Border crossing hours will change at nine British Columbia land ports of entry beginning at 2:00 a.m. Pacific Time on November 1, 2026.
The Canada Border Services Agency said the revised schedule will remain in effect until 2:00 a.m. Pacific Time on March 14, 2027.
The adjustment is intended to keep service hours aligned with neighbouring U.S. ports of entry during the period when the United States continues seasonal clock changes.
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Why The CBSA Is Changing Border Crossing Hours
The CBSA said the changes follow British Columbia’s decision to adopt permanent year-round daylight saving time.
The United States will continue changing its clocks seasonally, creating a difference between the time displayed in British Columbia and the operating schedules used at nearby U.S. crossings.
To address that difference, the CBSA is adjusting opening and closing times at the nine selected land ports in the fall and spring.
The agency said the approach will maintain year-round coordination between Canadian and U.S. border operations at those locations.
The revised border crossing hours are also intended to provide clearer information to travellers about when each port is operating.
The CBSA said better coordination may be particularly useful when a traveller is found inadmissible and is directed to return immediately to the country they came from.
New BC Border Crossing Hours From November 1
The following schedules apply from November 1, 2026, through March 14, 2027. All times listed by the CBSA are Pacific Time.
| Land Port | Traveller Hours | Commercial Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Aldergrove | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., seven days a week | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., seven days a week |
| Carson | 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., seven days a week | 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except holidays |
| Cascade | 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., seven days a week | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except holidays |
| Chopaka | 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., seven days a week | 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except holidays |
| Fraser | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., seven days a week | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., seven days a week |
| Midway | 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., seven days a week | 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except holidays |
| Nelway | 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., seven days a week | 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except holidays |
| Pleasant Camp | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., seven days a week | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., seven days a week |
| Waneta | 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., seven days a week | 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except holidays |
What Travellers Should Know Before Crossing
Travellers planning to use one of the affected ports should check the applicable border crossing hours before leaving for the border.
The schedules differ substantially between locations, with some ports operating until 1:00 a.m. and others closing at 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. for travellers.
Travellers should distinguish between passenger and commercial schedules because several ports have separate hours for each type of crossing.
Commercial operators may face earlier closing times than passenger traffic at Carson, Nelway and Waneta.
Commercial hours at Carson, Cascade, Chopaka, Midway, Nelway and Waneta are listed for weekdays only and exclude holidays.
The CBSA’s announcement does not state that the nine ports will operate continuously outside the published schedules.
Travellers should not assume that a port will be available simply because another nearby crossing remains open.
Alternative Ports May Be Available
If a selected port is unavailable when a traveller needs to cross, the CBSA says travellers can use an alternate port of entry.
The announcement does not identify a single alternate crossing for every affected location.
Travellers should review the CBSA’s official directory and border-planning resources before starting their journey.
Border wait times may also affect the most practical route, even when a port is open.
The CBSA said it works with emergency services on both sides of the border to support crossings during an emergency situation.
When The Current Schedule Ends
The revised border crossing hours are scheduled to end at 2:00 a.m. Pacific Time on March 14, 2027.
The announcement does not provide the operating schedules that will apply after that date.
Travellers and commercial carriers should check for a later CBSA update before planning crossings after March 14, 2027.
The CBSA’s directory of offices and services and its border-travel information pages should be checked for current information.
How To Check Official Border Information
The CBSA provides an online directory of offices and services that travellers and importers can use to find current information.
The agency also provides resources for planning a trip across the border and checking border wait times.
Travellers should confirm the date, port name, traffic category and time zone before relying on a schedule.
Operating hours do not determine whether a person is admissible to Canada. Admission decisions remain subject to Canadian immigration and border laws and the individual circumstances of each traveller.
Official source: Canada Border Services Agency news release dated October 9, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the new British Columbia border crossing hours begin?
The new schedules will take effect at 2:00 a.m. Pacific Time on November 1, 2026.
How long will the revised CBSA hours remain in effect?
The CBSA says the revised hours will remain in place until 2:00 a.m. Pacific Time on March 14, 2027.
Which British Columbia ports are affected?
The affected ports are Aldergrove, Carson, Cascade, Chopaka, Fraser, Midway, Nelway, Pleasant Camp and Waneta.
Are traveller and commercial hours the same at every port?
No. Some ports publish separate schedules for travellers and commercial traffic, while others list the same hours for both categories.
What should travellers do if a port is closed?
The CBSA advises travellers to use an alternate port of entry and check official CBSA resources before travelling.
Fact-Checked: Fact-checked against the CBSA news release dated October 9, 2026, and current CBSA official directory resources on October 10, 2026.
Disclaimer: Border schedules can change, so travellers should confirm current hours and wait times with the CBSA before crossing.
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