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Fraud Reporting Numbers Reveal Only Part of the Landscape
Fraud statistics give the appearance of definitiveness but only indicate what is known, recorded and/or reported. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) reports that Canada experienced fraud losses exceeding $704 million in 2025. Total fraud losses reported to the CAFC since 2022 exceeded $2.4 billion. Additionally, federal agencies estimate that less than 5% to 10% of all frauds ever result in any type of report.
2026 Scholarship Winning Entry: The Five-Step Guide to Staying A.L.E.R.T Online
Congratulations to Chloé Bissonnette on her winning entry for the 2026 Haywood Hunt & Associates Inc. Annual Scholarship. This was the 9th year of our scholarship and we’d like to thank everyone who submitted well-researched and well-written essays again this year. Check back soon on the details of our 2026 scholarship!
Haywood Hunt & Associates Welcomes Gary Askin as Senior Advisor for Fraud Risk, Intelligence & Strategic Investigations
Haywood Hunt & Associates Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Gary Askin as Senior Advisor for Fraud Risk, Intelligence and Strategic Investigations.
Gary brings more than 40 years of experience spanning law enforcement, investigative intelligence, complex fraud investigations and enterprise fraud risk management.
Trusted Investigative Support for Complex Civil Litigation
As civil litigation becomes increasingly important in fraud, commercial disputes, asset recovery, and internal investigations, experienced investigators play a vital role in helping lawyers gather evidence, secure court orders, and build stronger cases. Learn how investigative expertise supports Norwich Pharmacal Orders, Anton Piller Orders, Mareva Injunctions, and other complex civil litigation matters.
Corporate Intelligence in the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way organizations operate. It is helping businesses improve productivity, automate routine tasks, analyze large volumes of data, and make faster decisions. At the same time, the same technology is giving fraudsters and bad actors powerful new tools to commit deception on a much larger scale. Traditional fraud schemes have not disappeared. They have simply evolved.
How Surveillance Strengthens Evidence in Legal Cases
Surveillance plays a growing role in modern litigation, especially when facts are disputed and credibility is in question. Written statements and documents can only go so far. They rely on memory, interpretation, and sometimes bias. Surveillance provides a clearer view by capturing real-world behaviour as it happens.
Why Acting Early Matters in Business and Personal Investigations
Most people don’t contact a private investigator at the first sign that something isn’t right. Whether in business or personal situations, there’s a natural tendency to wait, hoping the issue resolves itself or turns out to be less serious than it initially seemed. Sometimes that instinct makes sense. But more often than not, waiting comes at a cost.
Corporate Due Diligence: What Every Business Should Know
Before committing to any business deal, it’s essential to understand what lies beneath the surface. Corporate due diligence goes beyond financial statements, uncovering hidden risks, verifying critical information, and ensuring you’re making decisions with confidence, not assumptions.
When Is the Right Time to Hire a Private Investigator for a Child Custody Case?
Child custody disputes can be among the most emotionally difficult experiences a parent will face. When concerns arise about a child’s safety, supervision, or well-being while in the care of the other parent, it can be daunting to know what steps to take. In some situations, hiring a private investigator can help provide clear, documented evidence that may be important in protecting your child’s best interests.