Before any surveillance assignment begins, we conduct a pre-surveillance review — a focused background and online investigation designed to verify, confirm, and expand on the information we already have about a subject. This step ensures that when surveillance starts, it’s built on accurate, up-to-date facts rather than assumptions.
A confirmed home or work address, recent photos of the subject (and, where relevant, family members, pets, or vehicles), and a clear picture of the surrounding area all make a real difference to how efficiently and successfully a surveillance assignment can be carried out. Pre-surveillance work gathers exactly this kind of detail using lawful, publicly available sources before an investigator ever sets foot in the field.
A cyber investigation is, at its core, a background investigation adapted for how much information now lives online. As more personal and business information becomes searchable through public and open-source channels, a cyber investigation focuses on legally accessible online records to build a clear, accurate picture of a person or company.
Depending on the scope required, a cyber investigation can also expand into a deeper background profile — one that goes beyond online sources to include physical verification of addresses, in-person interviews, and documented statements. The right depth of investigation depends on the case, the budget, and what the client needs to make an informed decision.
All pre-surveillance and cyber investigation work is conducted by licensed investigators under Ontario’s Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005 (PSISA), ensuring every detail we gather is obtained lawfully and can stand up to scrutiny.
