Work Note for Your Employer — Ontario
Need a work note for your Ontario employer? Know your ESA rights. Employers cannot require notes for ≤3 days. Get CPSO physician documentation when you need it. $49.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my Ontario employer require a sick note?
Under Ontario's Employment Standards Act (ESA 2000, amended 2019), employers CANNOT require a medical certificate for the first 3 days of sick leave per calendar year. For absences beyond 3 days, employers may request documentation.
What if my employer asks for a note for 1-2 days?
If you're using one of your 3 ESA-protected sick days, your employer legally cannot require a note. However, some employees choose to provide one voluntarily to maintain good workplace relations.
What should a work note for my employer say?
A work note should confirm: the physician's name and CPSO registration, that you were assessed, the dates you were unable to work, and when you can return. It should NOT include your diagnosis or private medical details.
Can my employer reject my sick note?
Ontario employers cannot reject a legitimate medical note from a CPSO-registered physician. If they do, this may constitute a violation of the ESA and you can file a complaint with the Ontario Ministry of Labour.
Do I need a note if I was only sick for one day?
Under the ESA, no — your employer cannot require medical documentation for single-day absences that fall within your 3 protected sick days. Check your employment contract for any additional company policies.
How quickly can I get a work note?
MedLetter delivers physician-reviewed work notes within 6 hours. Priority delivery (1-3 hours) is available for $25 extra when clinically appropriate.
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