Last reviewed and updated: July 2026 by a CPSBC-registered physician
Need a sick note today? MedLetter delivers physician-reviewed documentation to BC patients same day. No appointment booking, no clinic wait, no time off work to get a note about being off work.
Step 1: Submit Your Secure Request - Complete a brief clinical intake form describing your symptoms, dates of absence, and documentation needs. Your information is encrypted and confidential.
Step 2: Physician Review - A CPSBC-registered physician reviews your request. If clinically appropriate, your letter is prepared. If additional information is needed, you may be asked to complete a brief audio or video assessment.
Step 3: Receive Your Documentation - Your signed medical letter is delivered to your email as a secure PDF. Most letters are delivered same day.
Yes. MedLetter processes most requests within 2-4 hours. Submit your request and a physician reviews it the same day. MedLetter documentation is issued by CPSBC-registered physicians and meets all BC employment and academic requirements. Same-day delivery available for most requests.
MedLetter operates 7 days a week. Weekend requests are typically processed within 4-6 hours. MedLetter documentation is issued by CPSBC-registered physicians and meets all BC employment and academic requirements. Same-day delivery available for most requests.
Most requests submitted before 8pm PT are delivered the same day. If a physician requires additional information or assessment, you will be notified immediately. Delivery depends on physician review.
Walk-in clinics in BC average 2-4 hour wait times, plus travel time. MedLetter delivers to your inbox without leaving home. MedLetter documentation is issued by CPSBC-registered physicians and meets all BC employment and academic requirements. Same-day delivery available for most requests.
Physicians can provide documentation for recent illness (within the past 7 days) based on your reported symptoms. The note will reflect the actual dates of your absence.
Under BC Employment Standards, employers can request a medical certificate to verify an illness. However, they cannot require you to see a specific doctor. MedLetter provides CPSBC-registered physician documentation that satisfies employer requirements across British Columbia.
As of 2026, BC employees are entitled to 5 paid sick days per year under the Employment Standards Act (after 90 days of employment). Employers may request a medical certificate for absences, which MedLetter can provide same day.
MedLetter charges a flat $49 for same-day physician-reviewed documentation. BC walk-in clinics typically charge $30-$80 plus 2-4 hours of waiting. MedLetter saves you time and money with no hidden fees.
MedLetter provides physician-reviewed medical letter requests for patients in British Columbia. A letter is issued only when clinically appropriate. Some requests may require an audio or video assessment before a physician can issue documentation.