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Fertility Glossary

Donor reimbursement

Repaying a donor's receipted expenses — the only payment permitted in Canada.

Canadian law & regulation

The Reimbursement Related to Assisted Human Reproduction Regulations set out which categories of expenditure may be reimbursed to donors and surrogates, and require receipts. Paying a fee, or offering payment, is a federal offence. Keep clear records, and take legal advice before agreeing any arrangement.

Also known as: expenses, reimbursing a donor, paying a donor

Sources

  • Health Canada — Assisted Human Reproduction Act and Reimbursement Related to Assisted Human Reproduction Regulations

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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