Halifax Police Crack Down on Unsanctioned Parties

Halifax Regional Police reported a high-volume weekend, with officers responding to 869 calls for service. The busiest events included Dalhousie University's homecoming celebrations and the Magnetic World Music Festival. In response to numerous unsanctioned parties near Dalhousie University, police intervened in 27 instances and issued 36 tickets related to the Liquor Control Act.

During the Magnetic World Music Festival, 11 people were arrested, with six on Friday and five on Saturday, primarily under the Liquor Control Act. Police noted that while issues like public intoxication and frustration can occur in large crowds, their public safety unit was present for crowd management. Officers also proactively engaged with students in the weeks prior to homecoming to discuss party consequences.