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Country Code for Canada: +1

Americas

+1

Dialing Code

CA

ISO2

CAN

ISO3

C$ CAD

Canadian Dollar

UTC-3.5 to UTC-8

Timezone

Feb 23, 2026, 06:25 PM

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About Canada Phone Codes

This page provides comprehensive information about Canada's international dialing system, helping you make seamless phone calls to and from this destination.

The country code for Canada is +1, which is essential for making international calls to Canada. Our guide includes detailed dialing instructions, practical examples from major countries, and helpful tips to ensure your calls connect successfully. Whether you're calling for business, staying in touch with family, or making travel arrangements, you'll find all the country code information you need right here.

Beyond the primary phone code, we also provide useful details such as Canada ISO country code (CA) CAN, local currency Canadian Dollar (C$), time zone information (UTC-3.5 to UTC-8), and step-by-step dialing instructions to make your international calling experience as smooth as possible towards Canada.

How to Call Canada

International Format: +1 XXX XXX XXXX

  1. 1Dial your country's international access code (usually 00 or +)
  2. 2Dial the Canada country code: +1
  3. 3Dial the area code and phone number (8-9 digits total)

Examples from Popular Countries dialing to Canada

From United Kingdom:

00 1 416 123 4567

From Germany:

00 1 416 123 4567

From Australia:

0011 1 416 123 4567

CA Emergency Numbers
Child safety helpline

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Kids Help Phone

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Carriers in Canada

Before your trip to Canada, familiarize yourself with the leading mobile carriers. Major operators like Rogers, Bell, Telus and Freedom Mobile provide nationwide coverage with prepaid and postpaid options. Most airports and shopping centers have carrier stores where you can purchase SIM cards.

Did you know?

Canada shares the +1 country code with the US. No international prefix (011) is needed for calls between the two countries.

Canada's main city phone codes

CityPhone Code
Toronto+1 416
Vancouver+1 604
Montreal+1 514
Calgary+1 403
Ottawa+1 613
Edmonton+1 780
Quebec City+1 418
Winnipeg+1 204
Hamilton+1 905
Kitchener+1 519
London+1 519
Halifax+1 902
Victoria+1 250
Windsor+1 519
Saskatoon+1 306

Note: These are the main area codes for major cities in Canada. When calling from abroad, dial the international access code, then +1, then the city code (without the + symbol), followed by the local number.

Scams and telemarketing rules in Canada

Canada uses STIR/SHAKEN to verify caller IDs. 976 is a high-cost premium prefix to avoid.

Telemarketing/toll-free prefixes: 800, 888, 877

Common scams to watch for: CRA tax fraud, immigration threats, fake bank security.

Report fraud to:Report to CRTC