Canadian law & regulation
The Assisted Human Reproduction Act prohibits selecting the sex of an embryo for non-medical reasons. Selection is permitted only to prevent, diagnose or treat a sex-linked disorder or disease.
Also known as: gender selection, family balancing
Related Canada guides
Sources
- Health Canada — Assisted Human Reproduction Act
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.