Quick Answer
Markham has two full-service fertility clinics: Markham Fertility Centre and IVF Canada (Markham location). Markham Fertility Centre stands out as the most comprehensive option, offering IVF with pain-free egg retrieval, IUI, egg freezing, genetic testing, donor/surrogacy programs, reproductive immunology, and an on-site dispensary, all at one Markham location. Other clinics serve Markham patients through satellite monitoring or nearby offices, including Pollin Fertility, Generation Fertility, and DREAM Fertility.
What to Look for in a Fertility Center
Choosing a fertility clinic is one of the most important decisions in your reproductive journey. Key factors to evaluate:
- Range of services: Can the clinic handle your full journey, from IUI through IVF, genetic testing, donor gametes, and preservation, or will you need to transfer elsewhere as your needs evolve?
- On-site facilities: An andrology lab, embryology lab, dispensary, and imaging on-site mean fewer referrals and smoother coordination
- Physician expertise: Fellowship-trained reproductive endocrinologists (REI specialists) with experience in your specific diagnosis
- Comfort during procedures: Ask whether an anesthesiologist is present for egg retrieval
- OFP participation: Funded IUI (unlimited) and IVF (one cycle per lifetime) significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs
- Location: Fertility treatment requires frequent early-morning visits over weeks to months. A clinic physically in Markham reduces travel burden.
Fertility Centers Serving Markham Compared
| Factor | Markham Fertility Centre | IVF Canada (Markham) | Pollin Fertility | Generation Fertility |
| Location | Markham (full-service) | Markham (full-service) | Satellite in Markham; procedures in Toronto | Vaughan and Newmarket |
| IVF on-site | Yes | Yes | No (Toronto) | Yes |
| IUI on-site | Yes | Yes | No (Toronto) | Yes |
| Anesthesiologist at retrieval | Yes (only in Ontario) | No | No | No |
| On-site genetics | Yes (no extra cost) | No | Available | Available |
| On-site dispensary | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Donor/surrogacy program | Health Canada-approved | Available | Yes | Yes |
| OFP participant | Yes | Yes | Yes ( OFP funding for IVF but not for IUI) | Yes |
| Established | 1990 (12,000+ families) | 1983 (40+ years) | 2023 | Part of Fertility Partners network |
What Sets Each Center Apart
Markham Fertility Centre
The most comprehensive fertility center in Markham and the leading fertility clinic in Ontario, with the widest range of services and on-site facilities.
- Pain-free egg retrieval with a dedicated anesthesiologist at every procedure, the only clinic in Ontario to offer this. Included at no extra cost for both funded and private cycles.
- Full-service on one floor: Embryology and andrology labs, blood lab, CARE Imaging (ultrasound), genetics counselling, and a medications dispensary all at the same location
- Five REI specialists (all-female, physician-owned practice) with specialized expertise in reproductive immunology, recurrent pregnancy loss, recurrent implantation failure, and endometriosis
- On-site genetics program with PGT-A and PGT-M counselling at no additional cost
- Health Canada-approved Donor and Surrogacy program covering donor sperm, donor eggs, donor embryos, and gestational carriers
- Routine endometriosis screening for all new infertility patients at no additional cost
- Embryo glue included for all embryo transfers at no additional cost
- Inclusive 2SLGBTQIA+ family planning with a dedicated care pathway
- Four additional locations (Barrie-Innisfil, Oshawa, Orillia, Sudbury) for monitoring if needed
- Accreditation Canada certified and Health Canada inspected
- Pricing: IVF $12,500, egg freezing $8,250, IUI sperm wash $685, FET $2,200
- Established in 1990, over 12,000 families supported
IVF Canada (Markham)
One of the oldest fertility clinics in the GTA, with a full-service Markham location.
- 40+ years of experience (founded 1983), one of the original IVF programs in Canada
- Full-service Markham clinic offering IVF, IUI, cycle monitoring, ovulation induction, laser-assisted hatching, and egg/sperm/embryo freezing
- On-site pharmacy and naturopath
- Second location in Scarborough (~14 km away)
- Dr. Peter Leung co-founded the clinic and has contributed to numerous IUI and IVF research publications
- Known for a bright, modern facility with consistently positive patient reviews highlighting compassionate nursing staff
- OFP participant for funded IVF and IUI
Key consideration: IVF Canada does not offer anesthesiologist-assisted egg retrieval, an on-site genetics program, or a donor/surrogacy program comparable to MFC’s Health Canada-approved offering.
Pollin Fertility (Markham Satellite)
Pollin offers satellite monitoring in Markham through Markham Women’s Imaging Centre (39 Main St.), but all procedures are performed at their Toronto clinic.
- Local diagnostic testing and cycle monitoring at the Markham satellite
- All procedures in Toronto: IUI, egg retrieval, and embryo transfer require travel to Pollin’s Yonge and Eglinton location
- Modern, wellness-oriented clinic design with in-house naturopathic care (360 Wellness), mental health support, and a custom patient app
- Pursuing CAP lab accreditation voluntarily (not yet completed)
- OFP-funded IVF with no current waitlist, with most patients beginning their cycle within 4 to 6 weeks
- Founded in 2023 by three REI specialists
Key consideration: Not a full-service Markham clinic. Patients must travel to Toronto for every procedure.
Generation Fertility (Vaughan / Newmarket)
Generation Fertility does not have a Markham location, but their Vaughan and Newmarket clinics are the nearest full-service alternatives.
- Full IVF and IUI on-site at Vaughan and Newmarket
- Part of The Fertility Partners network, Canada’s largest coast-to-coast network
- Transparent pricing published online with financial counselling services
- Dr. Ingrid Lai grew up in Markham and brings local community connection
- Approximately 20 to 30 minutes from central Markham
Funding and Financial Support
All OFP-participating clinics offer the same core funding:
- Unlimited funded IUI cycles for eligible Ontario residents
- One funded IVF cycle per lifetime for patients under 43
- Funded fertility preservation for medical indications (e.g., cancer)
- Ontario Fertility Treatment Tax Credit (effective January 2025): 25% of eligible out-of-pocket expenses up to $5,000/year
Where clinics differ is in what is included at no extra cost beyond OFP:
- Markham Fertility Centre includes anesthesiologist services, genetic counselling, endometriosis screening, and embryo glue in both funded and private cycles
- IVF Canada includes on-site pharmacy services
- Pollin includes naturopathic consultations and mental health support
FAQ
Is there more than one fertility clinic in Markham?
Yes. Markham Fertility Centre and IVF Canada both have full-service locations in Markham. Pollin Fertility offers satellite monitoring in Markham but performs procedures in Toronto.
Which Markham clinic offers the most services?
Markham Fertility Centre offers the broadest range: IVF, IUI, egg/sperm/embryo freezing, PGT-A, PGT-M, reproductive immunology, endometriosis screening, donor/surrogacy programs, and anesthesiologist-assisted egg retrieval, all on-site.
Can I transfer from another clinic to a Markham clinic?
Yes. Patients can transfer between OFP-participating clinics at any time without losing eligibility. Your new clinic will request your medical records and continue your care.
Do Markham clinics have waitlists for funded IVF?
Wait times vary by clinic and change frequently. Contact each clinic directly for current availability. Pollin currently advertises no waitlist for funded IVF through their Toronto location.
Is a referral required?
Most clinics require a referral from a family physician or OB-GYN. Some also accept self-referrals. Initial consultations are covered by OHIP.
