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Cancellation and No-Show Policy Agreement Template

A printable policy agreement clients sign at booking, stating the notice period, the late-cancellation and no-show fees, how deposits are handled, and the exceptions you will make.

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Last reviewed September 2026 · Not legal advice

A policy only works if it was agreed to

A fee for no-shows is far easier to apply when the client agreed to it in writing beforehand. The agreement should state the notice required, what happens if it is not given, and how deposits and prepaid packages are treated.

Add your exceptions, such as illness or emergency, in advance. Consistent, visible rules make enforcement feel fair rather than personal.

Clinic name · address · phone

Cancellation and No-Show Policy Agreement

Client

Client name
Date

Policy

Notice required to cancel or reschedule (hours)
Late cancellation fee
No-show fee
Deposit handling
Exceptions (illness, emergency, etc.)

Acknowledgement

InitialsI have read and agree to the cancellation and no-show policy.
InitialsI authorize the clinic to charge the card on file for applicable fees.

Signatures

Client / patient signature
Date
Practitioner name and signature
Date

Template from zdrovia.ca/templates/cancellation-policy-agreement/ · Review with your medical director, regulatory college guidance, and insurer before use.

Send this form before the appointment instead of printing it

Zdrovia's form builder turns this template into a digital form your clients sign on their own phone. The signed copy files into their chart with the exact version they saw, and photo consent stays separate from treatment consent. It's free for solo practitioners, with data stored in Canada.

See how Zdrovia is set up for solo practices.

Frequently asked questions

How much should a no-show fee be?

Set it to reflect the lost appointment, and state it clearly. Many clinics charge a portion of the service price.

Are deposits better than fees?

Deposits are collected up front and remove the need to chase. Our booking deposit guide covers when to use each.

This template is a starting point for discussion with your team and advisors, not legal or medical advice. Requirements vary by province and profession. Have your medical director, your regulatory college's guidance, and your malpractice insurer confirm the wording before you use it with patients.