Dingwell says she can't work a shift at the ER without at least one person coming in to request a sick note. Trust your employees and pay for sick leave: expertsCalls for more paid sick leave increased with the COVID-19 pandemic, as staying home to keep everyone safe became a regular chorus. A 2023 report by Statistics Canada found that self-reported coverage of paid sick leave "increased moderately" between 1995 and 2022. Dingwell says more paid sick leave is one of the best ways to reduce sick note requests. Part of a note from Dr. Gregory Sawisky requesting a patient's employer pay $35 for a sick note to allow the employee time off work.

Source: CBC News January 28, 2024 08:04 UTC