Singapore to Toronto
-12hSingapore
SGTSOURCEToronto
EDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
SGT and EDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the SGT (Singapore Standard Time) and EDT (Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
SGT – Singapore Standard Time
UTC+08:00Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is the time zone for Singapore, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Singapore uses UTC+08:00 despite being at about 104°E longitude (closer to UTC+07:00).
- •Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
- •The Singapore Exchange (SGX) operates on SGT.
EST – Eastern Standard Time
UTC-05:00Eastern Standard Time (EST) is the time zone for the eastern United States and Canada, 5 hours behind UTC.
- •EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population.
- •The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
- •23 US states are fully or partially in the Eastern Time Zone.
- •EST was established by the Standard Time Act of 1918.
- •Over 47% of the US population lives in the Eastern Time Zone.
About Singapore
WikipediaSingapore Standard Time (SGT) is 8 hours ahead of GMT. As Asia's leading financial hub, Singapore bridges business hours between Europe and Australia.
The city-state has the world's highest percentage of millionaires, with 1 in 6 households.
About Toronto
WikipediaToronto shares Eastern Time (EST/EDT) with New York. As Canada's largest city and financial center, Toronto's TSX is among North America's largest stock exchanges.
Toronto is the most multicultural city in the world - over 50% of residents were born outside Canada.
Everything You Need to Know About Singapore and Toronto Time
Singapore runs on Singapore Standard Time (SGT) at UTC+08:00. Toronto runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Singapore 12 hours behind Toronto — a difference of -12h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Singapore it is 9:00 PM in Toronto on the previous day. Midnight in Singapore is 12:00 PM in Toronto.Toronto observes daylight saving time while Singapore does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Singapore to Toronto time conversion table
| Singapore (SGT) | Toronto (EDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 12:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 6:00 PM | previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 7:00 PM | previous day |
| 8:00 AM | 8:00 PM | previous day |
| 9:00 AM | 9:00 PM | previous day |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 9:00 AM | same day |
Why people convert Singapore to Toronto time
- Scheduling a call from Singapore to Toronto: a 10:00 AM start in Singapore lands at 10:00 PM in Toronto the previous day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a -12h gap: Singapore and Toronto have no overlap inside a normal 9-to-5 day, so real-time meetings need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side. 9:00 AM in Toronto is 9:00 PM in Singapore.
- Coordinating a Singapore-based team with Toronto contacts: quoting times in the other side's local clock — not your own — removes the single biggest source of missed meetings.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM SGT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -12h gap is not.
- With a -12h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Singapore takes the early slot, the next week Toronto does.
- Toronto: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About SGT (Singapore Standard Time)
Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is used in Singapore year-round. Singapore does not observe daylight saving time. Despite being geographically close to the UTC+07:00 zone, Singapore uses UTC+08:00 to align with major trading partners like China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. Singapore is a major global financial hub.
About EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is observed during the winter months in the eastern part of North America. It covers 23 US states and parts of Canada including Ontario and Quebec. EST is the most populous time zone in the United States, home to major financial centers like New York City and global organizations headquartered in Washington D.C. During daylight saving time (March–November), clocks shift to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-04:00). The time zone also covers parts of the Caribbean and Central America including Panama, Jamaica, and the Cayman Islands.
Best time to call between Singapore and Toronto
With a -12h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Toronto opens at 9:00 AM EDT, which is 9:00 PM in Singapore, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Singapore and Toronto have no shared working hours because of the -12h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Singapore is 12 hours behind Toronto (SGT UTC+08:00 → EDT UTC-04:00). There is no shared 9-to-5 window, so plan around an early or late slot. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Singapore
Does not observe DST
Toronto
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Singapore and Toronto?
Singapore (SGT, UTC+08:00) is 12 hours behind Toronto (EDT, UTC-04:00). The gap is currently -12h.
How do I convert Singapore time to Toronto time?
Add -12h to Singapore local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Singapore is 9:00 PM in Toronto (previous day).
What time is it in Toronto right now?
Toronto uses EDT at UTC-04:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -12h offset from Singapore.
What is the best time to call Toronto from Singapore?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -12h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Singapore, which is 1:00 AM in Toronto.
Which is behind, Singapore or Toronto?
Singapore is 12 hours behind Toronto. When it is 12:00 PM in Singapore it is 12:00 AM in Toronto.
Do Singapore and Toronto use different time zones?
Singapore (Singapore) uses SGT at UTC+08:00, while Toronto (Canada) uses EDT at UTC-04:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Singapore and America/Toronto.
Does daylight saving time affect the Singapore–Toronto difference?
Yes at the moment: Toronto is on daylight saving time and Singapore is not, so the -12h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Singapore's time zone?
SGT also covers Singapore.
Which countries use SGT, Singapore's zone?
SGT is used in Singapore.
Is there a day difference between Singapore and Toronto?
Sometimes. The -12h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in Singapore already falls on the in Toronto.
What is the time difference between Singapore and Toronto?
Toronto is -12h from Singapore.
What timezone is Singapore in?
Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is 8 hours ahead of GMT. As Asia's leading financial hub, Singapore bridges business hours between Europe and Australia.
What timezone is Toronto in?
Toronto shares Eastern Time (EST/EDT) with New York. As Canada's largest city and financial center, Toronto's TSX is among North America's largest stock exchanges.
What are the business hours in Singapore?
Standard business hours in Singapore are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT.
What are the business hours in Toronto?
Standard business hours in Toronto are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Singapore and Toronto?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Singapore works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT and Toronto works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST (-12h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Singapore and Toronto?
Singapore uses SGD (S$) while Toronto uses CAD (C$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Singapore and Toronto compare in size?
Singapore has a population of approximately 5.5 million (metro: 5.9 million), while Toronto has approximately 2.9 million (metro: 6.3 million).
What are the major landmarks in Singapore and Toronto?
Singapore is known for Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Merlion. Toronto is famous for CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, Ripley's Aquarium.
Do Singapore and Toronto have stock exchanges?
Yes. Singapore has the SGX (Singapore Exchange) and Toronto has the TSX (Toronto Stock Exchange). The -12h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use SGT (Singapore Standard Time)?
SGT is used in Singapore.
Does SGT observe daylight saving time?
No, SGT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+08:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about SGT?
Singapore uses UTC+08:00 despite being at about 104°E longitude (closer to UTC+07:00). Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
Which cities are in the EST timezone?
Major cities in the EST timezone include New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal.
What is the UTC offset for EST?
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is at UTC-05:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to EDT.
What should I know about the EST timezone?
EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
When is it midnight in Singapore, what time is it in Toronto?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Singapore (SGT), it is -12h later in Toronto (EST).
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