Current time in Canada

17:42:09

Thursday, October 29, 2026

UTC-4 1 hour behind Brasília Reference: Ottawa

Time zone of Canada

The time in Canada (Ottawa) follows the America/Toronto time zone, currently UTC-4. 1 hour behind Brasília.

Canada

17:42:09

Brasília

18:42:09

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.

Canada: sunrise today at 07:49 · sunset at 18:12 · see details

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.

Country facts

Capital: Ottawa
Continent: North America
Area: 9,984,670 km² (3,855,101 sq mi)
Population: about 34 million inhabitants (old estimate, 2014)
Currency: Canadian dollar (CAD)
Languages: English, French, Inuktitut
Calling code: +1
Internet domain: .ca

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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).

What is the capital of Canada?

The capital of Canada is Ottawa. The country covers about 9,984,670 km². Continent: North America.

What currency and calling code does Canada use?

The currency is the Canadian dollar (CAD). To call from abroad, dial +1 before the number. Websites use the .ca domain.