Gig Workers: Get a Sick Note Online in BC

Gig workers, freelancers, and independent contractors in BC often need medical documentation too, for clients, platforms, or income protection claims.

BC's gig economy is massive, rideshare drivers, food delivery, freelancers, contractors. When you get sick, you don't have traditional sick leave. But you may still need documentation: for platform dispute resolution, client deadline extensions, income protection insurance claims, or CRA medical expense deductions. MedLetter provides fast, legitimate documentation that works for all these purposes.

Challenges

• No Employer Sick Leave: Gig workers don't get paid sick days. Every day you're sick is lost income. You can't afford to also lose a full day at a walk-in clinic.
• Platform Penalties: Uber, DoorDash, and other platforms may penalize you for missed shifts without documentation. A sick note protects your account standing.
• Client Deadlines: Freelancers need medical justification for missed deadlines. Without documentation, you risk losing clients and reputation.
• Insurance Claims: Income protection insurance requires medical documentation to process claims. No note = no payout.
• CRA Deductions: Medical expenses and income loss due to illness may be tax-deductible, but you need documentation to claim them.
• Time is Money: Spending 3-5 hours at a walk-in clinic means even more lost income on top of your sick day. MedLetter takes 5 minutes.

FAQ

Will Uber/DoorDash accept this note?

Yes. Platform dispute resolution teams accept documentation from licensed physicians. Our notes are issued by CPSBC-registered physicians.

Can I use this for an insurance claim?

Yes. Our notes are legitimate medical documentation suitable for income protection, disability, or other insurance claims.

I'm a freelancer, do I even need a sick note?

It depends on your client contracts. Some clients require medical documentation for deadline extensions. It's also useful for insurance claims and CRA deductions.

Can the note cover multiple missed days?

Yes. Indicate the dates you were unable to work in your submission, and the physician will provide appropriate documentation.