Area Code 683Ontario

central and northeastern Ontario
Active General Purpose Code Overlay Canada

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

History & Relationships

Split from

705
Ontario

Overlay 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.