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Area Codes
Browse all Canadian area codes. Click on an area code to see detailed information.
Canadian area codes, also known as Number Plan Areas (NPAs), are a fundamental component of the North American telephone system. Introduced in 1947 as part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP), these three-digit codes identify specific geographic regions across Canada. Initially, Canada had only nine area codes, but with population growth and the explosion in demand for telecommunication services, this number has significantly increased.
Each Canadian province and territory has at least one unique area code. Ontario and Quebec, being the most populous provinces, have several. These codes are administered by the Canadian Numbering Administrator (CNA), which works in coordination with the North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA) to efficiently manage numbering resources.
Area code exhaustion has become a growing issue with the proliferation of mobile phones, fax machines, and internet lines. To address this, new codes are regularly introduced through a process called "overlay" or "split." Our comprehensive database allows you to explore all Canadian area codes, their coverage areas, and history.
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204 Area Code
Winnipeg, MB, Manitoba
226 Area Code
London, ON, Ontario
236 Area Code
Vancouver, BC, British Columbia
249 Area Code
Sudbury, ON, Ontario
250 Area Code
Victoria, BC, British Columbia
289 Area Code
Hamilton, ON, Ontario
306 Area Code
Regina, SK, Saskatchewan
343 Area Code
Ottawa, ON, Ontario
354 Area Code
Montreal, QC, Quebec
365 Area Code
Hamilton, ON, Ontario
367 Area Code
Quebec City, QC, Quebec
368 Area Code
Edmonton, AB, Alberta
382 Area Code
London, ON, Ontario
403 Area Code
Calgary, AB, Alberta
416 Area Code
Toronto, ON, Ontario
418 Area Code
Quebec City, QC, Quebec
428 Area Code
Moncton, NB, New Brunswick
431 Area Code
Winnipeg, MB, Manitoba
437 Area Code
Toronto, ON, Ontario
438 Area Code
Montreal, QC, Quebec
450 Area Code
Montreal suburbs, QC, Quebec
468 Area Code
Edmonton, AB, Alberta
474 Area Code
Quebec City, QC, Quebec
506 Area Code
Fredericton, NB, New Brunswick
514 Area Code
Montreal, QC, Quebec
519 Area Code
London, ON, Ontario
548 Area Code
London, ON, Ontario
579 Area Code
Montreal suburbs, QC, Quebec
581 Area Code
Quebec City, QC, Quebec
584 Area Code
Winnipeg, MB, Manitoba
587 Area Code
Alberta (province-wide), AB, Alberta
604 Area Code
Vancouver, BC, British Columbia
613 Area Code
Ottawa, ON, Ontario
639 Area Code
Regina, SK, Saskatchewan
647 Area Code
Toronto, ON, Ontario
672 Area Code
Vancouver, BC, British Columbia
683 Area Code
Toronto, ON, Ontario
705 Area Code
Sudbury, ON, Ontario
709 Area Code
St. John's, NL, Newfoundland and Labrador
742 Area Code
Toronto suburbs, ON, Ontario
753 Area Code
Ottawa, ON, Ontario
778 Area Code
Vancouver, BC, British Columbia
780 Area Code
Edmonton, AB, Alberta
782 Area Code
Charlottetown, PE, Prince Edward Island
807 Area Code
Thunder Bay, ON, Ontario
819 Area Code
Gatineau, QC, Quebec
825 Area Code
Alberta (province-wide), AB, Alberta
867 Area Code
Whitehorse, YT / Yellowknife, NT / Iqaluit, NU, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut
873 Area Code
Gatineau, QC, Quebec
879 Area Code
St. John's, NL, Newfoundland and Labrador
902 Area Code
Charlottetown, PE, Prince Edward Island
905 Area Code
Hamilton, ON, Ontario
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Understanding Canadian Area Codes
Canadian area codes follow the NXX format, where N is a digit from 2 to 9, and X can be any digit from 0 to 9. This structure is part of the North American 10-digit numbering format (NXX-NXX-XXXX), where the first three digits represent the area code, the next three the central office code (or exchange), and the last four the subscriber number.
The history of area codes in Canada dates back to 1947, when AT&T and Bell implemented the North American Numbering Plan. The first codes assigned to Canada were 204 (Manitoba), 306 (Saskatchewan), 403 (Alberta), 416 (Southern Ontario), 418 (Eastern Quebec), 514 (Western Quebec), 604 (British Columbia), 613 (Eastern Ontario), and 902 (Maritime provinces). These initial assignments reflected the population distribution at that time.
Over the decades, the growing demand for telephone services necessitated the introduction of new codes. Major events such as the introduction of mandatory 10-digit dialing and the elimination of the need to dial "1" for long-distance calls in certain regions have marked the evolution of the Canadian telephone system.
Importance of Area Codes in the Digital Age
Even in the era of digital communications and messaging apps, area codes retain their importance. They serve as geographical and cultural identifiers, often associated with regional identity. For example, 416 is strongly associated with Toronto, while 514 is emblematic of Montreal.
Area codes also have practical value for businesses and organizations. They enable efficient call routing, appropriate pricing of telephone services, and facilitate the management of limited numbering resources. For consumers, knowing area codes helps identify the source of incoming calls and can help avoid unexpected long-distance charges.
Our comprehensive database of Canadian area codes is constantly updated to reflect changes and new assignments. We provide detailed information about each code, including its coverage area, major cities served, and its history. Whether you're a telecommunications professional, a researcher, or simply curious about Canadian area codes, our site is your definitive resource.