Whitehorse, Northwest Territories
867 Area Code
Reach customers and communities across Canada's North with a trusted 867 area code number. Covering all of Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, an 867 number signals local credibility for businesses serving mining operations, government agencies, Indigenous enterprises, and tourism operators across the world's largest geographic area code.
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About 867 Area Code
Area code 867 is the single area code for all of Canada's three northern territories: Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. It launched on October 21, 1997, replacing portions of area codes 403 and 819 to give the territories a unified numbering identity. With a land coverage of roughly 3.9 million square kilometres, 867 is the geographically largest area code in the entire North American Numbering Plan (NANP). Despite its vast footprint, the combined population of the three territories was approximately 132,000 in 2024, making it one of the least densely served codes on the continent.
The economies inside 867 are driven by resource extraction, public administration, and tourism. Mining - including gold in Yukon and critical minerals across the NWT - depends on reliable communications for remote site coordination, contractor dispatch, and supply-chain logistics. Government and public service organizations in capital cities like Whitehorse, Yellowknife, and Iqaluit use local numbers to stay accessible to residents spread across isolated communities. Wilderness tourism operators, Indigenous enterprises, and construction firms rounding out the regional picture all benefit from a recognizable 867 number that signals local accountability.
FoneSwift lists live 867 inventory on this page - search to confirm which numbers support Voice, SMS, and MMS. Because 867 covers such a vast and sparsely populated area, available inventory may be lower than in a major metropolitan code, and number pooling is used to manage resources efficiently. Businesses operating across multiple territories may also want to evaluate whether a single 867 number covers their entire audience, since the code spans all three territories without any overlay.
If your business targets the Canadian North, publish your number in both local format - (867) 555-1234 - and international E.164 format (+1 867 555 1234) to accommodate both in-territory callers and clients dialing from southern Canada or abroad. Canadian A2P business messaging is regulated by the CRTC and carrier guidelines, so register your messaging campaigns before launching bulk SMS. If you already have a northern number, porting to FoneSwift keeps your number familiar to existing clients while adding modern routing, AI receptionist, and analytics capabilities.
| Country | Canada |
| State | Northwest Territories |
| Area code | 867 |
| Primary cities | Whitehorse, Yellowknife, Iqaluit, Inuvik, Dawson City |
| Timezone | America/Whitehorse (MST) |
| Created | October 21, 1997 |
| International Format | +1 867 XXX XXXX |
| Local Format | (867) XXX-XXXX |
10-digit dialing (1 + area code + 7-digit number) is required from outside the 867 region. Within the territory, check with Northwestel for local dialing requirements. For business SMS, comply with CRTC guidelines and carrier rules for commercial messaging campaigns in Canada.
Area code 867 spans multiple time zones. Whitehorse (Yukon) permanently observes Mountain Standard Time (MST, UTC-7) with no Daylight Saving Time. Yellowknife (NWT) observes Mountain Time (MDT/MST, UTC-6/-7). Iqaluit (Nunavut) observes Eastern Time (EDT/EST, UTC-4/-5). Always confirm the local time zone of the specific community you are reaching before scheduling calls.
Because 867 covers three territories with limited number inventory, check live availability on this page for your preferred capabilities. Nearby Canadian codes like 250 (British Columbia), 403 and 780 (Alberta) can supplement coverage for audiences in western Canada if 867 inventory is limited at a given time.
Quick Facts about 867 Area Code
Interesting tidbits about this area code 867
"TOP of the World"
Dial 867 on a telephone keypad and you spell T-O-P, a fitting mnemonic for a code that covers communities stretching all the way to the top of the world - including Grise Fiord on Ellesmere Island, the northernmost settlement in Canada.
Largest area code on the continent
At roughly 3.9 million square kilometres, 867 is the biggest area code by land mass in the entire North American Numbering Plan - larger than any US state or Canadian province.
Four time zones in one code
867 is one of the very few area codes in the NANP that spans four official time zones: Pacific, Mountain, Central, and Eastern - all under a single three-digit prefix.
Born from two parents
When 867 launched in 1997, it consolidated territories that had previously been split between area code 403 (Alberta) and area code 819 (western Quebec), giving Canada's North its own distinct telephony identity.
One of three cross-boundary Canadian codes
867 is one of only three Canadian area codes that cross provincial or territorial lines, alongside 782 and 902, reflecting the unique administrative geography of Canada's northern territories.
