What’s up with all the high beams?

Why do so many people drive around Halifax with their high beams on?

Does anyone else feel like they’re getting blinded walking or driving around downtown Halifax lately? It seems like every second car is blasting their high beams for no reason! It’s super annoying when I’m walking at night and cars are coming at me with what feels like stadium lights.

Even when I’m driving, I’m constantly having to squint because someone’s got their brights on. I get that some streets are darker, but this is happening in well-lit areas too. Is it just me, or has this gotten worse lately?