Time zone of Canada
The time in Canada (Ottawa) follows the America/Toronto time zone, currently UTC-4. 1 hour behind Brasília.
How to call or schedule a meeting with Canada
When it is 9:00 in Brasília, it is 08:00 in Canada; when it is 18:00 in Brasília, it is 17:00 there.
The window where 9:00–18:00 working hours overlap on both sides runs from 10:00 to 18:00 Brasília time. Remember: because the location changes its clocks, these numbers shift by one hour twice a year.
See also the world time table to compare several cities at once, the meeting planner and the time zones guide to understand how the difference is calculated.
More countries: North America
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Brazil and Canada?
1 hour behind Brasília at the moment. Because Canada changes its clocks during the year and Brazil does not, the gap shifts by one hour between summer and winter time.
What time zone is Canada in?
Canada follows America/Toronto, currently UTC-4. The reference location is Ottawa.
Does Canada have daylight saving time?
Yes. Canada moves its clocks forward for part of the year, so the difference from Brasília changes twice a year. Always check the clock on this page before scheduling a call or meeting.
What is the best time to call Canada from Brazil?
Assuming 9:00–18:00 working hours on both sides, the shared window runs from 10:00 to 18:00 Brasília time (09:00 to 17:00 in Canada).