Bone marrow, or stem cell, transplants are an important tool in the fight against certain types of blood cancers. Bone marrow donors, are, however, in short supply and waiting lists for patients who do not have a familial match are long. As a solution, some economists have proposed that bone marrow donors should be paid for donations. Currently, the Ontario Human Tissues Act prevents payment to bone marrow donors. Should the act be amended to allow compensation for bone marrow donors? Note that bone marrow regenerates, so a single donor can donate multiple times. Bone marrow extraction Is an uncomfortable procedure, but is done in outpatient setting, and recovery is usually quick