Meet Matthew G. and Matthew K.! They live in Vancouver, BC where Matthew G. works as a Branch Manager at Business Development Bank of Canada and Matthew K. works as a Mortgage Broker. Matthew K.’s sister is their egg donor and a both of their families are huge supporters of their journey to parenthood. They are both very sweet and hope to have a good connect with their surrogate.

“We are looking forward to regular check-ins and we want to make sure that our surrogate feels supported at all times. We will be available and regular interactions would be appreciated, but we want to be sensitive to the surrogate wishes and preferences as well. Ideally we would support each other through the whole journey.”

- Matthew and Matthew, Intended Fathers

You could be the one to help this incredible couple. Being a surrogate is one of the most fulfilling journeys you will ever experience. You aren’t just creating parents, but grandparents, siblings, aunts and uncles. You are changing an entire family and making dreams a reality.

Quick overview on a few things you need to know about becoming a surrogate in Canada:

You must be a female of 21-49 years of age
Have delivered one or more child(ren) of your own
Have experienced healthy pregnancies and births
Lead a healthy lifestyle and be physically/mentally healthy in general

Surrogates in Canada are:

Reimbursed all of their expenses. (average $20,000-30,000)
Can apply for 15 weeks of maternity leave (if eligible)
Have independent legal representation and a legal contract
Will travel to the Intended Parents clinic - all costs covered

Intended parents are people that cannot have children without your help. We have intended parents all over the world that are waiting for you. YOU could be the one that helps them have their dream of a family!

To get started on your path as a surrogate, please email welcome@jasurrogacy.com or visit our Surrogates or Surrogate FAQs page to learn more.