Pesach 2027 times in Toronto
Candle lighting and end of yom tov for the first and last days of Pesach 2027 in Toronto, Canada, plus the latest times to eat and burn chametz.
First days
- Wednesday 21 April: Candle lighting (first Seder) 19:50
- Thursday 22 April: Candle lighting, not before (second Seder) 20:55
- Friday 23 April: Shabbat candles, from an existing flame 19:52
- Saturday 24 April: Yom tov and Shabbat end 20:57
Last days
- Tuesday 27 April: Candle lighting 19:57
- Wednesday 28 April: Candle lighting, not before 21:03
- Thursday 29 April: Yom tov ends 21:04
Chametz – Wednesday 21 April
- Latest time to eat chametz (Magen Avraham): 10:35
- Latest time to eat chametz (Gra): 10:59
- Latest time to burn chametz (Magen Avraham): 11:56
- Latest time to burn chametz (Gra): 12:08
Follow your community's custom.
Candle lighting in Toronto is 18 minutes before sunset. "Not before" and end times use nightfall (8.5°).
Toronto, Canada's largest metropolis and a global city of immense diversity, is also home to one of North America's most significant and vibrant Jewish communities, making it an exceptionally welcoming and convenient destination for kosher travelers. The history of Jewish settlement in Toronto dates back to the mid-19th century, with initial immigrants arriving primarily from Western Europe. This early community laid the groundwork, establishing benevolent societies and the first synagogues. Significant waves of immigration from Eastern Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries dramatically expanded the Jewish population, fostering the growth of robust communal institutions, including yeshivas, social services, and Yiddish cultural organizations. Following World War II, further influxes of Holocaust survivors and later, immigrants from other parts of the world, including North Africa, the Middle East, and the former Soviet Union, contributed to the community's rich tapestry and diverse religious and cultural expressions.
Pesach programs near Toronto
Frequently asked questions
When do I light candles for the first Seder of Pesach 2027 in Toronto?
In Toronto, candle lighting for the first Seder is at 19:50 on Wednesday 21 April.
When does Pesach 2027 end in Toronto?
In Toronto, the last day of Pesach ends at 21:04 on Thursday 29 April.
What is the latest time to eat chametz in Toronto?
On Wednesday 21 April in Toronto: 10:35 according to the Magen Avraham and 10:59 according to the Gra. Follow your community's custom.