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New area code for Saskatchewan

Jan 6, 2011 | 5:34 AM

SaskTel has confirmed that another area code is in the works for the province.

That means the regular 306 won’t be the only number to identify a Saskatchewan call.

Andy Tate with SaskTel said the province’s rapid growth, combined with the growing use of cellphones mean it is almost time for a second area code.

Still there won’t be a new number right away. Tate estimates the change would take more than two years, but less than five.

sfroese@panow.com