How To Take Action
Spoiler: We've been victims ourselves.
For this reason, Cybercrime Victim Services Canada was created by a group of people who decided it was time for a change. We had all been victims of Cybercrime and Cryptocurrency Fraud, and the scar of that impacted our lives to the point where we were left devastated.
We understand what you're going through, and we want to help. For us to continue, we decided to band together and fight back. Through our dedication, we found the path that has now been proven to aid you in recovery.
As there are few resources in the "Post Fraud" "Cybercrime" world, our team has made strong connections with local and federal Law Enforcement, and became certified in Cryptocurrency Investigations / Law Enforcement / Private Investigations and victims advocacy to combat the rising criminal network of Cybercrime.
Where to Start
7 Steps For Recovering your Stolen Assets
If you've been a victim of cyber fraud, it's important to take immediate action to minimize the damage and protect yourself.
Follow these critical steps to guide you through the initial response process:
STEP 1: GO TO THE POLICE
Report to your "Local" police FIRST, to get a police report and generate a police report ID "In Person is quicker" and you get an Officer to handle the case while you are there. There will also be in your province an online reporting system as well, or you can call #377 to speak to the Non Emergency Police Dispatch line in Alberta. Check your local province for more information.
STEP 2: REPORT THE CRIME TO THE CANADIAN ANTI-FRAUD CENTER (CAFC)
Report to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Center: We recommend you write your statement in a separate document first, as sometimes their system will log you out after a period of inactivity.
STEP 3: REPORT THE CRIME TO YOUR PROVINCIAL SECURITIES COMMISSION
File a report at your provincial Securities Commission, and create a "paper trail". This is for all FOREX and crypto-related frauds.
Find links to your provincial securities commission below:
STEP 4: COMPILE YOUR TRANSACTION HISTORY
Compile a complete list/portfolio of all banking transactions, wire transfers, emails, personal information regarding all suspects and all involved.
Message us and we'll send you a spreadsheet template that you can fill out.
TIP: Take "Screen-shots" of every single page related to the website that was used, then shift the screen to HTML and "Print Page", the HTML code within the website will be crucial in your investigation.
STEP 5: PROTECT YOUR IDENTITY
You need to move quickly, and change all your passwords.
TIP: Avoid easy passwords and utilize password generators that are built into most systems.
Contact Equifax and notify them that you have been a victim of Fraud and need to put your information on their watch list (This will not impact your credit score).
Contact your Bank and notify them as well that you have been a victim of Fraud, they will have steps to take to secure your information on their end.
Contact the CRA and notify them of the Fraud as well to ensure that your information is safe.
STEP 6: GO PUBLIC
Take it to social media and your local media.
If you want to win, you need to be the squeaky wheel. Criminals rely on the fact that people will feel ashamed and want to hide the fact that they were a victim, they know that your friends and family will judge you and treat you poorly. Be honest, you got robbed, this is who I am, I need help. Simple. Hard on the ego, but you are not stupid, and you need to fight back. Getting your money in your bank account was hard to begin with, and getting it back there will be just as hard, BUT... not impossible if you play it smart
TIP: BE PERSISTENT & CONSISTENT
STEP 7: WORK WITH A PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR & A LAWYER
NOTE - DO NOT HIRE A CHARGEBACK / RECOVERY COMPANY OR HACKER - THESE ARE FRAUDS!
Your local law enforcement and the RCMP are typically overwhelmed with cybercrime cases, and may not have the manpower to investigate your case.
In light of this, seek out Private Investigative services like CVS Canada which can act on your behalf to fill the gap for Law Enforcement and provide a legal detailed portfolio of the crime. The legal advice of your lawyer can also aid in opening a criminal investigation and may be the key to seeing a successful Law Enforcement intervention.
Warning: Beware Chargeback Companies
Did you know that 90% of chargeback companies are fraudulent themselves?
If you have been contacted by an entity that claims they have "Found your money" please HANG UP immediately as this is a fraudulent entity using the information they have purchased off the dark web to attempt a secondary fraud.
A "Rebound Scammer" will attempt to tell you that they can return your stolen crypto for a "% Percentage" or that all you would have to do is pay the "spot fee's / gas fee's / leverage fee's or taxes". This is a Fraud and they are attempting to entice you by making you think you can get your money back quickly if you hire them for an up front fee.
If you have any further questions after starting these steps, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are here for you.
