Cryptocurrency transaction tracing
Mapping of public transactions, asset changes, bridges, relevant clusters and possible service touchpoints for documented follow-up.
View serviceINVESTIGATION SERVICES — CANADA
Online fraud and cryptocurrency investigation services for Canada
FIR supports individuals, businesses and professional advisers across Canada with remote evidence review, cryptocurrency transaction analysis and structured investigation reports for use in discussions with financial institutions, platforms, counsel and relevant authorities.
Evidence-led support for complex online fraud
Our work documents observable facts, qualified assessments and limitations. It does not replace police reporting, legal advice or the decision-making authority of a bank or platform.
Online and investment fraud review
A structured chronology of representations, contacts, payments, blocked withdrawals, domains and subsequent fee demands.
View serviceDigital evidence organization
Preservation and indexing of communications, payment records, source files and technical identifiers with clear attribution and caveats.
View serviceWhat to do after discovering fraud in Canada
The immediate priorities are to prevent further loss, secure affected accounts, preserve records and report through verified channels.
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Contact the financial institution immediately
Use a number or secure channel from an official source. Ask what protective measures are available and retain the case reference and written response.
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Report through Canadian channels
Fraud can be reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. Victims may also need to contact local police, the relevant platform and credit bureaus depending on the incident.
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Preserve records before blocking contacts
Export conversations and retain full emails, bank records, receipts, wallet addresses, transaction identifiers, profiles and domain names.
Information that helps an initial assessment
Never send passwords, one-time authentication codes, private keys or recovery phrases.
- A dated chronology of contact, payments, attempted withdrawals and later demands
- Bank references, payment confirmations and relevant account records
- Complete cryptocurrency wallet addresses and transaction identifiers
- Original emails, exported chats, documents, profiles and domain names
- Reference numbers from the CAFC, police, banks, exchanges or other platforms
Realistic scope and recovery warnings
- An investigation can document transaction paths but cannot guarantee attribution
- Only the relevant institution or authority can decide whether to freeze, disclose or return funds
- Findings should identify their source, confidence and practical limitations
- Be cautious of anyone demanding new payments to release supposedly recovered funds
- Never disclose private keys, recovery phrases or remote access to a device
Frequently asked questions in Canada
Can the investigation be completed remotely in Canada?
Yes. Technical review, transaction analysis and report preparation can generally be completed remotely. Legal questions should be directed to a professional licensed in the relevant province.
Does your report replace a CAFC or police report?
No. It can organize technical and documentary information, but it does not replace official reporting or a police investigation.
Can FIR guarantee recovery of stolen funds?
No. Evidence may support practical next steps, but recovery depends on third parties, available assets and the applicable legal process.
Request a realistic initial case review
Tell us what happened and what you have already reported. We will explain which records are useful and what an investigation could reasonably address.