Ghana
Canada
Accra to Toronto Time Difference
Toronto is 5 hours behind Accra
Accra vs Toronto — At a Glance
Accra to Toronto — Hour-by-Hour
About Accra and Toronto
Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade. Toronto (population: 2.9M) is known for Canada's financial capital, the CN Tower, and multicultural diversity.
Business Hours Overlap
The best window for business calls between Accra and Toronto is 9:00 AM–12:00 PM Accra time (2:00 PM–5:00 PM in Toronto).
Calling Between Cities
To call Toronto (+1) from Accra (+233), aim for late morning or early afternoon in Accra — that corresponds to morning hours in Toronto when people are usually available.
Currency
Accra uses GHS while Toronto uses CAD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Accra and Toronto share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Accra and Toronto visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Accra and Toronto?
Toronto, Canada is 5 hours behind Accra, Ghana. Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1) and Toronto is in the America/New York timezone (UTC-4).
When it's noon in Accra, what time is it in Toronto?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Accra, it's 7:00 AM in Toronto.
What is the best time to call Toronto from Accra?
The best time to call Toronto from Accra is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Accra, it's 4:00 AM in Toronto. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Accra for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Toronto use?
Toronto, Canada uses CAD. Accra uses GHS. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Toronto?
The primary languages in Toronto are English, French. Accra also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Toronto from Accra?
To call Toronto from Accra, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Accra uses country code +233 and Toronto uses +1.
