Canadian Fertility Awareness Week
One voice
The 2024 theme for Canadian Fertility Awareness Week, "One Voice," resonates with the collective strength and unity of individuals and communities coming together to advocate for fertility awareness and support. The theme emphasizes the power of standing united as one voice, raising awareness, breaking stigmas, and promoting education surrounding fertility issues and reproductive health. "One Voice" aims to foster a sense of solidarity and empowerment among the 1 in 6 impacted by fertility challenges and those who support them, encouraging them to share their stories and advocate for better access to fertility resources and support.
Light the Night for Fertility Awareness
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2024 events
Canadian Fertility Show
April 20th
Join us at this year’s Canadian Fertility Show at the International Centre in Toronto! This event is an incredible opportunity for individuals and couples on their fertility journey to gather valuable information, connect with industry experts, and find support within the fertility community.
As part of our participation at the Canadian Fertility Show, we will host a series of workshops designed to provide in-depth knowledge, practical tips, and insights into various aspects of fertility. We are putting the finishing touches on these workshops and can't wait to reveal the details in the coming weeks. Follow our social media channels for the latest updates and workshop announcements.
An Afternoon of ART, Music & Real Talk About Fertility
April 21st
This day is all about exploring fertility in marginalized communities, so stay tuned for social media posts, webinars, and new episodes on Fertility in Focus. This is a great opportunity to learn how fertility uniquely impacts different folks. We will be highlighting the unique struggles that People of Color and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community face when it comes to starting families. We hope you'll join us as we explore this important topic together and share our posts with your audience!
Finding Your Voice Day
April 25th
Today is a day to celebrate the power of storytelling and encourage those with a fertility journey to share their stories in order to help others feel less alone. It can be hard to talk about fertility sometimes, but sharing your story has a huge ripple effect—you can help so many people feel less alone just by telling yours. Be sure to tag @fertility_canada so we can share your story with our audience.
Green Shirt Day & Light the Night
April 26th
The colour green symbolizes health, growth, life, and fertility. It evokes feelings of refreshment, peace, rest, and JOY. In Canada, we wear green to raise awareness, show support, and start important conversations about fertility, pregnancy, infant loss, and family-building.
Fertility Matters Canada (FMC) is literally giving you the Green Light! Join us as monuments across the country (locations TBD) light up GREEN on Wednesday, April 26th in support of you and your fertility story!
Fertility Awards Day
April 27th
For the first time ever, Fertility Matters Canada is celebrating the people who are making an impact in the fertility space. Our inaugural Fertility Matters Awards Day is a one-day event that will recognize and celebrate outstanding individuals and organizations who are committed to increasing equitable access to fertility care in Canada, excellence in patient care and support, and to promoting awareness of fertility and family-building. Join us on Thursday, April 27th at 7:00 PM EST for an evening of celebration and recognition. We'll be honoring those who have made significant contributions to the fertility community as well as recognizing amazing fertility experts! Details on where the live steam will be hosted will be coming soon.
Advocacy Day
April 28th
More details coming soon!
Donation Drive Day
April 29th
More details coming soon!
Wear Green
The colour green symbolizes health, growth, life, and fertility. It evokes feelings of refreshment, peace, rest, and JOY. In Canada, we wear green to raise awareness, show support, and start important conversations about fertility, pregnancy, infant loss, and family-building.
Fertility Matters Canada (FMC) is literally giving you the Green Light! Join us as monuments across the country light up GREEN on Thursday, April 25th, to support you and your fertility story!
Please visit our events section for a full list of cities and towns participating.
Ways to support FMC
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Your donation to our charity helps support the critical work that FMC does to support, educate, inform, and advocate for all Canadians needing fertility care.
Thanks to your generosity, here are some of the programs and services we provide:
- Canadian Fertility Awareness Week (CFAW)
- Fertility in Focus podcast
- Fertility Matters newsletter
- Online support groups
- Fertility Benefits Matter campaign
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