Area Code 942 — Ontario
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 942 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 942 is located in Ontario, Canada — specifically the Toronto Ontario region and operates on Eastern Time . The largest city served is Toronto . View all Canadian area codes →
Area Code Details
- Area Code
- 942
- State / Province
- Ontario (ON)
- Country
- Canada
- Geographic Area
- Toronto Ontario
- Time Zone
- Eastern Time Eastern Time
- Local Time Now
- —
- Status
- Active
- Code Type
- General Purpose Code
- In Service Since
- April 26, 2025
- Assigned
- May 10, 2023
- Population Served
- ~2,794,356 est.
- Overlay Complex
- 416/437/647/942
Cities Served
History & Relationships
Split from
416Rate Centers & Exchanges
1 rate centers identified within area code 942
Other Area Codes in Ontario
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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 942
What state is area code 942?
Area code 942 is located in Ontario, specifically covering the Toronto Ontario region.
Where is area code 942 from?
Area code 942 originates from Ontario — Toronto Ontario. It operates in the Eastern Time zone.
What time zone is area code 942?
Area code 942 falls within the Eastern Time zone (Eastern Time).
What cities are in area code 942?
Area code 942 serves cities including Toronto.
Is a call from area code 942 a scam?
Area code 942 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving Ontario. Like any area code, individual numbers using 942 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 942 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.