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.

Ottawa Walk-In Clinics vs Online Sick Notes: Capital Region Guide

Ottawa's walk-in clinics face 3-5 hour waits, especially in Kanata, Barrhaven, and Orleans. Online alternatives are faster for common illnesses.

Ottawa Walk-In Clinic Wait Times

Ottawa's suburban sprawl creates unique healthcare access challenges. Many residents in Kanata, Barrhaven, Orleans, and Stittsville face 3-5 hour waits at walk-in clinics, with limited options outside the downtown core.

Wait Times by Ottawa Area

Centretown/Glebe: 2-3 hours. More options but high demand from government workers. Kanata: 3-5 hours. Rapid growth has outpaced clinic capacity. Barrhaven: 4-5 hours. Very few walk-in options for 100,000+ residents. Orleans: 3-4 hours. East-end residents have limited choices. Nepean: 2-4 hours. Moderate options along Merivale Road.

Online Sick Notes for Government Workers

Ottawa's large federal workforce often needs sick notes for even single-day absences. Online services are particularly popular with government employees who need documentation quickly and can't afford to lose additional work hours sitting in a waiting room.