Last reviewed and updated: July 2026 by a licensed Canadian physician
Need a sick note in Saskatchewan? Since January 2026, employers can't require a note for absences under 5 days — but when you do need one, MedLetter connects you with a CPSS-registered physician who delivers your signed note same day. No walk-in clinic wait, no family doctor needed. Accepted by all Saskatchewan employers, USask, U of R, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, and all SK institutions.
Yes. Our sick notes are issued by a physician registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) and carry the same legal weight as notes from in-person visits. All Saskatchewan employers must accept them under the Saskatchewan Employment Act.
Most sick notes are delivered within 2-6 hours during business hours. Priority delivery (1-3 hours) is available for an additional fee. Available 7 days a week.
Since January 2026, Saskatchewan employers cannot require a sick note for absences of 5 days or fewer. You need one for absences exceeding 5 consecutive working days, pattern absences (3+ same-day absences in 12 months with prior written notice), long-term sick leave (up to 27 weeks), disability claims, or workplace accommodation requests.
Walk-in clinics charge $20-$50 plus 2-4 hours of wait time (lost wages). MedLetter charges a flat $49 with same-day delivery — no hidden fees, no wait time, no lost wages. For most workers, MedLetter is cheaper than a walk-in when you factor in lost income.
No. The Saskatchewan Employment Act protects employees from termination for taking legitimate sick leave. Having a physician-signed sick note provides additional legal protection, especially during probation or if you anticipate a dispute.
No. Over 100,000 Saskatchewan residents don't have a family doctor. MedLetter provides access to a CPSS-registered physician without needing a GP, referral, or walk-in clinic visit.
Yes. MedLetter sick notes are accepted by the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, and Saskatchewan Polytechnic for exam deferrals and academic accommodations. The note includes all required information: physician name, CPSS registration, dates of illness, and signature.
Yes. All information is protected under Saskatchewan's Health Information Protection Act (HIPA). Your data is encrypted, never shared with your employer beyond the sick note itself, and stored securely in compliance with Canadian privacy law.