Chasing daylight

Permanent Daylight Time May Have Negative Effects on Health and Productivity

According to Juda, implementing permanent daylight time could lead to people getting less sleep and experiencing increased fatigue during the day. This lack of sleep can have negative consequences on productivity, well-being, and mood, ultimately resulting in potential health issues and accidents due to fatigue.

It is well-known that adequate sleep is crucial for overall health and functioning, and disrupting the natural sleep-wake cycle by implementing permanent daylight time could have serious implications.

Implications of Permanent Standard Time on Different Parts of the Country

While winters would remain unchanged, some regions would experience very early sunrises in mid to late June if permanent standard time was implemented. In major cities, the earliest summer sunrise would occur between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m., while in places like Gaspé and Sept Iles, Que., Fort McMurray, Alta., and Prince George, B.C., sunrise would occur between 3 a.m. and 4 a.m.

This shift in sunrise times could disrupt daily routines and have a significant impact on the sleep patterns and overall well-being of individuals living in these regions.