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Significant Rise in Reported Hate Crimes in Halifax Attributed to Special Police Unit

  • Halifax experienced a 62% rise in reported hate crimes in 2023, attributed to a new police hate crimes unit established in 2022.
  • Racially motivated hate crimes were the most common, followed by religion and sexual orientation-related incidents.
  • Improved public awareness and increased police-community outreach are credited for the significant increase in reported hate crimes.