Olive Fertility Centre statement on Province of British Columbia publicly-funded IVF program

November 27, 2024

The Province of BC announced in February 2024 that a new publicly funded in-vitro fertilization (IVF) program will launch in April 2025, covering both treatment and medication for one cycle. Although no additional updates have been provided, the BC Ministry of Health has launched a dedicated page to provide the latest information. You can stay informed by visiting the BC Ministry of Health's IVF funding page, where updates will be posted as soon as they become available.

 

At this time, Olive Fertility does not yet have final details regarding the funding program, including eligibility criteria, age limits, or waitlist procedures. However, we anticipate that to qualify for funding, patients will need to have completed all required diagnostic testing and have had a consultation with a physician to confirm their eligibility.

 

To ensure you are in the best position to access funded treatment as soon as it becomes available, we strongly encourage you to complete diagnostic testing and schedule a consultation as soon as possible. If you have not yet booked a consultation with Olive Fertility, please visit our How to Book page to get started.

 

We will provide updates on our website and social media channels as soon as more information is available. In the meantime, please refrain from contacting the clinic directly for program details, as we are not able to offer specific guidance until more details are confirmed.

 

 

 

 

The Medical Services Plan (MSP) in BC continues to cover fertility consultations and most assessments for residents, as well as certain treatments, when referred by a family physician or virtual clinic.


For the official announcement made by the Province of BC regarding this initiative, please visit this link.

 

 

If you are struggling to conceive or have concerns about your fertility, we encourage you to book a full fertility assessment as soon as possible. It is particularly important to see a fertility specialist if you are age 37 or older, or have a known condition impacting your fertility.