Area Code 705 — Ontario
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 705 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 705 is located in Ontario, Canada and operates on Eastern Time . The largest city served is Barrie . View all Canadian area codes →
Coverage Area
Area code 705 — OntarioArea Code Details
- Area Code
- 705
- State / Province
- Ontario (ON)
- Country
- Canada
- Time Zone
- Eastern Time Eastern Time
- Local Time Now
- —
- Status
- Active
- Code Type
- General Purpose Code
- In Service Since
- January 1, 1957
- Assigned
- January 1, 1957
- Population Served
- ~449,439 est.
- Overlay Complex
- 249/683/705
Cities Served
History & Relationships
New codes split from 705
Overlay complex — shares geography with
Rate Centers & Exchanges
23 rate centers identified within area code 705
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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 705
What state is area code 705?
Area code 705 is located in Ontario.
Where is area code 705 from?
Area code 705 originates from Ontario. It operates in the Eastern Time zone.
What time zone is area code 705?
Area code 705 falls within the Eastern Time zone (Eastern Time).
What cities are in area code 705?
Area code 705 serves cities including Barrie, Peterborough, North Bay, Timmins, Midland, Lindsay, Huntsville, Alliston, and more.
Is a call from area code 705 a scam?
Area code 705 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving Ontario. Like any area code, individual numbers using 705 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 705 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.