There’s a new local area code coming in Grey Bruce and the rest of southwestern Ontario next summer.
Starting in mid-June, the area code 382 will be introduced to meet the growing demand for new telephone numbers in the region.
It will be the fourth area code used to serve phone customers in the region, joining 519, 226 and 548.
“The introduction of a new area code creates millions of additional telephone numbers without affecting the existing numbers,” says Canadian Numbering Administrator Program Manager Kelly T. Walsh in a statement. “The new area code 382 will be added to the current area codes already in use in this region.”
A release explains the new area code will be introduced gradually starting on June 17, 2023. After this date, consumers and businesses requesting a new phone number may receive one with the new area code.