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.

Sick Note Near Me in Ontario: Your Complete 2026 Guide

Q: 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.

If you're searching for a sick note near you in Ontario, you have more options than you think. Here's how to get one without the 3-hour walk-in clinic wait.

## Why Ontarians Search "Sick Note Near Me" Every day, thousands of Ontarians search Google for "sick note near me" — and most end up frustrated. Walk-in clinics have 3-5 hour waits. Family doctors are booked weeks out. And 2.3 million Ontarians don't have a family doctor at all. The good news: you don't need to physically visit a clinic to get a valid sick note in Ontario. ## Can I Get a Sick Note Online in Ontario? Yes. The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) fully recognizes virtual care as a legitimate form of medical practice. A sick note issued by a CPSO-registered physician through telemedicine is legally equivalent to one issued in-person. This means you can get a sick note from anywhere in Ontario — whether you're in downtown Toronto, rural Northern Ontario, or anywhere in between. ## How MedLetter Works (Instead of "Near Me") Instead of searching for a clinic near you, MedLetter brings the physician to you: 1. **Submit your request** — Tell us about your situation (5 minutes) 2. **Physician review** — A CPSO-registered physician reviews your information 3. **Receive your note** — Delivered to your email within 6 hours No waiting room. No travel. No parking fees. No time off work to get a note about being off work. ## Ontario Sick Note Laws You Should Know Under the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA): - You're entitled to **3 unpaid sick days** per year without a note - Employers **can** request documentation for absences beyond 3 days - Employers **cannot** require you to see a specific doctor - Virtual sick notes are **equally valid** as in-person notes ## Cities We Serve in Ontario MedLetter serves every city and town in Ontario, including: - **GTA**: Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Markham, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Oakville - **Eastern Ontario**: Ottawa, Kingston, Cornwall, Belleville - **Southwestern Ontario**: London, Windsor, Kitchener-Waterloo, Hamilton - **Northern Ontario**: Sudbury, Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, North Bay, Timmins ## How Much Does a Sick Note Cost Near Me in Ontario? MedLetter charges a flat $49 for a standard sick note. Compare this to: - Walk-in clinic: $20-40 for the note + 3-5 hours of your time - ER visit: Free but 6-12 hour wait (and inappropriate use of emergency resources) - Virtual clinic apps: $50-100+ with variable wait times ## When You Should NOT Use MedLetter MedLetter is not appropriate for: - Chest pain or severe symptoms (call 911) - Mental health crisis (call 988 or go to ER) - Need for prescription medication - Need for physical examination - Workplace injury requiring formal WSIB assessment For these situations, visit your nearest emergency department or urgent care centre. ## Get Your Sick Note Now Stop searching "sick note near me" and waiting in clinic lobbies. Get a physician-reviewed sick note delivered to your email within 6 hours. **$49 | CPSO-registered physician | Accepted by all Ontario employers**