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Area Code

613

Get a local business phone in the 613 area code, answered 24/7 by an AI receptionist — for under $60/month.

Area code 613 covers eastern Ontario, Canada, including the cities of Ottawa and Gatineau. It borders Quebec to the east, area codes 705 and 249 to the north, 343 and 416 to the west, and New York state to the south.

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Where the 613 area code is located#

Area code 613 covers eastern Ontario, Canada, including the cities of Ottawa and Gatineau. It borders Quebec to the east, area codes 705 and 249 to the north, 343 and 416 to the west, and New York state to the south.

Geographic coverage#

Area code 613 serves eastern Ontario region, including Ottawa, Gatineau, Kanata, Nepean, Orléans, Rockland, Arnprior, Carleton Place, Smiths Falls, Perth, Renfrew, Pembroke, Petawawa, and surrounding towns and communities. It also covers neighboring area codes like 705 (northern Ontario), 343 and 416 (Greater Toronto Area), and the Quebec side of the National Capital Region.

Population & demographics#

The 613 area code region has a population of over 1.3 million people, with the majority residing in the Ottawa-Gatineau metropolitan area. It has a diverse population with a significant francophone community, especially in Gatineau. The region attracts many young professionals and government workers due to its status as the national capital.

Time zone#

The entire 613 area code region observes Eastern Time Zone (ET) and follows Daylight Saving Time (DST).

Economic overview#

The Ottawa-Gatineau region, covered by area code 613, has a strong and diverse economy driven by the public sector, high-tech industries, and tourism. It is home to many federal government departments and agencies, as well as major technology companies like Shopify, BlackBerry, and Ciena. The region also benefits from its proximity to the United States border and enjoys a thriving tourism industry.

What makes the region unique#

Area code 613 encompasses the National Capital Region of Canada, home to many iconic landmarks and institutions, including the Parliament Buildings, the Rideau Canal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and numerous museums and galleries. The region also boasts scenic natural attractions like Gatineau Park and the Ottawa River.

Why businesses choose the 613 area code#

Businesses in the 613 area code benefit from the region's highly educated workforce, strategic location near the U.S. border, well-developed infrastructure, and access to both English and French-speaking markets. The region is also a hub for government contracting opportunities and offers a high quality of life for employees.

What you get with My AI Front Desk on the 613 area code#

  • A local 613 number. Callers see a familiar area code and trust the call.
  • 24/7 answering. Every call picked up on the first ring — evenings, weekends, holidays.
  • Natural-sounding voice. A real conversation, not a phone tree.
  • Trained on your business. Knows your services, pricing, hours, location, and policies.
  • Books appointments directly. Google Calendar, Outlook, or your existing scheduler.
  • SMS follow-up on missed calls. Turns hang-ups into pipeline automatically.
  • Live transfer. Hot calls go straight to a human teammate when it matters.
  • Full transcripts. Every call recorded, transcribed, and searchable.
“Switching our main line to a 613 number with the AI receptionist meant we stopped missing after-hours calls overnight. The local area code helped — people pick up local numbers more often.”

Frequently asked questions#

Can I get a phone number in the 613 area code?#

Yes. My AI Front Desk provisions real local numbers in the 613 area code (subject to availability). You can port an existing number too.

Will callers know it's AI?#

Most don't. The voice is natural, handles interruptions, and adapts to the caller. If you prefer up-front disclosure, that's a setting you control.

How fast can I go live?#

Most teams go from signup to a live 613 number with a working AI receptionist in under an hour.

What happens if the AI can't answer something?#

It falls back gracefully — offers to take a message, schedule a callback, or transfer to your team. Nothing slips through.

How much does it cost?#

Plans start under $60/month, including the local 613 number, the AI receptionist, the dashboard, transcripts, and SMS follow-ups.

Get your 613 business line today#

Pick a local 613 number, train the AI on your business in a few minutes, and start answering every call — day or night. Try My AI Front Desk free.

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