Completed transaction positions TFP to accelerate strategic growth and investment across its Canadian network
TORONTO, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Fertility Partners (“TFP”), Canada’s largest network of fertility clinics, today announced the completion of the sale of Illume Fertility (“Illume”), a fertility practice serving patients across Connecticut and New York, to IVI RMA North America (“IVI RMA”).
The transaction, which closed on September 3, 2026, reflects a deliberate portfolio decision that enables TFP to focus its capital, resources, and leadership attention more fully on strategic growth opportunities across Canada. Illume has joined IVI RMA North America’s growing network of fertility clinics, laboratories, and reproductive medicine providers across the United States.
“Illume has built a strong reputation for clinical excellence and genuine compassion for patients,” said Heather Stark, Chief Executive Officer of TFP. “We are proud of what the Illume team has accomplished and confident that IVI RMA is the right home for their next chapter. For TFP, this is about focus. Our strongest opportunities are here in Canada, and this transaction allows us to put our full attention on building the leading fertility network in the country.”
TFP, Illume, and IVI RMA worked closely throughout the closing process to support continuity for patients, physicians, employees, and partners. The transaction reinforces TFP’s long-term commitment to growth, clinical quality, operational excellence, and patient experience across its Canadian network.
“We see significant opportunity ahead for TFP and the patients and communities we serve,” added Stark. “We will continue investing in the capabilities, infrastructure, and technology that strengthen access, improve clinical outcomes, and support the long-term evolution of fertility care in Canada.”
About The Fertility Partners
The Fertility Partners (TFP) is Canada’s largest network of fertility clinics, committed to advancing patient-centred fertility care through clinical excellence, collaboration and innovation. TFP brings together leading fertility clinics and IVF laboratories across Canada, leveraging shared expertise, technology and scale to improve access to care, enhance the patient experience and advance reproductive outcomes. Learn more at thefertilitypartners.com
About IVI RMA North America
IVI RMA North America is part of IVI RMA Global, the world’s leading Reproductive Medicine group committed to providing evidence-based fertility solutions to patients seeking treatment anywhere in the world. IVI RMA Global employs more than 5,000 people across 200+ locations in 15 countries. Learn more at rmanetwork.com and ivirma.com.
About Illume Fertility
Illume Fertility is a leading fertility practice serving patients across Connecticut and the surrounding region. Illume provides comprehensive reproductive medicine services including IVF, fertility preservation, donor and third-party reproduction, and advanced reproductive technologies, with a focus on compassionate, individualized patient care.
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