Area code 902 serves the Canadian provinces of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. As one of Canada’s original area codes established in 1947, it covers cities such as Halifax, Sydney, and Charlottetown. In 2014, overlay area code 782 was added to accommodate growing demand, leading to mandatory ten-digit dialing. The 902 area is synonymous with Atlantic Canadian culture, coastal tourism, and maritime history. It remains one of the most iconic and widely recognized area codes in eastern Canada, frequently used in local branding and regional pride.