrogacy in Canada here.
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