Get you up to speed: Kenora residents applaud ‘fantastic’ move to permanent daylight time
The provincial government announced that communities in northwestern Ontario west of the 90th meridian will cease twice-annual clock changes. This decision was made public on Tuesday.
The change in timekeeping will affect various sectors, including transportation and education, as communities adjust their schedules. Implementation of the new system is set to take effect in 2026.
The provincial government announced plans to cease the biannual clock changes for northwestern Ontario communities west of the 90th meridian, signalling a shift in regional timekeeping practices. Residents and local leaders have expressed support for the decision, anticipating it will enhance consistency in daily schedules and operations.
What remains unclear — It is unknown when exactly the new timekeeping changes will take effect.
Kenora residents welcome permanent daylight time decision by provincial government
The provincial government announced Tuesday that northwestern Ontario communities west of the 90th meridian would stop the twice-annual clock changes.