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.

Kelowna Walk-In Clinics vs Online Sick Notes: Okanagan Options

Kelowna's healthcare crisis means walk-in waits of 3-5 hours. Online alternatives are increasingly popular for Okanagan residents.

Kelowna's Healthcare Access Challenge

The Kelowna area faces a severe physician shortage, with over 40,000 residents on waitlists for a family doctor. Walk-in clinics bear the brunt of this crisis, with wait times regularly exceeding 3-5 hours. During tourist season (June-September), waits can be even longer as the population swells.

Walk-In Options in Kelowna

Downtown Kelowna: 3-4 hours typical. Rutland: 3-5 hours, fewer clinics. West Kelowna: 4-5 hours, very limited options. Lake Country: No walk-in clinics, must drive to Kelowna.

Online Sick Notes for Okanagan Residents

For Kelowna residents with straightforward illnesses, online sick notes eliminate the need to spend half a day in a waiting room. A licensed BC physician can assess your symptoms and issue documentation in 15 minutes—particularly valuable for seasonal workers in tourism, agriculture, and hospitality who can't afford extended time off.