Area Code 683 — Ontario
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 683 is located in Ontario, Canada. Canada shares the North American Numbering Plan (NANPA) with the US, so Canadian numbers use the same 10-digit format. Calls between the US and Canada may or may not be included in your plan — check with your carrier, as international rates can apply.
Area code 683 is located in Ontario, Canada — specifically the central and northeastern Ontario region and operates on Eastern Time . The largest city served is Barrie . View all Canadian area codes →
Area Code Details
- Area Code
- 683
- State / Province
- Ontario (ON)
- Country
- Canada
- Geographic Area
- central and northeastern Ontario
- Time Zone
- Eastern Time Eastern Time
- Local Time Now
- —
- Status
- Active
- Code Type
- General Purpose Code
- In Service Since
- June 18, 2022
- Assigned
- November 10, 2021
- Population Served
- ~296,129 est.
- Overlay Complex
- 249/683/705
Cities Served
History & Relationships
Split from
705Overlay complex — shares geography with
Rate Centers & Exchanges
13 rate centers identified within area code 683
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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 683
What state is area code 683?
Area code 683 is located in Ontario, specifically covering the central and northeastern Ontario region.
Where is area code 683 from?
Area code 683 originates from Ontario — central and northeastern Ontario. It operates in the Eastern Time zone.
What time zone is area code 683?
Area code 683 falls within the Eastern Time zone (Eastern Time).
What cities are in area code 683?
Area code 683 serves cities including Barrie, Peterborough, Midland, Huntsville, Bracebridge, Elmvale, Waubaushene, Cameron, and more.
Is a call from area code 683 a scam?
Area code 683 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving Ontario. Like any area code, individual numbers using 683 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 683 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.