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 for Marmot Basin Ski Resort Workers | Online Same Day

Working at Marmot Basin and need a sick note? Here's how to get one without the 3+ hour hospital wait or 45-minute drive to Hinton.

## Sick Notes for Marmot Basin Ski Resort Workers Working at Marmot Basin and woke up too sick for your shift? Whether you're in lift operations, ski patrol, the rental shop, food services, or guest services, here's how to get a sick note without losing your entire day. ### The Marmot Basin Worker's Dilemma Marmot Basin is located 20 minutes south of Jasper townsite on Marmot Basin Road. If you're sick and need a doctor's note: - **Seton-Jasper Healthcare Centre** is your only option in Jasper — 3+ hour wait times - **No walk-in clinic** exists in Jasper - **Hinton Healthcare Centre** is 45 minutes from Jasper (over an hour from the ski hill) — 2+ hour wait - **If you live in staff accommodation at the resort**, you may not have a vehicle to get anywhere That's potentially an entire day lost just to get a piece of paper. ### MedLetter: The Marmot Basin Worker's Solution MedLetter provides official sick notes from a CPSA-registered physician for a flat $49: - **Complete a 5-minute form** from your phone in staff housing or your Jasper apartment - **Receive your signed sick note by email** within hours - **Forward it to your supervisor or HR** — done No driving. No waiting. No missing another shift to get a note for the shift you already missed. ### Accepted by Marmot Basin HR MedLetter sick notes are issued by a CPSA-registered physician on official letterhead. They include: - Physician's full name - CPSA registration number - Physician's signature - Date of assessment - Recommended absence period This is the same documentation you'd receive from Seton-Jasper Healthcare Centre or any Alberta clinic. Marmot Basin's HR department accepts medical documentation from any licensed Alberta physician. ### Common Scenarios for Marmot Basin Workers **Flu or cold during peak season:** Ski season means close quarters in staff housing, shared change rooms, and constant exposure to guests. When illness spreads through the team, you need a sick note fast — not a 3-hour hospital wait. **Injury off the hill:** Skiing, snowboarding, or hiking on your day off can lead to injuries that keep you off work. MedLetter provides sick notes for injuries that don't require emergency care but do require time off. **Food poisoning:** Common in staff housing situations. You need a note but you're too sick to drive anywhere. MedLetter delivers to your email from your bed. **Mental health day:** Seasonal work in an isolated mountain town can be mentally challenging. If you need a day for your mental health, MedLetter provides documentation without judgment. ### No Health Card? No Problem Many Marmot Basin workers are: - International workers on IEC or LMIA visas - Canadians from other provinces - New Alberta residents still in the 3-month AHCIP waiting period MedLetter charges a flat $49 regardless of your insurance status. No health card needed. ### Available When You Need It Marmot Basin operates 7 days a week during ski season, with early morning and evening shifts. MedLetter is available 24/7: - Sick before your 7 AM opening shift? Submit at 6 AM - Sick on a Saturday? We're available - Sick on Christmas Day? We're available - Sick during a holiday long weekend? We're available [Get your sick note now — $49, same day delivery →](/sick-note/jasper)