Local number — Ottawa

343 area code: your local Ottawa business number

Build a trusted presence in Ottawa with a 343 number running on Bloom AI cloud telephony: call, text, and let AI analyze every conversation to help your team close more deals.

  • Present a contact point associated with the Ottawa market
  • Route calls to any device, anywhere
  • AI summaries and analysis on every conversation
  • CRM integrations and manager coaching tools
  • Ottawa Primary city
  • Ontario Province
  • Eastern Time Time zone
  • 613 · 753 Overlay area codes

Coverage

Where does the 343 area code apply?

The 343 area code shares its entire territory with 613 — Ottawa and a wide stretch of Eastern Ontario, from Kingston and Belleville to Cornwall, Pembroke, Perth and Smiths Falls. It was introduced in 2010 as the first overlay on the historic 613 code, once new numbers there were running short.

A second overlay, 753, was added in 2022 as the region's needs kept growing. A 343 number on Bloom AI cloud telephony gives your business the same Ottawa-area local identity as a 613 number, wherever your team actually works from.

Primary city
Ottawa
Territory covered
Ottawa and Eastern Ontario
Cities and boroughs
Kingston, Belleville, Brockville, Cornwall, Pembroke, Perth, Smiths Falls, Napanee, Trenton and surrounding communities
Overlay area codes
613 and 753 — same coverage area
Time zone
Eastern Time (UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer)

Phone number essentials

What to know about a virtual 343 number

343 shares Ottawa and Eastern Ontario with area codes 613 and 753, and operates in the Eastern Time Zone.

Number format

+1 343 XXX XXXX internationally; 343 XXX XXXX within Canada.

Local dialing

Always dial ten digits: the area code followed by the seven-digit local number.

Number type

A geographic local number, distinct from a toll-free number such as 800 or 888.

Cloud operation

Answer from connected devices without needing a physical office in Ottawa.

Same territory

613, 343 or 753: which should you choose?

All three area codes serve the same Ottawa-area complex. 343 was added in 2010 as the first overlay on the historic 613 code, and 753 followed in 2022 as demand kept growing. In practice, the choice mainly depends on which numbers are available when your line is activated.

Official sources: CRTC — Decision 2021-372CNAC — completed relief plans Information verified July 23, 2026.

Why 343

Why choose a 343 number for your business?

343 was added to Ottawa's numbering plan in 2010, sharing the exact same territory as 613. It gives a business a contact point associated with the national capital region, without depending on the availability of the original code.

And because every call runs through Bloom AI, your local number becomes a sales lever: every conversation is analyzed, summarized and turned into a next step.

  • Clear local identity

    A 343 number shows contacts that your phone line is associated with the Ottawa market.

  • Ottawa market

    Use a local phone identity for business across Ottawa and Eastern Ontario.

  • Presence without an office

    Your team answers the 343 from the app — at the office, at home or on the road.

  • Calls and SMS together

    Call and text your customers from the same local number, with a centralized history.

  • AI analysis on every call

    Summaries, objections, buying signals: every conversation feeds your pipeline.

  • Ready to scale

    Add other lines and Canadian area codes to your workspace as availability allows.

Before / after

More than a local Ottawa number

A traditional provider gives you a line. Bloom AI turns your 343 number into a sales cockpit.

Capability

Traditional local line

With Bloom AI

Inbound and outbound calls

Basic calling features

Unlimited inbound and outbound calls, right in the app Unlimited within normal business use, subject to the fair use policy.

Business SMS

Rarely included

Texts sent and every reply kept in one place

AI coaching

Not included

Personalized guidance to improve fast, built on every call

Director cockpit

No team visibility

A 360° view of calls, teams and performance

Performance tracking

Scattered logs, limited visibility

KPIs measured and results steered continuously

Call recording

Paid add-on, often missing

Every conversation recorded, stored and easy to retrieve

CRM integrations

Manual entry or third-party tools

HubSpot, Salesforce and your tools in sync effortlessly

The full platform

Far more than a simple local number

Every number ships with the full Bloom AI cloud telephony platform: voice, SMS, AI analysis and sales management.

  • Inbound and outbound calls

    Communicate with your clients without limits. Unlimited inbound and outbound calls. Unlimited within normal business use, subject to the fair use policy.

  • Business SMS

    Send texts and keep every reply in one place.

  • AI coaching

    Get personalized guidance to improve fast.

  • Director cockpit

    A 360° view of calls, teams and performance.

  • Performance tracking

    Measure your KPIs and steer results continuously.

  • Call recording

    Record, store and retrieve every conversation easily.

  • CRM integrations

    HubSpot, Salesforce and your tools stay in sync effortlessly.

  • Automated preparation

    Create personalized meeting preparations for your clients in one click.

  • Smart tasks

    Bloom AI knows your tasks, organizes them and puts the right priorities first.

  • Automatic summaries

    Bloom AI writes a clear, structured summary after every call.

  • Objection detection

    Spot key signals and sharpen your talk tracks.

  • Sentiment analysis

    Measure the tone and engagement of every conversation.

How it works

Your 343 number in three steps

You get your number right inside the app. Once your account is created and the app is downloaded (see how to sign up), the Bloom AI onboarding walks you through three steps.

  1. Search your city or area code

    Find the code or city that matches your target market.

  2. Pick an available number

    Choose the ideal number among the options offered.

  3. Start calling with Bloom AI analysis

    Place calls and get instant summaries and coaching.

Nearby

Other area codes around 343

Selling beyond Ottawa and Eastern Ontario? Pair 343 with neighbouring codes to cover more ground.

Overlay — same territory

613753

These area codes cover the same local area. The choice mainly depends on number availability at activation.

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343 area code — frequently asked questions

How do I get a 343 number for my business?

Book a demo of Bloom AI cloud telephony. Our team then confirms which 343 numbers are available and helps configure your line.

Can I keep my current 343 number?

A porting request can be prepared for an eligible number. The transfer depends on validation of the number and required documents; the schedule is confirmed before migration.

What is the difference between the 613, 343 and 753 area codes?

They cover the exact same area: Ottawa and Eastern Ontario. 613 is the original 1947 code; 343 was introduced in 2010 as the first overlay, and 753 followed in 2022. Number availability may vary between the three.

Do I need to be located in Ottawa to use a 343 number?

No. The number lives in the cloud: your team answers the 343 from anywhere, right in the app.

Can I send text messages from a 343 number?

Yes. You call and text your customers from the same local number, and the full history stays centralized in Bloom AI.

How much does a local 343 number cost?

Pricing depends on the selected plan and configuration. See Bloom AI pricing or book a demo for details in Canadian dollars.

How fast is my 343 number activated?

Timing depends on number availability, account validation and any porting request. The Bloom AI team confirms the activation schedule during setup.

Do I need to dial ten digits for a 343 number?

Yes. In the 613, 343 and 753 overlay area, local calls use ten digits: the area code followed by the seven-digit number.

Ready to get your 343 number?

Launch your local Ottawa presence with Bloom AI cloud telephony: pick your 343 number, start calling today, and give your team an AI coach on every conversation.

  • Personalized demo
  • Fast activation
  • AI analysis included
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