Area code 289

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Cities and towns in area code 289

Places we have prefix data for in 289. The list may be incomplete.

• Hamilton, ON (2)
• Brampton, ON (1)
• Burlington, ON (1)
• Niagara Falls, ON (1)
• Oshawa, ON (1)
• St. Catharines, ON (1)

Area codes that overlay 289

• 365
• 742
• 905

Questions

Where is area code 289?

Area code 289 is in Ontario. It serves Hamilton, Brampton, Burlington, Niagara Falls and Oshawa and 1 other cities and towns.

What time zone is area code 289 in?

Area code 289 uses Eastern Time.

What area codes overlay 289?

365, 742 and 905 serve the same area as 289. New numbers in the area can get any of these codes, which is why local calls need all 10 digits.

Is a call from area code 289 a scam?

The area code alone doesn’t tell you. Most calls from 289 are ordinary local calls, but scammers can fake (“spoof”) any number. If you don’t recognize a 289 number, let it go to voicemail.

When did area code 289 start?

289 went into service in 2001. It was created from area code 905.

Can a 289 number be outside Ontario?

Yes. People keep their numbers when they move and when they switch to mobile or internet phone services, so a 289 caller can be anywhere.

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