Area Code 905

Hamilton, Ontario · EST/EDT (UTC-5) · Canada

Area Code
905
City
Hamilton, ON
Time Zone
EST/EDT
UTC Offset
UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1993

Where Is Area Code 905?

Hamilton, Mississauga, Brampton, Niagara — Greater Toronto outer ring

Golden Horseshoe around Toronto. Niagara Falls (Canadian side). Overlaid by 289/365.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
HamiltonMississaugaBramptonNiagara FallsBurlington

Time Zone for Area Code 905

Standard Time
EST (UTC-5)
Daylight Time
EDT (UTC-4)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
Canada
IANA Zone
America/Toronto

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 905?

Area code 905 is located in Hamilton, Ontario (Canada). It covers Hamilton, Mississauga, Brampton, Niagara — Greater Toronto outer ring.

What time zone is area code 905 in?

Area code 905 (Hamilton, Ontario) is in the EST/EDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-5 and UTC-4 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 905 a scam?

Area code 905 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Hamilton, Ontario. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (905), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 905 right now?

Area code 905 follows EST/EDT (UTC-5). See the live clock at whattime.city/toronto/ for the exact current time in Hamilton.

When was area code 905 introduced?

Area code 905 was introduced in 1993. Golden Horseshoe around Toronto. Niagara Falls (Canadian side). Overlaid by 289/365.