How do I know my application has been submitted?
When we are processing your appointment window we will send you consents to fill out and start the application process. Once we receive your signed consents back, we will submit your application and notify you by email. Please see our website for updates on the appointment window of applications we are processing.
Can I apply my funding to previous treatment cycles?
No, funding can not be used to reimburse previous cycles or outstanding invoices. Funding can only be applied to cycles started AFTER your funding application is approved and your clinic has notified you of your funding amount and next steps.
Can I start treatment as soon as I receive funding?
Because the Ministry of Health allocates funds quarterly, you should not expect to start treatment right away. Once you receive your approval you will be notified of next steps.
Does my funding expire?
Yes, you have one year from the date of approval to use your funding.
Can I use funding for medications?
Yes, you can use your funding for medications as long as they are purchased through Olive’s pharmacy/dispensary. This is a Ministry of Health guideline and more information can be found on their website. Funding can not be used for reimbursement for medications purchased through your local pharmacy.
What treatment is eligible for funding?
- Components of a standard IVF cycle (including orientation, sperm wash, egg retrieval, blastocyst culture and single embryo transfer; fresh or frozen)
- Components of a standard IVF cycle with previously frozen eggs
- Frozen embryo transfer (FET) using previously frozen embryos
- Required cycle medications when obtained through the participating B.C. fertility clinic associated with your application
- Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
- Additional one-at-a-time embryo transfer
- Embryo storage for up to one year
- Repeated treatment components (within 12-month timeline)
What is NOT eligible for funding?
- Retroactive funding or reimbursements of previous treatment cycles including outstanding balances. Funding can NOT be applied to any treatment started or completed before approval of funding. There are no exceptions.
- Egg Freezing or embryo creation for preservation and any related services
- Non-IVF fertility interventions (e.g., IUI, HyCoSy, Saline Sono Hysteroscopy(SIS), Specialized sperm testing) and fertility assessments and investigations beyond what is covered by MSP
- Sperm Freezing
- Costs associated with buying donor eggs and/or donor sperm
