How to Call Canada from Australia

Learn how to call from Australia to Canada with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.02/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.

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Cheapest Way to Call Canada from Australia

The cheapest way to call Canada from Australia is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.02 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.

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HelloAirDial: How to call from Australia to Canada

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✅ Call any phone in Canada - mobile or landline from $0.02/min.
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Why HelloAirDial is cheaper than international mobile plans

Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from Australia to Canada starting at $0.02/minute, up to 80% less than traditional international calling.

Traditional Calling

• Carrier rates: $1-3/min
• Calling cards: Hidden fees
• Roaming: Expensive abroad

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• From $0.02/min
• No hidden fees or contracts
• Works anywhere with internet

Australia Carrier Rates to Canada

Telstra$0.30-2.50
Optus$0.20-2.00
Vodafone Australia$0.20-1.80

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Best Time to Call Canada

Recommended Calling Hours

• For consumer marketing, avoid calling before 9:00 and after 21:00 in the recipients local time.
• For business contacts, typical acceptable hours are 9:00 to 17:30 on weekdays, avoiding Canadian public holidays.

Calling Etiquette in Canada

• Open with a polite greeting in English or French as appropriate, then clearly state your name, company and reason for calling.
• For business calls, schedule in advance when possible and be punctual; brief, well structured calls are appreciated.
• Use formal titles and last names until invited to use first names, especially in initial professional conversations.
• If the call is recorded or monitored, disclose this at the start and obtain verbal acknowledgment.

Reaching Canada via Apps

• WhatsApp, FaceTime, Skype, Zoom and similar apps are widely used for personal and business communication.
• Most Canadian users have reliable mobile data or Wi Fi, so app based voice and video calls are common.
• Some corporate networks may restrict certain apps; offer a standard phone number as a backup contact method.

International Calling Requirements in Australia

• Ensure your mobile or landline plan includes international calling or IDD; many prepaid plans block it by default.
• Dial 0011 or use the + sign before the destination country code when calling overseas.
• For mobiles, enable international roaming if you plan to use your Australian SIM outside Australia.
• Some providers require sufficient prepaid credit or an international add on before allowing IDD calls.
• Business lines may have international barring; request your telecom admin or provider to lift it if needed.

Troubleshooting Calls to Canada

Your call cannot be connected as dialed. - Check you used 0011 or +, included the correct country code, and removed any leading 0 from the area or mobile code.
International calls are barred from this service. - Contact your provider or account admin to enable IDD, or add an international pack if on prepaid.
Insufficient funds to complete this call. - Recharge your prepaid balance or ensure your postpaid account is in good standing and includes IDD.

FAQs: Calling Canada from Australia

How do I call Canada from Australia?

Dial 0011 (exit code) + 1 (Canada country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 1 from local numbers. With HelloAirDial, just enter the number and we handle the formatting automatically.

What is the best way to call Canada from Australia?

Use a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.02/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards, and you can call directly from your browser.

Can I call Canada mobiles and landlines from Australia?

Yes, HelloAirDial supports calls to both mobile phones and landlines in Canada. Rates may vary slightly between mobile and landline numbers.

What time should I call Canada from Australia?

Check the time difference between Australia and Canada before calling. For business calls, aim for 9 AM - 6 PM in Canada. For personal calls, evenings and weekends work best.

How do I dial an international number from Australia?

Dial 0011 or use +, then the country code, then the area or mobile code without its leading 0, then the local number.

Should I use roaming or Wi Fi or VOIP when overseas with an Australian SIM?

Roaming is convenient but often costly; using Wi Fi and apps like WhatsApp or Skype is usually cheaper, especially for long calls.

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Dialing steps when using your own phone

1
Dial the exit code: 0011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Australia.
2
Dial Canada's country code: 1
The country code for Canada is +1.
3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 1 from local numbers.

Examples:

Mobile: +1 416 555 0123
Landline: +1 613 555 0456

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