I should call them back or I'll be taken into custody by local authorities in 24 hours.
Canada Phone Number Lookup - Find Who's Calling You
Canada Phone Number Lookup
Identify unknown calls, spam numbers, and business callers in
Canada using community reports.
Recent Reports About Phone Numbers in Canada
Community-verified reports from Canada users
Scam
Said I had for allegations against my name in voicemail
evil
SAYS YOU HAVE CHARGES PRESSED AGAINST YOU COPS WILL COME AND GET YOU IF YOU DONT CALL BACK
Machine saying IRS was suing me
Calls my phone everyday, leaving messages about calling the local police about a case against me?
fake irs call
This call is from Social Security Administration Office the reason behind this call is that we have received orders and notices from law enforcement agencies to suspend your social security number on an immediate basis as we have received suspicious trails of information in your name The moment you receive this message I need you to get back to me on my department division number that is 240-760-1814 I repeat 240-760-1814 now if I don't hear a call from you we will have to issue an arrest warrant under your name and get you arrested so get back to me as soon as possible thank you.
Ticket scammer
Fake SSA number
Stating in call they are from Illinois Office of Economic and Business Development - NOT!!!
Appeared to be an illegal scam called to scaring people into calling back to prevent social security number from being cancelled from the system.
These callers are fraudulent they ripped me off 200.00 dollars they claim to be facebook I got locked out of my account they said they'd help my stupidity but they are ripping a lot of people off.
Irs scam
Claimed to be Services Canada.
Pretending too be IRS with an arrest warrant. SCAM!!
Lengthy automated call from IRS investigation team. Scam please catch these slime!!
No message
Says the IRS has a lawsuit for back taxes against me.
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Whose Number Is This in Canada?
With impersonation fraud being one of the fastest-growing scam types in Canada, receiving calls from unknown numbers requires caution. Whether it's a missed call claiming to be from the CRA, a suspicious telemarketer, or an unknown number, our community-powered phone lookup service helps you identify who's calling before you pick up.
Our reverse phone lookup service allows Canadian users to search for phone numbers and access reports from other community members. By sharing experiences and reporting spam or scam calls, we create a safer telecommunications environment for everyone across all provinces and territories.
Common Spam Call Types
in Canada
- CRA impersonation calls demanding tax payment
- Grandparent/emergency scams asking for bail money
- Service Canada scams about SIN numbers
- RCMP impersonation calls threatening arrest
How to Identify Scam
Numbers
- Caller claims urgency or threatens consequences
- Requests personal info, PINs, or OTP codes
- Offers that sound too good to be true
- Unknown numbers calling repeatedly
Are Unknown Calls Always
Dangerous?
Not all unknown calls are harmful. Many legitimate callers include:
- Delivery services confirming orders
- Banks calling for legitimate verification
- Healthcare providers and provincial services
Frequently Asked Question
Everything you need to know about phone number lookup in Canada
Enter the Canadian phone number in WhoseNo's search box. Our free reverse lookup searches millions of records to identify the caller, show carrier information (Rogers, Bell, Telus), display user reports, and reveal if the number has been reported as spam or scam.
Canada's country code is +1, shared with the USA under the NANP (North American Numbering Plan). Canadian numbers are formatted as +1 (XXX) XXX-XXXX, where XXX is the area code. For example, a Toronto number (416) 555-1234 becomes +1-416-555-1234 internationally.
Canadian phone numbers aren't assigned to specific carriers by prefix. Due to number portability, users can switch carriers while keeping their number. Our lookup tool queries carrier databases to identify the current service provider. Major carriers include Rogers (with Fido, Chatr), Bell (with Virgin Plus, Lucky Mobile), and Telus (with Koodo, Public Mobile).
Yes, WhoseNo provides completely free reverse phone lookup for all Canadian numbers including Rogers, Bell, Telus, and regional carrier mobiles, as well as landlines across all provinces and territories. No registration or payment is required.
Search the number on WhoseNo and submit a report describing the call. For serious fraud, report to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) at 1-888-495-8501, file a complaint with the CRTC, or register on the National Do Not Call List (DNCL). You can also report to your phone carrier.
WhoseNo shows information that's publicly available or user-reported. This may include names from social media profiles, business registrations, or community reports. We don't have access to private telecom company databases or government records.
Common scams include CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) impersonation calls demanding immediate tax payment, grandparent/emergency scams pretending a family member needs bail money, CRTC/Do Not Call List registration scams, RCMP impersonation, bank fraud calls asking for OTPs, and Service Canada scams about SIN numbers.
Major Canadian area codes include: Toronto (416, 647, 437, 942), Montreal (514, 438), Vancouver (604, 778), Calgary (403, 587), Edmonton (780, 587), Ottawa (613, 343), and Winnipeg (204, 431). Canada has 47 area codes across 13 provinces and territories.
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What We Provide
- Community-submitted reports about phone numbers
- General carrier and area code information
- A platform for users to share experiences with unknown callers
What We Do NOT Provide
- Real-time location tracking
- Personal information about phone owners
- Access to private records
This service is intended for identifying spam and scam calls only. Using our service to harass, stalk, or monitor individuals is strictly prohibited and may violate local laws.