Canadian Area Codes / British Columbia
The 778 area code
The 778 area code covers all of British Columbia, Canada.
Province
British Columbia
Time zone
Pacific Time
Country
Canada (+1)
Cities in the 778 area code
Major communities served by 778 include:
Overlay codes for this area
The 778 region shares its territory with these codes — which is why you dial all 10 digits for local calls:
Dialing a 778 number
Within Canada and the United States, dial all ten digits — 778 plus the seven-digit number. Ten-digit dialing is required here because 778 shares its territory with 604, 250, 236, 672. From outside North America, dial +1 778 and then the number.
Is a 778 call spam?
The 778 area code is a legitimate code for all of British Columbia — it isn't a scam on its own. But because scammers can spoof caller ID to display any area code, an unexpected 778 call isn't guaranteed to be local or genuine. When in doubt, let it go to voicemail and call back using a number you trust.
Want a local 778 number for your business?
Voiswitch provides local 778 numbers on business phone systems — or ports the one you already have. Free quote, no obligation.
778 area code — questions
Where is the 778 area code?
The 778 area code is in British Columbia, Canada. It covers all of British Columbia, including Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna.
What time zone is the 778 area code in?
778 numbers are in the Pacific Time zone.
Is the 778 area code a scam?
No — 778 is a legitimate geographic area code assigned to all of British Columbia in British Columbia. The code itself isn't a scam. That said, scammers can spoof any area code (including 778) to make a call look local, so an unexpected 778 call isn't guaranteed to be genuine or nearby. Treat unsolicited calls with the usual caution no matter what area code shows.
How do you dial a 778 number?
Within Canada and the US, dial all ten digits — 778 followed by the seven-digit number (ten-digit dialing is required because 778 overlaps with 604, 250, 236, 672). From outside North America, dial +1 778 and then the number.
Is 778 an overlay area code?
The 778 area shares the same territory as 604, 250, 236, 672. Because multiple codes overlap, you dial all 10 digits for local calls.
Can I get a 778 number for my business?
Yes — Voiswitch can provide local 778 numbers, and if you already have one, we can port it to your new phone system. Get a free quote to add a local 778 number.