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.

Is this service available outside Alberta?

No. This service is exclusively for Alberta residents. Our physicians are licensed with the CPSA and can only provide medical documents to patients within their jurisdiction.

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 in Airdrie & Cochrane: Fast-Growing Communities, Slow Healthcare

Airdrie and Cochrane are among Canada's fastest-growing communities — but healthcare hasn't kept up. Here's how to get a sick note without the 4+ hour wait.

## Sick Notes in Airdrie & Cochrane: Growing Pains Airdrie (population 75,000+) and Cochrane (population 35,000+) are among the fastest-growing communities in Canada. Both cities have doubled in population over the past 15 years, but healthcare infrastructure has not kept pace. The result? Some of the longest walk-in clinic waits in the Calgary region. ### Airdrie: Canada's Fastest-Growing City Airdrie has been one of Canada's fastest-growing cities for over a decade: - Population doubled from 35,000 to 75,000+ since 2010 - Only 3-4 walk-in clinics serve the entire city - Wait times regularly exceed 4-5 hours - Many residents drive to north Calgary (Crowfoot, Country Hills) adding 20+ minutes - The Airdrie Urgent Care Centre has limited hours **Why it's worse in Airdrie:** - Most residents commute to Calgary for work (30-40 min each way) - Taking a sick day to sit in a clinic means losing an entire day - Evening/weekend clinic availability is minimal - The physician-to-population ratio is well below Alberta's average ### Cochrane: Mountain Town Growing Pains Cochrane faces similar challenges with a smaller-town feel: - Population has tripled since 2000 - Very limited walk-in clinic options - Nearest hospital is Rockyview General in Calgary (25-minute drive) - Many residents are young families with both parents working **Cochrane's unique situation:** - Tourism and recreation workers face irregular schedules - The town's growth has attracted families but not enough doctors - Winter driving conditions make the trip to Calgary clinics even less appealing ### The Math Doesn't Work For an Airdrie or Cochrane resident who needs a sick note: **Traditional route:** - Drive to clinic: 10-30 minutes - Wait at clinic: 3-5 hours - Drive home: 10-30 minutes - **Total time: 4-6 hours** - **Total cost: Gas + parking + lost wages** **MedLetter route:** - Fill out online form: 5 minutes - Wait for delivery: 1-4 hours (while resting at home) - **Total active time: 5 minutes** - **Total cost: $49** ### Major Employers in Airdrie & Cochrane **Airdrie employers requiring sick notes:** - CrossIron Mills (retail workers) - Rocky View County - City of Airdrie - Various Calgary commuter employers (energy, finance, tech) - Amazon (Balzac fulfillment centre nearby) **Cochrane employers requiring sick notes:** - Town of Cochrane - Spray Lake Sawmills - Tourism/recreation businesses - Various Calgary commuter employers ### Get Your Sick Note Without Leaving Home MedLetter is the practical choice for Airdrie and Cochrane residents: - **No drive to Calgary** — 100% online - **No clinic wait** — form takes 5 minutes - **Same-day delivery** — official sick note in 1-4 hours - **CPSA physician** — accepted by all employers - **$49** — less than the gas and time cost of driving to a Calgary clinic [Get Your Sick Note Now — $49, Same Day Delivery](/get-started/sick_note)