Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Halifax, Nova Scotia, call the Halifax Regional Police non-emergency line at 902.490.5020 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Halifax
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Halifax Regional Police) | 902.490.5020 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 3 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 4 |
What does the Halifax Regional Police say?
"Non-emergency Dispatch: 902.490.5020 or 902.490.7252 (TTY) When an officer is required to come to the scene but it's not an emergency." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "Examples: Driving complaints in progress, noise complaints in progress, historical sexual assaults."
Who answers the call?
In Halifax, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Halifax Regional Police 1.
Other cities
All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in Canada.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Halifax?
902.490.5020, the Halifax Regional Police non-emergency line 1.
Is 902.490.5020 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 902.490.5020 is the Halifax Regional Police line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Halifax?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Halifax Regional Police has an official online reporting page 3.
Sources · 4
- Halifax Regional Municipality · Contact Us | Halifax Regional Police | Halifax checked 2026-11-05
- Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) · 9-1-1 Services for Traditional Wireline, VoIP and Wireless Phone Services checked 2026-10-28
- Halifax Regional Municipality · Online crime reporting | Halifax checked 2026-11-05
- 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline · Get Help, 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline checked 2026-11-05