Adopting permanent daylight saving time
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‘Spring forward’ on March 8 will be the last time change, ending twice-yearly clock changes

Summary

  • B.C. will adopt permanent, year-round daylight saving time after clocks shift forward an hour on Sunday, March 8, 2026
  • People and businesses will have eight months to prepare for the elimination of the next time change, previously scheduled for Nov. 1, 2026
  • Eliminating twice-yearly time changes reduces disruptions for families, simplifies scheduling and provides an extra hour of evening light during the winter months