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COVID-19
Halifax Regional Police has been working closely with key partners in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
As we collectively act to curb the spread of COVID-19, the health and safety of citizens and our employees is our primary concern.
We want to assure you that we will continue to provide effective policing services while implementing precautionary measures based on the advice of health officials to protect the well being of our community.
How you can help
Educate yourself and others on the measures ordered by Nova Scotia Government & Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness.
If you’re aware of someone not following directions, have a conversation with them – they may need help.
If a call to police is needed, do not call 911. Call 902.490.5016 or 902.490.5020.
Service Updates
Last updated: Tuesday, March 24, 2020
| Building | Address | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Police Headquarters | 1975 Gottingen Street, Halifax | Open with special conditions (see service level changes below) |
| Central Divisional Office | 7001 Mumford Road, Halifax | Closed |
| East Divisional Office | 7 Mellor Avenue, Dartmouth | Closed to walk-in traffic. Call 902.490.2570 to speak with office staff. |
| West Divisional Office | 15 Convoy Run, Bedford | Closed to walk-in traffic. Call 902.490.5200 or 902.490.6578 to speak with office staff. |
| Criminal Investigation Division | 50 Garland Avenue, Dartmouth | Closed to walk-in traffic. Call the investigator assigned to your case. |
| Spryfield Community Office | 246 Herring Cove Road | Closed |
| Community Offices | Multiple locations | Closed |
Service level changes
The following services are not available in-person at Halifax Regional Police Headquarters, 1975 Gottingen Street in Halifax. Alternative arrangements have been put in place to access these services as noted below.
Motor vehicle collision reporting
- Prepare an email. Scan and attach the following required documents:
- valid driver’s license
- valid proof of insurance (pink card)
- valid vehicle permit
- Send the email containing the three required documents to hrpsot@halifax.ca. In your email you must provide a phone number you can be reached at as well as the date, time, location and a brief description of the collision.
Please allow three business days for Traffic Support Services to create your report and we will call you with a General Occurrence Number required by your insurance company.
If you have any questions, please call Traffic Support Services – Collision Section, Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 902.490.3868 or 902.490.8419.
Release of seized vehicles
- Prepare an email with your request. Scan and attach the following documents:
- valid driver’s license (you must be the registered owner of the vehicle)
- valid proof of insurance (pink card)
- valid vehicle permit (if possible)
- Once all documents are scanned and attached, send the email to hrpsot@halifax.ca. Emails are monitored from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.
If you have any questions, please call Traffic Support Services – Seized Vehicle Section, Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 902.490.5404.
If you are calling after the specified hours, please contact Commissionaires at 902.490.5202.
Summary offence ticket withdrawals for no driver’s license or no insurance offences
- Prepare an email. Scan and attach the following required documents:
- the summary offence ticket
- valid driver’s license
- valid proof of insurance (pink card)
Note: Only SOTs for Sections 230(1) and 64 of the Motor Vehicle Act may be withdrawn.
- Send the email containing the three required attachments to hrpsot@halifax.ca. In your email, be sure to include a phone number you can be reached at.
Please allow three business days for Traffic Support Services to call you with an update on the status of your withdrawal request.
If you have any questions, please call Traffic Support Services – SOT Section, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at either 902.490.3906 or 902.490.4279.
