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.

Ontario Summer Heat: Sick Notes for Heat-Related Illness

Ontario summers bring extreme heat events that can cause heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Learn when you need a sick note and your rights as a worker.

## Summer Heat and Worker Health in Ontario Ontario summers regularly bring extreme heat events, with humidex values exceeding 40°C in southern Ontario. ## When Heat Illness Warrants a Sick Note - Heat exhaustion requiring recovery time - Heat stroke (medical emergency — seek immediate care) - Dehydration affecting work performance - Pre-existing conditions exacerbated by heat - Medication interactions with heat exposure ## Outdoor Worker Protections Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act requires employers to protect workers from heat stress. If protections are inadequate, you may have grounds for a WSIB claim. ## Vulnerable Workers - Construction workers - Landscapers and agricultural workers - Warehouse workers without AC - Delivery drivers - Workers on medication affecting heat tolerance ## Getting Documentation MedLetter provides within 6 hours sick notes from CPSO-registered physicians for heat-related illness.