Sick Notes for Ontario Government Workers: OPS & Municipal
Ontario government workers (OPS and municipal) have specific sick leave provisions. Learn about documentation requirements and your enhanced benefits.
## Sick Leave for Ontario Government Workers
Ontario Public Service (OPS) and municipal employees typically have enhanced sick leave through collective agreements.
## OPS Sick Leave Provisions
- Typically 6 paid sick days per year (short-term)
- Long-term disability after exhausting short-term
- Sick note usually required after 3-5 consecutive days
- OPSEU collective agreement governs most positions
## Municipal Employee Variations
Each municipality has its own policies. Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, and other cities have different provisions.
## Documentation Requirements
- Usually required after 3-5 consecutive days
- Must confirm inability to work
- Cannot require specific diagnosis
- Employer typically pays for required notes
## Getting Documentation
MedLetter provides within 6 hours sick notes from CPSO-registered physicians accepted by all Ontario government employers.