10-digit dialing now mandatory for all local calls in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island

HALIFAX - Beginning Sunday, 10-digit dialing will become mandatory for all local calls in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, which brings the three-month transition period to an end.Since August 23, local calls made using seven digits were generally interrupted by a recorded announcement before the call went through. But starting November 16, local calls will no longer be completed without first dialing the 902 area code.Telecommunications providers will introduce this network message throughout their network from November 16 until November 23. It is a staggered roll-out that will gradually take effect throughout the various regions in both provinces until...