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Get an online doctor's note in Ontario for school or work

With the average wait time in walk-in clinics in Ontario exceeding 60 minutes, getting a quick sick note is often time-consuming. You can now skip the wait through our virtual walk-in clinic. Our secure telehealth platform connects you with licensed online physicians who can provide you with real doctor’s notes in Ontario within minutes.

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  • Serving all of Ontario – from Toronto to Ottawa to Pickle Lake 
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How to get a doctor's note online in Ontario for work or school?

Connect with our board-certified online doctors in Ontario to get a telehealth sick note from your home. Follow these three steps to get a valid medical note in Ontario within 5 minutes: 

1

Describe your condition

Create a free account on our secure app and describe your symptoms or why you need a note.

2

Chat with a virtual doctor

Talk with a doctor via confidential text, audio, or video chat. Explain your situation and how many days of sick leave you require.

Hi I’m Dr. Nicole. How may I help you?

Hi Dr. Nicole, I have diarrhea and fever and I missed work. Can I get medical notes for time off work?

3

Get your sick note

If medically appropriate, we will email you a valid absence note immediately after the consultation. You can download & share it with your employer or school.

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Why choose Your Doctors Online for sick notes in Ontario?

Common reasons for getting doctor's note

Our online doctors can issue notes for various situations in Ontario, including but not limited to:

Doctor's note for school

Justify your absence and secure exam leave with a doctor’s note.

Remote work sick note

Get a doctor’s note for remote work in Ontario and verify your health condition.

Doctor's note for parents

Take care of your child by getting a urgent care sick note.

Doctor's note for work

Validate your absence with a doctor’s note for urgent medical conditions.

Online doctor's note for pregnancy

Justify your absence during pregnancy to manage nausea, morning sickness, and other symptoms with 24/7 sick notes.

Doctor's note for medical check-up

Validate your absence for a medical appointment in Ontario with a online doctor’s note.

Doctor's note for medical condition

Diagnosed with a chronic or acute condition? Get a doctor’s note to validate your absence from work or school.

Contagious infection doctor's note

Validate your leave due to Ontario seasonal infections like flu and cold with a telehealth doctor’s note.

24/7 Online urgent care doctor's note for all residents of Ontario

According to the 2024 Employment Standards Act, Ontario may excuse short absences, but a doctor’s note is expected once you’re off for more than 3 days. Yet over 2.5 million Ontarians don’t have a family doctor, and walk-in clinic wait times can stretch over an hour. This leaves working parents, students, and part-time employees scrambling just to prove they were sick.

With Your Doctors Online, you can speak to a licensed Canadian doctor anytime and get a valid sick note for work or school in Ontario on the same day. We’re available around the clock, every day of the year, no matter where you are. Whether in Ottawa or a small northern Ontario town, get your medical excuse within 5 minutes.

Since sick notes aren’t covered by OHIP, our private-pay option makes getting a legitimate doctor’s note for work or school stress-free. Register on our app, talk to a virtual Ontario doctor, and instantly get your sick note delivered to your inbox. 

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FAQS about online doctor's notes across Ontario

How much is a doctor's note in Ontario?

Although OHIP may cover your doctor’s visit, the sick note is an uninsured service typically costing about $25–$40. With our virtual walk-in clinic, however, you can get sick notes in Ontario at a much more affordable cost.

How many sick days are there in Ontario?

Most provincially regulated employees in Ontario are entitled to three (3) unpaid, job-protected sick leave days per calendar year, under the ESA. These days can be used for personal illness, injury, or medical emergencies once you’ve been employed for two consecutive weeks. However, some employers, and all federally regulated workplaces, offer additional paid sick days, but that is above the ESA minimum and varies between workplaces.

When can an employer ask for a doctor's note in Ontario?

Although you are entitled to three days of sick leave under the Employment Standards Act 2024, your employer can ask for a medical certificate in Ontario on the following occasions:

  • When you request holidays beyond 3 days
  • To make modifications to your duties or schedule
  • To know when you will return to work

Can you get a doctor's note for a common cold?

Yes, you can get a doctor’s note for a common cold if your condition lasts more than three days. Since 28 October 2024, Ontario employers are not allowed to demand an excuse for the first three ESA sick-leave days.

How long can you take a leave of absence from work in Ontario?

Under recent changes to Ontario law, as of October 28, 2024, employers can no longer require a doctor’s note for up to three days of sick leave annually. If you need a longer absence, a sick note may be required, and Your Doctors Online can provide one with ease, ensuring you meet your employer’s requirements.

Can you get a doctor's note at a walk-in clinic in Ontario?

Yes, any Ontario walk-in clinic can give you a doctor’s note after examining you. Owing to the long wait times of walk-in clinics in Toronto, Ottawa, Mississauga and the shortages of clinics in rural Ontario, it is best to reach out to a telehealth doctor to get a quick medical certificate. 

How long does it take to get a doctor's note?

With Your Doctors Online, you can get a valid sick note for work or school in 5 minutes. In contrast, crowded walk-in clinics across Ontario often require long wait times, and in some cases, it can take up to 2 days just to get a simple doctor’s note.

How to get a doctor's note for stress leave?

To get a doctor’s note for stress leave in Ontario, consult a licensed physician virtually or in person and explain how stress affects your ability to work. Share your symptoms and the dates you need off. If medically necessary, the doctor will issue a valid note.

Can I get a doctor's note over the phone?

Yes, with telehealth clinics, you can get a note over the phone. However, it is important to reach out to a platform following the policies of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and protects your information under the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA),

Can you get a doctor's note for a stomach bug?

Yes, you can obtain a doctor’s note in Ontario for a stomach bug by seeing any licensed physician. Just tell your doctor about your symptoms, and they will issue a real sick note accepted by Ontario employers and educational institutions. The note may include the examination date and the period you are advised to remain off school or work.

How do you qualify for sick leave in Ontario?

Employees in Ontario are eligible for statutory sick leave after completing two weeks of service. Your Doctors Online can help you obtain a doctor’s note for sick leave without needing an in-person visit, ensuring you meet your employer’s requirements.

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