Geographic Regions and Area Codes

Area code 902 serves the Canadian provinces of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. This area code spans a wide region in southeastern Canada, covering major cities such as Halifax, Sydney, and Charlottetown. The region is also overlaid with area code 782 to accommodate the growing demand for phone numbers. This overlay means that both area codes serve the same geographic region, and 10-digit dialing is required for all calls within the area. The original area code 902 was established in 1947 and continues to be a vital part of the region's telecommunications infrastructure.

Key regions within the 902 area code include:

  • Halifax, Nova Scotia
  • Sydney, Nova Scotia
  • Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
  • Summerside, Prince Edward Island