After springing forward by one hour on Sunday, Mar. 8, B.C. has decided that they will no longer be observing the bi-annual daylight savings time changes. According to Premier David Eby, reasons for this provincial decision include enhancing good health, and avoiding any interruptions to daily routines the time changes may cause families.
However, this action could also create problems in the future for businesses, a point brought up by Bridgitte Anderson, president and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.
“The unilateral change in time is an unwelcome distraction that will make it more difficult to attract and retain businesses in British Columbia.”
As reported by ***CBC News*, the B.C. government stated in their press release that there is the option for towns and cities in the province to decide what they want to do.
“Just as they can today, local governments will retain the power to determine what time zone they observe.”
While B.C. is no longer observing the time changes, Alberta is now also considering taking a similar step.
Rachel is working towards a BA with a concentration in English and Theatre. She has been employed at The Cascade since Fall 2021 as a Staff Writer and a Jr. News Editor. Currently, she is the sectional News Editor and enjoys meeting and interviewing people as well as taking long walks in nature. Rachel also likes to stay up to date on the latest trends and informs students through her fashion column entitled Campus Fashion.