Halifax Regional Police Headquarters – Halifax, NS

Halifax Regional Police Headquarters

The Halifax Regional Police (HRP) Headquarters on Gottingen Street serves as the operational centre for municipal law enforcement in the urban core of the Halifax Regional Municipality. Formed on April 1, 1996, through the amalgamation of the police departments of Halifax, Dartmouth, and Bedford, the HRP has roots dating back to the city’s first constabulary in 1864. This facility functions as the primary point of contact for non-emergency public services, distinct from the patrol divisions that respond to active calls. It houses the Central Division and various specialized units dedicated to community safety and criminal investigation.

Public Services

• Criminal Record Checks: The headquarters processes background checks for employment and volunteering. This includes Vulnerable Sector Checks, which may require fingerprinting. Applicants can apply in person or online.
• Collision Reporting: A dedicated collision reporting centre is available for drivers to report property-damage-only accidents, which is a legal requirement for combined damages exceeding $2,000.
• Property and Tickets: The public counter handles the release of seized vehicles and the withdrawal of summary offence tickets under specific circumstances.

Operational Hours and Access

While the front desk operates during standard business hours for administrative tasks like record checks, the facility remains accessible 24/7 for critical services such as reporting collisions or releasing seized vehicles. Visitors should be aware that this building is a secure facility; security screening is required upon entry. It is located centrally in the North End, making it easily accessible via major transit routes.