About 672 Area Code:
Area code 672 is one of the newer area codes in Canada, serving the westernmost province of British Columbia. Vancouver, the largest city within the 672 area code, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountain Range. The city is a melting pot of cultures.
The economy is equally diverse, encompassing industries such as technology, film and television production, tourism, and natural resources. The tech sector, in particular, has seen substantial growth, with Vancouver emerging as a hub for startups and established companies alike, often dubbed as "Silicon Valley North." Beyond the urban centers, the 672 area code region encompasses picturesque communities that offer a slower pace of life compared to the bustling city. Places like Whistler, a world-renowned ski resort town, and the serene Fraser Valley, known for its vineyards and agricultural heritage, offer a stark contrast to Vancouver’s urban vibrancy.
In area code 672, most FCC complaints have come from VOIP calls, with reports in 2015, 2019, and 2021. Wireless complaints started in 2018 and have increased, reaching the highest number in 2023. There have been no complaints reported for wired calls during this time.
Residents of the 672 area code have experienced fluctuations in complaints about unwanted calls from 2015 to 2023. While there were no reports of unwanted calls in 2015, the number increased to a peak of 3 in 2023. Complaints related to telemarketing and robocalls, however, have been very limited, showing minimal activity over the same time period. Overall, the primary concern for those in the 672 area appears to be unwanted calls.
Area code 672 has seen a consistent pattern of complaints primarily related to live voice calls from 2015 to 2022, with only one complaint recorded each year. An isolated increase in abandoned call complaints occurred in 2021, but overall, the yearly totals for complaints have remained low. Starting in 2023, there has been a notable rise in complaints about text messages, indicating a shift in the concerns that residents are raising. Despite these changes, the overall number of complaints in this area has remained relatively minimal.
Got a text: "Is my bag at your house? I forgot to take it".
Got text asking if I was home. Did not recognize number so I blocked it.
Threatening message
Scam text.
Spam
Texted me mistakenly thinking I was the driver hired to pick them up. They were very polite.
Yes scammer
scam
sent a text “You’re my rock and my happy place. hows your day going “
Phising attempt. “My favorite place is wherever you are.” Anyone that you would say that to would have your number programmed into their phone.
How did I get a text from this number if it is not real?
Said they landed, where am I… I reported junk and said name was Evelyn…
asked if i knew how to take care of her dog’s needs.
Spam number
Texted me on 5/1/25 at 5:28pm EST: "Hope you have always been treated gently" By
Anonymous
May 1st, 2025 10:34pm