School Absence Note

MD-signed absence note for school — available in your portal same day.

No in-person visit
PDF in ~2 hours
Accepted by most employers
CNO-registered MD
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Intake
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Details
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Your Info
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Payment
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Patient Intake & Eligibility
Required
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Certificate Information
What's included & FAQ
What's Included
MD Review & Assessment
Licensed Ontario NP reviews your symptoms and confirms medical appropriateness
Signed PDF Certificate
On clinic.ca letterhead with MD name, CNO number, and date of issue
Addressed Letter
Addressed to your employer, school, or specific recipient as specified
Free Re-issue
If rejected or amendment needed, first re-issue is at no charge
FAQ
Will my employer accept this?
Most Canadian employers accept MD-signed certificates. The note is on clinic.ca letterhead with the NP's full name and CNO registration number — the standard format employers and HR departments recognise.
How long does it take?
Usually within 2 hours during business hours (Mon–Fri, 8am–8pm). Often faster. Certificates are not processed overnight or on weekends unless specified.
Can you backdate the certificate?
The certificate reflects the dates you report during intake. MDs cannot certify clinical incapacity on dates they did not assess — however you can report that your illness began on a specific date and the NP will document this accurately.
Is this OHIP-covered?
No — school absence notes are an administrative service and are not covered by OHIP. The $49 fee is private-pay.
What if my employer requests more detail?
Contact us via your portal. Your MD can amend the certificate with additional clinical detail or provide a supplementary letter — at no extra charge for the first amendment.
Can I get a note for a family member?
The intake must be completed by the patient — each certificate covers one individual. Complete a separate intake for a family member if needed.
clinic.ca is staffed by Nurse Practitioners (NPs) registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class. Ontario NPs are legally authorized to order laboratory tests, prescribe medications including controlled substances, diagnose illnesses, and refer patients to specialists. If a specific recipient (employer, insurance plan, or specialist office) requires a physician signature on your document, contact us and we will re-issue through a consulting physician at no additional cost or refund your fee in full.