Sick Note for Work Absence in Alberta
Your employer asked for a sick note and you don't have one yet. We can help — get an official doctor's note without visiting a clinic.
Many Alberta employees are caught off guard when their employer requests documentation after a sick day. Under Alberta Employment Standards, employers can request reasonable proof of illness, but you are not required to disclose your specific diagnosis. A general sick note confirming you were unfit for work is sufficient in most cases.
Steps
- Submit our 5-minute online form describing your symptoms
- A CPSA-registered physician reviews your submission
- Receive your official sick note PDF within 1-4 hours
- Forward the note to your employer via email
Your Legal Rights
Under Alberta's Employment Standards Code, employees are entitled to up to 5 days of job-protected personal and family responsibility leave per year. Employers may request documentation, but the note only needs to confirm you were unable to work — not your specific condition.
FAQ
Can my employer fire me for taking a sick day?
No. Alberta Employment Standards protect employees from termination for taking legitimate sick leave. If you have documentation, you are protected.
Does the note say what I was sick with?
No. Our notes confirm you were medically unfit for work on the specified date(s) without disclosing your diagnosis. This is standard practice.
What if I was sick last week and need a note now?
We can issue retroactive sick notes for recent absences (within 7 days). Simply indicate the dates you were unwell on the form.
Is this accepted by all Alberta employers?
Yes. Our notes are issued by CPSA-registered physicians and meet all legal requirements for employment documentation in Alberta.
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