Telephone history stretching back to the Gold Rush
Whitehorse got its first telephone service in 1901 during the Klondike Gold Rush era, making the Yukon's telephony history one of the more colourful in the country.
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How Does Local 867 Phone Numbers Work?
A local business number is a structured telephone identifier that tells networks where to route calls and messages. When you use a 867 number in Whitehorse and Northwest Territories, the digits signal the international gateway, the geographic region, the local exchange and the specific subscriber, so calls reach the right destination quickly and reliably.
The typical parts of a Canada local number are:
- Country code (+1): identifies Canada for international routing.
- Area code (867): directs the call to the Whitehorse / Northwest Territories region.
- Central office / exchange (eg. 555): narrows the call to a local switching area or rate center.
- Subscriber number (eg. 1234): the unique line assigned to a person, extension, or device.
Example formats:
| International Format (E.164) | +1 867 555 1234 |
| Local Format (National) | (867) 555-1234 |
Quick Dialing Guide
The correct formats to reach 867 numbers locally and globally.
From Landlines
Standard Canada FormatUse for domestic long-distance calls within Canada.
From Mobile
E.164 InternationalThe universal format. Works on any mobile device, anywhere.
International
From abroadDialing from outside Canada (exit code 00 varies by country).
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For businesses, local numbers offer clear benefits: higher answer rates, stronger local recognition, and better performance for local campaigns and customer trust. Typical business features include call forwarding, call recording, auto-attendants, voicemail-to-email, and multi-device ringing.
Important operational notes:
- SMS & A2P: If you plan to send application-to-person messages from a 867 number, register your traffic where required and follow carrier rules (10DLC/A2P) to avoid deliverability or throughput issues.
- Number Porting: Bring your existing 867number to FoneSwift seamlessly. Our team handles the entire porting process, simply submit your number details and we'll coordinate with your current provider. Porting typically completes within 5-10 business days, and you'll receive updates at each step. There's no service interruption during the transfer.
- Display & formatting: Always publish numbers in both local and E.164 formats so international and mobile users can easily dial.
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How to Get a 867 Phone Number
Buying a local 867 phone number using FoneSwift is easy and takes just a few minutes. Follow these simple steps to get your local 867 phone number and start connecting with customers in Canada today.
Create a new account on FoneSwift or sign in to your existing account to get started.
Once logged in, you'll be taken to your FoneSwift dashboard where you can manage all your phone numbers and settings.
Click on Settings in the sidebar, then go to "My Numbers" and click the "Add a Number" button.
Choose Canada as your country from the dropdown menu.
Select Local as the type of number, then choose the 867 area code from the available options.
Click the "Search" button to see all available phone numbers with the selected area code.
Browse through the available numbers, select one that fits your needs, click "Buy Number", and confirm your purchase.
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Businesses Using 867 Phone Numbers
Canada's northern territories host a distinctive mix of mining and resource operations, government services, wilderness tourism, and Indigenous enterprises. A local 867 number helps any of these businesses and organizations build immediate recognition and trust with communities spread across a vast region.
Mining and resource operations
Gold, diamond, and critical-mineral mining companies use local 867 numbers for site dispatching, contractor coordination, supply-chain updates, and community liaison. A local number builds trust with both on-site crews and local government contacts.
Government and public administration
Territorial and federal government departments serving three capital cities rely on local numbers for constituent services, inter-agency coordination, and community outreach. Familiar local numbers improve pickup rates in smaller, close-knit communities.
Wilderness and adventure tourism
Guided wilderness tours, aurora-viewing operators, dog-sledding outfitters, and national-park concessionaires use 867 numbers for bookings, safety check-ins, and visitor information - a local number signals credibility to travelers researching the North.
Indigenous enterprises and cultural organizations
First Nations, Inuit, and Metis businesses and community organizations use local numbers for services ranging from cultural tourism to commercial food production, artisan sales, and social programs.
Construction and infrastructure contractors
Housing initiatives, road projects, and remote infrastructure work across all three territories depend on consistent local communications for crew dispatch, project management, and client updates.
Healthcare and community services
Health authorities, remote nursing stations, and telehealth providers covering isolated communities use local 867 numbers to ensure patients and caregivers can reach services quickly with a recognizable, trusted number.
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