Can we choose the sex of our baby through surrogacy in Canada?

No. Under the Assisted Human Reproduction Act, choosing the sex of an embryo for non-medical reasons is prohibited in Canada. The exception is to prevent a serious sex-linked genetic disorder.

By Robyn Price

No. Under the Assisted Human Reproduction Act, choosing the sex of an embryo for non-medical reasons is prohibited in Canada. The exception is to prevent a serious sex-linked genetic disorder.

This is one of the questions I am asked often by families coming from countries where it is allowed. It is better to know before you begin.

Read more: The Legal Framework for Surrogacy in Canada.

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