Last reviewed and updated: July 2026 by a licensed Canadian physician
Manitoba passed Bill 11 on June 1, 2026, restricting when employers can require sick notes. But you still need documentation for absences exceeding 7 days, long-term disability claims, WCB Manitoba claims, return-to-work clearance, and university exam deferrals. MedLetter connects you with a CPSM-registered physician who delivers a signed sick note to your inbox same day — no clinic visit required.
Yes. Our sick notes are issued by a licensed Canadian physician and carry the same legal weight as notes from in-person visits. All Manitoba employers must accept them.
Most sick notes are delivered within 2-6 hours during business hours. Priority delivery (1-2 hours) is available for an additional fee.
Under Manitoba's Employment Standards Code, employees are entitled to 3 unpaid sick days per year after 30 days of employment, plus 5 paid days for employers with 10+ employees (as of 2025).
Under Bill 11 (effective October 1, 2026), employers cannot require a sick note unless you've been absent for more than 7 days in the preceding 12 months, or there is a noticeable pattern of absences. When a note IS required, your employer must reimburse the cost. Our notes confirm your absence was medically justified without revealing private health details.
No. MedLetter provides access to a licensed physician who can review your situation and issue a sick note if clinically appropriate. No existing family doctor relationship required.