Fox Creek is a Duvernay shale oil and gas hub in northern Alberta. Energy sector workers often need same day sick notes but face extremely limited local healthcare, with the nearest walk-in clinic 90 km away in Whitecourt.
Population: 2,000. Nearest city: Whitecourt (90 km). No walk-in clinic in town.
Driving to Whitecourt: Gas + 90 km round trip + 2-4 hour wait + lost wages = $100-200+. MedLetter online: $49 flat fee, delivered in same day from home.
Yes. Under Alberta Employment Standards, employers must accept sick notes from any licensed physician, including those issued via telehealth. MedLetter sick notes are signed by a CPSA-registered physician and include their license number, making them legally valid for all Fox Creek employers.
Most MedLetter sick notes are delivered same day. Since we operate online, there's no need to drive to Whitecourt (90 km away) or wait for a local appointment.
No. MedLetter doesn't require an existing family doctor. Many Fox Creek residents don't have a family physician due to the rural physician shortage. Our CPSA-registered physicians can issue sick notes without a prior patient relationship.
Common conditions include cold/flu, stomach flu, migraine, back pain, anxiety, depression, COVID-19, minor injuries, menstrual pain, and insomnia. If your condition prevents you from working safely, you likely qualify.
MedLetter charges a flat fee of $49. No hidden fees, no consultation charges, and no travel costs. Compare this to the cost of gas, time off work, and driving 90 km to reach a walk-in clinic in Whitecourt.
Yes. MedLetter can issue retroactive sick notes for recent illness (typically within 3-5 days). This is especially helpful for Fox Creek residents who couldn't access a doctor during their illness.