Fertility Matters 6K
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About the race
The Fertility Matters 6K (FM6K) is a national community movement that advocates for accessible and equitable fertility and family-building care in Canada. The event is scheduled for October 3 and 4, 2026, and offers both local in-person movements and the option to move anywhere in Canada.
The chosen distance is 6K, which symbolizes the 1 in 6 Canadians who face challenges building their families. Participants may walk, wheel, run, or move in another way; every movement supports awareness and fundraising efforts. The event has a stated fundraising goal of $200,000 and directs funds to fertility and family-building awareness, education, and advocacy.
Organizers report advocacy outcomes including a federal commitment to fund up to $20,000 for IVF, and work that has contributed to new provincial programs and tax credits in Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, and Yukon, as well as support for British Columbia’s first publicly funded fertility program. The movement also engages with policymakers and is recognized as a stakeholder by Health Canada.
Social activities around the event include social media challenges and hashtags such as #FM6K #WhyWeMove and #Moveforthe1in6. Participation options include joining an in-person movement or taking part virtually across Canada. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
