Current Time in Vancouver
Live Vancouver time with automatic updates
About Vancouver Time
Vancouver follows the America/Vancouver time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Vancouver.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Vancouver's official time zone (America/Vancouver), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Vancouver is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Vancouver is crucial for:
- •Scheduling international business meetings and conference calls
- •Planning travel arrangements and flight bookings
- •Coordinating with remote teams and global partners
- •Managing import/export operations and shipping schedules
🏢 Local Business Hours
Standard business hours in Vancouver:
- •Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- •Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (retail)
- •Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (retail)
Note: Outdoor lifestyle influences schedule. Many start early to enjoy afternoons
Vancouver Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Stanley Park
- •Granville Island
- •Capilano Suspension Bridge
- •Grouse Mountain
- •Science World
💼 Major Companies
- •Lululemon
- •Telus
- •Teck Resources
- •Canfor
- •Best Buy Canada
- •Arc'teryx
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Important but West Coast casual. Environmental consciousness high.
Business Etiquette:
Casual and friendly. Outdoor meetings common. Diversity celebrated.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST (9 AM - 5 PM Vancouver)
From Europe:
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM CET (9 AM - 5 PM Vancouver)
From Asia:
1:00 AM - 9:00 AM JST (9 AM - 5 PM Vancouver)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Vancouver:
🎉BC Day
Provincial holiday
Typically: First Monday in August
🎉Victoria Day
Long weekend
Typically: Monday before May 25
🎉Canada Day
National holiday
Typically: July 1
🎉Thanksgiving
Different from US
Typically: Second Monday in October
Time Zone Facts
DST Status
Currently observing DST
UTC Offset
+00:00 from UTC
Coverage
Multiple cities in the region
Related Cities
Using the Vancouver World Clock
Our Vancouver world clock is a reliable tool for checking the current local time. Whether you're scheduling international meetings, coordinating with remote teams, or planning travel, this tool provides accurate, real-time information about the current time in Vancouver.