2023 Auto Theft Trend Report Shows a Continuation of Canada’s Auto Theft Crisis

Apr 8

A recent study finds more than 80% of Canadians say the rise in auto theft makes them concerned about the increase in crime in their community

TORONTO, February 6, 2024 /CNW/ - Équité Association has released its 2023 Auto Theft Trend Report, which illustrates the continuation of the national auto theft crisis, following a historically high year in 2022.

In Canada, a vehicle is now stolen every 5 minutes.

Between 2021-2023 auto theft trends increased sharply in Ontario (up 48.2%), Quebec (up 57.9%), Atlantic Canada (up 34%), and in Western Canada (up 5.5%).

Simon Whitfield

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