Are MedLetter documents legitimate?

Yes. Every letter is reviewed and signed by a physician registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA). Our documents include the physician's CPSA registration number, official letterhead, and signature.

How quickly will I receive my letter?

Most letters are delivered within 2-4 hours during business hours. Some complex requests may take up to 24 hours.

What provinces does MedLetter serve?

MedLetter serves patients in Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario. Our physicians are licensed with the CPSA, CPSBC, and CPSO respectively, providing medical documents to patients within their jurisdictions.

What is an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter?

An ESA letter is an official document from a licensed physician stating that you have a mental health condition that benefits from the companionship of an emotional support animal. This letter can be used for housing accommodation requests.

How much does a sick note cost?

A sick note from MedLetter costs $49 CAD. This is a one-time flat fee with no hidden costs.

How to Get a Doctor's Note in BC Without a Family Doctor

Over 900,000 British Columbians don't have a family doctor. Here are your options for getting a sick note when you're ill.

## BC's Family Doctor Shortage Over 900,000 British Columbians don't have a family doctor. Getting a sick note can feel impossible. ## Option 1: Walk-In Clinics Drawbacks: 2-4 hour wait times, limited hours, travel while sick, some clinics no longer accepting walk-ins. ## Option 2: Urgent Care Centres Designed for conditions needing same-day attention — not routine sick notes. Using them for documentation wastes resources. ## Option 3: Telehealth Services BC's 811 line provides advice but typically cannot issue sick notes. ## Option 4: Online Sick Note Services MedLetter is designed for BC residents without family doctors. CPSBC-registered physicians issue sick notes based on a 5-minute online assessment. No appointment, no wait times, delivery within 6 hours by email. At $49, often cheaper than transportation and lost work time from a clinic visit.