Covering northern Alberta, including the provincial capital of Edmonton, the 780 area code came into use in 1999, branching off from the 403. It spans a land rich in energy resources, prairie horizons, and cultural resilience. In communities shaped by winter festivals, rodeos, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit, 780 stands for both frontier grit and urban evolution. As pipelines and skylines rise, this area code captures Alberta’s northern ambition and its deep sense of place.