Public Involvement

The Assisted Human Reproduction Implementation Office (AHRIO) is committed to ensuring meaningful public involvement in the regulatory policy development under the Assisted Human Reproduction Act. AHRIO will involve provinces, territories, stakeholders and other interested parties in the development of the components for the regulatory framework which is comprehensive, workable and protects the health and safety of those undergoing AHR treatments.

AHRIO public involvement activities will include technical briefings on the legislation, topic specific workshops, and formal consultations on proposed policy options. Activities may also include focus groups or other public opinion research. AHRIO will post information on this Web site regarding the scheduling and participation in these public involvement activities.

Reports of previous Public Invovement Initiatives are available in the Reports and Publications section.

In developing the components for the AHR regulatory framework, AHRIO will adhere to the Regulatory Policy of the Government of Canada.

Current Public Involvement Initiatives

During 2006-07, Health Canada will carry out consultations to develop the components for the regulatory framework under the Act. Regulations are an integral part of the Act and will govern the practice of AHR activities to ensure the protection of the health and safety of all those involved. The key areas for regulatory development are as follows:

• Clinical and laboratory practices, including clinical trials
• Consent
• Embryo research
• Health reporting information
• Information available from the Agency
• Inspection/enforcement framework
• Licensing
• Outcomes of assisted human reproduction procedures
• Preimplantation genetic diagnosis - PGD
• Reimbursement of expenditures
  • Frequently Asked Questions

For more information on the AHR regulatory framework please contact Health Canada's Assisted Human Reproduction Implementation Office.