{
  "id": 17397300,
  "title": "B.C.’s new time zone could cause confusion, from calendars to medical appointments",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/b-c-s-new-time-zone-could-cause-confusion-from-calendars-to-medical",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T12:00:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/business/2026/10/31/b-c-s-new-time-zone-could-cause-confusion-from-calendars-to-medical-appointments"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Information technology experts have expressed concern that British Columbia's decision to remain on daylight saving time could lead to confusion across various sectors. As most of North America adjusts to Standard Time, British Columbia will stay on Pacific Time, or PCT. Organizations relying on scheduling software are advised to alert employees about potential issues. Patients scheduled for surgeries in B.C. should verify their appointment times, as they may be shifted an hour. Universities and health authorities have warned of calendar errors, and Microsoft and Google have updated their software, but updates for older systems may be lacking. IT professionals anticipate widespread calendar problems, especially for recurring meetings. Businesses operating across borders should account for time differences when scheduling meetings and coordinating travel. The Internet Assigned Numbers Authority has updated its time zone database, but older systems may not automatically adjust. Door access systems, security cameras, and some point-of-sale systems could also be impacted. Experts warn that while major technology companies have addressed the issue, many older systems may not, potentially causing inconvenience for employees and clients.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "British Columbia to remain on daylight saving time, unlike most North America",
    "Scheduling software issues expected due to time zone discrepancy",
    "Hospitals and universities warn of potential appointment and calendar errors"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "CityNews",
        "title": "B.C.’s new time zone could cause confusion, from calendars to medical appointments",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/b-c-s-new-time-zone-could-cause-confusion-from-calendars-to-medical-17410826",
        "published": "2026-10-31T12:00:14.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}