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Nov 3, 2026
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Halifax homelessness count falls slightly, but concerns remain as more people may be sheltering alone
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According to him, just a few years ago homelessness numbers in the region sat around 300 but have since more than tripled.
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Halifax homelessness count falls slightly, but concerns remain as more people may be sheltering alone
People across the Halifax region sleeping in cars and isolated locations could explain lower counts in encampments
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By Ally Bowes
Published Nov 03, 2026
While Halifax may be seeing a decrease in homelessness numbers, more people are spending the night in their cars or on the street.…
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