How to Call Canada from Canada
Calling Canada from Canada: 011 1 [local number].
Canada Country Code: +1
Quick answer
To call Canada from Canada, dial 011, then 1, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 1 506 234 5678. Calls cost from ~$0.03 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
011 1 506 234 5678
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
011
Canada's international dialing prefix
Country code
+1
Canada's international calling code
Local number
506 234 5678
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+1 506 234 5678
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Canada correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Canada - whether you’re calling Ottawa or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Canada from Canada
Dial the exit code for Canada
Start by dialing 011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Canada.
Add Canada's country code
Dial the country code +1 for Canada.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Canada (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 011 1 [local number] - For example: 011 1 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
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See rates for Canada →Calling Canada from Canada: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+1
Cost to Call Canada
~$0.03/min
Capital of Canada
Ottawa
Region
Americas (North America)
Currency of Canada
Canadian dollar ($)
Canada Time Zones
UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC-03:30
Current time
Your time
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Canada
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Canada is --
Exit Code in Canada
011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
011 1 506 234 5678
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
09:00-18:00
City & Area Codes for Canada
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Alberta | 1-587 |
| Calgary | 1-587 |
| Calgary | 1-403 |
| Edmonton | 1-780 |
| Gatineau | 1-819 |
| Halifax | 1-902 |
| London | 1-226 |
| London | 1-519 |
| Mississauga | 1-289 |
| Mississauga | 1-905 |
| Montreal | 1-438 |
| Montreal | 1-514 |
| Ottawa | 1-343 |
| Ottawa | 1-613 |
| Quebec City | 1-418 |
| Quebec City | 1-581 |
| Saskatoon | 1-306 |
| Sault Ste. Marie | 1-705 |
| Sault Ste. Marie | 1-249 |
| Specialized Telecom Services | 1-600 |
Show all 33 Canada area codes
| St. John | 1-506 |
| St. John's | 1-709 |
| Terrebone | 1-450 |
| Terrebone | 1-579 |
| Thunber Bay | 1-807 |
| Toronto | 1-647 |
| Toronto | 1-416 |
| Vancouver | 1-236 |
| Vancouver | 1-778 |
| Vancouver | 1-604 |
| Victoria | 1-250 |
| Winnipeg | 1-204 |
| Yellowknife | 1-867 |
