How To Call Canada From Australia: A Step-By-Step Guide

In this guide, we’ll cover the exact steps on how to call Canada from Australia, whether you’re calling to landline or mobile.

How To Call from Australia To Canada (Landline Or Mobile) In Canada

Canada phone numbers are the same for both landlines and mobile. So, to call a number in Canada, you would dial:

STEP 1: Dial the Australian exit code: 0011 dials you out of Australia.
STEP 2: Dial the Canada country code: 1.
STEP 3: Dial the area code (3 digits) and the local phone number (7 digits).

The complete number you dial should look something like this: 0011-1-416-123-4567 or +1-416-123-4567 if calling from a mobile phone.

0011-1-416-123-4567

If you’re calling from a landline.

+1-416-123-4567

If you’re calling from a mobile phone.

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Canada Area Codes

Canada is divided into hundreds of regions, each having their own area code.

Area/City	Area Code
Manitoba	204, 431
London, ON	226, 519, 548
Vancouver, BC	236, 604, 778
Sudbury, ON	249, 705
Kelowna, BC	250
Hamilton, ON	289, 365
Saskatchewan	306, 639
Ottawa, ON	343, 613
Quebec, QC	367, 418, 581
Calgary, AB	403, 587, 825
Toronto, ON	416, 437, 647
Montreal, QC	438, 514
Granby, QC	450, 579
New Brunswick	506
Newfoundland/Labrador	709
Edmonton, AB	780
Nova Scotia/PE Island	782, 902
Kenora, ON	807
Sherbrooke, QC	819, 873

Time Zone

Canada spans multiple time zones, from Pacific Time to Atlantic Time.

Canada has 6 standard time zones with 6 corresponding Daylight Saving Time (DST) time zones. They are:

Time Zone	Abbreviation	Provinces/Territories
Pacific Standard Time	PST	British Columbia (most of), Yukon
Mountain Standard Time	MST	Alberta, Northwest Territories (most of), Nunavut (west)
Central Standard Time	CST	Manitoba, Nunavut (central), Ontario (west), Saskatchewan (most of)
Eastern Standard Time	EST	Nunavut (east), Ontario (most of), Quebec (most of)
Atlantic Standard Time	AST	New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec (east)
Newfoundland Standard Time	NST	Newfoundland and Labrador (most of)

Some of these time zones observe Daylight Saving Time (DST) from March to November and switch to a different offset during that period. For example, PST becomes Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) with an offset of UTC -7 instead of UTC -8.

Canada’s time zones are often referred to by their generic name, without making a difference between standard time and Daylight Saving Time designations. For example, Central Time (CT) refers to Central Standard Time (CST) or Central Daylight Time (CDT), depending on which is currently in use.

Canada’s time zones can also be referred to as UTC – x h, where x is the number of hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). For example, British Columbia time in the winter months is described as UTC-8h, meaning it is eight hours behind Coordinated Universal Time, while Newfoundland time is referred to as UTC-3h30.

Time Difference

Here is a table of the time differences between Canada and Australian time zones, based on the current time in Ottawa and Sydney.

Please note that these time differences may vary depending on Daylight Saving Time (DST) and the specific locations within each country.

Canada Time Zone	Australian Time Zone	Time Difference
Pacific Standard Time (PST)	Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)	AEST is 18 hours ahead of PST
Mountain Standard Time (MST)	Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)	AEST is 17 hours ahead of MST
Central Standard Time (CST)	Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)	AEST is 16 hours ahead of CST
Eastern Standard Time (EST)	Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)	AEST is 15 hours ahead of EST
Atlantic Standard Time (AST)	Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)	AEST is 14 hours ahead of AST
Newfoundland Standard Time (NST)	Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)	AEST is 13.5 hours ahead of NST

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to dial 011 to call Canada?

A: If you are calling Canada from the United States, you will need to dial the international exit code “011” followed by Canada’s country code “1” and then the local number. However, if you are calling from a different country, the international exit code may vary.

Q: How do I make a phone call in Canada?

A: To make a local call within Canada, simply dial the local 10-digit number (area code + local number). If you are calling from outside of Canada, you will need to dial your country’s international exit code, followed by Canada’s country code “1”, and then the local 10-digit number.

Q: How do I dial out from Australia?

A: To dial out of Australia to another country, you will need to use the international exit code “0011” followed by the destination country’s code and the local number.

Q: Is Canada country code +1 or 001?

A: Canada’s country code is “+1”. The “001” you mentioned is typically an international exit code used by some countries to dial out. The actual country code for Canada is “1”.

Q: How can I call Canada from Australia?

A: To call Canada from Australia, you need to dial the exit code for Australia (0011) followed by the country code for Canada (1) and then the Canadian telephone number you wish to reach.

Q: Can I find the specific dialling codes for Canada online?

A: You can easily find dialling codes for Canada online with a quick search. Many websites offer a guide to international dialling codes for different countries.

Q: Do I need to know the specific city of the person I’m calling in Canada?

A: Yes, you will need to know the city or region of the person you are trying to call in Canada as different areas have different area codes.

Q: What is the format for Canadian phone numbers?

A: The format for Canadian phone numbers is (area code) + (local subscriber number) for landline numbers, and 10 digits for mobile numbers.

Q: When is the best time to call Canada from Australia?

A: The best time to call Canada from Australia is during the daytime in Canada when the recipient is most likely to be awake and available to take your call. Keep in mind any timezone differences.

Q: What are the specific codes for Canada?

A: The specific codes for Canada include the country code (1), area codes for different regions, and international dialling codes required when calling from outside of Canada.

Q: Do I need to dial any specific digits before the Canadian phone number?

A: Depending on your location and service plan, you may need to dial a prefix before the Canadian phone number. Please check with your provider for specific instructions.

Q: How many digits are in a Canadian phone number?

A: A Canadian phone number will have 10 digits including the area code and local subscriber number.

Q: Can I directly call a local subscriber in Canada from Australia?

A: Yes, you can make a direct call to a local subscriber in Canada from Australia by dialling the appropriate exit code, country code, area code and phone number.