Same Day Sick Note Ontario — Reviewed Within Hours
When you need documentation today, MedLetter delivers. Most requests are physician-reviewed and delivered within 2-4 hours — faster than any walk-in clinic wait, without leaving your home. Every letter is issued only when clinically appropriate.
How It Works
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 CPSO-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 within 6 hours.
Who This Helps
- Employees who need documentation before their next shift
- Workers whose employer has a same-day or next-day documentation deadline
- Patients who are too unwell to sit in a walk-in clinic waiting room
- Parents caring for sick children who cannot leave home
- Anyone who needs documentation outside of clinic hours (evenings, weekends, holidays)
What Is Included
- Physician name and CPSO registration number
- Statement confirming medical inability to attend work or school for specified dates
- Physician signature and date of review
- Secure PDF format suitable for employer submission
- No diagnosis or private medical details disclosed (patient privacy protected)
FAQ
How fast will I actually receive my sick note?
Most requests submitted during business hours (8am-8pm) are reviewed and delivered within 2-4 hours. Evening and weekend submissions are typically processed within 4-8 hours.
Is delivery within 6 hours guaranteed?
While most requests are completed same day, delivery depends on physician review. If additional information or an assessment is required, it may take slightly longer. We prioritize speed without compromising clinical standards.
Can I get a sick note on weekends?
Yes. MedLetter accepts requests 7 days a week including weekends and statutory holidays. Weekend requests are typically processed within 4-8 hours.
What if I need it within 1 hour?
While we cannot guarantee a specific turnaround time (physician review takes time), most requests during business hours are completed well within 4 hours. Submit as early as possible for fastest delivery.
Is a same-day note less legitimate than one from a clinic?
No. The speed of delivery does not affect the legitimacy of the documentation. Every MedLetter note is reviewed by a CPSO-registered physician with the same clinical standards as an in-person visit.
Related Pages
MedLetter provides physician-reviewed medical letter requests for patients in Ontario. A letter is issued only when clinically appropriate. Some requests may require an audio or video assessment before a physician can issue documentation.