Canadians Lost $638 Million to Fraud in 2024: How You Can Protect Yourself Financial fraud is a growing threat in Canada, and the numbers are staggering. According to a recent CTV News report (Amador, 2025), Canadians lost more than $638 million to scams in 2024, with reported cases nearly doubling over the past decade. Experts …
The Role of Technology in Modern Private Investigations In today’s fast-paced world, technology plays a pivotal role in modern private investigations. From surveillance and background checks to digital forensics and cybersecurity, private investigators rely on advanced tools to gather evidence efficiently and accurately. At The Smith Investigation Agency Inc., we understand the critical importance of …
Top Legal Updates for Private Investigators in Ontario As the largest investigative agency in Canada, The Smith Investigation Agency Inc. closely monitors legislative changes that impact private investigators. For private investigators in Ontario, staying current on legal updates is essential. Compliance ensures investigations are conducted professionally, ethically, and in a manner that protects both clients …
Scam of the Week: Fake Service Ontario Radar Ticket Text Message Have you received a text message claiming to be from Service Ontario, accusing you of an unpaid radar ticket and threatening legal consequences if you don’t pay immediately? If so, you’re not alone. This message is a scam, and it’s important that you do …
Scam of the Week: How to Protect Your Business from Spear Phishing In today’s interconnected world, fraudsters are continuously evolving their tactics to target businesses, particularly through sophisticated scams like spear phishing. The latest high-profile case, involving a Canadian law firm in the Vancouver area, highlights just how effective and devastating spear phishing attacks can …
P.I. Moms: A Reality Show that Fell Apart and Why Women Make Exceptional Private Investigators The world of private investigation has always been one of intrigue, deception, and drama—but in recent years, it’s also been the subject of many reality TV shows that sensationalize the job for entertainment. The latest example is Netflix’s Trainwreck: P.I. …
