Locations for Area Code - 249

Area Code 249 covers northeastern Ontario, introduced in 2011 to complement the long-serving 705. From Sudbury to Sault Ste. Marie, 249 connects a region built on mining, forestry, and resourceful communities. Though newer, it’s become embedded in the daily rhythm of life in the North. A 249 number could mean a call from a local business, a First Nations community, or a regional office pushing change. In a vast landscape where distance matters, 249 bridges the gap. It's a number born from necessity, but now it speaks of growth, resilience, and pride in Northern Ontario’s evolving story.