Postal Code B3B - Dartmouth Northwest, Nova Scotia, Canada
Postal Code: B3B
Postal System Details
Postal Authority
Canada Post
Postal System
Alphanumeric postal code (A#A #A#)
Region Structure
Province → City → Local Delivery Unit → Route
Area Information
The postal code B3B is part of Canada’s alphanumeric postal code system, administered under the operational framework of Canada Post, the national postal authority for Canada. Canadian postal codes follow the pattern A # A # A #, such as K 1 A 0 B X (illustrative only). The first character identifies the province/territory, the next two specify the city and routing area, and the last three characters define the Local Delivery Unit (LDU). This code corresponds to Dartmouth Northwest in the Nova Scotia province/territory, located near latitude 44.7091 and longitude -63.5869. The routing hierarchy follows Province → City → Local Delivery Unit → Route. Example: - Province/Territory: Nova Scotia - City: (Example: Central Urban City) - Local Delivery Unit (LDU): Dartmouth Northwest - Route: Based on final characters This page reflects the structural practices publicly used by Canada Post. All patterns shown are illustrative only. For accurate delivery or address verification, ensure city and LDU match Dartmouth Northwest, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Country:
Canada
State:
Nova Scotia
Area:
Dartmouth Northwest
Postal Code:
B3B
Latitude:
44.7091
Longitude:
-63.5869
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What area does B3B represent in Canada?
It defines the Local Delivery Unit (LDU) serving Dartmouth Northwest in the Nova Scotia province/territory.
2. How does Canada’s postal code system work?
It uses an alphanumeric structure A#A #A# identifying province, city, routing area, and LDU.
3. Can B3B verify an address in Canada?
Yes—if the city and LDU match Dartmouth Northwest, Nova Scotia.
4. Which authority manages postal codes in Canada?
Canada Post manages postal routing and code assignments nationwide.