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Local 10-Digit Dialing and a New Area Code Coming to Newfoundland and LabradorResidents and businesses encouraged to begin preparing early for new 10-digit dialing ST. JOHN'S, May 23, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Starting August 17, 2018, local 10-digit dialing will be introduced in Newfoundland and Labrador. Residents will need to dial 10 digits – the area code followed by the seven-digit phone number – for all local calls. The introduction of 10-digit dialing is the result of a decision by the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) and will pave the way for the addition of a new area code, 879, in November 2018, as the 709 area code reaches capacity. The ever-growing use of communications services is driving a huge increase in demand for phone numbers in the region which means 10-digit local dialing will be required for all wireline and wireless local calls. This dialing method allows for the introduction of a new area code that will create millions of new phone numbers. The Telecommunications Alliance, a group of major Canadian telecommunications companies, is leading a public awareness campaign to inform residents and business customers across Newfoundland and Labrador about local 10-digit dialing. "Most regions in Canada have already successfully transitioned to local 10-digit dialing and we are confident these changes will be seamlessfor residents and businesses in Newfoundland and Labrador," said Glen Brown, Director of the Canadian Numbering Administrator. "In order to ensure a successful transition, we recommend that people start reprogramming their equipment for 10-digit local dialing now, as telecommunications companies are already able to support 10-digit dialed calls. By adopting 10-digit dialing early, residents and businesses will be well-prepared by August 2018." How to Prepare for 10-Digit Dialing New area code Other new area codes in Canada The Telecommunications Alliance
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