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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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:
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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?
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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.
Why choose Your Doctors Online for sick notes in Ontario?
- PHIPA & PIPEDA-compliant video consults
- Real doctor's note signed by licensed physicians
- Medical certificate delivered the same-day (within 5 minutes)
- 24/7 access—no clinic waits or travel required
- Helps you save cost of travelling
- Recognized province-wide and accepted everywhere in Ontario,
including Queen’s, Carleton, Sheridan, and more
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.
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.
Meet our Canadian telehealth doctors
Dr. Asim Cheema is a Senior Interventional Cardiologist at St. Michael’s Hospital with over 20 years of global experience in technology, research, and healthcare innovation. He has extensive expertise in virtual care and has successfully treated patients, where he regularly provides online consultations, prescriptions, and medical notes with compassion and precision.
Dr. Marsha Dunkley is an experienced Family Medicine physician delivering trusted virtual care to patients across Canada and the US. She combines clinical expertise with a tech-forward approach to efficiently manage prescriptions, medical notes, and ongoing patient care through evidence-based practice.
Dr. Mandy Liedeman delivers comprehensive virtual care with a strong focus on clinical accuracy, efficiency, and patient-centered service, managing prescriptions and medical records with professionalism and care.
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