Introduction of 584 area code in Manitoba

WINNIPEG, MB, Oct. 26, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - Starting October 29, the new 584 area code will be introduced in Manitoba currently served by area codes 204 and 431. The introduction of the new area code is in response to the increasing demand for phone numbers in the region, ensuring residents and businesses continue to have enough numbers to meet demand well into the future.

"The new area code will be introduced gradually starting on October 29. After this date, residents and businesses requesting a new phone number may receive one with the new area code," said Kelly T. Walsh, Program Manager of the Canadian Numbering Administrator.

Important information

• Existing numbers keep the same area code
• Local calling areas remain the same
• All local calls will require 10 digits (area code + local number)
• Special numbers such as 211, 311, 411, 611 and 911 will still be dialed using only three digits
• Businesses using communications systems that restrict long distance calling will need to add 584 as a local area code

The Telecommunications Alliance

Canada's major telecommunications service providers have joined forces to develop a communications campaign informing the public about the introduction of new area codes in certain calling areas. For more information about new area codes in Canada, please visit newareacodes.ca.

SOURCE Telecommunications Alliance

Lucie Papineau Pugliese, [email protected], 514 236-3164