B.C. to end time changes, adopt year-round daylight time
Hacker News
March 2, 2026
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British Columbia will end its practice of changing clocks twice a year and permanently adopt daylight time. Premier David Eby announced that March 8, 2026, will mark the last clock change for most residents. The province will transition to "Pacific Time" year-round, aligning with neighboring regions like Washington, Oregon, and California, which are also moving toward similar changes. This decision aims to improve health outcomes, reduce disruptions in daily life, and eliminate the annual hassle of adjusting clocks.
The announcement follows a 2019 public engagement report where 93% of respondents supported year-round daylight time, citing health and wellness as a primary concern. Eby emphasized that ending clock changes reduces sleep disruption for children and adults, minimizes car accidents caused by altered routines, and streamlines daily activities. The province will now
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Originally published on Hacker News on 3/2/2026