Frog Lake First Nation is one of Alberta's most remote communities, over 120 km from the nearest walk-in clinic. Frog Lake Energy Resources employs many residents in oil and gas, where sick notes are frequently required.
Population: 2,500. Nearest city: Lloydminster (120 km). No walk-in clinic in town. No hospital in town.
Driving to Lloydminster: Gas + 120 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 Frog Lake First Nation employers.
Most MedLetter sick notes are delivered same day. Since we operate online, there's no need to drive to Lloydminster (120 km away) or wait for a local appointment.
No. MedLetter doesn't require an existing family doctor. Many Frog Lake First Nation 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 120 km to reach a walk-in clinic in Lloydminster.
Yes. MedLetter can issue retroactive sick notes for recent illness (typically within 3-5 days). This is especially helpful for Frog Lake First Nation residents who couldn't access a doctor during their illness.