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About Canadian Fertility Consulting

Canadian Fertility Consulting is a premier Canadian agency specializing in gestational surrogacy and third-party reproduction, renowned for its inclusive approach and comprehensive support for intended parents globally. They are a leading fertility consultancy in Canada.

Core treatments: Egg donation, IVF with donor eggs, surrogacy, and sperm banking. Clinical focus and indications: Guiding intended parents of all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+, single, heterosexual, infertile, and HIV-positive individuals, through complex third-party reproduction journeys.

Founded in 2007 by an experienced gestational surrogate, Canadian Fertility Consulting distinguishes itself with a "no-barriers" promise and a robust network of over 300 active surrogates. Patients consistently praise the dedicated case-management team and continuous support, making the surrogacy journey meaningful and well-guided.

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    5 positives of the clinic
    1. **Personalized Support:** CFC is known for providing individualized support to surrogates and intended parents, ensuring they feel valued and cared for throughout the journey. Surrogates often express feeling like part of a family rather than just a number in a database. 2. **Empathetic Staff:** Many reviewers highlight the compassionate and understanding nature of the staff, particularly Leia, who goes above and beyond to assist surrogates with any concerns or needs. 3. **Community Atmosphere:** CFC fosters a strong sisterhood among surrogates, encouraging emotional connections and friendships that often last beyond the surrogacy experience. 4. **Professionalism:** The clinic has been praised for its professionalism, efficiency, and thorough processes, which help simplify the oftentimes complex surrogacy process for both surrogates and intended parents. 5. **Successful Outcomes:** Numerous surrogates report positive outcomes and joy from participating in the surrogacy journey with CFC, resulting in the creation of families and fulfillment of personal goals.

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    5 negatives of the clinic
    1. **Long Wait Times:** Some clients note that there can be significant waiting periods for intended parents due to a high demand for surrogacies and a limited number of available surrogates. 2. **Inconsistent Experiences:** While many reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a few clients report experiences involving mismatched expectations and difficulties in communication, leading to frustrations. 3. **Concerns Over Candidate Management:** There are occasional complaints regarding the vetting process for surrogates, with some clients feeling uncertain about the readiness and commitment of matched candidates. 4. **Financial Misunderstandings:** A number of reviews mention dissatisfaction related to clarity in fees and reimbursements, with some clients expressing that financial expectations were not adequately communicated. 5. **Mixed Experience Levels:** Some potential clients have expressed concerns over experiences indicating they might not receive the same supportive treatment afforded to others, leading to perceptions of inconsistency in service quality.
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Canadian Fertility Consulting — Patient Reviews

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1 month ago
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Anything hosted by CFC/Sacred Surrogacy is always a wonderful experience. So much joy, love, laughter and sisterhood!!!!

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C*** C.
1 month ago
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It has been a pleasure to be a part of CFC, and the magical gift of growing life. I couldn't be happier with my match and how they support us through every step of the way. The retreat they held…

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4 months ago
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Our journey with CFC changed our lives forever. Today, we are completely in love with our daughter and endlessly grateful to everyone who helped make our dream of becoming parents come true. Now…

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A*** P.
9 months ago
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We are Zied and Arnaud, a French couple going through a surrogacy journey in Canada. Working with CFC has been a very positive experience so far. Surrogacy is a long and sometimes challenging…

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J*** J.
9 months ago
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On December 2, 2025, our daughter was born through surrogacy. Throughout this process, we were guided by the team at Canadian Fertility Consulting (CFC). Leia Swanburg and the entire team were an…

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T*** H.
11 months ago
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Becoming a surrogate was one of the most meaningful experiences of my life, and choosing to work with CFC made all the difference. From the very beginning, their team was there every step of the way…

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G*** L.
1 year ago
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Our first baby was born through surrogacy in Canada earlier this year. We have chosen Canadian Fertility Consulting as our agency to help us with the process and match us with a lovely surrogate. All…

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M*** B.
1 year ago
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CFC held our hand, confidently and caringly, through the process of meeting our surrogate who became our friend and who delivered our baby recently. IVF for us was a process of ups and downs, and the…

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D*** H.
1 year ago
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The CFC team is genuinely caring with ongoing support. Leia provided honest and direct communication. The journey had many ups and downs but the team was supportive.

My partner and I have been on our surrogacy journey with CFC. We chose CFC and Canada because of their values and commitment to caring for all those involved. Along the journey we have had many ups…

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J*** H.
1 year ago
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Excellent support from Leia and her team. Prioritizing surrogate's well-being made them a great partner. Helping through difficult journeys.

We have been intended parent clients with CFC since 2020 with two journeys. Leia and her amazing team could not have been more helpful or supportive - practically and emotionally. Our journeys have…

Canadian Fertility Consulting — FAQ

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Canadian Fertility Consulting welcomes single women who wish to pursue fertility treatment, including gestational surrogacy and egg donation pathways. The agency’s inclusive policy explicitly supports solo mothers, offering personalized matching with surrogates, access to top IVF specialists, and comprehensive counseling to address the unique emotional and logistical needs of single parents. CFC’s surrogate‑centered model ensures that single women receive the same level of medical, legal, and financial support as any other intended parent, facilitating a smooth and empowering journey toward building their families.

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