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Fertility Glossary

Medicare (Canada)

Canada's publicly funded health insurance, administered by each province and territory.

Canadian healthcare & funding

Medically necessary physician and hospital services are insured under provincial plans within the framework of the Canada Health Act. Many fertility services — treatment cycles, laboratory work and medications — fall outside insured services in most provinces, even though the consultation itself is covered.

Also known as: public health insurance, provincial health plan, Canada Health Act

Sources

  • Health Canada
  • Provincial and territorial ministries of health (confirm current programme terms)

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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