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Parents Newsletter - November 2021
Montreal
- Friday, October 29, 2021
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Daylights savings time ends November 7, 2021 at 2 A.M.
DON’T FORGET TO SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR!
Here are some interesting facts about daylight savings time:
1) Benjamin Franklin is credited with creating DST
2) There are benefits to DST like a decrease in energy
consumption and a reduction in crime rates
3) DST is not observed Canada-wide
4) DST starts and ends at 2 A.M. for a reason, so most will not notice because they are asleep
For more information visit information about Daylight Savings Time, visit:
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/88302/10-fascinating-facts-about-daylight-saving-time
Tips for helping your body deal with Daylight Savings Time:
1) Ease into the time change
2) Stick to set sleep schedule
3) Nap if you need to but not too close to bed time
4) Avoid electronics before going to bed
5) Do not overdo it with caffeine
Source: https://www.healthline.com/health-news/5-tips-for-dealing-with-daylight-savings-time#Daylight-saving-time-throws-off-yourbody-clock
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