Location
The Halifax Regional Police Headquarters, housed in the David P. McKinnon Building, anchors law-enforcement services in central Halifax. Its position near major transit routes enables coordinated responses across downtown, neighbouring districts, and key waterfront areas. The site also supports administrative leadership, training rooms, and public-facing services, ensuring residents and visitors can access information and support without navigating multiple facilities.
Operations
Headquarters manages critical incident coordination, communications, investigative units, and professional standards. It integrates emergency planning, digital forensics, and records management to streamline files from patrol zones citywide. The 911 liaison functions and inter-agency protocols help route resources where they’re needed most—especially during storms, large events, or traffic disruptions—keeping response times efficient and oversight consistent.
Community
Public briefings, crime-prevention workshops, and school outreach originate here, promoting neighbourhood safety and trust. Community advisory input informs policies on road safety, youth programming, and culturally safe approaches. Clear signage and accessible services support residents seeking updates, reporting options, or victim services.
Location: 44.6499659, -63.5799102
Tags:
– House Number: 1975
– Province: Nova Scotia
– Amenity: police
– Building: yes
– building:name: David P. McKinnon Building
– Name: Halifax Regional Police Headquarters
– Operator: Halifax Regional Police
– owner: Halifax Regional Municipality
– Source: CanVec 6.0 – NRCan
– Wheelchair Accessible: Wheelchair Accessible
– wheelchair:description: Entrance has a ramp and accessible doorways >90cm. No washroom in designated public area. #DalOT #studentproject
– Street: Gottingen Street
– City: Halifax