Important
Actions Required | New (UTC−07:00) Pacific Time (British Columbia) Time Zone Changes
- By October 26 end of day: IT Services will deploy the new time zone settings to all TRU-managed computers.
- Your new time zone: Your device will display either (UTC−07:00) Pacific Time (British Columbia) or (UTC−07:00) Yukon.
As we prepare for British Columbia's new time zone taking effect on November 1, 2026, IT Services is asking all Windows & Mac users to complete these important steps.
Microsoft Windows Devices
Apple (Mac) Devices
Every day between now and November 1st
- Check for updates daily
- Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner
- Select System Settings
- Click General, then Software Update
- Click Check for Updates
- Install any approved updates and restart when prompted
- Restart your computer daily from now until November 1, 2026
After November 1st
- Verify Your Time Zone
- Navigate to Apple menu → System Settings → General → Date & Time and verify that the time zone is correct and set to Vancouver or Kamloops (UTC−7)
Important
If a UTC-08:00 time zone is selected it will continue to observe the seasonal time change.
Outlook Calendars
Outlook Calendar Meetings
Microsoft is releasing an update to adjust Outlook calendar meeting times. However, recurring meetings may not update automatically and will require manual adjustments by the meeting organizer.
Once both Outlook and your computer are set to the new time zone, you can begin adjusting meeting invitations as needed.
Please review your Outlook calendar regularly to ensure all meeting times are correct.
Additional Support
If you experience any issues with your computer not updating or displaying the correct time zone, please use the button bellow to submit a Support Request Ticket.
Microsoft has additional information available here: Outlook Time Zone Changes for British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba