To call Canada, you need to dial the country code, followed by the area code and the local phone number.
Dialing Canada is straightforward, especially when calling from the United States, as both countries are part of the North American Numbering Plan.
Steps to Call Canada
Based on the provided information, here's the exact sequence to dial a Canadian phone number:
- Dial the country code for Canada: This is '1'.
- Dial the 3-digit area code: Enter the specific area code for the region in Canada you are calling.
- Dial the 7-digit local number: Enter the Canadian cell phone or landline number after the area code.
Example Dialing Sequence
Putting it all together, the format you will dial looks like this:
1 - [Area Code] - [Local Number]
For example, if you were calling a number 555-1234 in the Toronto area code 416, you would dial 1-416-555-1234.
Remember to always include the '1' first, even for domestic calls within Canada or when calling from the U.S.
This method applies whether you are calling a Canadian landline or a cell phone.
