Charlottetown's two walk-in clinics — the QEH and the Polyclinic — regularly hit capacity before noon, leaving workers and students without options. Over 22,000 residents in the greater Charlottetown area lack a family doctor. MedLetter delivers a CPSPEI physician-signed sick note to your email the same day, so you can focus on recovering instead of sitting in a waiting room.
Charlottetown is PEI's capital and largest city, home to approximately 40,000 residents in the metro area. Despite being the province's healthcare hub, the city faces severe physician shortages. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital walk-in clinic and the Polyclinic are the primary options for unattached patients, but both regularly reach capacity early in the day. For workers at major Charlottetown employers — the provincial government, UPEI, Atlantic Superstore, Cavendish Farms corporate offices, and the tourism sector — getting a sick note can mean losing an entire day to waiting. MedLetter eliminates this barrier with same-day online documentation.
A policy analyst working on Rochford Street woke up with severe flu symptoms. Rather than wait 4 hours at the Polyclinic while contagious, they used MedLetter and had documentation emailed within 3 hours.
A third-year nursing student at UPEI missed a midterm due to a stomach virus. UPEI requires medical documentation for deferred exams. MedLetter provided a same-day note that met all university requirements.
A server at a Water Street restaurant developed food poisoning during peak tourist season. Their manager needed a note by end of shift. MedLetter delivered documentation in under 4 hours.
A personal care worker at a Charlottetown long-term care home needed a return-to-work clearance after a respiratory infection. MedLetter provided appropriate documentation without requiring another clinic visit.
A Walmart employee on University Avenue called in sick with back pain. Their HR department required documentation for any absence during the holiday season. MedLetter provided a same-day note.
A carpenter working on a new subdivision in East Royalty strained his shoulder. With no family doctor and the QEH at capacity, MedLetter provided documentation for his 2-day absence.
MedLetter physicians hold active registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Prince Edward Island (CPSPEI). The CPSPEI permits virtual care consultations when conducted according to their telemedicine guidelines. Our documentation meets the same standard as notes issued at the QEH walk-in, the Polyclinic, or any Charlottetown family practice.
Your health information is protected under PEI's Health Information Protection Act (HIPA) and PIPEDA. MedLetter uses end-to-end encryption and stores all data on Canadian servers. We never contact your employer directly or share information beyond what appears on your sick note.
MedLetter sick notes are accepted by all Charlottetown employers including the PEI provincial government, Health PEI, UPEI, Holland College, Atlantic Superstore, Sobeys, Tim Hortons, and all downtown businesses. Our notes meet the same legal standard as documentation from the QEH walk-in or any family doctor.
MedLetter is a documentation service, not a treatment clinic. We do not prescribe medications or provide ongoing care. If your symptoms suggest a condition requiring emergency attention, please visit the QEH Emergency Department or call 811. Not all requests are approved — physician discretion applies.
Your options are the QEH walk-in (3-5 hour wait), the Polyclinic (2-4 hours), or MedLetter online (same-day delivery, no wait). MedLetter is the fastest option for Charlottetown residents who need documentation without losing a full day.
Yes. UPEI accepts MedLetter sick notes for deferred exams, assignment extensions, and academic accommodations. Our notes are signed by CPSPEI-registered physicians and meet all university documentation requirements.
Walk-in clinics are covered by PEI Medicare but require 3-5 hours of waiting. MedLetter charges a flat $49 fee with same-day delivery — no wait, no travel, no time off work to get a note for time off work.
Yes. Over 22,000 Charlottetown-area residents lack a family doctor. MedLetter does not require you to have a family physician. Simply complete our online intake form and a CPSPEI-registered physician will review your request.
Yes. The CPSPEI recognizes virtual care as a legitimate healthcare delivery method. MedLetter sick notes are signed by CPSPEI-registered physicians and carry the same legal validity as notes from walk-in clinics or family doctors.
MedLetter delivers most sick notes within 2-6 hours. Submissions before 4pm AST receive same-day delivery. This is significantly faster than the 3-5 hour wait at the QEH or Polyclinic.
Yes. All Charlottetown employers — including the provincial government, Health PEI, UPEI, retail chains, and restaurants — accept MedLetter sick notes. They are signed by CPSPEI-registered physicians and meet all legal requirements.
Yes. Holland College accepts MedLetter sick notes for academic accommodations. Our documentation meets all institutional requirements for missed classes, exams, and assignment deadlines.
This is increasingly common — the QEH walk-in regularly hits capacity before noon. MedLetter is available 7 days a week with no capacity limits. Complete the intake form anytime and receive your note the same day.
Yes. If your employer requires clearance to return to work after an illness, MedLetter can provide appropriate documentation. Simply indicate this on your intake form and our physician will assess accordingly.