Sick Note for 1 Day Off Work in Ontario
MedLetter provides physician-reviewed medical documentation for Ontario patients, including single-day absences. A note is issued only when clinically appropriate.
Your employer is asking for a note for just one day. It feels excessive, but it's their right under certain circumstances. Don't waste another sick day sitting in a walk-in clinic to prove you were sick yesterday. MedLetter reviews your request same day from home.
How It Works
- Complete 5-minute online form
- CPSO-registered physician reviews your request
- Signed PDF delivered to your email in within 6 hours
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my Ontario employer ask for a sick note for 1 day?
Under Ontario's Employment Standards Act, employers can request medical documentation for any absence, though many choose not to for single days. If your employer requires it, MedLetter can provide documentation when clinically appropriate.
Is it worth getting a sick note for just 1 day?
If your employer requires it, yes. Without documentation, you risk disciplinary action or having the absence marked as unexcused. MedLetter's $49 fee is far less than the cost of a lost job or written warning.
Do I need to see a doctor for a 1-day illness?
Not necessarily for your health, but if your employer requires documentation, you need a physician's assessment. MedLetter provides this virtually — no need to leave home when you're already feeling unwell.
Can I get a sick note for 1 day of food poisoning?
Yes. Food poisoning is a common reason for single-day absences. Our physician can issue documentation when your reported symptoms are consistent with foodborne illness.
My employer says they'll fire me without a note for 1 day. Is that legal?
Ontario employers can have attendance policies that require documentation. While termination for a single absence is rare, having documentation protects you. MedLetter provides same-day physician-reviewed notes.
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