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.

Sick Notes for BC Gig Workers: DoorDash, Uber, and Beyond

Gig workers in BC face a fundamental challenge: most don't have traditional sick leave benefits. Learn when documentation can still help you.

## The Gig Worker Dilemma Gig workers — DoorDash, Uber, Skip the Dishes, Instacart, freelancers — mostly don't have traditional sick leave benefits. ## Do Gig Workers Need Sick Notes? Documentation can be valuable for: - Tax purposes (documenting inability to earn) - Insurance claims - Platform disputes (account flagged for inactivity) - Personal records ## BC's Evolving Gig Worker Protections BC has been expanding protections. Having medical documentation creates a paper trail as new protections are implemented. ## Income Protection Strategies - Private disability insurance - Emergency savings (2 weeks of expenses) - Income diversification across platforms - Understanding EI sickness benefits eligibility ## Affordable Documentation MedLetter provides $49 sick notes — often more affordable than a walk-in clinic visit when you factor in lost earning time.