Port Louis×Toronto
Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
If it's this in Port Louis, it's that in Toronto.
When it's 8:00 am in Port Louis, it's 12:00 am in Toronto — late night there, the same day.
When it's 10:00 am in Port Louis, it's 2:00 am in Toronto — late night there, the same day.
When it's 12:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 4:00 am in Toronto — late night there, the same day.
When it's 3:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 7:00 am in Toronto — morning there, the same day.
When it's 5:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 9:00 am in Toronto — late morning there, the same day.
When it's 9:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 1:00 pm in Toronto — midday there, the same day.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Port Louis uses the MUR (₨) and Toronto uses the CAD ($). Conversations can stay in English, which is official in both countries. Be careful behind the wheel: Port Louis drives on the left, Toronto on the right.
- Country
- Mauritius
- Capital
- Port Louis
- Currency
- Mauritian rupee (MUR · ₨)
- Language
- English, French, Mauritian Creole
- Calling code
- +230
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Canada
- Capital
- Ottawa
- Currency
- Canadian dollar (CAD · $)
- Language
- English, French
- Calling code
- +1
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Port Louis and Toronto?
Port Louis is 8 hours behind Toronto. Port Louis runs on GMT+4 and Toronto on GMT-4. The gap can shift by an hour when either side enters or leaves daylight saving — the live clocks above always reflect the current offset.
When it's 10 am in Port Louis, what time is it in Toronto?
10:00 am in Port Louis is 2:00 am in Toronto on the same day — late night there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When it's 3 pm in Port Louis, what time is it in Toronto?
3:00 pm in Port Louis is 7:00 am in Toronto on the same day — morning there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
Standard 09:00–17:00 workdays don't intersect. Most teams compromise with one side meeting early (before 09:00) or late (after 17:00).
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Port Louis from Toronto?
About 15,256 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 18h 27m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Port Louis and Toronto use?
Port Louis uses the Mauritian rupee (MUR, ₨); Toronto uses the Canadian dollar (CAD, $). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Port Louis from Toronto?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 011), then +230, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Port Louis and Toronto?
Both Mauritius and Canada count English among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. Port Louis also has French, Mauritian Creole; Toronto adds French.
Do Port Louis and Toronto drive on the same side of the road?
No. Mauritius drives on the left, Canada on the right. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.